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Sections = court or forumI High Court → II Sessions / District Judge → III Magistrate & Civil Judge → IV Commissions & Tribunals, then formats for all courts and guides.

Colour = nature of disputeCivilCriminalNDPSCheque Bounce (NI Act)Matrimonial & FamilyConsumerGeneral (all courts)Checklists & Guides

Icon = nature of workPetitionComplaintApplicationNoticeAffidavitVakalatnamaChecklistGuide

How it works: stages at a glance

Arrest

  1. 1Arrest and arrest memo
  2. 2Grounds of arrest told; family informed
  3. 3Medical examination
  4. 4Production before a Magistrate within 24 hours
  5. 5Remand or bail
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Remand

  1. 1First production
  2. 2Police custody: up to 15 days
  3. 3Judicial custody
  4. 4Charge-sheet within 60 or 90 days
  5. 5Default bail if not filed
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Civil suit

  1. 1Plaint
  2. 2Summons
  3. 3Written statement
  4. 4Issues
  5. 5Evidence
  6. 6Arguments
  7. 7Judgment and decree
  8. 8Execution
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Cheque bounce

  1. 1Presentation and return
  2. 2Legal notice — 30 days
  3. 3Time to pay — 15 days
  4. 4Complaint — one month
  5. 5Trial
  6. 6Appeal
  7. 7Settlement
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Matrimonial

  1. 1Mediation and counselling
  2. 2Divorce petition
  3. 3Interim maintenance
  4. 4Domestic violence relief
  5. 5Evidence and decision
  6. 6Appeal
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NDPS

  1. 1Search and seizure (Ss. 42, 43, 50)
  2. 2Inventory and samples (S. 52A)
  3. 3Arrest and production
  4. 4Bail: S. 37 for commercial quantity
  5. 5Charge-sheet within 180 days (S. 36A(4))
  6. 6Trial before the Special Court
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IPunjab & Haryana High Court

5 items

CRM-M bail, anticipatory bail and quashing; CWP writs; CR and CRR revisions; RSA and RFA appeals; CRA criminal appeals; COCP contempt; transfer petitions

TitleWhat it is forCourt / forumFormatSizeDownload
Quashing of FIR on CompromiseSection 528 BNSS, 2023 (Section 482 CrPC)CriminalPetitionPetition to quash an FIR after a genuine settlement between the parties.

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P&H High CourtDOCX40 KB / 82 KBWord 40 KBPDF 82 KB
P&H High Court Objection Checklist: Civil (27.05.2024)Checklists & GuidesChecklistThe High Court registry's own objection list for filing.P&H High CourtOfficial PDF—Open
P&H High Court Objection Checklist: Civil Writ (02.06.2026)Checklists & GuidesChecklistThe High Court registry's own objection list for filing.P&H High CourtOfficial PDF—Open
P&H High Court Objection Checklist: CriminalChecklists & GuidesChecklistThe High Court registry's own objection list for filing.P&H High CourtOfficial PDF—Open
Common Objections and How They Are CuredChecklists & GuidesChecklistPlain-language notes on frequent filing objections.P&H High CourtWeb page—Open

IISessions Court / District Judge

5 items

Regular and anticipatory bail; NDPS Special Court; criminal revisions and appeals; civil appeals; guardianship, succession and matrimonial petitions

TitleWhat it is forCourt / forumFormatSizeDownload
Regular Bail ApplicationSection 483 BNSS, 2023CriminalApplicationBail for a person in custody.

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Sessions Court / High CourtDOCX, PDF40 KB / 82 KB / 40 KB / 82 KBWord Detailed 40 KBPDF 82 KBWord With preparation notes 40 KBPDF With preparation notes 82 KB
Anticipatory Bail ApplicationSection 482 BNSS, 2023CriminalApplicationProtection from arrest in a non-bailable offence.

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Sessions Court / High CourtDOCX40 KB / 80 KBWord 40 KBPDF 80 KB
Guardianship PetitionSections 7 & 10 Guardians and Wards Act, 1890Matrimonial & FamilyPetitionAppointment of a guardian of a minor's person or property.

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District Judge / Family CourtDOCX40 KB / 86 KBWord 40 KBPDF 86 KB
NDPS Bail: Section 37 and Compliance PointsNDPSChecklistUse with the regular bail format: twin conditions, quantity, and search, seizure and sampling points.Special Court (NDPS)Web page—Open

IIIMagistrate & Civil Judge Courts

16 items

Criminal complaints and trials; Section 138 NI Act; DV Act; maintenance; bail before the JMIC; civil suits, injunctions and execution

TitleWhat it is forCourt / forumFormatSizeDownload
Civil Suit for Recovery of MoneyOrder VII CPCCivilPetitionPlaint to recover an unpaid debt or dues with interest and costs.

