Welcome to the Soult Legal Hub. These templates are ready-to-use legal documents. You download them, fill in the blanks, print, sign in front of two witnesses, and keep them safe — or upload back to your vault.
This guide tells you exactly what to write in each blank, what to skip, and what to watch out for. We have covered every common situation: single, married, with kids, without kids, Hindu, Muslim, NRI, and more.
What do you need to do today?
Select your situation to see the exact steps in the Soult app.
Open Will Management
Navigate to Legacy → Will, Guardianship & POA in the Soult app.
Go to the "My Wills" tab
Your secure storage area. If nothing has been uploaded yet, it will say "No will uploaded".
Scan and Upload
Ensure your Will is scanned as a clear PDF. Tap Upload, select the file, and confirm. Keep your physical original safe — the digital copy is for your Executor's reference.
Choose your Template
Go to Legacy → Will... → Template tab. Download the template that matches your situation.
Fill it in securely
Open the downloaded Word file on your computer. Use the detailed instructions on this page to fill every field correctly.
Print & Sign
Print on plain A4 paper. Sign in front of two independent witnesses — they must also sign.
Upload to your Vault
Scan the signed document into a PDF. Go to My Wills and tap Upload. Store the physical original in a safe place.
Download the Codicil
For a small change, go to the Template tab and download the Codicil template.
Link to your Original Will
Fill in the Codicil with the exact date of your original Will, and describe clearly what is being added or changed.
Sign with Witnesses
A Codicil needs the exact same process: print and sign in front of two witnesses.
Upload as a Package
Upload the Codicil alongside your original Will under My Wills. Tell your Executor to read both together.
Which template do you need?
Pick the template for your situation. Download it from the Template tab, fill it in, sign with two witnesses, then upload it under My Wills.
General Will
For Hindus, Christians, Sikhs, Parsis, and anyone not governed by Islamic inheritance law. You decide who gets what.
The opening paragraph has blanks for your basic details:
| Blank in the document | What to write | Example |
|---|---|---|
| [insert name of the testator] | Your full legal name, exactly as on Aadhaar/PAN | Priya Anand Sharma |
| S/o, D/o, W/o, H/o | Keep only one (Son of, Daughter of, Wife of, or Husband of). Cross out the others. | D/o |
| Second blank (name) | Your father's name (if unmarried) or spouse's name | Anand Kumar Sharma |
| born on ___ | Your date of birth, DD/MM/YYYY format | 14/03/1985 |
| presently residing at ___ | Your current full address including pincode | 12A, Richmond Road, Bengaluru – 560025 |
Your executor carries out your Will after you pass away — pays debts, deals with banks, distributes assets.
| Blank | What to write |
|---|---|
| Clause I — Executor's name | Full name + S/o or D/o + their age. Example: Rahul Anand Sharma, S/o Anand Kumar Sharma, Age 38 |
| Clause II — Compensation | A fixed amount (e.g. INR 50,000) or write "Nil" |
| Clause III — Substitute executor | A backup person. Same format: full name, S/o or D/o, age. |
Fill in only what you actually own. Leave others blank or write "Not applicable."
| Row | What to write | Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Row 1 — Investments | Mutual funds, FDs, shares, bonds, crypto. Include folio/account numbers if available. | Optional |
| Row 2 — PPF account | Bank name, branch, and PPF account number | Optional |
| Row 3 — Insurance policies | Policy name, insurer, policy number, sum assured | Optional |
| Row 4 — Demat account | Broker name, DP ID, client ID | Optional |
| Row 5 — Bank lockers | Bank name, branch, locker number | Optional |
| Row 6 — Other movable | Jewellery, vehicles, antiques | Optional |
| Row 7 — Immovable property | Full address of each property. Sole or joint ownership. Built-up area. | Optional |
| Row 8 — HUF share | Name of the Hindu Undivided Family, if applicable | Optional |
| Row 9 — Business share | Business name, your role, and your % shareholding | Optional |
Name your beneficiaries and what each receives. As a single person with no children, this is usually parents or siblings.
| Column | What to write | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Full legal name of the beneficiary | Anand Kumar Sharma |
| Relation | Your relationship to them | Father |
| Bequest | What they receive — a specific asset, a percentage, or "all residuary assets" | 100% of all movable and immovable assets |
If the person you named passes away before you, who should get your assets instead?
| Blank | What to write |
|---|---|
| First blank | Name of your primary beneficiary from Step 4 |
| Alternate beneficiary | A different person — a sibling, cousin, or close friend |
Sections 2 (Expected Inheritance) and 3 (Residuary Assets) also need names. Use the same alternate beneficiary unless you want different people for each.
The last section is the signing block. Fill in:
- Your name in the "IN TESTIMONY" paragraph
- The day, month, and year of signing
- Witness 1: full name, address, date
- Witness 2: full name, address, date
Fill in your full name, S/o or W/o (as applicable), your father's or husband's name, date of birth, and current address.
