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Before you buy · 3 min readWhat Does a RERA Number Actually Prove?
Reviewed against MahaRERA rules · Informational, not legal advice
The short version: A RERA number is a starting point for due diligence, not a clean chit. Know exactly what it guarantees — and what it leaves entirely up to you to check.
What it proves
That the project is registered with the regulator, and the promoter has filed its plans, approvals, a completion timeline and quarterly progress updates.
That you have a legal forum — RERA — to raise a dispute, and that pricing must be on carpet area, not super built-up.
What it does NOT prove
That the project is on time, well-built, or free of disputes. That the promoter is honest or financially sound. That the approvals are still valid, or that your specific flat and floor are sanctioned.
Treat “RERA registered” as permission to start checking — not as a reason to stop.
What to watch for
- Sales teams that wave the RERA number as if it settles every question.
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This guide is general information to help you ask better questions — it is not legal advice, and it doesn't replace your own advocate or the official MahaRERA portal. Rules, rates and builder practices vary; always verify against the current MahaRERA record and your project's documents before acting.