What is Guideline / Circle / Guidance Value?
By Property Point Advisory·Updated September 2026
In short
The guideline value (also circle rate or guidance value) is the government's minimum notified price for a locality. Stamp duty and registration are charged on the higher of this or your agreement value — so it sets a floor on transaction tax.
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What does Guideline / Circle / Guidance Value mean?
The guideline value (also circle rate or guidance value) is the government's minimum notified price for a locality. Stamp duty and registration are charged on the higher of this or your agreement value — so it sets a floor on transaction tax.
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