How to Evict a Tenant in Delhi?

How to Evict a Tenant in Delhi

Click here to learn the legal steps on how to evict a tenant in Delhi with our easy-to-follow guide. Ensure a smooth process with expert tips and local law compliance.

Wondering how to evict a tenant in Delhi? Evicting a tenant in Delhi involves following the legal procedures outlined in the Delhi Rent Control Act, 1958. Landlords cannot evict tenants without valid reasons. Here are the grounds available to a landlord for eviction:

1. Non-Payment of Rent (Section 14(1)(a)): If the tenant fails to pay rent within two months of receiving a notice of demand.

2. Unauthorized Subletting (Section 14(1)(b)): If the tenant sublets, assigns, or transfers possession without the landlord’s written consent.

3. Misuse of Premises (Section 14(1)(c)): If the tenant uses the premises for a purpose other than the agreed-upon use.

4. Non-Residence (Section 14(1)(d)): If the tenant hasn’t resided in the premises for six months before filing an eviction application.

5. Bona Fide Need (Section 14(1)(e)): If the landlord or a dependent family member needs the premises for residence.

6. Unsafe or Unfit Premises (Section 14(1)(f)): If the premises are unsafe or unfit for human habitation and require repairs.

7. Building or Rebuilding (Section 14(1)(g)): If the landlord needs the premises for building, rebuilding, or substantial additions/alterations.

8. Tenant’s New Residence (Section 14(1)(h)): If the tenant has built a new residence after the commencement of the Delhi Rent Control (Amendment) Act, 1988.

9. Termination of Employment (Section 14(1)(i)): If the tenant was in the landlord’s service or employment and has ceased to be so.

10.  Substantial Damage (Section 14(1)(j)): If the tenant has caused substantial damage to the premises.

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