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Indemnity bond format

A written promise to make good any loss that another person or office may suffer because of something you did or asked them to do, for example issuing a duplicate document.

What it is for

Use it when an office, bank or company asks for an indemnity bond, for example before issuing a duplicate RC, share certificate, marksheet or fixed deposit receipt, or releasing money or papers to you.

Who signs

The person giving the bond signs. Two witnesses sign. It is usually notarised.

Licences that need this format

Attach these

  • Your ID and address proof
  • Details or copy of the document or matter the bond is about
  • Two witnesses with ID proof

Stamp duty and registration

An indemnity bond is usually printed on stamp paper of the value your state requires and signed in front of a notary public. It does not have to be registered. Check the stamp value with the office that asks for it or with your state's registration department.

Stamp duty depends on your state and on the document. We do not show an amount here, because it changes and differs by state. Check it on the official portal of your state's registration department. Portals we found on government sites (checked 21 Oct 2026):

For any other state, check stamp duty with your state's registration department.

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Where will you sign this?
The state and city change the laws and offices named in your document and in How to execute.
Person giving the bond (indemnifier)
Witnesses (2 or more)
Printing

Ready-to-use template based on current law. For property sale, partnership or high-value agreements, get it checked by an advocate before signing.

Last reviewed: 30 Oct 2026

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INDEMNITY BOND

This Indemnity Bond is made at ________ on this ________ by ________ (the "Indemnifier") in favour of ________ (the "Indemnified").

WHEREAS the Indemnifier has asked the Indemnified for the following: ________.

AND WHEREAS the Indemnified has agreed to do this only if the Indemnifier gives this bond.

NOW THEREFORE the Indemnifier states and promises as follows:

1. The Indemnifier confirms that the facts given to the Indemnified in this matter are true and complete.

2. The Indemnifier will pay to the Indemnified, on demand, the full amount of any loss, damage, cost or expense that the Indemnified may suffer because of what the Indemnifier has asked for, or because any statement of the Indemnifier is found to be false, up to a total of ________.

3. If any other person makes a claim against the Indemnified in this matter, the Indemnifier will meet the claim, and will pay the legal costs of the Indemnified in defending it.

4. This bond is given willingly, in sound mind and without any pressure.

5. This bond binds the Indemnifier and the Indemnifier's heirs and legal representatives.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Indemnifier has signed this Indemnity Bond on the date written above.

Indemnifier
Signature: ______________________
Name: ________

Witnesses:

How to execute this document

  • Stamp paper: The value depends on your state and on the document. See the stamp duty calculators for official rates. Stamp duty calculators
  • Notarisation: Often done for the record, but it does not replace registration where the law requires registration.
  • Registration: Not needed.
  • Who signs: The person giving the bond signs. Two witnesses sign. It is usually notarised.
  • Witnesses: 2 adults who see you sign. Each writes name, address and signature.
  • ID and photos: Carry original ID and a recent photo of every person who signs. Never write an Aadhaar number on the document.
  • Where to submit: Keep it with the parties. Take it to the Sub-Registrar office if it must be registered.

Common mistakes

  • Signing before the stamp paper is bought or before the registration slot.
  • Names or spellings that do not match the ID.
  • Leaving any blank line or a missing witness address.
  • Not registering a document that the law says must be registered.

Common questions

What is an indemnity bond?
It is a written promise to make good a loss. An office or bank asks for it when it takes a risk to help you, for example when it issues a duplicate of a lost document.
Does an indemnity bond need stamp paper?
Usually yes. The value depends on your state. It is signed in front of a notary public. Ask the office that wants it about the stamp paper value.
Is there a limit on the amount?
You can write a highest amount in the bond. Offices often ask for a figure equal to the value involved. Take advice before you promise a large amount.

Aksar pooche jaane wale sawaal

Yahi jaankari, Hinglish mein.

Indemnity bond kya hota hai?
Yeh ek likhit vaada hai ki kisi nuksaan ki bharpaai aap karenge. Office ya bank jab aapke kehne par koi risk leta hai, jaise kho gaye document ka duplicate dena, tab isse maangta hai.
Kya indemnity bond stamp paper par banta hai?
Aam taur par haan. Value state par depend karti hai aur notary ke saamne sign hota hai. Jis office ko chahiye usse stamp paper ki value puchh lein.