Refund of stamp duty possible?

Q: Stamp duty of over a lakh of rupees was paid in 2015, the deal didnt go through because of some changes in the building plan by the builder. Now can we get a refund of the stamp duty? the builder has refunded the money advanced.

Martha, Goa

21st June 2016

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HI Martha,
You can visit this site for refund of Stamp Duty. Copy this link and open in new tab, you have to fill up this application form for refund of your stamp duty. https://appl1igr.maharashtra.gov.in/refund/RegisterRefund.aspx?query=1

Leena, Goa

21st June 2016

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HI Martha,
There is a provision in the Maharashtra Stamp Act for the refund of stamp duty in certain cases; for example where a property transaction intended is not completed. This is, provided the application for refund is made within the prescribed time frame or there is a change in floor plans and amenities.

Maxwell, Goa

21st June 2016

Comment

Yes, refund can be claimed v/s 47 of The Bombay Stamp Act 1958. However such claim can be made to the collector of Stamps within a period of 6 months from the date of purchase of Stamps.

Franklin, Goa

21st June 2016