VFS Global-Led Consortium to Launch 60 Model Sub-Registrar Offices Across Maharashtra

New Delhi, May 5: VFS Global in consortium with WE Excel Software has won a five-year contract from the Inspector General of Registration and Controller of Stamps under the Government of Maharashtra to launch 60 model sub-registrar offices (SROs) across the state.

Project Scope

The consortium will undertake the end-to-end setup of SROs across the state to modernise property registration services. The initiative aims to streamline services and reduce congestion in traditional registration offices.

Government Control

Ravindra Binwade, Inspector General of Registration, Government of Maharashtra, said: "The Model Office Concept is a strategic initiative designed to address the persistent bottlenecks in the current property registration system. These facilities will remain under strict government control and be staffed by departmental officials to ensure regulatory integrity, while specifically aiming to reduce crowded atmosphere found in traditional offices."

Citizen Flexibility

These offices are entirely optional and citizens retain the flexibility to choose between them or the standard services of a regular SRO.

Key Highlights

• Contract Duration: Five years

• Number of Offices: 60 model SROs across Maharashtra

• Implementation: Phased manner

• Partners: VFS Global + WE Excel Software

• Control: Strict government control; staffed by departmental officials