A residential tenancy in Gurugram is one of the few transactions where both parties are usually reasonable and the dispute still happens — almost always because the agreement was vague, unregistered, or never read. This guide walks both sides through what actually matters.
The agreement: get the basics right
The widespread 11-month rent agreement exists because agreements of less than a year have lighter registration requirements; it is renewed on expiry. That is fine for most tenancies — but “unregistered” should not mean “casual”. A printed agreement on the correct stamp value, signed by both parties with two witnesses, with a clear schedule of rent, deposit, escalation, notice period and what the deposit can be deducted for, prevents the large majority of disputes. For longer lock-ins, consider registering the agreement.
Security deposit
Gurugram norms typically run two to three months’ rent for unfurnished or semi-furnished homes, and can be higher for fully furnished premium units. What matters more than the number is writing down, in advance, exactly what the deposit covers (damage beyond fair wear and tear, unpaid dues) and the timeline for its return after handover. “We will adjust it later” is the single most common cause of a deposit fight.
Tenant police verification
Tenant verification with the local police is expected of landlords in Gurugram and is in the owner’s own interest. It is a short process (online in many areas) and protects the owner; tenants should expect and cooperate with it.
Society, maintenance and the move-in NOC
In gated societies the tenant usually needs a move-in approval / NOC from the RWA or maintenance office, and the agreement should state clearly who pays the monthly maintenance — owner or tenant. Clarify gym/club access, parking allotment and move-in/move-out charges before signing, not on moving day.
For owners: a pre-handover checklist
- Written, stamped agreement with deposit, escalation, notice period and deduction terms spelled out.
- Dated inventory of fittings and appliances with photos, signed by both parties.
- Meter readings (electricity, water, gas, DG) recorded on the handover date.
- Tenant police verification initiated.
- Society NOC / move-in approval arranged; maintenance liability stated in the agreement.
- Post-dated or standing-instruction rent mechanism agreed.
For tenants: protect yourself too
- Verify the person letting the home is the owner or holds clear written authority to let it.
- Insist on the signed inventory and dated photos — it protects your deposit as much as the owner’s asset.
- Get every payment receipted, including the deposit, by bank transfer with a clear narration.
- Read the deduction and notice-period clauses specifically — those are the two that cause exit disputes.
- Confirm in writing who bears maintenance, minor repairs and major repairs.
This is general guidance, not legal advice, and local society rules and stamp requirements change — confirm the current position for your specific society and use a properly drafted agreement.