Will Registration Process in Guwahati (Assam) – 2025 Guide

A clear, legally accurate city-specific guide + how AasaanWill manages end-to-end Will registration.

1. Understanding Will Registration in Guwahati

In Guwahati, a Will can be registered at the jurisdictional Sub-Registrar Office (SRO) based on:

• The testator’s residential address, OR

• The location of immovable property mentioned in the Will (typically accepted with supporting proof)

While Will registration is optional under Indian law, in Assam it is highly recommended because it:

• Prevents future legal or family disputes

• Confirms identity and free decision-making of the testator

• Makes forgery, tampering, or replacement nearly impossible

• Creates a permanent legal document stored and verified by the government

Will registration in Guwahati follows:

• The Registration Act, 1908

• Assam Registration Rules

• Instructions from the Inspector General of Registration (IGR), Assam

2. Government Fees for Will Registration in Guwahati

Registration charges generally include:

• Registration fee: ₹50–₹1,000 (varies based on SRO and document volume)

• Scanning, digitisation & administrative charges

There is no stamp duty for registering a Will in Assam.

Accepted payment methods:

• Assam e-Stamp / e-Challan portal

• On-counter payment at the SRO (depending on the office)

(An AasaanWill specialist manages the challan, payment category selection, and submission end-to-end.)

3. Processing Time

• At the Registrar’s Office: 1–3 hours depending on crowd and token slot availability

• Registered Will Delivery: 7–15 working days

Once the Will is ready, the SRO may inform via SMS or require a follow-up visit.

Collection must usually be done by the testator, unless authorized pickup is explicitly allowed by that SRO.

4. Documents Required

For the Testator

• Aadhaar Card (mandatory) + PAN

• 2 passport-size photographs

• Original unsigned Will

• Mental Fitness Certificate from MBBS/MD doctor

• Address proof (Aadhaar normally sufficient; utility bill or rent agreement may be requested)

For Witnesses

• Aadhaar/PAN or any valid government-issued ID

• 2 passport-size photographs

• Mandatory physical presence during registration

5. Step-by-Step Will Registration Procedure in Guwahati

Step 1: Token Issuance Submit identification and receive a token number.

Step 2: Document Verification Registrar staff verify:

• Testator identity

• Witness documents

• Will formatting and annexure compliance

• Validity of mental fitness certificate

Step 3: Registrar Interaction Typical questions include:

• “Is this your Will?”

• “Are you signing it of your own free will?”

• “Do you understand everything written in this document?”

Step 4: Biometrics Fingerprint and photograph capture for the testator and both witnesses.

Step 5: Wet-Ink Signatures

• Testator signs each page

• Witnesses sign the attestation block

• Registrar stamps and scans the original Will

Step 6: Fee Payment If not paid in advance, payment is completed at this stage.

Step 7: Acknowledgement Slip Issued A registration reference number and scanned acknowledgement slip are provided.

Step 8: Collection of Registered Will Once approved, the testator signs the registry ledger and collects the sealed registered Will.

6. Common Challenges in Guwahati SROs

• Limited daily tokens and long queues

• Assamese-only communication in some SROs

• Incorrect challan category selection causing delays

• Medical certificate rejection due to missing legal wording

• Annexures or formatting inconsistencies

• Witness unavailability or signature timing mistakes

7. How AasaanWill Makes Will Registration Seamless in Guwahati

AasaanWill manages the entire registration journey from drafting to final delivery — ensuring accuracy, compliance, and peace of mind.

A. Before Registration

An AasaanWill specialist:

• Prints the Will in Assam-approved legal format

• Schedules token or appointment (when available)

• Prepares all required annexures for Guwahati SRO compliance

• Reviews the mental fitness certificate format to prevent rejection

• Briefs testator and witnesses on mandatory steps and documentation

B. At the Sub-Registrar Office

An AasaanWill specialist:

• Accompanies the testator and witnesses through every step

• Handles paperwork and Assamese/Hindi communication

• Manages e-Challan and payment submission

• Ensures correct biometrics, signature sequencing, stamping, and scanning

• Confirms registrar seal and compliance completion

With AasaanWill: 45–60 minutes (vs 3–5 hours walk-in).

C. After Registration

An AasaanWill specialist:

• Tracks the Will status until approved

• Collects the Will (if the SRO allows authorized retrieval)

• Provides secure document vault storage (optional)

• Safely delivers the Will to the testator

Additional assistance includes:

• Duplicate challan or receipt support

• Witness verification clarifications

• Registrar-requested compliance updates