Renting a house in big cities has always been tricky.
Many tenants feel unsure about negotiating with landlords, often because they don’t know their rights or fear offending the landlord.
To make renting easier, the government has introduced New Rent Rules 2025.
These rules aim to make renting simple, transparent, and fair for everyone.
Mandatory Online Registration and Limited Security Deposits
One major change is that every rental agreement must now be registered online within 60 days of signing.
This will eliminate fake or verbal agreements. Late registration can lead to a penalty of up to Rs 5,000.
Another relief for tenants is the capping of security deposits. Landlords can no longer demand huge advances.
For residential housing, the maximum deposit is now two months’ rent, reducing the upfront burden for tenants.
Rent Increases, Eviction, and Repairs
Landlords can no longer raise rent arbitrarily.
They must provide a 90-day written notice before increasing rent.
Evictions are also regulated—tenants cannot be asked to vacate without a court or Rent Tribunal order.
Tenant rights for repairs and inspections are also protected.
Landlords must give 24-hour notice before entering a property for repairs.
Necessary repairs must be done within 30 days, or tenants can adjust the rent or do the repairs themselves.
TDS on High Rent: What You Should Know
If the rent exceeds Rs 50,000 per month, tenants are required to deduct 2% TDS under Section 194-IB of the Income Tax Act.
This deduction is done once a year, either in March or when the tenancy ends.
Tenants must also file Form 26QC and provide Form 16C to the landlord.
Ignoring this can result in fines, interest, and even legal action.
This rule helps increase transparency in rental transactions.
Faster Dispute Resolution
Disputes over rent, deposits, evictions, or damages must now be resolved within 60 days.
This benefits both tenants and landlords by preventing long, stressful conflicts.
Benefits of the New Rules
For Tenants:
Lower security deposits
Control over rent increases
Clear digital paperwork
Faster dispute resolution
For Landlords:
Stronger contract validity
Fewer disputes due to digitization
Transparent payments and records
Conclusion
The New Rent Rules 2025 and TDS compliance are changing India’s rental market for the better.
Tenants and landlords now have clearer rules, better protection, and a more organized system.
Renting is no longer arbitrary or stressful—it’s fair, transparent, and secure.
