The Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority K-RERA established under the Real Estate Regulation and Development Act 2016 ensures transparency accountability and consumer protection in the real estate sector. In 2025 K-RERA has introduced new regulations aimed at improving project transparency safeguarding homebuyers rights and holding developers accountable.

This article provides a detailed overview of Karnataka RERA regulations in 2025 including mandatory project registration project disclosures, homebuyer protections and grievance redressal mechanisms.

K-RERA mandates that all real estate projects exceeding 500 square meters or having more than eight apartments must register before advertising selling or collecting advances from buyers. This regulation ensures that only approved and legally compliant projects enter the market.

Registration Requirements for Developers in 2025

• Developers must upload approved building plans financial details land titles and project timelines on the K-RERA portal
• Any modification in project plans requires prior approval from K-RERA
• Developers who fail to register their projects face penalties and project suspension

Impact on Homebuyers

• Ensures greater transparency allowing buyers to check project details before investing
• Reduces the risk of fraudulent projects by ensuring legal compliance
• Buyers can track project progress and completion timelines

Project Information Disclosure Requirements

Developers must disclose all necessary project details on the K-RERA website including

• Approved building plans and commencement certificate
• Total number of units and project status updates
• Details of financial utilization and construction milestones

Failure to update project details can result in penalties and restrictions on further sales.

To prevent fund mismanagement K-RERA mandates that developers must deposit 70 percent of the total funds collected from buyers into a dedicated escrow account. These funds can only be used for project-related expenses.

Benefits of the Escrow Account Rule

• Ensures that buyer investments are used for project completion
• Prevents developers from diverting funds to other projects
• Reduces delays in construction due to financial mismanagement

K-RERA strictly enforces timely project completion. If a developer fails to hand over possession within the agreed timeframe homebuyers are entitled to compensation which includes interest on the invested amount.

Key Provisions

• Developers must specify a clear deadline for project completion at the time of registration
• In case of delay buyers can file complaints and seek compensation through K-RERA
• Developers who repeatedly fail to meet deadlines may face blacklisting

Five-Year Defect Liability Period

Under K-RERA regulations developers are responsible for fixing any structural defects or quality issues in the property for up to five years after possession.

Coverage Under Defect Liability

• Structural damages like cracks in walls or ceilings
• Plumbing and electrical issues
• Poor quality construction materials

Buyers can report defects through the K-RERA portal and the developer must rectify them within 30 days.

To prevent disputes K-RERA mandates that all real estate transactions must follow a standardized sale agreement.

Key Clauses in the Sale Agreement

• Payment schedule and penalties for late payments
• Clear specifications of carpet area and amenities
• Compensation terms for project delays
• Parking space allocation and maintenance charges

K-RERA provides a structured mechanism for homebuyers to file complaints against developers real estate agents or projects. Complaints can be submitted online through the K-RERA portal and are typically resolved within 120 days.

Steps to File a Complaint

• Visit the official K-RERA website and log in to the complaint section
• Provide project details developer name and issue details
• Upload supporting documents such as agreement copies or payment receipts
• Submit the complaint and track the resolution process

• Homebuyers associations are now allowed to take over stalled projects and complete them under K-RERA supervision
• Developers must hand over common areas and amenities to residents associations within a stipulated time after project completion
• K-RERA has introduced a developer rating system based on project completion history and customer feedback

Karnataka RERA 2025 continues to strengthen the real estate sector by ensuring transparency compliance and accountability. With stricter project registration rules escrow account mandates timely project completion regulations and standardized sale agreements homebuyers are now more protected than ever. Developers are also required to follow financial discipline and maintain high construction standards to avoid penalties.

For those looking to buy property in Karnataka checking a projects RERA registration and compliance status is crucial. Always verify project details on the official K-RERA website before making any real estate investment.