APRERA Guide · Updated March 2026

APRERA QPR Filing: Complete Guide for Andhra Pradesh Developers

For developers and CA firms filing under APRERA (Amaravati) · Applicable to all registered projects in Andhra Pradesh

What is APRERA?

APRERA (Andhra Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority) is the state RERA authority for Andhra Pradesh, headquartered in Amaravati (Guntur district). It was established under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, with rules notified on 27 March 2017.

With the Chandrababu Naidu government returning to power in June 2024 and aggressively reviving Amaravati as the state capital, APRERA has significantly stepped up enforcement. Circular P/9/2025 (March 28, 2025) specifically imposed penalties for delayed QPR submission and introduced an uninterrupted filing link requirement.

APRERA QPR Deadlines 2026

AP RERA requires quarterly compliance within 21 days after the quarter ends — slightly more time than MahaRERA's 15-day window.

Q1 2026 (Jan–Mar)April 21, 2026
Q2 2026 (Apr–Jun)July 21, 2026
Q3 2026 (Jul–Sep)October 21, 2026
Q4 2026 (Oct–Dec)January 21, 2027

The 3-Form System — How AP RERA Differs

AP RERA's quarterly compliance is more detailed than most states. It requires three separate certified documents, called the "RERA Return":

Form 1
Architect Certificate
Construction progress certified by the project architect. Includes floor-wise completion percentage and photo documentation.
Form 2
Engineer Certificate
Structural and civil progress certified by the project engineer. Required only in AP RERA — not in MahaRERA or TSRERA.
Form 3
CA Certificate
Financial statement certified by a Chartered Accountant — funds received, escrow balance, withdrawals, cost incurred. ICAI membership + UDIN required.
⚠️ Important for CA firms: AP RERA's Form 3 is a separate certified document — not just a sign-off on the QPR form. Your ICAI membership number and UDIN must appear on the Form 3 specifically. Each Form 3 counts against your 60-certification ICAI annual cap.

Documents Required for APRERA QPR

APRERA QPR Penalties

Project SizePenalty for Delayed QPR
Buildings up to 20 units or layouts up to 5 acres₹10,000 per missed quarter
Buildings over 20 units or layouts over 5 acres₹20,000 per missed quarter
3 consecutive missed QPRsServices disabled — cannot extend project, change details

From May 16, 2025, APRERA began publishing defaulters publicly on the portal and enabling penalty-based QPR filing for those who missed the grace period.

APRERA RERA Registration Number Format

Andhra Pradesh RERA registration numbers follow this format: AP/01/YYYY/NNNNN

For example: AP/01/2024/00001

Some older registrations may use the format: APRERA/YYYY/NNNNN

MahaRERA vs APRERA — Key Differences

ItemMahaRERAAPRERA
Forms requiredQPR form + CA certForm 1 + Form 2 + Form 3
Engineer CertificateNot requiredMandatory (Form 2)
Filing deadline15th after quarter21st after quarter
Penalty (small project)₹10,000/day₹10,000/quarter
Penalty (large project)Up to 5% project cost₹20,000/quarter
Defaulter publicationPortal noticePublic name & shame portal

How ReraDesk Handles APRERA Compliance

ReraDesk's AP RERA module handles all three forms in a single workflow:

ReraDesk for APRERA:
  • Upload all three source documents in one step (architect cert, engineer cert, bank statement)
  • AI extracts Form 1, Form 2, and Form 3 data separately — each field sourced to its document
  • State validation applies AP RERA-specific rules (21-day deadline, Form 2 requirement)
  • CA certification gate records ICAI membership + UDIN for Form 3 specifically
  • SHA-256 audit pack generated covering all three forms

Note: AP RERA integration is live in Q2 2026. MahaRERA and TSRERA are available now.

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APRERA Contact & Portal

Official APRERA portal: rera.ap.gov.in
APRERA office: Block No. 4, APCRDA Project Office Premises, Rayapudi, Amaravati, Guntur District, AP — 522237
ICAI Vijayawada chapter: For CA firms handling AP RERA compliance

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Form 2 (Engineer Certificate) mandatory for all AP RERA projects?

Yes. AP RERA requires Form 2 from the project engineer as part of the quarterly RERA Return, in addition to Form 1 (architect) and Form 3 (CA). This is unique to AP RERA compared to most other states.

Can I file APRERA QPR without a CA for Form 3?

No. Form 3 must be certified by a Chartered Accountant with ICAI membership number and UDIN. The CA's professional certification is mandatory.

What happens if 3 consecutive QPRs are missed in AP RERA?

APRERA disables all services for the promoter — including project extensions, corrections, and other modifications. The project may also be published on the defaulters list, which is publicly visible.