⚖️ Andhra Pradesh Court Fee Calculator
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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Probate Court Fee in Andhra Pradesh | Letters of Administration
Probate petitions and applications for Letters of Administration in Andhra Pradesh are filed before the AP High Court at Amaravati (for testamentary jurisdiction) or before the District Judge under the Indian Succession Act, 1925. Court fee is governed by Schedule I, Article 6 of the A.P. Court Fees and Suits Valuation Act, 1956 and uses a bracket system — the applicable rate is applied to the ENTIRE net estate value, not progressively. With AP experiencing rapid real estate appreciation particularly in the coastal districts and Amaravati region, probate fee calculations have become significant for high-value estates.
How is the court fee calculated?
- Determine the net estate value: total market value of all assets left by the deceased (movable and immovable) minus liabilities (loans, dues) as on the date of death (if petition filed within 1 year of death) or date of filing (if filed after 1 year — Section 53).
- For immovable property in AP: use the AP Sub-Registrar circle rate from the IGRS AP portal (https://registration.ap.gov.in/igrsap) for the district and area, or the actual market value, whichever is higher.
- Find the applicable bracket: ≤₹1,000 (no fee) / ₹1,001–₹5,000 (2%) / ₹5,001–₹50,000 (3%) / ₹50,001–₹1L (4%) / above ₹1L (5%).
- This is a BRACKET system — the rate applies to the total estate value, not just the excess. Example: estate of ₹80,000 → bracket = 4% → fee = 4% × ₹80,000 = ₹3,200.
- Verify with the AP HC Amaravati testamentary jurisdiction registry for any additional filing fees specific to the High Court.
Key points advocates must know
- AP HC Amaravati exercises testamentary jurisdiction for probate / LA petitions. The District Judge also has jurisdiction for estates below a specified value — verify the current pecuniary limit with the AP HC registry.
- The bracket system means the fee jumps at each bracket threshold — an estate of ₹1,00,001 attracts 5% on the ENTIRE amount (₹5,000.05), whereas an estate of ₹1,00,000 attracts only 4% (₹4,000).
- Section 53 AP Court Fees Act: valuation date is date of death if petition is filed within 1 year; date of petition if filed after 1 year. In AP where property values have risen sharply, the timing of filing can significantly affect the fee.
- For AP coastal land and agricultural land estates, the actual market price often far exceeds the circle rate — courts may insist on an independent valuation report if the stated value appears undervalued.
- AP High Court registry at Amaravati may require a schedule of assets (annexure) along with the probate petition listing all properties and their values — prepare this carefully.
Frequently asked questions
Is probate mandatory in Andhra Pradesh for all wills? ▼
Probate of a will is mandatory in AP for immovable property situated in the areas which fall within the original jurisdiction of the erstwhile AP HC (essentially the urban areas). For other areas, probate is not mandatory but is recommended for smooth succession. Letters of Administration are required when there is no will. Banks in AP typically accept either probate or a Succession Certificate for releasing fixed deposits.
Where do I file a probate petition in Andhra Pradesh? ▼
Probate petitions in AP are filed before the AP High Court at Amaravati (Testamentary and Intestate Jurisdiction) for estates in High Court jurisdiction areas, or before the District Judge for other estates. Since the AP HC moved to Amaravati, all testamentary petitions are filed there. Verify current jurisdiction division with the AP HC registry at https://hc.ap.nic.in.
⚖️ 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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