Paid Booking for a Flat? Haryana RERA Says This Alone May Not Make You an Allottee

Gurugram, August 26, 2026: Haryana RERA has ruled that paying a booking amount and receiving a provisional allotment letter does not by itself establish allottee status if the agreement for sale has not been concluded and registered.

The ruling came in a complaint against Eldeco Infrastructure and Properties and HSIIDC involving a unit in the Eldeco Fairway Reserve project in Sector 80, Manesar. The complainant had paid 10% of the sale consideration and received a provisional allotment for a unit, but did not sign and register the agreement for sale despite reminders.

What RERA Ruled

Haryana RERA said the transaction remained at the stage of provisional allotment and therefore the complainant did not qualify as an allottee under the RERA Act. Eldeco later withdrew the provisional offer and offered a full refund without deductions.

The authority also rejected the other allegations raised by the complainant, including concerns over area calculation, payment schedules and the project’s high-tension power line.

 

Why This Matters for Homebuyers

The ruling highlights an important point for buyers: a booking receipt or provisional allotment is not the same as a legally concluded sale agreement. Buyers should carefully complete the agreement-for-sale process and verify all property details before making substantial payments.

Grihik Takeaway: If you are booking a property, don't stop at receiving an allotment letter. Check whether the agreement for sale is properly executed and registered, and ensure the carpet area, price, payment schedule and other key terms match the approved documents.