> **Source:** https://knowledge.leegality.com/document-execution/stamps/stamp-series/create-a-stamp-series > **Site:** Leegality Knowledge Base — https://knowledge.leegality.com > **About:** Leegality is a document execution platform covering eSigning, stamps, NeSL, workflows, and REST API integration. > **Navigation:** Every article on this site has a plain-text version at `.txt` (this format). To get an index of all articles with their `.txt` links, read: https://knowledge.leegality.com/llms.txt > **AI Guide:** For instructions on how to navigate this knowledge base as an AI agent, read: https://knowledge.leegality.com/ai-readable.txt --- # Create a Stamp Series You need to create a **Stamp Series** in order to purchase the stamp papers of a specific state and denomination via Leegality. The series can be reused for purchasing more stamp papers as needed, and it also allows you to monitor their usage. 1. Click on the **+ Create** button on the top bar and select **Stamp Series** option. 2. Fill in the required information across the following sections. ## Basic Information - **Series Name**: Enter a unique name to identify this stamp series for easy reference and tracking. > **Info — Character Limit** > > You can enter a maximum of 20 characters for the series name. Allowed inputs include alphanumeric characters and the following special characters: **| - : () , _ . [] & / # + @ ; ' –** ## Stamp Paper Information - **State**: Select the state for which you need to procure stamp papers from the dropdown list. - **Purpose/Article Code**: Select the article code that represents the legal classification of your agreement type. This determines the stamp duty rates and compliance requirements applicable to your document. Note that you must select a state before this field becomes available. > **Info — Selection Requirements** > > - Only agreement types already configured for the selected state will appear in the dropdown > - The article code must be selected before you can specify the denomination - **Denomination (₹)**: Specify the stamp duty value to be affixed on your stamp papers. The available denomination options depend on the state and article code you selected. Denomination field changes according to the scenarios below: - **Range-based denominations**: If the selected state supports a range of denominations(For intance from ₹10 to ₹500), you must enter a value within this range. Values outside this range will result in an error. - **Fixed denomination**: For certain states and article codes, the denomination will be fixed and cannot be modified. The field will display the predetermined value. - **Mixed options**: Some states allow specific fixed values up to a threshold, then offer a range beyond that. (For example: ₹20, ₹50, ₹100, and then any value from ₹100 to ₹5000). Available fixed values appear in a dropdown, while invalid denominations trigger an error message. - **Consideration Price calculation**: For certain agreement types, an additional field called **Consideration Price** appears. Enter the transaction value here, and the system automatically calculates 2% stamp duty and populates the denomination field. > **Info — Denomination Rules** > > - Decimal values are not allowed in the denomination field > - Always verify that your entered value matches the permitted range or options for your selected state and article code > **Warning — Important** > > The **State, Purpose/Article Code, Denomination** fields cannot be changed once the stamp papers have been procured. Choose carefully before proceeding. - **First Party Name**: Enter the legal name of the first party involved in the agreement. You can enter a maximum of 52 characters for this field. - **Second Party Name**: Select or enter a generic name representing the second party in the agreement. You can choose from the preapproved dropdown list or provide a custom name based on your organization's entitlements. Note that you cannot change the Second party names once the stamp series is created. > **Info — NOTE** > > - The second party name must be generic rather than a specific individual or company name (e.g., Borrower, Tenant, Contractor, Customer, Vendor, Lender) > - Available options in the dropdown vary based on the state you selected > - You can only select the second party name after entering the first party name > - The ability to provide a custom name depends on your organization's configuration. Contact **support@leegality.com** for more information about custom name entitlements. - **Purchased By**: Enter the name of the entity or individual purchasing the stamp paper. This is a mandatory field and can be different from the first and second parties involved in the agreement. > **Info — NOTE** > > You can enter a maximum of 52 characters for this field. - **Stamp Duty Paid By**: Select the entity or individual who paid the stamp duty to procure the stamp papers. You must choose either the first party or the second party from the dropdown. ## Legend Configuration - **Legend Content**: Specify the text to be printed on the physical stamp papers. This content must include Leegality's Document ID, which is a unique identifier that links the stamp paper to its corresponding document in the system. > **Info — Auto-fill and Editing** > > - The system automatically populates this field with the first and second party names > - You can edit the legend content according to your requirements > - You can use alphanumeric characters and these special characters: **+ | - : () , _ . [] & / @ # ; ' –** > - Maximum allowed length is 255 characters and can span up to 8 lines > **Warning — Document ID** > > Do not remove or modify the Document ID from the legend content. This identifier is essential for tracking and linking the stamp paper to its document. ## Shipping Information Provide the delivery details for shipping the physical stamp papers to the correct recipient. - **POC Name**: Enter the full name of the point of contact who will receive the stamp paper delivery. - **POC Phone Number**: Provide the phone number of the point of contact for delivery coordination. - **POC Email Address**: Enter the email address of the point of contact. The procurement team will use this email to communicate updates about the stamp procurement process and delivery status. - **Address**: Enter the complete delivery address where the physical stamp papers should be shipped. > **Tip — Quick Address Entry** > > Enter the Pincode first, and the system will automatically populate the City and State fields for you. 3. Once you have completed all the required fields, click on the **Create Series** button. The newly created stamp series will appear in your stamp series list and will be ready for purchasing stamp papers.