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Karnataka Court Fee Calculator

Under the Karnataka Court Fees & Suits Valuation Act, 1958

For a money claim, find its row in Schedule I and apply the base fee plus the rate on the amount above the threshold. A ₹1,00,000 claim gives ₹6,625 under Article 1. Other proceedings can use different valuation rules or fixed fees.

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About this tool

This calculator computes court fees payable under the Karnataka Court Fees and Suits Valuation Act, 1958 (as amended by Act 2 of 1993). Select from 48 suit types across 9 categories — property suits, money suits, matrimonial petitions, succession matters, appeals, execution applications, and more.

The engine applies the 16-row ad valorem slab table for value-based suits and fixed-fee schedules for specific petition types. It also includes a Refund Estimator that calculates refund amounts based on the stage at which a suit is settled or withdrawn. All calculations are deterministic and run entirely in your browser — this tool is specific to Karnataka courts.

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Choose the type of suit or petition to calculate the court fee

Disclaimer: This tool provides estimates based on applicable Indian statutes and their amendments as available in the public domain. Actual timelines, fees, or outcomes may vary based on specific circumstances, judicial interpretation, and subsequent amendments or government notifications. This tool is for reference purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult a qualified legal professional before taking any action.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the ad valorem court fee calculated in Karnataka?

Ad valorem fees are calculated using the slab table in Schedule I of the Karnataka Court Fees & Suits Valuation Act, 1958 (as amended in 1993). You find the slab your suit value falls into and apply the formula: fee = base fee + rate × (suit value − slab threshold). This is a single-slab lookup, not a cumulative marginal calculation.

What is the difference between money suits and property suits?

Money suits (e.g., recovery of debt, damages) use the claimed amount as the subject matter value. Property suits (e.g., partition, injunction) use the market value of the property in question. The court fee slab is the same, but how the "value" is determined differs based on the Suits Valuation Act provisions for each category.

Can I get a refund of court fees?

Yes, partial refunds are available under certain conditions — for example, if a suit is settled before judgment, withdrawn, or dismissed at an early stage. The refund percentage depends on the stage of the proceedings. Use the Refund Estimator tab in this calculator to estimate your refund amount.

How are appeal court fees calculated?

Appeal fees depend on the type of appeal. First appeals from original suits typically require the same ad valorem fee as the original suit. Second appeals and certain miscellaneous appeals may have fixed fees or reduced ad valorem rates. The calculator handles all these variations automatically based on the suit type you select.

What is the court fee for a suit valued up to ₹15,000?

Schedule I, Article 1 applies 2.5% to a subject-matter value up to ₹15,000. For example, ₹10,000 gives ₹250 and ₹15,000 gives ₹375. Higher values use the relevant row of the 16-row schedule. The valuation basis and any fixed fee depend on the type of proceeding.

Which act governs court fees in Karnataka?

Court fees in Karnataka are governed by the Karnataka Court Fees and Suits Valuation Act, 1958 (Karnataka Act No. 16 of 1958), as amended by Act 2 of 1993. This is a state-specific law — other Indian states have their own court fee legislation. This calculator is specific to Karnataka courts.