Hozur SRO

About Hozur Sub-Registrar Office

Hozur Sub-Registrar Office (SRO) is the key property document registration authority for its notified jurisdiction in Krishnagiri district, functioning under the Salem registration zone of Tamil Nadu. Buyers, sellers, and legal representatives approach this SRO to register property transactions and obtain statutory records that validate ownership and encumbrances.

This SRO covers 2 villages under its jurisdiction and manages a total of 319 survey numbers. If your land or property falls within these survey numbers, the Hozur SRO is the competent office for registering deeds such as sale, gift, partition, and lease. Before proceeding, verify your property’s village and survey number details in your patta/chitta, previous deeds, or through the TNREGINET portal to ensure you are approaching the correct SRO.

Documents Required for Registration

Keep originals and at least one set of photocopies ready. Missing documents can delay token issuance, scanning, or final registration.

• Sale deed / title documents (draft deed prepared for registration)
• ID proofs of buyer and seller: Aadhaar and PAN (recommended for tax and identity verification)
• Photographs of buyer and seller (passport size, as required)
• Encumbrance Certificate (EC) for the relevant period to confirm liens/charges
• Patta copy (latest) reflecting survey number and ownership details
• Property tax receipts / local body tax paid receipts (where applicable)
• Previous sale deeds (chain of title) to establish ownership continuity

Registration Process at Hozur SRO

Follow this practical step-by-step workflow to reduce visits and avoid valuation or documentation issues.

1. Check guideline value for your survey number

   Confirm the guideline value (GV) for the exact village, street/area, and survey number. GV impacts stamp duty, registration fee, and scrutiny at the SRO.

2. Calculate stamp duty (7%) and registration fee (2%)

   Estimate charges based on the higher of consideration value or guideline value (as applicable). Keep additional costs in mind (drafting, EC, copies).

3. Prepare and sign the sale deed

   Prepare the deed with correct names, boundaries, survey details, extent, consideration, and schedule. Ensure buyer, seller, and witnesses sign as required.

4. Book slot online via TNReginet portal

   Use the TNREGINET portal to schedule an appointment/slot for document registration, where the facility is enabled. Save acknowledgment details for the visit.

5. Visit SRO with all documents

   Carry originals, copies, identity proofs, and supporting records (patta, EC, tax receipts, prior deeds). Ensure all parties and witnesses are present.

6. Biometric verification and document scanning

   The SRO verifies identity through biometrics, checks the deed particulars, and scans documents for digital record creation.

7. Collection of registered document

   After completion, collect the registered document as per the office process (same day or within a short processing window depending on workload and scrutiny).

Services Provided

• Sale deed registration (property purchase/sale)
• Gift deed registration (transfer without consideration)
• Partition deed registration (family/joint property division)
• Lease registration (registered lease agreements as applicable)
• Will registration (optional registration for legal record)
• Encumbrance Certificate (EC) issuance
• Certified copy requests for registered documents

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the office timings of Hozur SRO?

  Office timings can vary by government orders, local holidays, and token limits. Confirm the latest working hours by contacting the Hozur SRO directly or checking official updates.

• How to book an appointment online?

  Visit the TNREGINET portal, choose the document registration/appointment option (where available), select the SRO, enter property and party details, and confirm the slot. Carry the booking acknowledgment during your visit.

• What is the processing time for registration?

  Processing time depends on document completeness, valuation checks, and daily workload. Straightforward registrations may complete the same day, while cases needing clarification can take longer.

• How to obtain Encumbrance Certificate (EC)?

  You can apply through the TNREGINET portal by entering the village, survey number, and period, or submit a request at the SRO. Keep property details and prior document references handy for accurate results.

Disclaimer

Disclaimer: Contact the Hozur Sub-Registrar Office directly for current office timings, fee updates, slot availability, and the latest official procedures. Guideline values referenced are based on updates effective from July 2024; actual payable amounts may vary depending on property classification, consideration value, and government revisions.