Property buyers in Maharashtra will soon have access to 60 new model property sub-registrar offices which promises quicker property registration time. The Maharashtra government said these new model property sub-registrar offices will be operated by government offices but a private party, VFS Global, will manage them. It’s important to note that using these new model offices is completely optional and the old sub-registrar office will continue to operate simultaneously.
In a press release dated May 5, 2026, VFS global said they have joined hands with WE Excel Software Pvt. Ltd. Together they secured a five-year contract from the Inspector General of Registration (IGR) and Controller of Stamps under the Government of Maharashtra, to launch 60 state-of-the-art Model Sub-Registrar Offices (SROs) across the state in a phased manner to streamline and digitally transform property registration into a fast, transparent, and citizen-centric system.
How it helps property buyers
The press release said that VFS Global and WE Excel Software will carry out the end-to-end setup of Model Sub-Registrar Offices across Maharashtra, deploying cutting-edge digital infrastructure and trained service delivery teams to modernise property registration services.
Here’s how it helps:
- The state‑of‑the‑art centres will be designed to deliver faster turnaround times and quick, efficient service, supported by spacious, modern, and fully air‑conditioned facilities.
- Each centre will feature comfortable waiting lounges with Wi‑Fi connectivity, robust digital systems to enable seamless processing, and trained service delivery executives to assist citizens.
- Additional amenities like refreshments and water dispensers will further enhance convenience, reflecting a strong citizen‑centric approach to public service delivery.
Ravindra Binwade, Inspector General of Registration (IGR), Government of Maharashtra, said in the press release that the Model Office Concept is a strategic initiative designed to address the persistent bottlenecks in the current property registration system.
Binwade said: “For years, citizens have grappled with long queues, overcrowded Sub-Registrar Offices (SROs), and a lack of premium ambience. To tackle these challenges, department is trying a solution i.e. “Model Sub-Registrar Office”, the department is establishing 60 dedicated Model Sub-Registrar Offices.”
According to Binwade, these facilities will remain under strict government control and be staffed by departmental officials to ensure regulatory integrity, while specifically aiming to reduce the crowded atmosphere found in traditional offices.
Binwade says that to elevate the user experience, these model offices will feature enhanced service facilities and upgraded infrastructure, managed in partnership with a specialized agency. This hybrid approach combines government oversight with modern operational efficiency to ensure smooth, high-quality transactions.
Binwade says: “Importantly, these offices are entirely optional; citizens retain the flexibility to choose between the state-of-the-art environment of a model office or the standard services of a regular SRO, allowing for a more personalized and streamlined registration process. These offices will be governed strictly by the department only.”
Jiten Vyas, Chief Commercial Officer and Head - Business Development, VFS Global, said, “ Beyond modernising property registration, the project will also contribute meaningfully to the local economy through the creation of employment opportunities and the development of skilled service delivery teams across the state.”
Please note that these new centres would be an optional service and government offices will continue to operate.
