What is the guideline value?

The minimum value at which a property can be registered, set by the government for each location. It is used to calculate stamp duty and registration charges.

Where can I see guideline rates?

On SAMPADA 2.0 under View Guideline, which shows published and draft guidelines and rates. Anyone can post suggestions on a draft guideline.

Did the 2025 amendment change sale duty?

The Indian Stamp (Madhya Pradesh Amendment) Act, 2025 (gazetted 9 September 2025) raised several fixed duties. SAMPADA's live duty table still lists 5% principal duty for a sale.

Who can use the calculator?

Both registered and unregistered users can calculate duty on SAMPADA 2.0.

Is there a document writing fee?

SAMPADA lists a document writing fee of Rs 500 where the value is up to Rs 5 lakh and Rs 1,000 above that, for a sale deed.

Topic guide

Stamp Duty in Madhya Pradesh

This guide is still being prepared and has not been reviewed. It shows only the parts we can state with confidence. Check the official portal before relying on it.

Stamp duty on a sale deed in Madhya Pradesh has several parts: principal stamp duty of 5% of the guideline value (1% on any consideration above it), local-body duty (municipal or janpad), and upkar. The IGR duty chart lists the registration fee for a sale at 3%. SAMPADA 2.0 calculates the exact total for a property.

Definition

Upkar: A cess charged with stamp duty in Madhya Pradesh. The IGR duty chart lists it at 10% of the principal stamp duty for a sale.

When you need it

Before signing a sale deed, to budget the duty and fees, which are paid online before registration.

Steps

Value the property on SAMPADA 2.0 (Property Valuation) using its Land Parcel ID, property tax ID or a map pin to get the guideline value.
Open Stamp Duty / Registration Fees Calculation, choose Sales/Purchase and then the instrument, for example Sale/Assignment of sale.
Enter the consideration, add the property, and apply any exemption you qualify for.
Click Duty Calculate and print the breakdown.
Pay the duty and fees online through the State Cyber Treasury or the SAMPADA wallet when you register.

Fees

Sale/Assignment of sale (IGR duty chart): principal stamp duty 5%, municipal duty 3%, janpad duty 1%, upkar 10% of principal duty, registration fee 3%. SAMPADA's instrument note adds that consideration above the guideline value is charged 1% principal duty. Which local-body duty applies depends on location.

Stamp Duty fee. Source: www.mpigr.gov.in, as of 2026-10-19.

How to read it

Duty is worked on the guideline value set for the location. If the consideration is higher, the excess carries 1% principal duty. Local-body duty and upkar are added on top, so the total is more than 5%.

Red flags

Consideration shown below the guideline value
The wrong instrument chosen, for example an agreement instead of a sale
An exemption claimed without eligibility
A guideline rate taken from an earlier year

Questions

What is the guideline value?: The minimum value at which a property can be registered, set by the government for each location. It is used to calculate stamp duty and registration charges.
Where can I see guideline rates?: On SAMPADA 2.0 under View Guideline, which shows published and draft guidelines and rates. Anyone can post suggestions on a draft guideline.
Did the 2025 amendment change sale duty?: The Indian Stamp (Madhya Pradesh Amendment) Act, 2025 (gazetted 9 September 2025) raised several fixed duties. SAMPADA's live duty table still lists 5% principal duty for a sale.
Who can use the calculator?: Both registered and unregistered users can calculate duty on SAMPADA 2.0.
Is there a document writing fee?: SAMPADA lists a document writing fee of Rs 500 where the value is up to Rs 5 lakh and Rs 1,000 above that, for a sale deed.

Sources

SAMPADA 2.0 - Stamp duty and registration fee calculation
Fee source — as of 2026-10-19

General information only, not legal advice.

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