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Karnataka RERA Study Syllabus — What Agents Need to Know

Karnataka RERA does not require an agent to pass an exam. Its published agent registration checklist asks for identity proof, PAN, a photograph, a notarised affidavit and the fee; there is no exam certificate among them. Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh have exam or training requirements, which is where most of the confusion comes from. This page sets out the RERA law a Karnataka agent is expected to know and the topics worth prioritising.

No exam figures to look for: Pages that quote a question count, time limit or pass mark for a Karnataka agent exam are usually repeating Maharashtra's format, which is set by a different authority and does not apply here. Karnataka has no agent exam. Check current rules on the official portal at rera.karnataka.gov.in.

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Syllabus — Topic-wise Breakdown

Topic Questions per RERAExam mock Share of our mock Key Areas
RERA Act 2016 14 28% Definitions, registration, obligations, penalties
Karnataka RERA Rules 10 20% Karnataka-specific rules, portal, circulars
Agent Registration 8 16% Registration process, renewal, agent duties
Promoter Obligations 6 12% 70% rule, disclosures, defect liability
Allottee Rights 6 12% Information rights, possession, delay remedies
Due Diligence 4 8% Title verification, approvals, RERA checks
Sales & Documentation 2 4% Agreement for sale, stamp duty, registration

What Kind of Questions We Practise

Our questions do not test pure memory — they test application of the law to real-world situations. A typical question gives you a scenario involving an agent, a buyer, or a promoter, and asks what the correct action or entitlement is under the RERA Act or Karnataka RERA rules.

For example, instead of asking "What is Section 18?", a practice question might say: "A buyer's possession has been delayed by 8 months. Which of the following is the buyer entitled to claim?" — and you must apply Section 18 to the scenario.

This is why reading the Act alone is not sufficient. You need to practise applying sections to situations under time pressure.

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Practise against a clock
Our practice mock runs 50 questions in 40 minutes. Timed practice builds the habit that matters most: recalling a section quickly, and moving on when a question is eating your time.
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Know the key numbers cold
70% designated account, 10% advance cap, 5-year defect liability, ₹10,000/day agent penalty, 60-day appeal window, 30-day deemed registration — these numbers appear repeatedly. Learn them without thinking.
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Focus on Sections 3, 4, 9, 13, 14, 18 and 79
These 7 sections carry most of the questions in our mocks. Know what each section says and, more importantly, what it means for a property professional in practice.

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The 7 Key Sections Every Karnataka Agent Should Know

These 7 sections come up most often in property practice. Know what each one does and what it means for a real estate consultant on the ground.

Section 3
Mandatory Registration of Real Estate Projects
A project must register with RERA unless the land to be developed does not exceed 500 sq.m. or the apartments do not exceed 8, counting all phases (Section 3(2)(a)). Meeting either limit is enough: 9 apartments on a 400 sq.m. plot is exempt, and so is 6 apartments on a 600 sq.m. plot. A project above both limits, such as 12 apartments on 900 sq.m., must register. The Act lets a state government lower these limits. An agent cannot facilitate any transaction in an unregistered project that should have been registered. Penalty for non-registration: up to 10% of estimated project cost.
Section 4
Registration Application and 70% Designated Account
The promoter must collect 70% of all amounts realised from allottees and deposit them in a separate designated bank account. This account can only be used for land cost and construction cost of that specific project. Withdrawals must be certified by an engineer, architect, and Chartered Accountant proportionate to construction stage. It is one of the provisions agents most need to understand.
Section 9
Registration of Real Estate Agents
Every real estate agent must register with Karnataka RERA before facilitating any sale or purchase in a registered project. The registration fee under rule 9 of the Karnataka RERA Rules 2017 is ₹25,000 for an individual and ₹2,00,000 for an applicant other than an individual. Registration is valid for 5 years under rule 10(4). An agent who operates without registration faces ₹10,000 per day penalty up to a maximum of 5% of the property's cost.
Section 13
10% Advance Cap Before Agreement for Sale
A promoter cannot accept more than 10% of the apartment's cost as advance before executing a registered agreement for sale. This is a hard cap — it cannot be waived by any private agreement between buyer and promoter. Agents who facilitate transactions where more than 10% is collected before registration of the agreement face liability under RERA.
Section 14
Adherence to Sanctioned Plans and Structural Defect Liability
The promoter cannot alter sanctioned plans without written consent of at least two-thirds of allottees. If delivered carpet area is less than what was agreed, the allottee gets a proportionate refund. Structural defects reported within 5 years of possession must be rectified free of cost within 30 days.
Section 18
Delay in Possession — Rights of Allottee
If the promoter fails to give possession by the agreed date, an allottee who stays in the project is entitled to interest at SBI's highest MCLR plus 2% for every month of delay. An allottee who withdraws is entitled to the full amount paid plus the same interest calculated from the date of each payment. Both promoter and allottee pay the same rate for their respective defaults — the rate is symmetric.
Section 79
Bar of Jurisdiction of Civil Courts
Civil courts are expressly barred from hearing matters that fall within the jurisdiction of the RERA Authority or Adjudicating Officer. Buyers and agents cannot take RERA-covered disputes to a civil court. The remedy lies exclusively within the RERA framework — RERA Authority, Adjudicating Officer, and then the Appellate Tribunal.

Karnataka RERA-Specific Rules You Must Know

Beyond the central RERA Act, Karnataka has state-specific rules. These are the points agents most need.

Common Mistakes Agents Make

These are the errors that most often trip up agents. Be aware of each one.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a Karnataka RERA agent exam?
No. Karnataka RERA has not mandated an agent exam or training, for first registration or for renewal. Its agent registration checklist asks for identity proof, PAN, a photograph, a notarised affidavit and the fee. Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh have training and exam requirements, which is where most of the confusion comes from.
What does a Karnataka agent need to register?
Registration with Karnataka RERA under Section 9 of the RERA Act, with the fee set by rule 9 of the Karnataka RERA Rules 2017: ₹25,000 for an individual and ₹2,00,000 for an applicant other than an individual. Registration is valid for 5 years under rule 10(4).
Does RERAExam's Karnataka practice follow an official paper?
No. There is no official Karnataka agent exam paper. RERAExam's questions are our own, written on the RERA Act 2016 and the Karnataka RERA Rules, and are currently in English.
Why practise if there is no exam?
Because the rules still govern every transaction an agent handles. Section 62 penalties for agents run up to ₹10,000 per day, and a promise made beyond the agreement for sale can make the agent personally liable. Practice shows which rules you only half know.
How long does a practice session take?
The free daily challenge is 10 questions and takes about 15 minutes. A full mock is 50 questions on RERAExam's 40-minute practice timer. Review the explanation for every wrong answer and spend extra time on your weakest topics.

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Disclaimer: RERAExam is an independent RERA practice platform. It is not affiliated with Karnataka RERA or any government authority. Syllabus information is based on the RERA Act 2016, the Karnataka RERA Rules 2017 and Karnataka RERA's published orders and circulars.