Last updated: 24 October 2026
This guide covers new apartments in Hyderabad and what to check before you decide.
Hyderabad has two apartment markets side by side: new projects registered under RERA and resale homes in older buildings. Neither is better for everyone. The right choice depends on your timeline, budget and how much risk and upkeep you will accept.
New and resale compared: new apartments in Hyderabad
| Factor | New or under-construction apartment | Resale apartment |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | After completion, per the agreement | Usually immediate |
| Construction | Built to current norms, but you cannot inspect it yet | You can inspect the actual home |
| RERA | Registered project, with a registered agreement for sale | Not applicable to a completed resale, so check title and approvals yourself |
| Maintenance | Fewer early repairs likely, but check the specification | The age of the building and the corpus fund matter |
| Layout and amenities | Newer layouts and amenities | Varies, and may lack newer facilities |
| Cost | GST 5% on under-construction homes (1% affordable, within the limits); ready homes with an occupancy certificate carry no GST. Stamp duty, transfer duty and registration total 7.5% outside gram panchayats | No GST on resale; the same 7.5% duty |
| Finance | Banks lend on approved projects, in stages | Bank valuation and title check needed |
What new apartments can offer
- Current norms and approvals. A registered project must have its approvals on record. Verify them, do not assume.
- Newer layouts and amenities. Study rooms, EV charging and co-working areas are now common in new projects. Check what is actually delivered.
- Warranty. RERA requires the developer to fix structural defects reported within five years of possession at no charge.
- Stage payments. Under-construction projects usually link payments to progress.
What resale can offer
- You see the real home, the neighbours and the locality before you commit.
- Possession is immediate, and there is no construction risk.
- Established areas may have better services already.
Costs and tax
Under-construction buyers pay 5% GST without input credit, and home loan tax deductions generally depend on completion and possession. See our home loan tax guide and additional costs guide. Taxes and limits change, so check the current provisions or ask a chartered accountant.
What to check before booking
- RERA registration and the phase on the Telangana RERA portal.
- The developer’s delivery record and a visit to a completed project.
- Approvals, title and the possession date in the agreement.
- The floor plan against how you will use the home.
- Price against nearby ready homes, with the full cost sheet.
Examples from our projects
The Regent in Kondapur and Sansa County near Patancheru are under construction. Use the checks above on any project, including ours.
See also: How to Buy Your First Apartment in Hyderabad.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a new apartment better than a resale apartment?
It depends on your timeline and risk. New homes offer newer layouts and RERA protection but later possession, while resale homes can be inspected and occupied sooner.
What warranty does a new apartment have?
RERA requires the developer to rectify structural defects reported within five years of possession, at no cost to the buyer.
Do I pay GST on a new apartment?
Under-construction homes carry 5% GST (1% for affordable housing within the limits). Ready homes with an occupancy certificate carry none.
What should I check before booking?
RERA registration, approvals, title, the developer’s record, the possession date and the full cost sheet.
