Published 27 Sep 2026 · Last reviewed 27 Sep 2026 · 1 min read
In short: A POA authorises action but does not itself guarantee ownership transfer. Verify scope, validity, principal and conveyance.
POA property: key warning
A power of attorney authorises someone to act; it is not automatically a conveyance of ownership. A buyer should not treat GPA, agreement and receipt papers as equivalent to a registered sale deed.
Checks
- Verify the principal’s identity, title, capacity and current status.
- Inspect the original registered POA and its precise powers.
- Confirm it has not expired or been revoked and whether it survives relevant events.
- Verify execution, authentication and overseas formalities where applicable.
- Ensure the attorney is permitted to sell, receive money and execute the deed.
- Complete transfer through the legally required registered instrument.
Red flags
The principal is unavailable, consideration is requested in cash, originals are missing, the attorney sells to themselves without clear authority, or the seller refuses direct confirmation.
Source
Registration Act — official portal copy. Legal reviewer: [Name and credentials].
Frequently asked questions
Does GPA transfer property ownership?
A power of attorney is authority to act, not automatically a title transfer.
Can an attorney sign a sale deed?
Only if a valid instrument grants adequate authority and all legal requirements are satisfied.
How do I check revocation?
Use registration and legal searches and obtain confirmation from the principal where possible.
Power of Attorney Property: Risks and Legal Checks
Last reviewed: September 2026 · We broker land in Delhi NCR, so treat anything about specific plots as a commercial interest. Verify title, approvals and measurement independently. See Disclaimer.
