Rent Receipt Generator

Fill in the details below to generate a clean, print-ready rent receipt for your HRA tax exemption claim. Nothing is saved or uploaded — this stays entirely in your browser.

RENT RECEIPT

Received From:Your Full Name
A sum of:₹20,000
Towards rent for:January 2027
For the property at:Flat No., Building, Street, City, State, PIN
Payment Date:—
Payment Mode:Bank Transfer / NEFT
Landlord PAN:Not provided
Affix ₹1 revenue stamp here if cash payment exceeds ₹5,000 (per the Indian Stamp Act)
Landlord Signature: ______________ Landlord's Full Name

What Makes a Valid Rent Receipt for HRA

For your employer or the Income Tax Department to accept a rent receipt for HRA exemption, it generally needs: the tenant's and landlord's names, the rented property's address, the rent amount and period it covers, the payment date and mode, and the landlord's signature. If your annual rent exceeds ₹1,00,000, the landlord's PAN becomes necessary too. A revenue stamp is legally required on receipts for cash payments over ₹5,000, though this must be physically affixed after printing since it's a real stamp, not a digital element.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need my landlord's PAN on the rent receipt?

You need your landlord's PAN specifically if your total annual rent exceeds ₹1,00,000 (about ₹8,333/month) — your employer will typically ask for it to process your HRA exemption. Below that threshold, PAN is usually not mandatory, though some employers ask for it anyway.

Does a rent receipt need a revenue stamp?

Yes — as per the Indian Stamp Act, a revenue stamp (currently ₹1) is required on a rent receipt if the cash payment for that receipt exceeds ₹5,000. This is a physical stamp affixed after printing, not something that can be added digitally.

Can I generate receipts for multiple months at once?

This tool generates one receipt at a time so each can have its exact month and payment date. Most employers want monthly receipts for the full financial year (typically April to March) submitted together at the time of tax proof submission.

This generates a standard-format receipt for personal record-keeping and tax proof submission. It is not a legal contract or rental agreement. Requirements can vary slightly by employer — check with your HR/payroll team if they need any additional details. Related tool: HRA Exemption Calculator.