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Civil Judge / District CourtDOCX40 KB / 90 KBWord 40 KBPDF 90 KB
Suit for Permanent InjunctionSection 38 Specific Relief Act, 1963CivilPetitionPlaint to restrain interference with possession or a legal right.

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Civil JudgeDOCX40 KB / 87 KBWord 40 KBPDF 87 KB
Temporary Injunction ApplicationOrder XXXIX Rules 1 & 2 CPCCivilApplicationInterim stay while the suit is pending (prima facie case, balance of convenience, irreparable loss).

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Civil JudgeDOCX39 KB / 79 KBWord 39 KBPDF 79 KB
Amendment of Pleadings ApplicationOrder VI Rule 17 CPCCivilApplicationLeave to amend the plaint or written statement.

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Civil CourtDOCX39 KB / 77 KBWord 39 KBPDF 77 KB
Production of Additional Documents ApplicationOrder VII Rule 14(3) / Order VIII Rule 1A(3) CPCCivilApplicationLeave to place documents on record after filing of pleadings.

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Civil CourtDOCX, PDF39 KB / 77 KB / 39 KB / 77 KBWord Detailed 39 KBPDF 77 KBWord With preparation notes 39 KBPDF With preparation notes 77 KB
Restoration of Suit Dismissed in DefaultOrder IX Rule 9 CPCCivilApplicationRestores a suit dismissed for non-appearance of the plaintiff.

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Civil CourtDOCX39 KB / 73 KBWord 39 KBPDF 73 KB
Setting Aside Ex Parte DecreeOrder IX Rule 13 CPCCivilApplicationAsks the court to set aside a decree passed in the defendant's absence.

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Civil CourtDOCX39 KB / 76 KBWord 39 KBPDF 76 KB
Execution ApplicationOrder XXI Rule 11 CPCCivilApplicationSeeks execution of a decree for money or property.

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Executing CourtDOCX39 KB / 84 KBWord 39 KBPDF 84 KB
Substituted Service ApplicationOrder V Rule 20 CPCCivilApplicationService by publication or affixation when ordinary service fails.

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Civil CourtDOCX39 KB / 73 KBWord 39 KBPDF 73 KB
Exemption from Personal Appearance (Criminal)Sections 228 / 355 BNSS (Sections 205 / 317 CrPC)CriminalApplicationExcuses the accused's presence on a date, with appearance through counsel.

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Magistrate / Sessions CourtDOCX, PDF39 KB / 76 KB / 39 KB / 76 KBWord Detailed 39 KBPDF 76 KBWord With preparation notes 39 KBPDF With preparation notes 76 KB
Bail Bond / Surety SubstitutionSection 489 BNSS, 2023CriminalApplicationReplaces or discharges a surety on an existing bail bond.

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Magistrate / Sessions CourtDOCX39 KB / 80 KBWord 39 KBPDF 80 KB
Release of Case Property on SuperdariSections 497 / 503 BNSS, 2023CriminalApplicationInterim custody of a seized vehicle or article pending trial.

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MagistrateDOCX39 KB / 79 KBWord 39 KBPDF 79 KB
Complaint under Section 138 NI ActSections 138 & 142 NI Act, 1881Cheque Bounce (NI Act)ComplaintCriminal complaint after the 15-day payment period expires.

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Judicial Magistrate First ClassDOCX40 KB / 88 KBWord 40 KBPDF 88 KB
Maintenance PetitionSection 144 BNSS, 2023 (Section 125 CrPC)Matrimonial & FamilyPetitionMonthly maintenance for wife, children or parents.

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Family Court / JMICDOCX40 KB / 83 KBWord 40 KBPDF 83 KB
Complaint under Section 12, DV ActSection 12 PWDV Act, 2005Matrimonial & FamilyComplaintProtection, residence, monetary and custody reliefs.

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Judicial Magistrate First ClassDOCX40 KB / 82 KBWord 40 KBPDF 82 KB

IVCommissions, Tribunals & Other Forums

2 items

Consumer Commissions; Motor Accident Claims Tribunal; DRT, Rent Controller, Lok Adalat and Family Court where relevant

TitleWhat it is forCourt / forumFormatSizeDownload
Claim Petition before the MACTSection 166 Motor Vehicles Act, 1988CivilPetitionCompensation claim for death or injury in a motor accident.

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Motor Accident Claims TribunalDOCX40 KB / 86 KBWord 40 KBPDF 86 KB
Consumer Complaint (District Commission)Section 35 Consumer Protection Act, 2019ConsumerComplaintComplaint for deficiency in service or defective goods.

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District Consumer CommissionDOCX40 KB / 81 KBWord 40 KBPDF 81 KB

VAll Courts: Common Applications & General Formats

8 items

Adjournment, early hearing, certified copies, inspection, delay, withdrawal; affidavits and vakalatnama

TitleWhat it is forCourt / forumFormatSizeDownload
Adjournment ApplicationOrder XVII Rule 1 CPC; Section 346 BNSSGeneral (all courts)ApplicationShort adjournment for a stated, genuine reason.

