For parents who would rather talk than type
Many people over 60 put off making a Will because online forms feel confusing, and they do not want to get something important wrong on a screen. A telephonic Will takes that away: you talk, we write.
The Will is still a written document, signed on paper by you and two witnesses. That is what Indian law requires. The phone call simply replaces the forms.
- Parents who would rather talk than type
- Anyone uncomfortable with online forms
- Families who want one person to explain everything
How a telephonic Will works
- Book a call
Choose a time. Your son or daughter can join if you want them to.
- 90-minute conversation
We go through your family, your property and your wishes in plain language. You do not need documents ready on the call.
- Your Will is drafted
Our legal team drafts it and we read it back to you, clause by clause.
- Signed and notarised
You sign before two witnesses and a notary in your city. We tell you exactly how.
What you get
- A Will drafted from one conversation
- Read back to you before signing
- Help listing what you own
- Notarisation arranged in your city
Is a Will made over the phone valid?
The Will is drafted from the call, but what makes it valid is the same as for any Will under Section 63 of the Indian Succession Act, 1925: it is in writing, you sign it, and two witnesses attest it. A voice recording on its own is not a Will. That is why the last step is always a signing on paper.
When a son or daughter is involved
Children often arrange the call for a parent. That is fine, and they can listen in if the parent wants. The wishes must be the parent's own. If a child is a beneficiary, they should not be a witness: under Section 67 of the Indian Succession Act, a gift to a witness or their spouse is void. See who can be a witness.
Want it registered too?
A telephonic Will is notarised. If you would like it registered at the Sub-Registrar office, you can upgrade to Will with Registration. For a bedridden parent, the Sub-Registrar can attend at home on special cause being shown.
On your own vs with WillSetu
| On your own | With WillSetu | |
|---|---|---|
| Making the Will | Online forms and uploads | One phone conversation |
| Understanding it | Legal wording on a screen | Read back and explained |
| Signing | Easy to get wrong | Step-by-step guidance |
| Cost | Varies | ₹14,999, agreed before you begin |
Our promises to you
Not a template. Your Will is written around your family and checked before you sign.
The price and what it covers are agreed before you pay. No hourly billing.
We confirm the right Sub-Registrar, book the slot and tell you what to bring.
Your family and property details are used only to prepare your Will.
Telephonic Will: frequently asked questions
Can I make a Will over the phone in India?
You can make it through a phone consultation. The Will is then printed and signed by you and two witnesses, which is what makes it valid.
Who is the telephonic Will for?
Anyone who would rather talk than fill in forms, especially parents over 60.
Can my son or daughter join the call?
Yes, if you want them to. The wishes must be yours, and a child who inherits should not be a witness.
Do I need documents for the call?
No. We tell you afterwards what to send, such as property papers, so the Will describes things correctly.
Can it be registered?
Yes. You can upgrade to registration at any time.
General information, not legal advice. WillSetu is not a law firm; see our disclaimer.
Make your Will
Speak to our team for free. We tell you which package suits your family, what it costs and how long it takes, before you commit to anything.