General Assignment with Acceptance (India)
Updated 24 July 2026
A straightforward legal template for the transfer of rights and interests in a specific agreement or property from one party to another. It includes an acceptance clause to be signed by the recipient, ensuring both parties agree to the existing terms and conditions.
GENERAL ASSIGNMENT WITH ACCEPTANCE
(BY ENDORSEMENT)
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS that, I, AA., aged about _________ years,
Son of ___________________________,
Resident of ______________________, in consideration of Rupees _________ .
(Rs _________________________________________) only, receipt whereof I do hereby acknowledge, assign and transfer to Shri B.C., aged about _________ years,
Son of ___________________________,
Resident of ______________________, all my rights, title and interest in and to the within and foregoing agreement, subject to all the terms and conditions thereof and do hereby demise, release and relinquish unto the said B.C. all my rights, title and interest in and to the property within described and agreed to be assigned.
Dated, signed and executed at _________.this the _________ day of _________ in the year _________
Witness:
Assignor.
I, B.C., the above-named do hereby accept the foregoing assignment subject to all the terms and conditions thereof.
Witness:
Assignee.
Note.—
This instrument falls under Article 23 or 62 of Schedule I of the Indian Stamp Act, 1899, depending on the property assigned.
About this template
What is this template?
General Assignment with Acceptance (India) is a free, ready-to-use Commercial law template you can open, customize, and download on GitLaw. It gives you a professionally structured starting point, so you never have to draft from a blank page. The wording is plain and modern, organized into clear sections that are easy to read, edit, and adapt to your own situation before you share or sign it.
When should you use it?
Reach for this Commercial law template whenever you need a reliable agreement quickly and want to be sure the essentials are covered. It suits individuals, freelancers, startups, and established businesses alike. Instead of paying for a document drafted from scratch, you can start here, tailor the details to your arrangement, and have a polished draft ready in minutes. This version is drafted with India in mind, though you should always review the final wording against the laws that apply to you.
What's typically included?
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