A buyer-first guide for global NRIs and OCI cardholders evaluating residential property in Lucknow, covering RBI rules, RERA checks, and three recorded RERA projects.
Methodology This guide draws solely on approved published facts from the Reserve Bank of India and the Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority. Three Lucknow residential projects are listed for comparison because each carries a recorded RERA number, promoter, locality, status and cover image in the Brickly database. The table is ordered first by data completeness and then alphabetically; paid or featured placement plays no role. All references were last reviewed on 2026-09-06.
Who can buy — the RBI framework
The Reserve Bank of India states that an NRI or an OCI cardholder may purchase immovable property in India other than agricultural land, a farmhouse or plantation property, subject to the applicable rules [[1]](https://systemhealth.rbi.org.in/Scripts/FS_FAQs.aspx_Id%3D117%26fn%3D5.html). This means apartments, villas and residential plots in Lucknow projects that are not classified as agricultural are eligible.
Payment must travel through banking channels. The RBI says funds may come from an NRE, FCNR(B) or NRO account; travellers cheques and foreign currency notes are not accepted payment modes [[1]](https://systemhealth.rbi.org.in/Scripts/FS_FAQs.aspx_Id%3D117%26fn%3D5.html). Buyers based in the UAE, UK or US should work with their bank to confirm whether the specific remittance route qualifies. Because permissible payment modes can change with RBI circulars, obtain written confirmation from the receiving bank.
No RBI statement in this guide should be read as tax, legal or investment advice. The information is educational only.
RERA verification in Uttar Pradesh
UP‑RERA advises every buyer to confirm project registration before investing and to use only the project-designated collection account [[2]](https://up-rera.in/). A RERA number that appears on the authority’s public portal demonstrates that the project is registered, but registration alone does not guarantee completion, possession or quality. For each project listed here, the RERA number is supplied so you can cross‑check it on the UP‑RERA portal.
When you open the portal:
- Enter the RERA number exactly as shown.
- Review the promoter’s quarterly progress reports.
- Confirm the registered completion date if one is publicly recorded.
A past confirmed possession date, such as the one recorded for 1OAK ATMOS, does not imply current availability; always verify the live status with the promoter and the authority.
Comparison table
The selection criteria are objective: RERA number present, promoter named, locality stated, status reported and project cover image available. The table is ordered by data completeness, then alphabetically. Paid or featured position is ignored.
| Project | Promoter | Locality | Status | RERA Number | Confirmed Possession | Configurations | Price Label | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1OAK ATMOS | ONEOAK REALTORS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED | Gomti Nagar Extension, Lucknow | Under construction | UPRERAPRJ263280 | 2023-12-30 | 3 BHK, 4 BHK | ₹1.6 crore onwards | | 1OAK NATURA | ONEOAK REALTORS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED | Sushant Golf City, Lucknow | Under construction | UPRERAPRJ132075 | 2026-03-01 | 2BHK, 3BHK | ₹75 lakh onwards | | AJIT ORO COUNTY | ORO Group | Jankipuram Extension, Lucknow | Under construction | UPRERAPRJ716796 | 2026-12-30 | 3BHK, Plots | ₹82 lakh onwards |
### How to read the confirmed possession column A confirmed possession date is a date that the developer has communicated publicly or recorded on Brickly. It is not a promise. For 1OAK ATMOS, the confirmed possession date of 2023-12-30 has already passed, but past possession does not by itself signal currently available inventory. For the other two projects the dates fall in 2026. Registered completion, if different, is labelled separately; where absent the field is blank.
Project cards
### 1OAK ATMOS
- Location: Gomti Nagar Extension, Lucknow
- Project area: 1.28 acre
- Floor count: 22
- Unit count: 76
- Configurations: 3 BHK (carpet 1600.00), 4 BHK (carpet 2239.00)
- Price label: ₹1.6 crore onwards
- Amenities: Swimming Pool, Yoga Center, Restaurants, Jogging tracks, Kids Play Area, Senior Citizen Area, Gym, CCTV Surveillance.
- RERA: UPRERAPRJ263280 — verify on the UP‑RERA portal before any commitment.
1OAK ATMOS is an under‑construction residential project by ONEOAK REALTORS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED. The confirmed possession date of 2023-12-30 has already passed, so buyers should check with the promoter and UP‑RERA to understand the current construction status and whether any units are still available. The price label starts at ₹1.6 crore, but this is only an indicative floor; actual pricing depends on the specific unit and payment plan.
View the project page: 1OAK ATMOS.
### 1OAK NATURA
- Location: Sushant Golf City, Lucknow
- Project area: 3.8 Acre
- Floor count: 14
- Unit count: 272
- Configurations: 2BHK (carpet 908.00), 3BHK (carpet 1471.20)
- Price label: ₹75 lakh onwards
- Amenities: Swimming Pool, Yoga Center, Restaurants, Jogging tracks, Kids Play Area, Senior Citizen Area, Gym, CCTV Surveillance.
