With the introduction of the Real Estate (Regulation & Development) Act, 2016, the central government established the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) to ensure transparency and legality in contracts and protect the home buyers’ and sellers’ interests. According to the RERA Act, all real estate agents and projects must register with the regulatory authority.
The Central government implemented the RERA Act on May 1, 2017, in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. However, note that the Tamil Nadu RERA (TNRERA) monitors real estate projects in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. According to the official website for filing RERA, one project was registered in 2018, and two projects were registered in 2021.
Benefits of RERA registration
While RERA registration is mandatory for all real estate agents, it also looks out for their interests. Some of the benefits are:
- Access to all crucial data
- Accountability
- Standardization
- Reduction in Litigation
- Boost Investments
- Transparency
- Timely delivery of projects and Compensation in Project Delays
- Increased Professionalism
- Grievance redressal within 60 days
Andaman and Nicobar RERA: How to register yourself as a real estate agent?
You can register yourself as an agent directly on the TNRERA website or via rera-filings.com. The entire process for registering as a real estate agent is online.
To register yourself as an agent in Andaman via rera-filing, just head to the official website and click on “Register as an agent.” Then register yourself as a user by providing basic details like name, number and email ID. You will get a user ID on successful registration.
Use this to log in to the main portal and apply for “Register as an agent” for the RERA. The service fee starts at just Rs 4,000. Officially, it takes 30 days to get the certificate, but the application process takes 5-7 days. The fee for individual registration is Rs 10,000 whereas it is Rs 50,000 for a firm.
How to register yourself as a real estate agent with Andaman and Nicobar RERA?
To register yourself as a promoter via rera-filings.com, visit the site and follow the same set of actions, i.e., do an essential user registration and login to the main portal to pay the service fee. The service fee to register your project as a promoter starts at Rs 30,000. The time required to complete the application is 15-20 days, whereas the project approval and verification time are the same, i.e., 30 days. The fee for project registration varies depending on the type of project.
You can also register your project directly on the TNRERA website by following the same set of actions. Do a basic registration, log in to the main portal, fill in the details following form A and form B, pay the registration fee according to the size of your project, and submit your application.
How to register yourself as a promoter with Andaman and Nicobar RERA?
Step 1 – Visit the official TNRERA website.
Step 2 – Hover over to the “Registration” section on the navigation bar and then to “Projects,” and then click on “Registered Projects.”
Step 3 – A new page appears with the list of years. Click on each year to view the registered projects in that year.
How to view rejected projects on Andaman and Nicobar RERA?
Here’s how to access the list of rejected projects under RERA in Andaman & Nicobar online:
- Go to the official TN RERA portal.
- Navigate to the ‘Registration’ tab.
- Select ‘Projects’ from the dropdown menu.
- Choose the ‘Rejected Projects’ option.
- Select the ‘Andaman’ option.
- Review the list of rejected projects.
Documents needed to register projects as an individual with Andaman and Nicobar RERA
The documents slightly differ for other entities. The list includes:
- PAN Card
- Aadhaar Card.
- Bank certificate in proforma according to the TNRERA website
- Proforma allotment letter
- Encumbrance certificate received within 30 days before the application for registration
- Structural stability certificate
- Plan of development works
- Passport size photographs of the chairman, governing body, partner or director
- Audited balance sheet.
- Photographs of the applicant.
- Form B
- Planning permission approval letter
- Planning permit
- Building licence letter
- Approved plan with local body seal
- Patta/PLR (or) document.
Registration fee and charges for Andaman and Nicobar RERA
Here’s a list of charges for registration of different types of projects:
| Group-Housing projects | Fee in Rs per square metre |
| For land area less than 1,000 sqm | 5 |
| For land area greater than 1000 sqm | 10 |
| Mixed-development projects | |
| For land area less than 1,000 sqm | 10 |
| For land area greater than 1000 sqm | 15 |
| Commercial Projects | |
| For land area less than 1,000 sqm | 20 |
| For land area greater than 1,000 sqm | 25 |
| Plotted-Development Project | 5 |
For real estate agents registration:
| Individual | 10,000 |
| Other Entities | 50,000 |
How to register a complaint with Andaman and Nicobar RERA?
If you want to register your complaint to the authority, follow these steps:
Step 1: Download Form M. from the “Downloads” section.
