The Maharashtra Stamp Duty Act of 1958 governs stamp duty for different instruments in Maharashtra. This Act has been amended to introduce revised stamp duty rates on gift deeds, updated penalty provisions, the option for e-payment of stamp duty , and an increase in stamp duty for specific instrument clauses. Calculate estimated stamp duty for various types of transactions and securities using NSDL's online tool. Note that the calculator is not binding and the exact stamp duty may vary as per the relevant Acts, Rules, etc. Each state in India has its own regulations and rates concerning stamp duty . Below is a detailed tabular representation of state-wise stamp duty rates and available online services. 99acres sheds light on the meaning and importance of stamp duty , the factors that impact it, and how to calculate it using the online stamp duty calculator.