Chhattisgarh SC/ST Stamp Duty Exemption
Department of Industries, Government of Chhattisgarh · Central government
Chhattisgarh gives eligible Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe entrepreneurs 100% stamp duty exemption on deeds for land, sheds and buildings.
Open, rolling. Applications are accepted continuously — there is no deadline.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- Not specified
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Disbursement
- Reimbursed after spend
About this scheme
Entrepreneurs from Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) in Chhattisgarh can claim a full waiver of stamp duty on deeds under this programme. The waiver covers transactions for buying or leasing land, building industrial sheds, and acquiring commercial buildings, along with the transfer of connected lease documents.
This measure forms part of the 'Special Package for SC/ST Entrepreneurs' policy, which is intended to support inclusive industrial growth and extend opportunities to marginalised communities in the state.
Property acquisition carries a sizeable upfront cost, and the Government of Chhattisgarh uses this exemption to lower that barrier so that SC/ST individuals can set up and grow their businesses.
Such support matters for widening economic participation and creating fairer openings within Chhattisgarh's entrepreneurial ecosystem, which in turn contributes to local development and job creation.
Who can apply
- Eligible business forms
- Private limited company, Limited liability partnership, One person company, Partnership firm, Sole proprietorship
- Udyam registration
- Not specified
- MSME registration
- Not specified
- DPIIT startup recognition
- Not specified
- GST registration
- Not specified
- Where the business may be based
- Chhattisgarh
Eligibility conditions:
- The applicant must be an entrepreneur from the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) community. - The deed must relate to the purchase or lease of land, an industrial shed, or a commercial building. - Deeds covering the transfer of connected lease documents also qualify. - Land meant for mining leases does not qualify for the exemption.
How to apply
SC/ST entrepreneurs seeking the 100% stamp duty exemption must submit an application under the 'Special Package for SC/ST Entrepreneurs' policy of Chhattisgarh, following the prescribed procedure. The process typically consists of several stages:
- **Step 1: Identifying and Acquiring Property.** The entrepreneur locates land, a shed, or a building that is eligible, suits the requirements of the business, and is intended for purchase or lease — provided it is not meant for mining lease purposes. - **Step 2: Executing the Deed.** The legal deeds required for the property transaction are drawn up and executed. At this stage, the terms of the purchase or lease are formally recorded. - **Step 3: Preparing Documentation.** Every supporting document must be readied, which includes evidence of the entrepreneur's SC/ST status, particulars of business registration, and the property deed. - **Step 4: Filing with the Authority.** The executed deed, along with the supporting documents, is filed with the concerned state government department or the sub-registrar office for registration. The claim for stamp duty exemption under the Special Package for SC/ST Entrepreneurs must be stated explicitly at this point. - **Step 5: Verification and Grant of Exemption.** The government authority examines the entrepreneur's eligibility as well as the character of the property transaction. Once verification succeeds, the 100% stamp duty exemption is granted, bringing the stamp duty payable at the time of deed registration down to zero.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for this stamp duty exemption?
Only entrepreneurs from Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities who have registered and run their businesses in Chhattisgarh can claim this exemption.
What types of deeds are covered under this exemption?
Stamp duty exemption covers deeds for the purchase or lease of land, industrial sheds and commercial buildings, as well as deeds transferring related lease documents.
Are there any exclusions to this exemption?
No. The exemption does not cover land held under mining leases; it is intended for entrepreneurs in manufacturing, services and other commercial sectors.
How does this exemption benefit SC/ST entrepreneurs?
The programme exempts SC/ST entrepreneurs from stamp duty in full, which lowers the upfront cost of acquiring assets such as land and buildings. This leaves them more capital for running and expanding their businesses.
Is this a cash grant or a loan?
It is an exemption rather than a cash grant or loan: on qualifying property transactions, you are relieved of the stamp duty that would otherwise apply, which translates into a direct financial saving.
How can I apply for this exemption?
Claim the exemption while applying under the 'Special Package for SC/ST Entrepreneurs' policy, which normally means filing your property deed and proof of SC/ST entrepreneur status with the concerned state authorities in Chhattisgarh at the time of property registration; the state's industrial promotion body usually publishes the detailed instructions.
Sectors
- Stamp Duty Exemption
- Scst Entrepreneurs
- Chhattisgarh
- Business Incentives
- Inclusive Growth
- Financial Support
Intended beneficiaries
- Sc
- St
Details last verified on 18 September 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.