Guideline value (also called guidance value or government value) is the minimum value the Tamil Nadu government fixes for a property in a given area/street. It's the basis for stamp duty.
Why it matters
- Stamp duty and registration are charged on the higher of your actual sale price or the guideline value.
- If you buy below guideline value, you still pay duty on the guideline value.
How to check it
- Go to tnreginet.gov.in.
- Open the Guideline Value search.
- Search by zone / sub-registrar office / village / street, or by survey number.
- Note the value per sq ft (or per ground/cent) for your location.
Tip
Guideline values are revised periodically and can differ sharply street to street — always check the exact street before estimating costs. Then use our stamp duty calculator.
This guide is general information, not legal, tax or financial advice. Rules (FEMA, income tax, TDS, stamp duty) change and depend on your situation — please confirm current rules with a qualified chartered accountant, lawyer or the relevant authority before acting.