⚖️ Tamil Nadu Court Fee Calculator
Fees under T.N. Court-fees and Suits Valuation Act, 1955 — gazette-verified through Act 20 of 2021
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Writ Petition Court Fee in Tamil Nadu High Court
Writ petitions filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India in the Tamil Nadu High Court carry a fixed court fee of ₹100 under Schedule II, Article 11(s) of the Tamil Nadu Court-fees and Suits Valuation Act, 1955 (T.N. Act XIV of 1955). Supervisory petitions under Article 227 also attract the same ₹100 fee. Habeas Corpus petitions are exempt from court fee entirely.
How is the court fee calculated?
- For all Article 226 writs (Mandamus, Certiorari, Prohibition, Quo Warranto): ₹100 fixed.
- For Article 227 supervisory jurisdiction petitions: ₹100 fixed.
- Habeas Corpus petitions: ₹0 — no court fee is payable.
- No suit value input is needed. The court fee is uniform regardless of the relief amount or the nature of the writ sought.
Key points advocates must know
- Writ petition court fee (₹100) is the stamp duty on the petition paper. Separate process fees apply for service on respondents — these vary per respondent.
- Writ Appeals (WAMP) against a Single Judge's order in a writ petition have a separate court fee under the Writ Appeal Rules — verify with the High Court registry.
- Letters Patent Appeals (LPA) and Second Appeals have their own schedule — they are not covered by this ₹100 flat fee.
- Some writ petitions require separate undertakings or affidavits which may attract nominal stamp fees — check the TS High Court Rules for specific requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Is the ₹100 court fee the total cost of filing a writ in Tamil Nadu High Court? ▼
No — ₹100 is only the court fee stamp. Additional charges include: process fee per respondent (variable), paper book preparation charges, advocate's fee, and any application fees for urgent hearing or stay. The total filing cost is significantly higher than ₹100.
Can I file a writ petition directly without going to the lower court first? ▼
Yes — High Courts have original writ jurisdiction. However, courts often expect you to first exhaust available alternative remedies (appeals, statutory authorities) before invoking writ jurisdiction. Exceptions include constitutional challenges, violations of fundamental rights, or absence of adequate alternative remedy.
⚖️ Source: Tamil Nadu Court-fees and Suits Valuation Act, 1955 (T.N. Act XIV of 1955) · 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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