This consumer court fee calculator tells you, in one step, how much fee you pay to file a consumer complaint, which commission will hear it, where to file, and the last date to file. It uses the fee table notified in 2022 and the pecuniary limits in force since 2021.
Consumer court fee and jurisdiction checker
Consumer Protection Act, 2019 and Rule 7, Consumer Disputes Redressal Commissions Rules, 2020 (as amended in 2022).
How to use the checker
- Enter the amount you paid for the product or service, such as the price of a phone, a flat or an insurance premium.
- Optionally enter the date the cause of action arose to see the two-year deadline.
- Click Check fee and commission to see the fee, the commission, where to file and the appeal period.
Pecuniary jurisdiction at a glance
| Value of goods or services paid | Commission | Section |
|---|---|---|
| Up to ₹50 lakh | District Commission | S. 34 |
| Above ₹50 lakh up to ₹2 crore | State Commission | S. 47 |
| Above ₹2 crore | National Commission | S. 58 |
Fees range from nil to ₹7,500. Our guide on consumer court fees in Delhi has the complete slab-wise table and explains the appeal deposits.
Why the price paid matters, not the claim
Under the old 1986 Act, jurisdiction depended on the value of the goods plus the compensation claimed. The 2019 Act changed this to the value of goods or services paid as consideration. So a buyer of a ₹60,000 phone who claims ₹5 lakh as compensation still files before the District Commission and pays no fee. Inflating the claim no longer moves the case to a higher commission.
Territorial jurisdiction
A District Commission can hear your complaint if the opposite party resides or carries on business in its area, if the cause of action arose there, or if you reside or personally work for gain there. For most Delhi residents this means filing before the district commission for their own area, whatever the seller’s location.
Before you file
- Send a written complaint or legal notice to the seller or service provider.
- Collect the invoice, warranty, correspondence, photographs and any expert report.
- Calculate the refund, compensation and costs you will claim.
- File online on e-Jagriti; see how to file a consumer complaint online in Delhi.
For property disputes, read consumer complaints against builders in Delhi. A consumer complaint lawyer in Delhi can value the claim, draft the complaint and argue it.
Frequently asked questions
How is consumer court fee calculated?
The fee depends on the value of the goods or services you paid for, under Rule 7 of the Consumer Protection (Consumer Disputes Redressal Commissions) Rules, 2020. It is nil up to ₹5 lakh and rises in slabs to ₹7,500 above ₹10 crore. Enter the amount paid in the checker to see your fee.
Which consumer commission should I approach?
The District Commission hears complaints where the price paid is up to ₹50 lakh, the State Commission above ₹50 lakh up to ₹2 crore, and the National Commission above ₹2 crore.
Is jurisdiction based on the compensation I claim?
No. Under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, jurisdiction and fee both depend on the value of goods or services paid as consideration. A large compensation claim on a small purchase still goes to the District Commission.
Can I file in Delhi against a company based in another state?
Yes. Section 34(2) allows you to file before the District Commission where you live or personally work for gain, even if the company is based elsewhere.
What is the time limit for a consumer complaint?
Two years from the date the cause of action arose, under Section 69. The commission may condone delay if you show sufficient cause.
How do I pay the consumer court fee?
Fees are paid online on the e-Jagriti portal while filing, or as directed by the commission when filing in person.
This checker gives general information based on the Act and Rules. Check the commission’s current practice before filing.
Related guides and services
- Consumer court fees in Delhi: full fee table
- Consumer complaint online in Delhi
- Consumer complaint against a builder in Delhi
- Consumer Complaint Lawyer in Delhi
Written and reviewed by Advocate Shubham Mehta
Advocate, Bar Council of Delhi (Enrl. No. D/6398/2021), and head of SRLM Law Associates. He practises before Rohini Courts, other Delhi District Courts, Family Courts, consumer commissions and the Delhi High Court. More about the firm
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Last updated: September 2026. This page is for general information only and is not legal advice.