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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know
before signing a rent agreement

Common questions about Indian tenancy law, how this tool works, and your rights as a tenant.

Is this rent agreement scanner completely free?

Yes, 100% free — no sign-up, no premium version, no hidden charges. The entire scan runs in your browser. We do not upload, store, or see any text or file. Use it unlimited times.

Is my rent agreement data private?

Completely. All file processing — PDF extraction, image OCR, Word parsing — happens entirely in your browser. No data leaves your device. When you close the tab, everything is permanently discarded.

What file types can I upload?

PDF (text extracted page by page), images including JPG, PNG, and WEBP (read using Tesseract OCR), Word documents (DOCX/DOC parsed by Mammoth.js), and plain text files. You can also paste text directly without uploading.

What is the legal security deposit limit in India?

The Model Tenancy Act 2021 caps residential deposits at 2 months rent. In MTA-adopted states (Karnataka, UP, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Assam), this is enforceable. Elsewhere, deposits above 3 months are considered excessive and negotiable.

Can a landlord evict me with 7 days notice?

No. A 7-day eviction notice is legally unenforceable for residential tenants in India. Courts consistently require minimum 30 days notice, and most states require a formal court order for eviction regardless of what the agreement says.

Why are most agreements only 11 months?

Agreements of 12+ months must be registered under the Registration Act 1908, costing money and creating a public record. Landlords use 11 months to avoid this. Unregistered agreements offer tenants fewer protections. Voluntary registration (₹500–2,000) significantly helps.

Who pays for repairs — tenant or landlord?

Structural repairs — walls, roof, plumbing, electrical systems — are always the landlord's legal responsibility. Tenants are only responsible for routine upkeep and damage they caused by negligence. Normal wear and tear cannot be charged to tenants.

Does a flagged clause mean my agreement is illegal?

Not necessarily. A flag means the clause deserves attention — it may be unenforceable, unfair, or worth negotiating. Some are clearly illegal; others are common but challengeable. Always consult a qualified advocate or your DLSA before signing.

Can a landlord enter my home without notice?

No. The Model Tenancy Act 2021 requires minimum 24 hours written advance notice before landlord entry for any purpose. Entering without notice violates your right to peaceful enjoyment and privacy.

Where can I get free legal help?

Call NALSA at 15100 for free legal advice. Every district has a District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) with free legal aid and representation. MTA states also have dedicated Rent Courts that resolve disputes within 60 days.

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Risky Clauses

Lock-In Period in Indian Rent Agreements: Complete Legal Guide

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Practical Guide

How to Negotiate Your Rent Agreement: A Clause-by-Clause Tenant's Playbook

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Who We Are

About RentAgreementRisk.in

RentAgreementRisk.in was built by a team of legal researchers, software engineers, and former tenants frustrated by a simple problem: millions of Indians sign rent agreements they don't understand, and landlords know it.

We built a free, private tool that any Indian tenant can use in 30 seconds — no legalese, no login, no cost. Clear results in Hindi and English, because tenant rights should be accessible to everyone.

Every clause pattern in our scanner comes from real rent agreements, Indian court rulings, the Model Tenancy Act 2021, and guidance from tenant advocacy organisations. Our legal content is reviewed by practising advocates and updated regularly.

Our Mission

To make Indian tenants the most informed renters in the world. A tenant who understands their agreement can negotiate fairly, assert rights confidently, and avoid the financial harm that exploitative rental clauses cause every day across India.

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Adv. Priya Sharma

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11 years in tenancy and property law across Karnataka and Maharashtra. Former DLSA legal aid counsel.

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Adv. Rajan Mehta

Tenant Rights Advisor

Specialises in Model Tenancy Act 2021 compliance. Delhi. 9 years of tenant dispute experience.

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Arjun Kumar

Editorial Lead

Former journalist covering housing policy. Tenant in four Indian cities over 12 years.

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Your landlord's agreementmay be hiding traps.