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RERA Project Verifier

Always verify before you buy — direct links to every state RERA portal

How this works: RERA (Real Estate Regulatory Authority) mandates that every residential project in India must be registered. Before buying property as an NRI, always verify the project's RERA registration. Select your state below to go directly to the official portal, or enter a RERA number to get started.

Find your state RERA portal

NRI property purchase checklist

  • ① Verify RERA registration — confirm the project is registered and check the completion deadline on the state portal.
  • ② Check builder track record — look at number of projects delivered, complaints filed, and ratings on the portal.
  • ③ Arrange Power of Attorney (PoA) — essential if you can't be present for registration. Get it attested at the Indian consulate.
  • ④ Use NRE/NRO account — all payments must be routed through NRE/NRO accounts or FCNR deposits per FEMA rules.
  • ⑤ Get Form 15CA/15CB ready — required if repatriating sale proceeds later. Your CA must certify the tax position.
  • ⑥ Verify title and encumbrance — hire a local lawyer to check the title deed and encumbrance certificate.

All state RERA portals

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Frequently asked questions

RERA (Real Estate Regulatory Authority) was established under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016. It mandates that every residential project with more than 8 units must be registered before marketing or selling. RERA protects buyers by ensuring project timelines, specifications, and financials are disclosed. For NRIs buying remotely, RERA verification is the single most important due diligence step.
Visit the state RERA portal (links above), search by project name, builder name, or RERA registration number. The portal shows: project approval date, expected completion, number of units, builder details, complaints filed, and project financial audit. If a project is NOT listed, do NOT buy — it is either unregistered (illegal to sell) or the builder is non-compliant.
A RERA-registered project listing shows: builder/promoter details, project location and layout, approved building plans, number of units (sold and unsold), project start and completion dates, quarterly progress updates, financial statements, and any complaints or orders passed against the project.
Do not buy. Selling an unregistered project is illegal under RERA. The builder can face penalties up to 10% of project cost. As a buyer, you have no legal recourse through RERA for an unregistered project. Even if a broker or builder claims ‘registration is in process’, wait until the RERA number is actually issued before paying any amount.
Yes. NRI buyers can file complaints with the respective state RERA authority for issues like: delayed possession, deviation from approved plans, defective construction, or unfair contract terms. Most state portals allow online complaint filing. Some states also accept complaints via email. You may need to authorise a local representative via Power of Attorney to attend hearings.
Maharashtra (MahaRERA) is widely regarded as the most active and transparent RERA portal in India, with detailed project tracking and strict enforcement. Karnataka, Haryana, and Tamil Nadu also have functional portals. Some states (like West Bengal, which uses HIRA instead of RERA) have been slower to implement full compliance.

RERA: The NRI Property Buyer’s Best Friend

Before RERA (2016), buying Indian property was a leap of faith — delayed projects, changed specifications, diverted funds, and zero accountability. For NRIs buying remotely, this was even riskier.

RERA changed the game by requiring:

  • Mandatory registration of all projects before sale
  • 70% of buyer funds kept in escrow (can’t be diverted)
  • Quarterly progress updates publicly available
  • Penalty mechanism for delays and non-compliance

How to verify a project (3-step process)

  1. Ask for the RERA number — every legitimate builder will have one. It looks like: P52100001234 (format varies by state)
  2. Search on the state portal — use the links above to go directly to the correct state portal
  3. Check the details — confirm project location, builder name, completion date, and complaint history

Red flags to watch for

  • Project not found on RERA portal
  • Builder has multiple complaints or adverse orders
  • Completion date has been extended multiple times
  • Financial statements show significant discrepancies
  • Marketing materials don’t mention RERA number

Special considerations for NRIs

  • Power of Attorney (PoA) — get it attested at the Indian consulate before your India visit
  • FEMA compliance — all payments must route through NRE/NRO/FCNR accounts
  • TDS on resale — buyer must deduct TDS at 20% (LTCG) or 30% (STCG) when buying from an NRI seller
  • Stamp duty — same as resident rates in most states (some states offer concessions)
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