Lease Agreement Format Hindi

KITCHEN-SINK INSTITUTIONAL COMMERCIAL LEASE AGREEMENT (HINDI/ENGLISH DUAL-FRAMEWORK)

Document ID: CLAG-IND-2026-V1.0
Effective Date: [Effective Date]
Governing Jurisdiction: Republic of India ([State/Union Territory])

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1. STATUTORY & LEGAL COMPLIANCE NOTICE (विधिक एवं अनुपालन सूचना)

CRITICAL LEGAL NOTICE: This Commercial Lease Agreement (किरायानामा / पट्टा विलेख) is structured to comply with the applicable state Rent Control Acts, the Transfer of Property Act, 1882, and the Indian Registration Act, 1908 of the Republic of India. Depending on the lease term (exceeding 11 months), mandatory registration at the office of the Sub-Registrar and payment of appropriate stamp duty are statutory prerequisites for full enforceability and admissibility in a court of law. Parties are strongly advised to execute this document on non-judicial stamp paper of appropriate denomination corresponding to the cumulative rental value, as prescribed by the respective State Stamp Act.

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2. PARTIES & RECITALS (पक्षकार एवं प्रस्तावना)

This Lease Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into and made effective as of [Effective Date] ("Effective Date"), by and between:

THE LESSOR (पट्टेदार / मकान मालिक):
[Lessor Full Legal Name], residing at / having its registered office at [Lessor Principal Address], (hereinafter referred to as the "Lessor", which expression shall unless repugnant to the context include its successors, legal heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns) of the FIRST PART;

AND

THE LESSEE (पट्टेदार / किराएदार):
[Lessee Full Legal Name], residing at / having its registered office at [Lessee Principal Address], (hereinafter referred to as the "Lessee", which expression shall unless repugnant to the context include its successors, legal heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns) of the SECOND PART.

(The Lessor and Lessee are hereinafter collectively referred to as the "Parties" and individually as a "Party").

RECITALS (प्रस्तावना):
WHEREAS the Lessor is the absolute legal owner and in lawful possession of the commercial/residential premises situated at [Complete Property Address including Pincode], more particularly described in Schedule A hereunder (hereinafter referred to as the "Scheduled Premises");
AND WHEREAS the Lessee has approached the Lessor with a request to let out the Scheduled Premises on lease for [Commercial / Residential] purposes, and the Lessor has agreed to grant a lease of the Scheduled Premises subject to the terms, conditions, covenants, and stipulations hereinafter contained.

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3. EXHAUSTIVE OPERATIVE CLAUSES & LEGAL TERMS (व्यापक विधिक खंड एवं शर्तें)

SECTION 1: GRANT AND TERM OF LEASE (पट्टे का अनुदान एवं अवधि)

1.1 Grant: The Lessor hereby demises and lets out to the Lessee, and the Lessee hereby takes on lease, the Scheduled Premises for the Term specified herein.
1.2 Term: The lease shall be for a fixed term of [Number of Months/Years] months/years, commencing from [Lease Start Date] and expiring on [Lease Expiry Date] (the "Term"), unless terminated earlier in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement.
1.3 Renewal Option: The Lessee may, subject to written notice given at least ninety (90) days prior to the expiration of the Term, request a renewal of this Agreement for an additional term of [Renewal Period], upon mutually agreed terms and a rent escalation of [Escalation Percentage]%.

SECTION 2: RENT AND PAYMENT TERMS (किराया एवं भुगतान की शर्तें)

2.1 Monthly Rent: The Lessee shall pay to the Lessor a monthly rent of [Amount in INR] ([Amount in Words in English/Hindi]) exclusive/inclusive of maintenance charges, payable in advance on or before the [Day of the Month, e.g., 7th] day of each calendar month (the "Due Date").
2.2 Mode of Payment: All rent and other charges payable under this Agreement shall be remitted via electronic wire transfer (NEFT/RTGS/IMPS) to the designated bank account of the Lessor:

• Bank Name: [Bank Name]
• Account Holder Name: [Account Name]
• Account Number: [Account Number]
• IFSC Code: [IFSC Code]
  2.3 Late Payment Interest: Any delay in the payment of rent beyond the Due Date shall attract a penal interest rate of [Interest Rate, e.g., 18]% per annum, calculated daily from the Due Date until the date of actual realization, without prejudice to the Lessor’s right to seek eviction or termination under Section 5.
  2.4 Tax Deducted at Source (TDS): If applicable under the Income Tax Act, 1961, the Lessee shall deduct TDS at the prevailing statutory rates from the monthly rent and furnish the requisite TDS certificate (Form 16A) to the Lessor within the statutory timelines.

