⚖️ 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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Partition Suit Court Fee in Andhra Pradesh

Partition suits in Andhra Pradesh courts are valued under Section 19(vi) of the A.P. Court Fees and Suits Valuation Act, 1956 — the court fee is calculated not on the total property value but exclusively on the market value of the plaintiff's share. This makes the fee significantly lower than a money suit on the full property value, but getting the valuation right is critical. AP Sub-Registrar office circle rates, pahani/adangal records from the Revenue Department, and IGRS AP guidance values are the primary references for property valuation in AP partition suits.

How is the court fee calculated?

Ascertain the total market value of the property to be partitioned. Use the Sub-Registrar's circle rate for the area (available at https://registration.ap.gov.in/igrsap) or the actual market value, whichever is higher.
Determine your fractional share — e.g., 1/3rd of a ₹90L property = ₹30L is the plaintiff's share. Enter ₹30L as the suit value.
For agricultural land, use the pahani record from the MeeSeva portal (https://meeseva.ap.gov.in) and the village market value to determine share value.
For properties with tenants or encumbrances, the market value is still the full market value (not reduced for encumbrances) for court fee purposes.
Apply the Schedule I Article 1(c) slab rates on the plaintiff's share value. The ceiling-rounding mechanism applies to each slab.

Key points advocates must know

The court fee is on the PLAINTIFF'S SHARE only — the court cannot compel payment on the full property value at the outset.
If the court finds the valuation is undervalued, it can return the plaint for payment of deficit fees after the suit has been initiated — this does not necessarily restart limitation.
Multiple plaintiffs with separate shares: each plaintiff pays fee on their own share independently. One plaintiff cannot pay fee covering another's share.
For partitioning multiple properties, add up the plaintiff's share across all properties and pay fee on the aggregate share value.
Patta disputes and partition suits in AP are common — verify whether you need to file in civil court or approach the Revenue Divisional Officer (RDO) for agricultural land, as some land disputes have a dual forum in AP.

Frequently asked questions

What records do I need to value my share in an AP partition suit? ▼

For urban property: Sub-Registrar circle rate (IGRS AP portal) and recent market sales data. For agricultural land: pahani/adangal from MeeSeva AP, district schedule of rates, and any recent sale deeds of comparable land in the same village/survey number. Courts in AP generally accept circle rate as the minimum benchmark.

Can I amend the plaint to add more properties and pay deficit fee later? ▼

Yes — amendment of the plaint is permitted under Order VI Rule 17 CPC. Upon amendment adding new property or revising value, the court will direct payment of the deficit court fee. Limitation for the added property runs from the date of amendment, not the original filing date — plan property additions carefully.

⚖️ 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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