What is Tenant verification form?

Tenant Verification form is a form in which the landlord provides information regarding him and his tenant to conduct a background check to ascertain if it is safe to let out the property to the tenant. On submission of the form, the investigating authorities conduct background checks and testify if the tenant have any past criminal record or not.

Why is Verification of Tenants necessary?

In the current times, it is not as difficult to select a Tenant for your Property as it used to be during the older times. This is especially valid in Tier 1 Cities where the gap between Supply and Demand, especially for 2 BHK Properties is rapidly decreasing. At the same time, it has become important for the Landlords to conduct thorough Tenant Screening and Tenant Background check process. It is of paramount importance to check the background of the Tenants in order to ensure safety and avoid any unwanted troubles that may arise in the near future. Law makes it mandatory for conducting Tenant Verification without fail. Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) which pertains to disobedience of order duly promulgated by public servant, an offender may be "punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month" or with a fine which may "extend to Rs 200".

What are the benefits of opting for Tenant Verification & Police Registration Services Online on Housing.com?

Opting for the Tenant Verification process on Housing.com ensures that you conduct detailed background check and screening of your Tenants without breaking a sweat and requiring to step out of your premises. The process is completely online. There are several packages that are offered depending on range of services you opt for. One can simply select any service, make the nominal payment to ensure peace of mind and safety. These services are available in all major cities of India like Delhi, Pune, Mumbai, Gurgaon, Noida, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Ahmedabad among others. Police Registration process by traditional channels can be conducted by visiting your nearest police station, filling in the police registration form and submitting the same. But all this hassle can be simply avoided by opting for Police Registration Services on Housing.

Are there any Governmental Mobile Apps for conducting the Tenant Verification?

Yes, Uttar Pradesh had launched an UP Police Citizen Service in 2016, an app for verification of tenants and domestic helps. Uttarakhand Police and Nashik Police had launched similar such Tenant Verification Apps.