Transfer of Property Act, 1882
Governs the landlord's right to terminate a lease for non-payment of rent and demand possession.
Unpaid rent is a legal violation.Demand what is yours.
A formal rent recovery or eviction demand notice sent to a defaulting tenant — documenting arrears, demanding payment or vacation, and establishing the legal record before court proceedings.
Rent ArrearsEviction DemandTenancy DefaultSecurity Deposit Recovery
Rs 999
All-Inclusive
Landlord & Tenant
Both Sides Advised
Registered Post
Legally Served
What we handle for you
A precise rent recovery notice that formally documents the tenant's default and demands immediate payment or vacation.
Arrears Documented
Calculate and document the total rent arrears including applicable late penalties — creating a clear legal record of the default.
Demand for Payment or Vacation
Draft the demand for immediate payment and/or vacation of the premises within a specified period — citing the rent agreement clauses breached.
Tenancy Law Referenced
Reference applicable state tenancy law provisions and the specific agreement clauses that have been violated — strengthening the landlord's legal position.
Next Steps Advice
Advise on the appropriate legal steps if the tenant does not comply — eviction suit, Rent Control Authority, or civil recovery — with coordination of follow-up.
The 5-Step Process
From tenancy details to dispatched notice — formally establishing the tenant's default on record.
01
Provide Tenancy Details
Share the rental agreement, the months of default, the total amount outstanding, and the tenant's current status.
02
Lawyer Drafts the Notice
Our lawyer prepares a precise legal notice demanding rent payment, arrears, and/or vacation of the premises within a specified period.
03
Review & Approve
You review and approve the notice.
04
Dispatch
The notice is sent by registered post to the tenant with all delivery tracking maintained for evidence.
05
Follow-Up Action
If the tenant complies, the matter is resolved. If not, we advise on the appropriate eviction or recovery proceedings.
Legal Framework
Landlord rights for rent recovery and eviction are governed by property law, state tenancy law, and civil procedure.
State Rent Control Acts
Govern the notice requirements and procedures for eviction due to non-payment — vary by state.
Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
Governs civil suits for eviction and rent recovery before civil courts.
Limitation Act, 1963
Recovery suits for arrears of rent must be filed within 3 years of each month's default.
Client Success Stories
“My tenant stopped paying rent and refused to leave after repeated verbal requests. LegalKonnect sent a formal notice. The tenant paid 3 months of arrears within the week and vacated the following month.”
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Vikram Iyer
Mumbai“A commercial tenant abandoned my property leaving 4 months of rent unpaid. The legal notice formally established the debt on record — we recovered the full amount through the civil court within 8 months.”
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Mangala Krishnan
ChennaiFrequently Asked Questions
Stamp Duty Not Included
Government stamp duty charges apply to registered documents and vary by state. These are paid directly to the government and are not part of our service fee. Your advocate will confirm the applicable amount for your state before any document is executed.
While not always a statutory requirement (except under specific state tenancy laws), sending a legal notice is strongly advisable before filing an eviction suit. It demonstrates good faith, creates a formal record, and frequently results in resolution without litigation.
This depends on the rent agreement and applicable state Rent Control Act. Most agreements and state laws allow eviction proceedings after 1–2 months of default following proper notice.
Yes. If a tenant stays after the tenancy ends, the landlord can claim mesne profits or use and occupation charges — typically at market rate or an enhanced amount — from the date of expiry until actual vacation.
Rent payments should always be by cheque, bank transfer, or online payment — creating a payment trail. Cash payments should be accompanied by written receipts. Documented payments are the best defence against false non-payment claims.