๐ THE NOTARIES RULES, 1956
1. Short title and commencement
(1) These rules may be called the Notaries Rules, 1956.
(2) They shall come into force on such date as the Central Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, appoint.
2. Definitions
In these rules, unless the context otherwise requires:
(a) “Act” means the Notaries Act, 1952 (53 of 1952);
(b) “Form” means a form set out in the Schedule annexed to these rules;
(c) “Section” means a section of the Act.
3. Qualifications for appointment as a notary
A person who has been:
(a) A legal practitioner for at least ten years, or
(b) A member of the Indian Legal Service under the Central Government, or
(c) Held an office under the Central Government or a State Government requiring special knowledge of law after enrolment as an advocate or after obtaining a law degree for at least ten years,
shall be eligible for appointment as a notary.
Note: In case of a woman or a person belonging to the Scheduled Castes or Scheduled Tribes, the period of practice or service shall be seven years.
4. Application for appointment
An application for appointment as a notary shall be made to the appropriate Government in Form I and shall be accompanied by payment of the prescribed fee.
5. Inquiry into the application
The appropriate Government shall examine the application, and if satisfied about the applicant’s qualifications and suitability, may hold an inquiry if deemed necessary.
6. Publication of applicant’s name
The appropriate Government may direct publication of the applicant’s name in the Official Gazette for inviting objections.
7. Appointment and issue of certificate
(1) After considering objections, the Government may appoint the applicant as a notary.
(2) A certificate in Form II shall be issued, authorizing the person to practice as a notary.
8. Extension or renewal of certificate
A notary may apply for renewal at least six months before expiry. The Government may extend or renew the certificate if satisfied.
9. Fees for appointment or renewal
The fee for appointment or renewal shall be ₹1,000 (or as prescribed by the State Government).
10. Seal of notary
A notary shall have an official seal of a prescribed design, and the seal shall be affixed on all notarial acts.
11. Register of notarial acts
Every notary shall maintain a register, showing:
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Serial number,
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Date,
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Type of act,
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Name of parties,
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Fees charged,
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Signature of the person concerned.
12. Fees for notarial acts
The notary shall charge the prescribed fees:
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Attestation: ₹15 per document
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Certifying copies: ₹5 per page
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Preparing affidavits, declarations, etc.: ₹75–₹150
(Or as per the state notification)
13. Annual returns
A notary shall submit annual returns of the notarial acts done during the year to the appropriate Government.
14. Complaints against notaries
Complaints regarding misconduct may be filed. The Government may hold an inquiry, and if misconduct is proved, take disciplinary action.
15. Removal or suspension of notary
If a notary is removed or suspended, they shall surrender their seal and certificate within the prescribed time.
16. Publication of list of notaries
The Government shall publish annually in the Official Gazette a list of all practicing notaries.
๐ FORMS (SCHEDULE)
✅ Form I → Application for appointment as notary
✅ Form II → Certificate of practice
✅ Form III → Extension/Renewal application
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