Does your landlord want your Aadhaar, PAN or salary slips? Documents that you are required to share

Renting a house?

Landlords often ask for extensive financial documents, but the Model Tenancy Act of 2021 clarifies tenant obligations.

Only basic identification like Aadhaar and PAN cards are legally required for the Rent Authority.

Financial history such as salary slips and bank statements are not mandatory under the Act, though landlords may use them for private vetting.

Remember, states must adopt this framework for it to be legally binding. ...