The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (UP RERA) has extended the deadline for submitting the Quarterly Progress Report (QPR) for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, to October 21, 2026. The extension has been granted to facilitate the transition to a revised digital signing and submission procedure for certificates that must accompany the report.
In a statement issued on October 10, 2026, the Authority said the extension was intended to ensure a smooth transition to the new digital process.
Under the revised procedure, promoters must submit the QPR through the UP RERA portal along with digitally signed REG-1, REG-2 and REG-3 certificates issued by the concerned architect, engineer and chartered accountant, respectively.
The revised requirements were outlined in an Office Memorandum dated September 30, 2026, which prescribed the use of Digital Signature Certificates (DSCs) for signing the relevant certificates before submission on the UP RERA portal.
QPR Filing Deadline Extended to October 21, 2026
UP RERA has directed all promoters to complete the filing of the QPR for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, by the revised deadline of October 21, 2026.
The extension provides additional time for promoters and the professionals associated with their projects to familiarise themselves with the new digital workflow and ensure that the mandatory certificates are properly signed and uploaded.
The Authority has emphasised that the QPR must be submitted in accordance with the prescribed procedure, including the requirement for digitally signed certificates.
Promoters should therefore coordinate with their architects, engineers and chartered accountants well before the extended deadline to avoid last-minute technical or filing-related difficulties.
Digital Signatures Mandatory for REG-1, REG-2 and REG-3 Certificates
The revised procedure requires the respective professionals to digitally sign the certificates assigned to them.
The responsibilities are as follows:
| Certificate | Professional Responsible | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| REG-1 | Architect | Digital signature using a valid DSC |
| REG-2 | Engineer | Digital signature using a valid DSC |
| REG-3 | Chartered Accountant | Digital signature using a valid DSC |
All three certificates must accompany the QPR submitted through the UP RERA portal.
The requirement makes digital authentication an integral part of the quarterly reporting process. Promoters must ensure that the relevant professionals complete the signing process and that the certificates are uploaded in the prescribed format.
New Digital Procedure Introduced Through September 30 Office Memorandum
The revised digital signing and submission requirements were set out in the UP RERA Office Memorandum dated September 30, 2026.
Under this procedure, the certificates accompanying the quarterly report must be signed using valid Digital Signature Certificates before being submitted through the Authority’s online portal.
The change is intended to standardise the submission process and ensure that certificates provided by the architect, engineer and chartered accountant are digitally authenticated.
As the process is being implemented for the first time, the Authority has recognised that promoters and professionals may need time to understand the revised workflow and complete the necessary technical steps.
The deadline extension is intended to help stakeholders adapt to the new procedure while completing their mandatory regulatory filings.
Why Is a Quarterly Progress Report Important Under RERA?
A Quarterly Progress Report is a periodic compliance document submitted by promoters of registered real estate projects to the relevant RERA authority.
The report provides information about the progress and compliance status of a project, enabling the regulatory authority to monitor whether the promoter is meeting applicable regulatory requirements and project commitments.
Depending on the prescribed reporting requirements, a QPR may contain information relating to:
- Construction progress
- Financial details and project expenditure
- Project approvals and regulatory compliance
- Progress against the declared project schedule
- Information certified by the architect, engineer and chartered accountant
Quarterly reporting is an important part of the regulatory framework under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016.
It enables the regulator to monitor registered projects and provides homebuyers with access to project-related information that can help them assess construction progress and compliance.
Promoters Must Coordinate With Their Professionals
The revised procedure requires coordination among the promoter and the three professionals responsible for the certificates.
Promoters should ensure that:
- The architect has digitally signed the REG-1 certificate.
- The engineer has digitally signed the REG-2 certificate.
- The chartered accountant has digitally signed the REG-3 certificate.
- All three certificates are available in the prescribed format.
- The certificates are uploaded along with the QPR through the UP RERA portal.
- The complete submission is made by October 21, 2026.
Promoters should also verify that the DSCs are valid and that the portal’s technical requirements have been met before completing the submission.
UP RERA Provides Technical Guidance for DSC-Based Filing
UP RERA has informed stakeholders that detailed procedural instructions and step-by-step technical guidance for digital signing and submission are available on its portal.
Promoters, architects, engineers and chartered accountants have been advised to follow the prescribed instructions while completing the filing process.
Stakeholders should consult the official UP RERA portal for the applicable instructions and technical guidance before uploading the certificates.
Official website: https://www.up-rera.in/
Implications for Real Estate Developers and Homebuyers
The revised process makes digital authentication a mandatory part of the specified quarterly reporting workflow. Developers must account for the additional coordination required to obtain certificates from the relevant professionals before submitting the QPR.
For promoters, timely compliance will require advance preparation, valid digital signatures and verification of the documents uploaded to the portal.
For homebuyers, quarterly reporting forms part of the regulatory framework through which project progress and compliance can be monitored. Proper and timely submission of reports helps maintain the flow of project information to the regulator.
UP RERA’s decision to extend the QPR filing deadline to October 21, 2026, provides promoters with additional time to adapt to the new DSC-based certification procedure.
The key compliance requirement is that the QPR for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, must be accompanied by digitally signed REG-1, REG-2 and REG-3 certificates, signed respectively by the architect, engineer and chartered accountant.
Promoters should complete the required coordination and technical checks before the extended deadline to ensure compliance with UP RERA’s revised filing procedure.
