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.