SECTION 3: SECURITY DEPOSIT (सुरक्षा जमा)

3.1 Deposit Amount: The Lessee shall deposit with the Lessor, upon the execution of this Agreement, an interest-free refundable security deposit of [Security Deposit Amount in INR] ([Amount in Words]) via [Payment Mode/Reference].
3.2 Refund & Deductions: The Security Deposit shall be held by the Lessor without bearing interest throughout the Term and shall be refunded to the Lessee in full upon the expiration or termination of this Agreement, vacant possession hand-over, and settlement of all utility bills, subject to the deduction of any unpaid rent, utility charges, or documented repair costs for damages caused to the Scheduled Premises beyond normal wear and tear.

SECTION 4: UTILITIES, MAINTENANCE, AND TAXES (उपयोगिताएं, रखरखाव एवं कर)

4.1 Utility Bills: The Lessee shall bear and punctually pay all charges for electricity, water, gas, internet, and other utilities consumed on the Scheduled Premises during the Term, based on sub-meters or direct billing statements.
4.2 Property Taxes: Municipal taxes, property taxes, and ground rent pertaining to the Scheduled Premises shall be borne and paid by the Lessor.
4.3 Maintenance Charges: Monthly society/building maintenance charges amounting to [Maintenance Amount] shall be paid by the [Lessor/Lessee].

SECTION 5: COVENANTS OF THE LESSEE (पट्टेदार के कर्तव्य एवं प्रतिबंध)

The Lessee covenants and agrees with the Lessor as follows:
5.1 Permitted Use: To use the Scheduled Premises strictly for [Commercial/Residential purpose] and for no other purpose whatsoever without the prior written consent of the Lessor.
5.2 No Structural Alterations: Not to make any structural additions, alterations, changes, or partitions to the Scheduled Premises without obtaining the explicit written consent of the Lessor.
5.3 Compliance with Laws: To comply with all central, state, and municipal laws, bylaws, rules, and regulations applicable to the use and occupation of the Scheduled Premises.
5.4 Subletting Prohibited: Not to sublet, assign, transfer, license, or part with the possession of the Scheduled Premises or any part thereof to any third party under any circumstances.
5.5 Nuisance and Hazardous Materials: Not to store hazardous, flammable, explosive, or illegal materials on the Scheduled Premises, and not to cause any public or private nuisance to neighbors or occupants of the building.

SECTION 6: COVENANTS OF THE LESSOR (पट्टेदार/मकान मालिक के कर्तव्य)

The Lessor covenants and agrees with the Lessee as follows:
6.1 Quiet Enjoyment: Provided the Lessee pays the rent and performs all covenants herein, the Lessee shall peacefully hold, possess, and enjoy the Scheduled Premises during the Term without any interruption, disturbance, or hindrance by the Lessor or any person claiming through or under them.
6.2 Structural Repairs: The Lessor shall be responsible for undertaking all major structural repairs, damp-proofing, and external painting of the building/Scheduled Premises within a reasonable time upon receipt of written notice from the Lessee.

SECTION 7: TERMINATION AND NOTICE PERIOD (समाप्ति एवं नोटिस अवधि)

7.1 Termination for Convenience: Either Party may terminate this Agreement prior to the expiration of the Term by giving a written notice of at least [Number, e.g., 2] months to the other Party or by paying rent in lieu thereof.
7.2 Termination for Cause (Breach): If the Lessee defaults in the payment of rent for two (2) consecutive months or breaches any material covenant of this Agreement, the Lessor shall issue a written notice of cure allowing fifteen (15) days to rectify such breach. Failure to cure within the stipulated period shall entitle the Lessor to immediately terminate this Agreement, forfeit the Security Deposit (subject to claims), and re-enter the Scheduled Premises.
7.3 Vacating the Premises: Upon termination or expiration of this Agreement, the Lessee shall peacefully yield up and deliver vacant possession of the Scheduled Premises to the Lessor in the same condition as received, ordinary wear and tear excepted.

