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 +metatag-keywords=(e filing court, ecourts efiling, court online filing, e-filing process)
 +metatag-description=(e-Filing portal (filing.ecourts.gov.in) lets advocates + parties file cases online. Some HCs have own portals.)
 +}}
  
 +====== e-Filing in district + High Courts — process + RTI (2026 guide) ======
 +
 +{{ :social:auto:ecourts-efiling-courts.png?direct&1200 }}
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 +<WRAP info>
 +**Quick answer:** e-Filing for district courts via filing.ecourts.gov.in. Some HCs have own portals (e.g., Bombay HC, Madras HC). Available for criminal + civil + family + writ matters.
 +</WRAP>
 +
 +===== Key facts =====
 +  * eCourts e-Filing covers 16,000+ district courts
 +  * HCs vary: some on eCourts, some on own portal
 +  * