Frequently Asked Questions

An 11-month rental agreement is a short-term tenancy contract commonly used in Karnataka to avoid mandatory registration (which is required for leases of 12 months or more). It uses government-certified e-stamp paper and is signed by both landlord and tenant. Despite being unregistered, it is legally valid and accepted by banks, police, and government offices for address proof.

Rental agreements at ಶ್ರೀ ಲಕ್ಷ್ಮಿ | Shree Lakshmi are very affordable. The cost includes drafting, stamp paper (denomination based on rent amount), printing, and notarization. There are no hidden charges. We give you the final price upfront. Please visit or call us for exact details.

The denomination depends on the monthly rent. We guide you on the correct denomination based on your rent and requirements.

Yes. A notarized rental agreement on government e-stamp paper is accepted by all major banks including SBI, HDFC, ICICI, Axis, and Canara Bank for address proof, home loans, and account opening. Our agreements are used by thousands of customers across South Bangalore.

Yes. We prepare both residential and commercial rental agreements. Commercial agreements may require higher stamp paper denominations depending on the monthly rent. Call us with your requirements and we will advise you on the correct format.

E-stamp paper is a government-authorized electronic stamp paper issued by SHCIL (Stock Holding Corporation of India) on behalf of the Karnataka government. It is used to pay stamp duty on legal documents such as rental agreements, sale deeds, gift deeds, power of attorney, and affidavits. Using e-stamp paper makes the document legally valid and enforceable in court.

We provide e-stamp paper in all denominations as required. The denomination needed depends on the type of document and the value of the transaction. We guide you to the right denomination.

E-stamp paper is issued electronically with a unique certificate number that can be verified online on the SHCIL website. It is more secure than traditional stamp paper and cannot be forged. In Karnataka, e-stamp paper is the government-mandated format and traditional stamp paper is no longer in use.

Yes. Every e-stamp paper issued at ಶ್ರೀ ಲಕ್ಷ್ಮಿ | Shree Lakshmi has a unique Certificate Number printed on it. You can verify its authenticity on the SHCIL official website (shcilestamp.com) by entering the certificate number. This makes e-stamp paper completely tamper-proof.

E-stamp paper is available instantly at ಶ್ರೀ ಲಕ್ಷ್ಮಿ | Shree Lakshmi near RBI Layout Main Rd, JP Nagar 7th Phase. The entire process takes just 5 to 10 minutes. You receive the physical e-stamp paper with the certificate number on the spot.

We notarize a wide range of documents including rental agreements, affidavits, power of attorney, academic certificates (true copy), and property deeds.

For affidavits and sworn statements, the person signing the document must be present with valid original ID proof (like Aadhaar) before the notary.

Notarization is done instantly at our centre. You just need to walk in with your documents.

Affidavits are used for legally declaring facts such as a change of name, discrepancy in dates of birth, gap in education, or to declare address proof for government and bank applications.

Yes, our affidavit service includes drafting, printing on the appropriate denomination of government e-stamp paper, and notary attestation.

Please bring your original Aadhaar card and any supporting documents related to your affidavit (e.g., old certificates for name change).