SECTION 8: INDEMNIFICATION AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY (क्षतिपूर्ति एवं दायित्व की सीमा)

8.1 Indemnity: The Lessee agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Lessor from and against any third-party claims, liabilities, losses, damages, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of the Lessee’s negligent acts, omissions, breach of statutory duties, or unauthorized operations within the Scheduled Premises.
8.2 Lessor Limitation of Liability: The Lessor shall not be liable for any loss of movable property or inventory of the Lessee caused by theft, fire, acts of God, civil commotion, or utility failures beyond the direct control of the Lessor.

SECTION 9: DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND JURISDICTION (विवाद समाधान एवं अधिकारक्षेत्र)

9.1 Amicable Negotiation: Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to this Agreement, including its formation or breach, shall first be sought to be resolved through good-faith amicable negotiations between the Parties within thirty (30) days of a written notice of dispute.
9.2 Arbitration: If unresolved through negotiations, the dispute shall be referred to binding arbitration administered by a sole arbitrator appointed mutually by the Parties, in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. The seat and venue of arbitration shall be [City, State, India], and the proceedings shall be conducted in English.
🔮 Governing Law & Jurisdiction: This Agreement shall be governed by, construed, and enforced in accordance with the laws of the Republic of India. Subject to the arbitration clause, the courts located at [City/District, State] shall have exclusive jurisdiction.

SECTION 10: MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS (विविध प्रावधान)

10.1 Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
10.2 Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior discussions, negotiations, or drafts, whether oral or written.
10.3 Counterparts: This Agreement may be executed in two or more counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.

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SCHEDULE A: DESCRIPTION OF THE SCHEDULED PREMISES (अनुसूची A: अनुमत संपत्ति का विवरण)

All that commercial/residential unit bearing Municipal Door No. [Door Number], situated on the [Floor Number] Floor of the building known as [Building Name], standing on plot/survey no. [Survey/Plot No.], bounded as follows:

• East by: [Boundary East]
• West by: [Boundary West]
• North by: [Boundary North]
• South by: [Boundary South] Together with fixtures, fittings, and amenities detailed in the inventory checklist annexed hereto.

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4. EXECUTION & FORMAL SIGNATURE BLOCKS (हस्ताक्षर खंड)

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have executed this Lease Agreement through their duly authorized representatives as of the Effective Date first written above.

FOR THE LESSOR (पट्टेदार):
Signature: _____________________________________
Printed Name: [Lessor Authorized Signatory Name]
Title: [Title / Role, e.g., Owner / Managing Director]
Company (if applicable): [Lessor Company Legal Name]
Date: [Date]

WITNESS 1 (साक्षी 1):
Signature: _____________________
Name: [Witness 1 Name]
Address: [Witness 1 Address]

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FOR THE LESSEE (किराएदार):
Signature: _____________________________________
Printed Name: [Lessee Authorized Signatory Name]
Title: [Title / Role, e.g., Director / Proprietor]
Company (if applicable): [Lessee Company Legal Name]
Date: [Date]

WITNESS 2 (साक्षी 2):
Signature: _____________________
Name: [Witness 2 Name]
Address: [Witness 2 Address]

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5. STEP-BY-STEP EXECUTION & FILING GUIDE (कार्यान्वयन एवं फाइलिंग गाइड)

1. Document Preparation: Copy and paste the entire template into Microsoft Word or Google Docs. Perform a global search and replace (or manual fill) for all bracketed terms [...] with accurate, verified factual data.
2. Stamp Paper Procurement: Purchase Non-Judicial Stamp Paper of the requisite denomination from an authorized vendor or e-stamping portal in the relevant State ([State Name]), complying with local stamp duty schedules for commercial/residential leases.
3. Drafting Integration: Print the finalized text onto the e-stamp paper (for the first page) and standard continuation sheets, or physically attach the e-stamp certificate as the first page of the formal document.
4. Signatory Verification: Verify that the individuals executing the lease hold valid board resolutions, powers of attorney, or personal title deeds confirming legal capacity to bind the respective Party.
5. Execution & Witnessing: Both Parties and at least two independent adult witnesses must physically sign and date the signature blocks. Initial every preceding page of the agreement at the bottom margin.
6. Notarization & Registration: For leases exceeding 11 months, present the executed agreement before the Sub-Registrar of Assurances having jurisdiction over [City/District] within four (4) months of execution, pay the requisite registration fees, and complete biometric registration with two witnesses.
7. Record Retention: Retain the original registered/executed lease agreement in a secure, fireproof corporate vault or digital document management system for the duration of the lease plus the statutory limitation period.