Punjab Property Transfer Fee Calculator
Estimate the full cost of transferring property in Punjab: stamp duty, Capital Value Tax, buyer and seller withholding taxes, and registry fees — for urban and rural property, filers and non-filers.
| Charge | Rate / basis | Amount | Paid by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stamp duty | 1% (urban) | Rs 0 | Buyer |
| Capital Value Tax | 2% (urban) | Rs 0 | Buyer |
| Withholding tax on purchase (Sec 236K) | 3% (filer) | Rs 0 | Buyer |
| Withholding tax on sale (Sec 236C) | 3% (filer) | Rs 0 | Seller |
| Registry fee (fixed, indicative) | Rs 1,000 | Rs 1,000 | Buyer |
| Total transfer cost | Rs 0 | ||
Rates are indicative. Stamp duty and CVT apply to urban property only; rural property is exempt under the schedule used here. DC tables vary by district — confirm with the local sub-registrar.
| Charge | Urban | Rural |
|---|---|---|
| Stamp duty | 1% of value | Exempt (indicative) |
| Capital Value Tax | 2% of value | 0% (indicative) |
| WHT on purchase (236K) — filer | 3% | 3% |
| WHT on purchase (236K) — non-filer | 6% (indicative) | 6% (indicative) |
| WHT on sale (236C) — filer | 3% | 3% |
| WHT on sale (236C) — non-filer | 5% (indicative) | 5% (indicative) |
| Registry fee | Rs 1,000 fixed (indicative) | |
The buyer normally pays stamp duty, CVT, buyer WHT and the registry fee; the seller pays WHT on sale. Actual practice can vary by agreement and district.
- Enter the property value (use the DC rate table value for your district).
- Select whether the property is urban or rural.
- Choose the filer status of the buyer and the seller.
- Click Calculate transfer cost to see every charge itemized.
- Use Copy summary to keep a record of the estimate.
Frequently asked questions
What charges apply when transferring property in Punjab?
A property transfer in Punjab typically involves stamp duty, Capital Value Tax on urban property, withholding tax on the buyer under section 236K, withholding tax on the seller under section 236C, and registry fees. The exact amounts depend on the property value, whether it is urban or rural, and the filer status of both parties.
What is the stamp duty rate in Punjab?
Stamp duty on property transfers in Punjab is commonly calculated at 1 percent of the property value for urban property. Rural property transfers are generally exempt from stamp duty under the commonly used schedule.
Does filer status change the transfer cost?
Yes. Withholding taxes on both purchase and sale are charged at higher rates for non-filers. For example, buyer withholding tax is commonly around 3 percent for filers and higher for non-filers, so being an active taxpayer with FBR can significantly reduce the total transfer cost.
Are the rates in this calculator final?
No. All rates are indicative and based on commonly published Punjab Board of Revenue and FBR schedules. District collector (DC) rate tables also vary by district and are revised regularly, so confirm the latest rates before any transaction.