Diploma in Real Estate Laws and Practice

Post Graduate Diploma Courses

Eligibility – Any Degree

Duration – 6 months

2 classes of 2hours duration per week

Fees – Rs 15000/-  for Study Materials and One Final Test (Students who score 40% – Pass class, 50% – Second class,60% – First class, 75% – Distinction)

For online coaching classes – Separate fees of Rs 15000/-

Diploma Certificate is awarded at the end of the course. Mentioning the class obtained(Diploma not recognized by government – Useful only for Private Institutions).

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Diploma in Real Estate Laws and Practice

Syllabus

Module 1: Introduction to Real Estate Laws and Industry

  • Meaning and Scope of Real Estate Law
  • Importance of Legal Compliance in Real Estate Transactions
  • Role of Real Estate in Economic Development
  • Overview of the Indian Real Estate Industry and Emerging Trends
  • Key Stakeholders: Buyers, Developers, Banks, and Regulatory Authorities

Module 2: Legal Framework Governing Real Estate in India

  • The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA)
  • Applicability and Objectives
  • Rights and Duties of Promoters, Allottees, and Agents
  • Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) – Powers and Functions
  • Real Estate Appellate Tribunal – Dispute Resolution Mechanism
  • Case Laws under RERA
  • The Transfer of Property Act, 1882
  • Meaning and Types of Property Transfers
  • Sale, Mortgage, Lease, Exchange, and Gift
  • Rights and Liabilities of Buyers and Sellers
  • The Indian Contract Act, 1872 – Importance in Real Estate Agreements
  • The Specific Relief Act, 1963 – Legal Remedies in Real Estate Disputes

Module 3: Land Acquisition, Registration, and Stamp Duty

  • The Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013
  • Land Acquisition Procedure
  • Compensation and Rehabilitation Provisions
  • The Registration Act, 1908
  • Compulsory and Optional Registration of Property Documents
  • Legal Consequences of Non-Registration
  • Online Property Registration Process
  • The Indian Stamp Act, 1899
  • Stamp Duty on Real Estate Transactions
  • E-Stamping and Digital Documentation

Module 4: Real Estate Contracts and Agreements

  • Agreement to Sell and Sale Deed – Key Differences
  • Drafting of Real Estate Agreements
  • Lease and Rental Agreements
  • Builder-Buyer Agreements
  • Joint Development Agreements (JDA)
  • Power of Attorney in Real Estate Transactions
  • Legal Issues in Breach of Real Estate Contracts
  • Case Studies on Real Estate Disputes

Module 5: Land Laws and Property Titles

  • Understanding Revenue Records and Property Titles
  • Due Diligence in Property Transactions
  • Legal Issues in Encumbrances, Title Defects, and Benami Transactions
  • Mutation of Property and Legal Consequences
  • State-Specific Land Laws and Restrictions on Landholding

Module 6: Housing and Urban Development Laws

  • The Slum Areas (Improvement and Clearance) Act, 1956
  • The Urban Land (Ceiling and Regulation) Act, 1976 (Repealed) and Its Impact
  • Municipal Laws and Building Regulations
  • Zoning and Land Use Regulations – Environmental Impact
  • Affordable Housing Schemes and Government Initiatives

Module 7: Real Estate Finance and Taxation

  • Legal Aspects of Home Loans and Mortgages
  • The SARFAESI Act, 2002 – Bank’s Rights in Defaulted Loans
  • Goods and Services Tax (GST) on Real Estate
  • Income Tax Implications in Property Transactions
  • Capital Gains Tax on Sale of Property

Module 8: Real Estate Dispute Resolution and Litigation

  • Consumer Protection in Real Estate Transactions
  • Real Estate Dispute Resolution through RERA, Consumer Courts, and Civil Courts
  • Arbitration and Mediation in Real Estate Disputes
  • Landmark Real Estate Cases in India

Module 9: Emerging Trends in Real Estate Law and Technology

  • Digitalization of Land Records and Blockchain in Real Estate
  • Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and Their Legal Framework
  • Smart Cities and Sustainable Development Laws
  • Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Real Estate Transactions

Module 10: Practical Training and Drafting

  • Hands-on Training in Drafting Real Estate Agreements
  • Title Search and Due Diligence Exercises
  • Mock Court Sessions on Real Estate Disputes
  • Filing Complaints and Cases Before RERA and Consumer Forums

This syllabus provides a comprehensive understanding of real estate laws and practice, combining theory with practical training.

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