Your spouse is the most natural executor when you have no children. Name them in Clause I. For Clause III (substitute), name a sibling or parent — in case something happens to both of you at the same time.
List all assets you own in your individual name. Jointly-held assets typically pass to the survivor automatically — you do not need to mention them in the Will, but it does not hurt to list them for clarity.
In the main beneficiary table, write your spouse's name with "100% of all assets" or list specific items. In Section 4 (Unforeseen Eventuality), write your spouse as primary — then name your parents or siblings as alternate.
Your spouse cannot be a witness because they are a beneficiary. Pick two other adults — a neighbour, colleague, or family friend. Both must be present when you sign.
Fill your full name, relation prefix (S/o or W/o etc.), parent/spouse name, date of birth, and current address. This does not change based on family situation.
With multiple beneficiaries, executor choice matters more. Options:
- Your spouse as primary — natural and common
- Your eldest child as primary, spouse as backup (if spouse is elderly or unwell)
- A neutral professional (CA or advocate) if family conflict is possible — they remain impartial
List your spouse and each child. In the "Bequest" column:
- Option A (percentage): "50% of all assets" for spouse, "25% each" for two children
- Option B (specific assets): Assign specific assets to each person
Address the most likely scenario: "What if my spouse passes away before me?" In that case, the children should equally share what would have gone to the spouse.
Write clearly: "In the event [spouse name] predeceases me, that share shall pass equally to [child 1 name] and [child 2 name]."
Neither your spouse nor your children can be witnesses. Pick two neutral adults — neighbours, colleagues, or family friends. Both must watch you sign at the same time.
| Blank | What to write | Example |
|---|---|---|
| [Description of Asset/Amount] | What the child will receive | 25% of all movable assets |
| [Name] (minor child) | Your child's full name | Arjun Pradeep Mehta |
| [18/21/25] years | The age at which your child receives full control. Cross out the ages you do not want. | 21 |
All other steps — personal details, executor, assets, residuary clause, signing — follow the same process as the "Married with Kids" scenario above. The only addition is the minor beneficiary clause described in Step 1.
Muslim Will
For Sunni and Shia Muslims. Islamic inheritance law governs most of your estate — this Will handles the portion you are free to bequeath as you choose.
| Blank | What to write |
|---|---|
| Shia/Sunni Muslim | Cross out "Shia", keep "Sunni Muslim" |
| follower of ___ school | Write: Hanafi / Shafi'i / Maliki / Hanbali — whichever applies to you |
| All other fields | Same as General Will — name, relation prefix, parent/spouse name, DOB, address |
The executor section and asset declaration table are identical to the General Will. Follow Steps 2 and 3 from the General Will guide above.
Clause (g) directs the executor to distribute 1/3rd per this Will. Clause (h) directs 2/3rd per Islamic inheritance rules. These are pre-filled — do not change them.
This table is only for the 1/3rd you are distributing freely. Common uses:
- A charitable donation — mosque, NGO, educational institution
- A non-Muslim family member who would not inherit under Islamic law
- An heir you want to give more than their Faraid share (only valid if other heirs consent after your death)
- A specific asset you want to go to a specific person
Sections 2, 3, 4, and the signing block are identical to the General Will. Follow Steps 5 and 6 from the General Will guide. For residuary assets and alternate beneficiaries, the same 1/3rd logic applies — these sections still only cover your freely bequeath-able share.
| Blank | What to write |
|---|---|
| Shia/Sunni Muslim | Cross out "Sunni", keep "Shia Muslim" |
| follower of ___ school | Write: Jafari (most common) or Ithna Ashari / Ismaili as applicable |
All other steps are identical to the Sunni guide above. Follow Steps 2 through 4 from the Sunni section.
General Power of Attorney
Give someone authority to manage your finances, bank accounts, and property while you are abroad or unavailable.
| Blank | What to write | Example |
|---|---|---|
| First blank (your name) | Your full legal name | Vikram Suresh Iyer |
| son of ___ | Your father's full name | Suresh Krishnan Iyer |
| resident of ___ | Your permanent address in India | 14, Boat Club Road, Chennai – 600028 |
| Aadhaar number ___ | Your 12-digit Aadhaar number | 1234 5678 9012 |
| at present residing at ___ | Your current overseas address | 42 Oak Street, Toronto, ON M5V 2A8, Canada |
| Blank | What to write |
|---|---|
| Shri ___ (attorney's name) | Full name of the person you are giving authority to |
| son of late ___ | Their father's name |
| at present residing at ___ | Their current full address in India |
Clause 15 allows you to name a backup attorney in case your primary attorney dies or is unable to act. Fill in their full name, father's or spouse's name, and their current address.
Schedule I — List all immovable property (houses, land, plots) with full addresses.
