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Rent Receipt Generator

Generate rent receipts for HRA exemption

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What is a Rent Receipt Generator?

A Rent Receipt Generator is a free online tool that instantly creates professional template rent payment receipts. Whether you're a tenant or a landlord providing documentation, our tool makes it effortless to generate professional rent receipts in seconds.

Simply enter your monthly rent amount and number of months needed. Our system automatically generates properly formatted rent receipts complete with receipt numbers, dates, landlord details, tenant information, property address, and landlord's PAN following standard format requirements.

No registration, 100% free, and works instantly. Generate up to 12 months of rent receipts at once and download them as print-ready PDF for easy documentation.

⚠️ Important Legal Notice

This tool is provided ONLY for legitimate purposes such as:

  • Educational demonstrations and software testing
  • Record reconstruction for lost legitimate documents (with proper authorization)
  • Template creation for legitimate business documentation

STRICTLY PROHIBITED USES:

Using generated documents for tax fraud, insurance fraud, expense reimbursement fraud, or any other illegal purposes is a CRIMINAL OFFENSE that can result in prosecution, fines, imprisonment, and civil liability. We do not endorse, support, or condone any fraudulent use of this tool. Users are solely responsible for ensuring their use complies with all applicable laws and regulations.

Key Features of Rent Receipt Generator

Just 2 Fields Required

Enter only monthly rent and number of months. Everything else is optional. Generate receipts in 10 seconds or customize with advanced options.

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HRA Compliant Format

Receipts follow standard format accepted by employers and tax authorities with all mandatory fields including landlord PAN for claims above ₹1L.

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Automatic Date Management

Receipts automatically dated for consecutive months with proper period start/end dates. Override first receipt date if needed.

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PAN Card Integration

Add landlord's PAN (required for annual rent above ₹1 lakh), tenant PAN, and optional GSTIN/TIN for complete tax compliance.

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Full Customization

Optional fields for tenant/landlord names, property address, city, lease dates, payment mode - or leave empty for auto-generation.

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Print-Ready PDF

Download clean, professional PDFs perfect for submission to HR, accountants, or attaching to IT returns. No watermarks or ads.

Why Choose Our Rent Receipt Generator?

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100% Free Forever

Generate unlimited rent receipts without any charges, subscriptions, or premium features. Completely free for personal and business use.

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Tax Department Approved Format

Receipts meet Income Tax Department requirements for HRA exemption under Section 10(13A). Accepted by employers and CAs nationwide.

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No Registration Required

Start generating immediately without creating an account. Your privacy is protected - we don't collect or store personal data.

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Bulk Generation

Generate up to 12 months of receipts at once. Perfect for full financial year documentation with just one click.

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Professional Appearance

Clean, formal design that looks professional for employer submission. Includes all standard elements like receipt number, signatures, dates.

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Mobile Friendly

Works perfectly on smartphones, tablets, and desktops. Generate and download receipts anywhere, anytime.

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Instant Generation

Generate all receipts in seconds. No waiting, no delays. Click generate and download immediately as PDF.

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Smart Defaults

Auto-generated realistic Indian names, addresses, PAN numbers if you don't provide them. Save time while maintaining authenticity.

How to Generate Rent Receipts - Step by Step

  1. 1

    Enter Monthly Rent Amount

    Input your monthly rent in rupees (minimum ₹5,000). This appears on each receipt. The same amount is used for all months.

  2. 2

    Specify Number of Months

    Enter how many months of receipts you need (1-12). Receipts will be generated for consecutive months counting backward from current month.

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    Add Advanced Details (Optional)

    Click "Advanced Options" to customize: Tenant name and PAN, Landlord name and PAN (mandatory if annual rent exceeds ₹1 lakh), Property address and city, Lease start/end dates, Payment mode, Receipt date override.

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    Generate Receipts

    Click "Generate Rent Receipts" button. The system instantly creates properly formatted receipts with sequential dates and unique receipt numbers.

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    Review and Download

    Preview all receipts on screen. Click "Print / Download PDF" and select "Save as PDF" to download clean PDFs ready for submission.

Understanding HRA Tax Benefits

What is HRA Exemption?

House Rent Allowance (HRA) is a component of salary exempt from income tax under Section 10(13A) of Income Tax Act. If you live in rented accommodation, you can claim tax exemption on HRA received from your employer by submitting rent receipts.

HRA Exemption Calculation

The exempt amount is the minimum of: (1) Actual HRA received, (2) 50% of salary for metro cities or 40% for non-metro, (3) Actual rent paid minus 10% of salary. You can save significant tax by claiming this exemption.

When is Landlord's PAN Required?

If your annual rent exceeds ₹1,00,000 (₹8,334 per month), you must provide your landlord's PAN number to claim HRA exemption. Without PAN, the exemption may be disallowed by tax authorities.

Documents Required for HRA Claim

Submit monthly rent receipts to your employer, rental agreement copy (if requested), landlord's PAN card copy (for rent above ₹1L annually), and Form 12BB or salary declaration form with HRA details.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this rent receipt generator free?

Yes, completely free with no limitations, charges, or subscriptions. Generate unlimited rent receipts without any cost.

Are these receipts valid for HRA tax exemption claims?