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Any civil or criminal courtDOCX, PDF39 KB / 78 KB / 39 KB / 78 KBWord Detailed 39 KBPDF 78 KBWord With preparation notes 39 KBPDF With preparation notes 78 KB
Early Hearing ApplicationSection 151 CPC / inherent powersGeneral (all courts)ApplicationAsks the court to take up the matter before the date fixed.

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Any courtDOCX, PDF39 KB / 71 KB / 39 KB / 71 KBWord Detailed 39 KBPDF 71 KBWord With preparation notes 39 KBPDF With preparation notes 71 KB
Certified Copy ApplicationHigh Court / Copying RulesGeneral (all courts)ApplicationCertified copies of orders, judgments or file documents.

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Copying Agency of the courtDOCX, PDF39 KB / 72 KB / 39 KB / 72 KBWord Detailed 39 KBPDF 72 KBWord With preparation notes 39 KBPDF With preparation notes 72 KB
Inspection of Judicial FileHigh Court Rules / Section 151 CPCGeneral (all courts)ApplicationPermission to inspect the court record.

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Any courtDOCX, PDF39 KB / 70 KB / 39 KB / 70 KBWord Detailed 39 KBPDF 70 KBWord With preparation notes 39 KBPDF With preparation notes 70 KB
Condonation of Delay ApplicationSection 5 Limitation Act, 1963General (all courts)ApplicationExplains sufficient cause for filing an appeal or application late.

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Any courtDOCX39 KB / 74 KBWord 39 KBPDF 74 KB
Withdrawal of Case / ComplaintOrder XXIII Rule 1 CPC; Section 280 BNSSGeneral (all courts)ApplicationWithdraws a suit or complaint, with or without liberty to refile.

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Any courtDOCX39 KB / 76 KBWord 39 KBPDF 76 KB
General AffidavitOrder XIX CPC; Oaths Act, 1969General (all courts)AffidavitSworn statement of facts with verification.Any court / authorityDOCX, PDF38 KB / 67 KBWord 38 KBPDF 67 KB
Vakalatnama and Memo of AppearanceOrder III Rule 4 CPC; Advocates Act, 1961General (all courts)VakalatnamaAuthorises an advocate to act; memo for counsel's appearance.Any courtDOCX, PDF38 KB / 74 KBWord 38 KBPDF 74 KB

VIChecklists & How-it-works Guides

15 items

Document checklists, stage-by-stage guides and FAQs

TitleWhat it is forCourt / forumFormatSizeDownload
Document ChecklistsChecklists & GuidesChecklistWhat to collect for bail, cheque bounce, civil suit, matrimonial, consumer and writ matters.All courtsWeb page (printable)—Open
NDPS Bail: Section 37 and Compliance PointsChecklists & GuidesChecklistThe twin conditions, quantity, and the search, seizure and sampling points to check.Special Court (NDPS)Web page—Open
How It Works: ArrestChecklists & GuidesGuideShort plain-language stages of arrest, with the law and what to do.—Web page—Open
How It Works: RemandChecklists & GuidesGuideShort plain-language stages of remand, with the law and what to do.—Web page—Open
How It Works: Civil suitChecklists & GuidesGuideShort plain-language stages of civil suit, with the law and what to do.—Web page—Open
How It Works: NDPSChecklists & GuidesGuideShort plain-language stages of ndps, with the law and what to do.—Web page—Open
Arrest and bailChecklists & GuidesGuideStage by stage, what to prepare, FAQs and official sources.—Web page—Open
Cheque bounce (Section 138 NI Act)Checklists & GuidesGuideStage by stage, what to prepare, FAQs and official sources.—Web page—Open
Matrimonial, domestic violence and maintenanceChecklists & GuidesGuideStage by stage, what to prepare, FAQs and official sources.—Web page—Open
Consumer complaintsChecklists & GuidesGuideStage by stage, what to prepare, FAQs and official sources.—Web page—Open
Civil suits and injunctionsChecklists & GuidesGuideStage by stage, what to prepare, FAQs and official sources.—Web page—Open
Writ petitions and service mattersChecklists & GuidesGuideStage by stage, what to prepare, FAQs and official sources.—Web page—Open
ArbitrationChecklists & GuidesGuideStage by stage, what to prepare, FAQs and official sources.—Web page—Open
Recovery and banking (SARFAESI and DRT)Checklists & GuidesGuideStage by stage, what to prepare, FAQs and official sources.—Web page—Open
Property and rentChecklists & GuidesGuideStage by stage, what to prepare, FAQs and official sources.—Web page—Open

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