Modification of Lease Terms — Supplemental Deed Format and Procedure 2026

Modification of Lease Terms explained: this guide covers what Modification of Lease Terms means, who it applies to, the step-by-step process, documents required, fees, due dates and penalties in India — so you can stay compliant with confidence and avoid costly mistakes.

When Lease Modification Is Needed

Lease terms may need modification during the lease period for: (a) Rent revision: Market conditions change — parties agree on increased/decreased rent. (b) Term extension: The original lease period is about to expire and parties want to continue without executing a fresh deed. (c) Change of use: Residential to commercial use (or vice versa) with landlord's consent. (d) Addition of premises: The lessee needs additional space. (e) Change of conditions: Modifying maintenance obligations, sub-letting permissions, or insurance requirements. Modifications are documented through a Supplemental Lease Deed — read together with the original lease.

Specimen Supplemental Lease Deed

SUPPLEMENTAL DEED TO LEASE DEED

This Supplemental Deed is made on between (Lessor) and (Lessee).

WHEREAS: (a) The parties entered into a Lease Deed dated , registered at SRO , Document No. ("Original Lease"), for the property at . (b) The parties now desire to modify certain terms of the Original Lease as set out below.

NOW THIS DEED WITNESSETH:

1. Clause of the Original Lease (Monthly Rent) is hereby amended to read: "The monthly rent shall be Rs. with effect from ."

2. Clause of the Original Lease (Term) is hereby extended by years — the revised expiry date shall be .

3. All other terms and conditions of the Original Lease remain unchanged.

4. In case of conflict between this Supplemental Deed and the Original Lease: this Supplemental Deed shall prevail.

SIGNATURES + WITNESSES

Registration and Stamp Duty

If the modification extends the lease beyond the total of 1 year (original + extension): REGISTRATION is mandatory. Stamp duty: (a) rent increase — duty on the ADDITIONAL rent for the remaining/extended period, (b) term extension — duty on the rent for the EXTENSION period, (c) change of use/conditions — nominal stamp duty as an agreement. Always register the supplemental deed at the SAME SRO as the original lease — for cross-referencing.

Landlord's Consent

Both parties must consent to the modification — a unilateral change is invalid (unless the original lease permits one party to modify certain terms, which is rare). The supplemental deed must be signed by BOTH the lessor and lessee. If the property has been mortgaged: the mortgagee's consent may also be needed (if the mortgage deed restricts lease modifications).