Adoption Legal
Assistance in India
Clear guidance on Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act (HAMA), Juvenile Justice Act / CARA process, documentation, petitions and certified copies — with sensitive, expert support.
Two Main Legal Routes
HAMA (Hindu Law)
Applies to Hindus, Buddhists, Jains and Sikhs. Adoption creates a permanent parent-child relationship. Often used for relative / known-child adoptions with deed and ceremony formalities.
- • Adoption deed on stamp paper
- • Capacity & consent requirements
- • Registration / notarisation as advised
JJ Act / CARA
Statutory route for orphaned / abandoned children through recognised agencies. Mandatory for most inter-country and many domestic institutional adoptions.
- • Home study & eligibility
- • Agency / CARA process
- • Court order for adoption
How We Support You
Route Selection
We assess your situation and explain which law applies — without pressure.
Deeds & Petitions
Adoption deed, affidavits, court petitions and supporting schedules drafted by lawyers.
Court & Certificates
Guidance on filing, hearings, certified copies and name/birth record updates.
Stamp Paper for Adoption Deed
Adoption deeds are executed on non-judicial stamp paper. Indicative stamp duty: ₹25 – ₹500 depending on the state (e.g. some states list a low fixed duty; others require higher values). Exact amount confirmed before drafting.
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