What is this service?
A testamentary document disposing of property after death.
A clear Will prevents the most painful family property disputes. It must name the executor, identify properties precisely and dispose of them unambiguously. Registration of a Will is optional but adds evidentiary strength. Drafting is done with an independent qualified lawyer.
Why and when you need it
- Why
- Without a Will, succession law divides the estate - often not as the owner intended.
- Who needs it
- Every property owner, especially with multiple heirs or specific intentions.
- When
- Now - a Will can be updated any number of times.
Required documents
- List of properties with title particulars
- Intended distribution and executor details
- Identity proof of the testator
Identity and supporting documents
- PAN card of each applicant or party
- Aadhaar card or another government photo identity and address proof
- Passport-size photographs
- For companies and associations: incorporation documents, board resolution and authorisation letter
Step-by-step procedure
- List the estate and the intended distribution
- Draft the Will with an independent lawyer
- Execute with two witnesses
- Register optionally; store safely and tell the executor where it is
Fees, stamp duty and timelines
- Government fee
- Government fees, where applicable, are paid only on the official portal or at the government office. Confirm the current amount on the official portal before payment.
- Assistance charges
- Professional assistance charges are quoted after understanding your requirement. Government fees and SRCHN service charges are always shown separately. Confirm the final quote before work begins.
- Processing time
- Processing time varies by office and case. No completion timeline is guaranteed.
Government fees and SRCHN assistance charges are always kept separate. Nothing here is an invented price - confirm current amounts on the official portal or with our team before paying.
Legal requirements
- Indian Succession Act, 1925 as applicable
- Registration Act, 1908 - Wills may be registered
Common rejection reasons
- Ambiguous property identification
- Missing witnesses or execution defects
- Later conflicting documents
Important cautions
Review the Will after major life events
Do not treat nomination as a substitute for a Will
FAQs
Must a Will be registered?
No - registration is optional but strengthens the record.
Can a Will be changed?
Yes, by a later Will or codicil executed the same way.
Who should draft it?
An independent qualified lawyer - the cost of a defective Will falls on the family later.
