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30 Sep 2026
MahaRERA Title Transfer & Conveyance
Conveyance and title transfers form an integral part of completing a real estate project. They are critical as far as how the rights will finally be passed on to the respective association/society in question.
It is essential for developers to have knowledge of the latest clarification by MahaRERA regarding conveyance and title transfer. This is because compliance does not stop there.
What Is Conveyance in Real Estate?
The Conveyance of Title or Interest in Land and Property
It involves the process of transfer of the title/interest in land and property from the developer/promoter to the rightful person(s), which could be a cooperative housing society, association of allottees, etc.
In a normal housing project, conveyance of land and property can include the land and parts of property as per the need of the law and project.
What Is Title Transfer?
Title transfer is the term used to describe the transfer of ownership or interest in a property from one person to another.
For a real estate project, the documentations pertaining to the title must clearly define:
The owner of the land
The rights held by the developer over the property
The rights that are to be transferred
The person entitled to receive the transfer
Whether all the necessary documents are complete
It is hence essential for the real estate project.
Why Is Conveyance Important for Developers?
The duties of the developer do not necessarily end with the transfer of possession.
Under the RERA regime, promoters have certain duties in respect of the transfer of title and the conveyance in favor of the allottee society, provided that all the necessary requirements are fulfilled.
Disputes can arise between the developer and the societies/associations concerning land and common property on account of non-conveyance.
MahaRERA and Title Transfer Compliance
Conveyance and transfer of title of the property by the promoters have been covered by MahaRERA through its directions.
Therefore, it is incumbent upon developers to ensure that their project documents, agreements and registrations are in accordance with the respective requirements.
Some of the factors that may determine the conveyance procedure are:
Nature of project
Nature of landholding
Development agreement
Incorporation of the society/association
Local laws
Possession status
Title deeds and property deeds
It implies that the process of conveyance is not to be considered a one-size-fits-all process.
What Developers Should Check
1. Verify the land title
During the development of a project, developers should keep appropriate title documents to ensure that the ownership and development rights for the land are well defined.
2. Review development agreements
In cases where the developer does not own the land, the rights and obligations of each party should be defined in the development contract and power of attorney.
3. Ensure proper disclosures
It is pertinent that information regarding land title, encumbrances, promoter’s rights and other project-related information be disclosed in accordance with MahaRERA.
4. Complete conveyance within the applicable timeline
The developers ought to keep an eye on the relevant time limits for both the statutory law and contracts in relation to conveyance and transfer of title.
5. Coordinate with the society or association
After an appropriate association or society has been formed, then it is the responsibility of the developer to facilitate the process of documentation and conveyance.
Title Transfer vs Conveyance
Whereas these two terms may be used interchangeably, they do not necessarily mean the same thing.
Title transfer is an encompassing term that relates to the transfer of ownership or interest in property.
Conveyance, on the other hand, is the legal mechanism by which the rights are transferred from one party to the other.
What Happens If Conveyance Is Delayed?
Late conveyancing may cause conflicts in terms of:
Ownership of land
Common property issues
Development rights
Documentations for properties
Duties of the developer and society
Statutory requirements
This is why it is important that developers include conveyancing within the compliance life cycle of their project rather than doing it after possession of the land.
How RERA Vision Can Help
At RERA Vision, we help developers and real estate stakeholders understand and manage their MahaRERA compliance requirements.
Our support can include project documentation, title-related compliance, MahaRERA registration, regulatory requirements and ongoing project compliance, helping developers maintain proper documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
Final Thoughts
Title transfer and conveyance are critical components of real estate compliance. Developers should understand their obligations well in advance and ensure that land title, development rights, project documentation and conveyance requirements are properly aligned.
With MahaRERA continuing to strengthen regulatory compliance, keeping project documentation and title-transfer processes up to date can help developers avoid unnecessary disputes and compliance issues.
FAQs – MahaRERA Title Transfer & Conveyance
1. What is conveyance under MahaRERA?
The conveyance is the process through which the concerned title or interest in the property is transferred to the society or association of allottees who have the right to it from the promoter of the company.
2. What is title transfer in real estate?
Transfer of title is the legal conveyance of ownership or a right in real estate from one individual to another. Transfer of title can take place in a housing scheme whereby the rights are transferred from the promoter to the society/association.
3. Is conveyance mandatory for developers under RERA?
The duties and responsibilities of the promoter with respect to the execution of conveyance and transfer of title are based on the relevant RERA and state law provisions.
4. What is a conveyance deed in Maharashtra?
Conveyance Deed is the term applied to any written instrument which transfers title or an interest in immovable property from one person to another. This can be employed in case of housing schemes in transferring the concerned rights in property to the society or any other entitled party.
5. When should a developer execute conveyance?
Timeline of relevance to the project, formation of the society/association, agreements with allottees and relevant statute. The developers must monitor the timeline that applies and not take conveyance as a subsequent exercise after taking possession of the land.
6. What documents are required for conveyance?
Documents can differ from one project to another. They may consist of title documents, development agreement, land documents, approved plan documents, project document, or even society/association documents.
7. What happens if a developer does not complete conveyance?
Delay in conveying may result in controversies over land ownership, use of common spaces, right to develop and documentation. The aggrieved party has legal remedies available in accordance with relevant laws.
8. What is the difference between title transfer and conveyance?
Title transfer is defined as the transfer of ownership or title interest, and conveyance is defined as the act through which this is done. Title transfer and conveyance are similar terms, but they are not synonymous.
9. Does conveyance transfer the land to the housing society?
It is possible to transfer land and property rights through conveyance, depending on the legal and organizational structure of the project and relevant laws. The extent of the transfer will depend on the legal and ownership structures of the project.
10. What are a developer's responsibilities regarding title transfer?
The developers must ensure that proper title documents are maintained, that all the pertinent information is revealed, cooperate in the creation of the association or society and make the conveyance and title transfer documents as necessary.
11. Can a society demand conveyance from a developer?
Where conditions of law and agreement apply, a society or any other legal person may have the right to claim conveyance by the promoter. The details of this will depend upon the particular situation and the laws of Maharashtra.
12. Why is conveyance important under MahaRERA?
The conveyance brings clarity on who owns what after development. The correct conduct of this activity will help in preventing disputes between the developer and other parties involved in such as the societies and buyers.