Yes, our receipts follow the standard format accepted by Income Tax Department, employers, and CAs for HRA claims under Section 10(13A). They include all mandatory fields like receipt number, dates, amounts, landlord signature, and PAN (when applicable).

Do I need landlord's PAN for all rent receipts?

Landlord's PAN is mandatory only if your annual rent exceeds ₹1,00,000 (approximately ₹8,334 per month). For rent below this threshold, PAN is not required for HRA exemption, though you can still include it.

How many months of receipts can I generate?

You can generate between 1 and 12 months of rent receipts in a single batch. Receipts are automatically dated for consecutive months counting backward from the current month, with proper period start and end dates.

Can I customize the tenant and landlord names?

Yes! Use Advanced Options to enter specific tenant name, landlord name, property address, and other details. Leave fields empty to use automatically generated realistic Indian names and addresses.

What payment modes are shown on receipts?

Receipts show either Bank Transfer or Cash as payment mode by default (randomly assigned). You can override this in Advanced Options to specify Bank Transfer, Cash, Cheque, or UPI for all receipts.

How do I download receipts as PDF?

After generating receipts, click "Print / Download PDF" button. In your browser's print dialog, select "Save as PDF" as the destination. The PDF will contain only the clean receipts, ready to submit or print.

Can I specify custom dates for receipts?

Yes, use the "Receipt Date Override" field in Advanced Options to set a specific date for the first receipt. Other receipts will be automatically dated for previous consecutive months.

Will my employer accept these rent receipts?

Yes, our receipts follow standard format accepted across India. They include all required information: receipt number, date, tenant/landlord details, property address, rent amount, payment mode, landlord's signature, and PAN where applicable.

Can landlords use this to provide receipts to tenants?

Absolutely! Landlords can use this tool to quickly generate professional rent receipts for their tenants. Just enter the tenant's name, property address, and your PAN details to create compliant receipts.

Common Use Cases for Rent Receipts

HRA Tax Exemption

Primary use for claiming House Rent Allowance exemption from income tax. Submit to employer for monthly HRA claims or during ITR filing.

Landlord Documentation

Landlords can generate professional receipts for tenants, maintaining proper records for rental income declaration and GST compliance if applicable.

Company Reimbursements

For employees on company-provided accommodation or transfer allowances requiring rent receipts for expense reimbursement.

Record Keeping

Maintain organized digital records of rent payments for personal finance tracking, loan applications, or tenancy documentation.

Missing Receipt Recovery

Recreate lost or misplaced rent receipts for past months when preparing tax documents or during employer audits.

ITR Filing Support

Generate receipts when filing Income Tax Returns if you're self-employed or your employer doesn't process HRA claims.

Complete Guide to Rent Receipts and HRA Claims

What is a Rent Receipt?

A rent receipt is a formal document issued by a landlord to a tenant acknowledging payment of rent for a specific period. It serves as proof of payment and is essential for claiming House Rent Allowance (HRA) exemption from income tax. A valid rent receipt includes date, receipt number, tenant name, landlord name and signature, property address, monthly rent amount, payment period, payment mode, and landlord's PAN (if annual rent exceeds ₹1 lakh).

HRA Exemption Rules

Under Section 10(13A) of Income Tax Act, salaried employees living in rented accommodation can claim tax exemption on HRA received from employer. The exemption is calculated as the minimum of: actual HRA received from employer, 50% of basic salary for metro cities (Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai) or 40% for non-metro cities, actual rent paid minus 10% of basic salary. For example, if your basic salary is ₹50,000, HRA received is ₹20,000, and rent paid is ₹15,000, the exempt amount would be the minimum of ₹20,000, ₹25,000 (50% of ₹50,000), and ₹10,000 (₹15,000 - ₹5,000), which is ₹10,000.

Landlord PAN Requirement

If your annual rent payment exceeds ₹1,00,000 (monthly rent above ₹8,333), you must provide your landlord's PAN card number to claim HRA exemption. This requirement was introduced to prevent misuse and ensure landlords declare rental income. If landlord doesn't have PAN, they must provide a declaration stating the same, along with their name, address, and reason for not having PAN.

Format of Valid Rent Receipt

A standard rent receipt should be on a plain paper or landlord's letterhead and include: "Rent Receipt" or "Receipt for Rent Payment" as heading, unique receipt number for tracking, date of receipt issuance, received from (tenant's name and address), amount received in figures and words, for the period (month and year), property address, mode of payment (cash/cheque/bank transfer/UPI), landlord's signature and full name, landlord's PAN number (if applicable), optional revenue stamp for amounts above certain threshold.

How to Submit Rent Receipts to Employer

Most employers require monthly or quarterly submission of rent receipts. Submit original receipts or PDF copies via email to HR/Accounts department. Include Form 12BB (if required by employer) declaring your HRA details and rent paid. Attach landlord's PAN photocopy for annual rent exceeding ₹1 lakh. Submit rental agreement copy if requested. Employers may verify receipts randomly, so ensure accuracy and consistency in details across all months.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Avoid these common errors: missing or incorrect landlord PAN when required, inconsistent landlord signatures across receipts, gaps in monthly receipt sequence, receipts dated before rent period, rent amount not matching rental agreement, missing property address or incorrect address, same receipt number for multiple months, using WhatsApp/email screenshots instead of proper receipts. Always ensure receipts are properly signed, dated sequentially, and contain all mandatory details.

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