- RERA: UPRERAPRJ132075 — confirm live registration on the UP‑RERA portal.
Also delivered by ONEOAK REALTORS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, 1OAK NATURA is listed as under construction with a confirmed possession date of 2026-03-01. The price label starts at ₹75 lakh. The project offers two configurations: a compact 2BHK and a 3BHK. The possession date is a developer communication, and buyers should obtain the registered completion date from UP‑RERA and the promoter.
View the project page: 1OAK NATURA.
### AJIT ORO COUNTY
- Location: Jankipuram Extension, Lucknow
- Project area: 15.909 Acres
- Floor count: 2
- Unit count: 205
- Configurations: 3BHK (carpet 772.00), Plots (carpet ranging from 1234.00 to 2060.00)
- Price label: ₹82 lakh onwards
- Amenities: GYM, Guest Room, Home theatre, Salon, Basket Court, Kids Area
- RERA: UPRERAPRJ716796 — verify active registration on UP‑RERA.
Promoted by ORO Group, AJIT ORO COUNTY combines an apartment configuration with residential plots. The project is under construction and carries a confirmed possession date of 2026-12-30. The plot carpet areas span from 1234.00 through to 2060.00; an NRI or OCI should confirm with a legal advisor that the plot classification does not fall under agricultural land.
View the project page: AJIT ORO COUNTY.
Practical steps for an NRI buyer
### 1. Open the right bank account Because the RBI only accepts payment through NRE, FCNR(B) or NRO accounts, you need at least one active, KYC‑compliant account before you sign a sale agreement. Speak to your relationship manager about inward remittance limits and Foreign Exchange Management Act reporting requirements.
### 2. Check the RERA registration Go to the UP‑RERA portal and search for the project’s RERA number. Confirm that the promoter’s name matches, the registration is active and the project designated collection account is the same as the one the builder gives you.
### 3. Study the project status Under construction does not mean the construction is progressing on time. Ask the promoter for the latest quarter’s progress report filed with UP‑RERA. Where a registered completion date is absent, note that a confirmed possession date is the developer’s advertised target, not a statutory deadline.
### 4. Use only the project designated collection account UP‑RERA requires developers to collect buyer funds only in a dedicated account for the project. Depositing money into any other account can weaken your legal protection.
### 5. Review the carpet area Carpet area is the net usable floor area inside the apartment. Super area, when disclosed, includes common areas. For NRI buyers accustomed to built‑up or saleable area, clarify which figure drives the price. The configurations above use carpet area as reported in the Brickly database.
### 6. Get local legal and tax advice This guide does not provide legal, tax, banking or investment counsel. You need an independent lawyer to examine the title chain, encumbrance certificate and sale agreement. A practicing Chartered Accountant in India can help with repatriation rules, TDS and Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements relevant to your country of residence — whether the UAE, UK or US. These countries are mentioned only as examples; the supplied evidence does not set out country‑specific tax rates.
### 7. Plan for physical or POA representation An NRI buyer in the UAE, UK or US may either travel for document execution or grant a specific power of attorney to a trusted representative in India. Each state sub‑registrar’s office has its own practice; confirm what is required in Uttar Pradesh before relying on a POA.
### 8. Understand that Vastu is a traditional belief If you consider Vastu principles, remember that Vastu is a traditional belief without guaranteed outcomes. A developer may describe a project as Vastu‑compliant, but that does not ensure any specific result.
Limitations
- This content is educational only and does not constitute legal, tax, banking or investment advice.
- No price, possession, distance, rent, appreciation, return, infrastructure impact or current availability is guaranteed. The price labels in the sources are indicative entry points.
- The absence of a registered completion date means the date has not been publicly recorded in the Brickly database or on UP‑RERA; it should not be inferred.
- A past possession date does not imply present inventory, and it is not a statement of project quality.
- No school, road or facility is asserted to exist; any mention of location is a repeat of the source‑provided locality name.
- Vastu comments are limited to this section and are not applied to individual projects.
- The supplied reference list contains only the RBI FAQ and UP‑RERA portal; other useful resources can be explored on Brickly NRI tools and the Lucknow project search.
How to stay updated
- Visit Brickly NRI for NRI‑specific resources.
- Browse Brickly NRI tools for calculators and checklists.
- Explore Lucknow residential projects.
- Always re‑verify RERA status on the UP‑RERA website and consult the RBI FAQ for the latest policy.
CTA Review the three Lucknow projects on Brickly, confirm their RERA registration on the UP‑RERA portal, and schedule a consultation with your legal and tax advisors before initiating any payment. Use the project-designated collection account only.
- ## Sources
- Reserve Bank of India — NRI/OCI immovable property FAQ: https://systemhealth.rbi.org.in/Scripts/FS_FAQs.aspx_Id%3D117%26fn%3D5.html
- Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority: https://up-rera.in/
- Brickly project data for 1OAK ATMOS, 1OAK NATURA and AJIT ORO COUNTY as verified on 2026-09-06.
*Last verified: 2026-09-06.*