Stamp duty & registration benefit in 80c, if paid by builder

Dear All,

I am planning to buy a new ready to move flat from builder directly.

The builder is saying that I shall pay the stamp duty & registration charges in his company name & then he will pay it to concerned authorities.

but my query is that if he pays the Stamp duty then will I be able to claim the tax benefit under 80C ?

Please can anyone comment on this and help me get the clear picture.

Regards,

Mayank