September 13, 2026

Section 78 – Registration Act: Fees to Be Fixed by State Government

The Registration Act, 1908 — back to Table of Contents

Section 78. Fees to be fixed by State Government.

The State Government shall prepare a table of fees payable—

(a) for the registration of documents;

(b) for searching the registers;

(c) for making or granting copies of reasons, entries or documents, before on or after registration;

and of extra or additional fees payable—

(d) for every registration under section 30;

(e) for the issue of commissions;

(f) for filing translations;

(g) for attending at private residences;

(h) for the safe custody and return of document; and

(i) for such other matters as appear to the Government necessary to effect the purposes of this Act.

Continue with Section 79 — Publication of Fees, or return to the Table of Contents.