Will Draft Generator

Generate a basic will template following Indian requirements. Must be signed by two witnesses to be valid.

⚠️ General information only. Not legal advice. A will must be signed by the testator and attested by two witnesses simultaneously. Registration is recommended but not mandatory (except for immovable property in some states). Consult a lawyer for complex estates.

Testator Details

Full Name

Age

Full Address

Date of Will

Executor Name

Bequests (Properties / Assets)

Residuary Estate

Residuary Beneficiary (all remaining assets go to)

Witnesses

Witness 1 Name

Witness 1 Address

Witness 2 Name

Witness 2 Address

LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT

Fill in the details above to generate your will draft.

Frequently asked questions

Is registration of a will mandatory in India?

Registration of a will is not mandatory under the Indian Succession Act, 1925. However, it is strongly recommended — a registered will is harder to challenge for forgery, and the records are maintained at the Sub-Registrar's office. For immovable property, some states may require registration for probate.

Who can be a witness to a will?

Any person of sound mind who is 18 or older can be a witness. The witness should not be a beneficiary under the will (or the spouse of a beneficiary), as this can disqualify the bequest to that beneficiary. It is best to have disinterested parties as witnesses.

Can a will be challenged in court?

Yes, a will can be challenged on grounds of: lack of testamentary capacity (unsound mind at time of making), undue influence or coercion, fraud or forgery, improper execution (not signed or not witnessed correctly), or revocation by a subsequent will. A registered will is harder to challenge.

What is probate and when is it required?

Probate is a court-certified copy of the will with a grant of administration. It is mandatory in Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata for wills made in those cities. In other areas it is optional but recommended for High Value estates. Probate establishes the legal validity of the will in court proceedings.

Can I change my will after making it?

Yes. You can revoke a will at any time during your lifetime. You can make a new will (which automatically revokes all previous wills if it contains a revocation clause), or add a codicil (an amendment to an existing will, which must also be signed and witnessed). The last valid will made before death governs.