Landlord refusing NOC after vacating

What you need to know

After vacating, landlord must provide NOC confirming dues cleared and possession handed over. Unreasonable withholding can be challenged at Rent Control Tribunal.

Your rights

NOC confirming dues cleared and possession handed over

Approach Rent Control Tribunal for relief

Damages if NOC withheld maliciously

What you should do now

Action first

Request NOC in writing with deadline

WhatsApp/email requesting NOC specifying vacating date, dues cleared, keys returned
Give 7-day deadline

If refused or ignored

Send formal notice using the draft in this app
Approach Rent Control Tribunal — they can direct landlord to issue NOC

Acts applicable

Gujarat Rent Control Act 1999

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Tenant rights after vacation

Where to complain

Gujarat Revenue Department / Rent Control Tribunal

Consumer complaint portal: e-jagriti.gov.in (replaced edaakhil.nic.in as of Jan 2025). Labour complaints: col.gujarat.gov.in. All links verified June 2026 via web search against official government sources.