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You would have often heard of the term no-objection certificate (NOC). An NOC is a legal document that is issued by an organisation, an authority or an institute and could even be from an individual. It is a necessary requirement in certain transactions and situations, such as litigation, immigration, succession, trade, employment and many other such avenues. An NOC is a clarification that there is no legal hassle that will spring up, if the deal/transaction/business takes place.
When is an NOC issued?
For example, an employer issues an NOC to tell your new employer that they do not have objection to you joining another firm or for your travel Visa. An employee may issue an NOC to clarify that he/she has no objection to their salary being reduced for a valid reason. Similarly, a landlord or tenant may also require an NOC. A property buyer requires an NOC from the authority or a previous owner, to ensure that there are no legal tangles/encroachments attached to the property in question. In short, an NOC is sought or issued while you make an offer, or a business deal, or are involved in a transaction.
See also: What is an encumbrance certificate?
Why is an NOC important?
Besides establishing that there is no objection, an NOC can also be produced in a court of law and can be used to prove your innocence, if you happen to be caught up in a legal tangle.
What does an NOC contain?
An NOC consists of the basic details of the parties involved and is addressed to whomsoever it concerns.
Sample and format of an NOC
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
This is to certify that [NAME HERE], resident of [ADDRESS HERE], is the owner of [PROPERTY NAME HERE], situated at [ADDRESS HERE], with Property Identification Number [NUMBER HERE] and containing an area of 25,746 square meters.
Certified further is that [NAME OF ORGANIZATION] interposes no objection to the NAME OF ORGANIZATION HERE of the said property.
ISSUED this 18th day of September, 2020, as requested by [NAME HERE] in support of his/her application for [APPROVAL NAME PROCESS HERE].
Signature: ____________________________
Date: _________________________________
See also: What is an Occupancy Certificate?
Now let us look at a sample format of an NOC from an owner for leasing out his/her premises:
TO WHOMSOEVER IT MAY CONCERN
I/We, _________, son/daughter of ________ do hereby state that,
- I/We am/are the legal owner/s of the premises situated at _____________ (hereinafter referred to as “the said premises”).
- I/We have no objection in _______________ {Enter name} using the said premises as the registered office of the partnership firm/proprietorship/LLP/private limited company/ public company.
Date: _________ Signature _____________
Place: ________ (Owner)
Likewise, even a person selling a vehicle to another party in a different state, must also get an NOC from the Regional Transportation Officer (RTO) first, before it can be registered or used elsewhere.
In short, remember that an NOC is a vital procedure for house registration or immigration, building construction or just about anything that has to do with any transaction.
FAQ
Is it necessary to get an NOC from society for a gift deed for property?
If you have all the relevant documents to prove the ownership of a property, you do not need to get an NOC from the society to gift a property.
Is an NOC valid for life?
No, once you obtain an NOC, it is valid for only six months.
How do I write an NOC for land?
You can simply state your willingness to let out/sell your land and then go on to mention all the details of the property.
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