Powers of Attorney Act, 1882
Governs the execution, authentication, and operation of Powers of Attorney in India.
Authorise someone you trustto act on your behalf.
A General or Special Power of Attorney with precisely defined powers, safeguards against self-dealing, NRI apostille guidance, and registration support for property transactions.
NRI Property ManagementGeneral PoASpecial PoAProperty Registration Authority
Rs 2,999
All-Inclusive
NRI Ready
Apostille Guidance
Registration Support
Sub-Registrar Process
What we handle for you
A Power of Attorney that authorises your agent precisely — with safeguards against misuse and full NRI compliance guidance.
General or Special PoA
Draft a General PoA or Special PoA based on the specific powers required — property sale, lease, banking, litigation, or other specific acts.
Safeguards Against Misuse
Include safeguards — reporting obligations and prohibition on self-dealing — protecting the principal from unauthorised acts by the attorney.
NRI Apostille Guidance
Assist NRIs with notarisation, apostille, and registration requirements in India — so the PoA is legally effective for property and other transactions.
Multiple Attorney Provisions
Draft authorisation for multiple attorneys or successor attorneys — ensuring continuity if the primary attorney is unavailable.
The 4-Step Process
From scope definition to a registered Power of Attorney — legally effective for property and other transactions.
01
Define the Scope
Specify the transactions or acts for which the attorney is being authorised — property sale, banking, legal proceedings, etc.
02
Lawyer Drafts the PoA
Our lawyer prepares the Power of Attorney with the appropriate scope, limitations, and legal safeguards.
03
Execute and Notarise
The principal signs the PoA before a notary. For use in India by an NRI abroad, the PoA must be notarised and apostilled in the country of residence.
04
Register if Required
For property transactions, the PoA must be registered with the Sub-Registrar in India — we assist with this process.
Legal Framework
Powers of Attorney in India are governed by a specific legal framework — with registration requirements for property transactions and apostille requirements for NRIs.
Transfer of Property Act, 1882
A registered PoA is required for an agent to execute a property sale deed on behalf of the principal.
Indian Contract Act, 1872
Governs the principal-agent relationship created by a PoA — including authority, ratification, and liability.
Foreign Affairs / Apostille Convention
For PoAs executed abroad — notarisation and apostille are required for acceptance in India.
Client Success Stories
“I needed a PoA to allow my brother to sell my property in Hyderabad while I was in the USA. LegalKonnect drafted the Special PoA, explained the apostille process, and coordinated the registration in India. The sale went through without me having to travel.”
SR
Sanjay Reddy
Hyderabad (NRI — USA)“My elderly mother needed a PoA to allow me to manage her finances and property. The lawyer drafted it carefully — with safeguards to prevent anyone else from misusing the document. Very thoughtfully done.”
UP
Usha Pillai
KochiFrequently 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.
Yes, a registered Special or General PoA can authorise the agent to sell property on behalf of the principal. The PoA must be specifically registered and the agent must execute the Sale Deed in the principal's name — not their own.
A General PoA confers broad powers across multiple matters — property, banking, legal proceedings. A Special PoA is limited to one specific act or transaction. A Special PoA is preferred when the principal wants to limit the agent's authority.
Most PoAs are revocable by the principal at any time by executing a Deed of Revocation and notifying the attorney and relevant third parties. An irrevocable PoA is possible only in limited circumstances — typically where it is coupled with an interest of the attorney.
The NRI should execute the PoA before an Indian Consulate or a local Notary Public, and have it apostilled under the Hague Convention. On arrival in India, the apostilled PoA can be adjudicated (stamp duty paid) and registered for property transactions.