Is an Online Rent Agreement Valid in Court?
Yes, an online rent agreement is valid in court, as long as it meets these conditions:
1. Both parties agree to all terms in the document.
2. E-signature or digital signature is used to confirm agreement.
3. The document is either e-stamped or registered (for long-term tenancy).
4. It contains all important clauses like rent, duration, security, notice period, etc.
If these steps are followed, your rent agreement online has the same legal power as a paper agreement signed before a notary.
When Registration Is Required
In India, registration is mandatory for rent agreements longer than 11 months under the Registration Act, 1908.
If your agreement is for less than 11 months, you can make and e-stamp it online without registration. But if it is for a year or more, you should get it digitally registered to make it fully valid in court.
Registered rent agreements are stronger evidence in case of disputes between tenant and landlord.