Informal Tenancy Agreement Template for India

The Informal Tenancy Agreement is designed for use in the Indian residential rental market where formal, registered lease deeds may not be necessary or practical, typically for tenancies under 12 months. This document type provides a balanced approach between legal compliance and practical utility, incorporating essential elements required under Indian law while maintaining accessibility for non-legal users. It includes fundamental provisions required by the Transfer of Property Act and state-specific rent control laws, while remaining flexible enough to accommodate various residential rental situations. The agreement is particularly useful for individual landlords and tenants seeking a straightforward yet legally sound document for their rental arrangement, though it can also be adapted for corporate use. While being an Informal Tenancy Agreement, it still maintains professional standards and includes all necessary elements for creating a valid landlord-tenant relationship under Indian law.

1. Parties: Details of the landlord/lessor and tenant/lessee including full names, addresses, and contact information

2. Background: Brief context about the property and the intention to create a tenancy relationship

3. Definitions: Key terms used in the agreement including 'Property', 'Term', 'Rent', 'Security Deposit'

4. Property Details: Complete description of the rental property including address and what is included

5. Term and Renewal: Duration of tenancy, start date, end date, and renewal terms

6. Rent and Payment Terms: Rent amount, due date, payment method, and late payment consequences

7. Security Deposit: Amount, payment terms, conditions for refund, and deductions

8. Utilities and Maintenance: Responsibility for utilities, repairs, and maintenance obligations

9. Use of Property: Permitted use, occupancy limits, and restrictions

10. Tenant Obligations: Key responsibilities including maintaining property, allowing inspections, following rules

11. Landlord Obligations: Key responsibilities including providing services, maintaining structure, ensuring peaceful enjoyment

12. Termination: Conditions for termination by either party, notice periods, consequences

13. Governing Law: Specification that the agreement is governed by Indian law

14. Signatures: Execution clause and space for signatures of all parties