⚖️ Andhra Pradesh Court Fee Calculator

Q: Are court fees the same across all courts in a state?

Generally yes — the state's Court Fees Act schedule applies uniformly across all civil courts within the state. However, High Court original jurisdiction suits may have separate fee schedules. Tribunals and consumer forums also have their own fee structures.

Q: Can court fees be waived?

Yes — indigent persons can file suits without court fees under Order XXXIII of the Code of Civil Procedure. The court examines the financial position of the plaintiff. If declared indigent, the fee is recoverable from the defendant if the suit succeeds. Some states also provide exemptions for women litigants, SC/ST parties, or government bodies.

Q: Are court fees refundable if the case is settled?

Generally no. Court fees are non-refundable once paid. However, some state Acts provide partial refund if a suit is settled by compromise before the first hearing. Check the specific provision in your state's Court Fees Act. Consumer forum fees may also be refundable in certain circumstances.

Calculate court fees for Andhra Pradesh civil courts — money suits, partition, eviction, matrimonial and probate under the A.P. Court Fees and Suits Valuation Act, 1956.

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⚠️ Always verify before filing. Court fees change via Government Orders (G.O.s). Rates above are last verified Feb 2026. Cross-check with the court registry or the official state gazette before paying. Report incorrect rate →

Other Civil Suit Court Fee in Andhra Pradesh — Section 47

Civil suits in Andhra Pradesh that do not fall under any specific provision of the A.P. Court Fees and Suits Valuation Act, 1956 are taxed under Section 47 — the residuary provision. This section prescribes a flat stepped fee based on the value of the subject matter: ₹50 (below ₹3,000), ₹100 (₹3k–₹5k), ₹200 (₹5k–₹10k), or ₹300 (above ₹10,000). The ₹300 cap makes this section attractive for novel suits — but courts in AP are watchful against misuse. If a specific provision in the Act covers your suit type, Section 47 does not apply.

How is the court fee calculated?

Verify that no specific provision of the A.P. Court Fees Act 1956 covers your suit type. Check Schedule I, Schedule II, and all sections of the Act. Section 47 applies only to suits "not otherwise provided for".
Determine the value of the subject matter of the suit — the relief sought valued in money terms.
Apply the flat fee: below ₹3,000 → ₹50 | ₹3,000–₹5,000 → ₹100 | ₹5,001–₹10,000 → ₹200 | above ₹10,000 → ₹300.
The fee is capped at ₹300 regardless of the suit value above ₹10,000.
Verify your classification with a senior counsel or court fee expert before filing — if the court finds a specific provision applies, it may return the plaint for deficit court fee.

Key points advocates must know

Section 47 is a true residuary — it covers genuine gaps in the Act. Do not use it to artificially minimise court fee on suits that have a specific provision.
Examples of suits that may genuinely fall under Section 47 in AP: suits under co-operative societies regulations (where no specific court fee provision exists in those regulations), suits under certain local AP Acts without their own fee schedule, declaratory suits under revenue laws that are not covered by Section 24.
Consumer forum cases, labour tribunal matters, MACT claims, and revenue court proceedings have their own fee structures under their respective statutes — they are NOT governed by Section 47.
AP courts in commercial districts (Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Guntur) have large commercial practice — classify suit types carefully and consult the correct provision.
If opposing counsel files an objection that your suit falls under a specific provision (not Section 47), the court will hear both sides and determine the correct provision. This can delay the case significantly.

Frequently asked questions

What types of suits commonly use Section 47 in AP courts? ▼

In practice, Section 47 is used for: suits under state amendments and local bodies legislation without their own court fee provision; suits for mandatory injunctions of a unique nature; disputes under co-operative society bye-laws; suits under certain Central Acts passed after the Court Fees Act where no specific fee provision was included. It is also sometimes used for suits of first impression where no precedent exists on the applicable court fee provision.

Is the ₹300 cap under Section 47 still valid in AP or has it been revised? ▼

The ₹300 maximum under Section 47 as enacted in the 1956 Act continues to apply unless specifically revised by a Government Order. While Telangana and other states have revised some court fee rates via G.O.s, verify the current status of Section 47 from the latest AP Gazette (https://apgazette.apcfss.in) before relying on ₹300 as the cap for a high-value novel suit.

⚖️ Source: A.P. Court Fees and Suits Valuation Act, 1956 · Verified February 2026 · Report incorrect rate

Frequently Asked Questions

How is court fee calculated in India? ▼

Court fees in India are calculated based on the nature and value of the suit. Money and property recovery suits attract ad valorem (percentage-based) fees on the suit value. Declaratory suits, matrimonial suits, and some other categories attract fixed fees. Each state has its own Court Fees Act with its own schedule — there is no single uniform national schedule.

What happens if I pay less court fee than required? ▼

The court will return the plaint for payment of deficit fees. You must pay the deficit and re-present the plaint. The date of re-presentation (not the original date) is treated as the date of institution — this can critically affect limitation if you are close to the deadline. Always calculate accurately and, when in doubt, pay slightly more (the court will not object).

Are court fees the same across all courts in a state? ▼

Generally yes — the state's Court Fees Act applies uniformly across all civil courts within the state. However, High Court original jurisdiction suits may have a separate fee schedule. Tribunals (NCLT, DRT, DRAT) and consumer forums have their own separate fee structures under their respective statutes.

Can court fees be waived for indigent litigants? ▼

Yes. Order XXXIII of the Code of Civil Procedure allows indigent persons to file suits without court fees. The court examines the plaintiff's financial position. If declared indigent, the fee is recoverable from the defendant if the suit succeeds. Some states also have exemptions for women litigants, SC/ST parties, government bodies, and legal aid cases.

Are court fees refundable? ▼

Generally no — court fees are non-refundable once paid. Some state Acts provide a partial refund if a suit is settled by compromise before the first hearing. Check the specific provision in your state's Court Fees Act. Consumer forum fees may also be partially refundable in certain circumstances — verify with the specific forum.

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