Step 2: Fill out the form, and submit an online fee of Rs 1,000.
Step 3: Attach all supporting documents and make at least three copies of the entire document.
Step 4: Post the document to the registered authority or submit it yourself by visiting your nearby office. (The post must reach the office within ten days of filing the complaint.)
Step 5: The complainant must pay an additional sum of Rs 600 to the authority as postal charges.
Bank details for the fee submission for Andaman and Nicobar RERA
The bank details are:
Indian Bank, CMDA Branch
Current Account No: 65430 57988
Name: Tamil Nadu Real Estate Regulatory Authority (TNRERA)
IFSC Code: IDIB000I010
Appellate tribunal for Andaman and Nicobar RERA
Each RERA (Real Estate Regulatory Authority) has a statutory framework established under the State RERA Act known as the Appellate Tribunal. The main purpose of this body is to hear appeals against orders made by the authorities and the adjudicating authority.
If a person registered under Andaman and Nicobar RERA wishes to appeal, they can do so with the TNRERA (Tamil Nadu RERA) Appellate Tribunal.
Under the TNRERA Act, anyone who is dissatisfied with a decision, direction, or order made by the adjudicating officer or authority can appeal before the Appellate Tribunal that has jurisdiction over the issue.
All appeals under sub-section (1) of Section 44 of the Act must be accompanied by a fee of ₹ 1,000 and filed in Form ‘L’. Additionally, the following documents must be submitted:
- A notarized true copy of the order being appealed.
- An index of the documents.
- Copies of documents relied upon by the appellant and referred to in the appeal.
Andaman and Nicobar RERA office address
Here is the address for the RERA office of Andaman and Nicobar.
Tamil Nadu Real Estate Regulatory Authority (TNRERA),
No. 1A, 1st Floor,
Gandhi Irwin Bridge Road, Egmore,
Chennai – 600008.
Housing.com POV
The implementation of RERA in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands may appear symbolic to some, given the relatively low volume of real estate activity in the region. However, its importance cannot be overstated. Even in emerging or less-developed markets like these islands, a robust regulatory framework is essential to build investor confidence, promote ethical practices, and set a precedent for future growth. The extension of Tamil Nadu RERA’s jurisdiction here is a pragmatic move, ensuring the region is not left out of the nationwide effort to bring accountability and transparency to real estate dealings.
What’s most telling is the gradual uptick in registrations — while the numbers are small, they indicate growing awareness and compliance. As infrastructure and tourism-led development pick up pace in Andaman and Nicobar, early enforcement of RERA norms lays the groundwork for sustainable, buyer-friendly growth. From grievance redressal to structured project oversight, RERA gives both homebuyers and promoters the clarity and trust needed in an otherwise unregulated terrain.
In the long run, such regulatory initiatives—even in far-flung regions—send a strong message: that no part of India’s real estate market is too remote to be governed by the rule of law.
FAQs
Is the RERA applicable in Andaman?
Yes, the RERA regulation has been applicable in Andaman and Nicobar Islands since May 2017.
Does Andaman RERA fall under Tamil Nadu RERA?
Yes, the TNRERA holds jurisdiction and oversees all the real estate projects in Andaman and Nicobar.
Who should register themselves under the RERA Andaman?
The Andaman RERA states that every ongoing project, promoter, and real estate agent must register themselves under the RERA authority to take up a construction project with a proposed land area of over 500 sq meters or a building with more than eight apartments.
Do real estate agents fall under the ambit of the regulatory authority?
Yes, real estate agents are covered under the Act. According to Section 2 (zm), all agencies facilitating the sale and purchase of real estate properties must be registered with the regulatory authority. Additionally, online portals involved in property transactions are also included under the Act.
Is it mandatory to get the promoters' accounts audited?
Yes, it is mandatory for the promoter to have their accounts audited within six months after the completion of every financial year, as per the third provision of Section 4(2)(1)(D). A chartered accountant must provide a certified statement of the promoter's accounts, verifying that the amounts collected for the project have been used solely for its development.
When can a promoter start advertising the sale of his project?
A promoter can commence advertising his/her project for sale only after the relevant real estate projects have been registered with the Regulatory Authority, as per Section 3 (1).