Up non judicial stamp papers refund

Why did the builder ask for and retain stamp papers such a long time of 8 years untill he (builder) has to get the conveyance deed / sale deed registered ? Builder is liable for any losses on account of unused stamp paper.

However, if there is some changed rule on refund of stamp duty unused stamp paper has to be accepted and refunded as per rules on the subject. Did you approach local SDM /ADM / Revenue officer ?

If the revenue authorities decline to refund unused stamp paper money, move in civil court of jurisdiction for recovery through a local prudent lawyer.

To get a refund amount of unused judicial stamp paper, you may have to the concerned authority, such as the Collector or the Sub-Registrar, and submit the original stamp paper along with a valid reason for seeking a refund. You may also have to pay a deduction fee or a penalty for the refund. The refund may be subject to a time limit, usually six months from the date of purchase of the stamp paper.

For example, in India, you can apply for a refund of unused judicial stamp paper online through the e-GRAS portal.

To qualify for a stamp duty refund online, a few conditions must be met:

• The sales deed must not have been executed or acted upon (i.e., the property transfer should not have been completed).
• The cancellation should result from mutual consent, a legal directive, or a breach of contract.
• The refund application must be submitted within the prescribed timeframe from the date of cancellation, as per the applicable state laws..