The exact partner KYC, office proof and deed-related documents needed to register a Partnership Firm — with state-wise stamp duty notes.
Most partnership registrations get delayed not because of legal complications, but because partners share the wrong or incomplete documents. This guide lists every document you will need — for the partners, for the office and for the partnership deed itself — along with state-wise stamp duty notes so you don't get surprised on filing day.
The deed must be executed on non-judicial stamp paper of the appropriate value as per state stamp duty law. The stamp duty depends on the capital contribution and the state of registration.
| State | Stamp Duty (typical) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 1% of capital, min ₹200 | Notarisation required |
| Maharashtra | ₹500 (capital up to ₹50,000) + slabs above | Higher slabs for big capital |
| Karnataka | ₹500 + 1% of capital | Cap of ₹10,000 |
| Tamil Nadu | ₹300 flat | Plus notarisation |
| West Bengal | ₹150 + ad valorem | Varies |
Taxpex confirms the exact stamp duty for your state at the start so there are no surprises.
If the deed is not stamped at the correct value, the Registrar of Firms will reject the application and you'll have to redo the deed.
Senior contributor at Taxpex Consultancy. Reviewed by a practising Chartered Accountant. Published on 4 June 2026 · Updated on 4 June 2026.
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