Schedule II — List any business interests: partnerships, companies, shares, trusts. If none, write "Not applicable."
Fill in your name, the date, month, and year of signing.
The template says "I am presently residing out of India." If you are in India, cross this out and replace with your actual reason. For example:
- "I am unable to attend to my affairs personally due to health reasons and for convenience..."
- "I am frequently travelling for work and unable to be present in person..."
All other steps — naming the attorney, Schedules I and II, backup attorney, and signing — are identical to the NRI guide above.
Medical Power of Attorney
Also known as an Advance Directive or Living Will in India. States who makes medical decisions for you if you cannot speak for yourself.
| Blank | What to write |
|---|---|
| Your full name | Full legal name as on Aadhaar |
| son of ___ | Your father's name |
| resident of ___ | Permanent home address |
| at present residing at ___ | Current address (same if you have not moved) |
The document lists three conditions under which your declaration takes effect: (1) terminal illness / coma with no reasonable recovery, (2) disease with no acceptable quality of life expected, (3) persistent vegetative state. These are pre-written and follow Supreme Court guidelines — do not change them.
The template lists 6 treatments you are declining if the above conditions are confirmed: intravenous fluids and medications, artificial feeding, dialysis, artificial respiration, chemotherapy, and CPR. There is also an "Other wishes" field below this list.
Name up to three people in priority order. If Person 1 is unavailable, Person 2 is contacted, then Person 3.
| Field | What to fill |
|---|---|
| Name | Full name of the person |
| Date of Birth | DD/MM/YYYY |
| ID document | Aadhaar number or PAN number |
| Phone | Mobile number including country code if outside India |
| Email address they check regularly | |
| Resident of ___ | Their full current address |
| Signature | Their signature — they must sign to confirm they accept this responsibility |
In Clause 2(a), fill in your health insurance company name and policy number in the square brackets. Also fill in the blank that says "This document may be informed to my regular physician named ___ located at ___ in ___ hospital."
Fill in your name, date, and sign. Two witnesses must also sign. They cannot be your surrogate decision makers named in Step 4. The document should then be countersigned by a Notary Public or Gazetted Officer.
Codicil (Will Amendment)
Update your existing Will without rewriting it completely — for example, adding a new property or changing one beneficiary.
| Blank | What to write | Example |
|---|---|---|
| [Insert Name and Address] | Your full name and current address | Ramesh Lal Gupta, Mumbai 400049 |
| [Insert Date and Place] | Today's date and city where you are signing | 15th July 2025, Mumbai |
| [Insert Date of the Will] | The date your original Will was signed | 3rd March 2022 |
Write a brief description of the existing provision you are modifying. Examples:
- "I bequeathed all my movable assets to my wife Sunita Gupta"
- "I did not mention my recently acquired property at [address]"
- "I appointed Rakesh Kumar as executor"
Write exactly what you are adding or changing. Be precise. Examples:
- Adding a new asset: "bequeath my newly acquired flat at [full address], purchased on [date], to my son Anil Gupta absolutely."
- Changing a beneficiary's share: "revoke the bequest of 25% to my niece Priya and instead bequeath that share equally to my two children Anil and Meena."
- Replacing the executor: "revoke the appointment of Rakesh Kumar as executor and appoint Suresh Mehta, S/o Dinesh Mehta, Age 52, residing at [address], as executor in his place."
- Adding a charitable donation: "bequeath INR 5,00,000 from my fixed deposit at SBI (A/c No: XXXXXXXX) to [Name of Charity], registered at [address]."
Fill in your name, the date, original Will date, and two witnesses.
After You Sign
Your document is only useful if the right people can access it at the right moment. Here is exactly what to do once your Will is signed.
The signed paper Will is the legal original. Store it somewhere fire-safe and water-safe — a bank locker, a home safe, or with your advocate. Sign three copies; each is treated as an original.
Then scan the signed Will to PDF and upload it to Legacy → My Wills in the Soult app. The vault copy is your digital reference, not a replacement for the physical original. Banks, courts, and registrars will eventually need to see the paper.
A Will that nobody can find is a Will that does not work. The hardest part of estate matters in India is not writing the document — it is making sure the right person knows it exists, where the original is kept, and how to access a reference copy quickly.
This is exactly what Soult is built for.
Three small steps in the app turn a piece of paper in a locker into something your executor can actually act on.
Your Will is not a one-time job. Review it every two to three years, and immediately after major life events:
- Marriage, divorce, or separation
- Birth or adoption of a child or grandchild
- Death of a beneficiary or executor
- Buying or selling significant property
- A large change in your overall wealth
- Moving to a new state or country
For small changes, use a Codicil. For major changes, sign a fresh Will — the new one will revoke the old.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wills, Powers of Attorney, and the legal process in India. For your specific situation, please consult a qualified advocate practising civil and succession law.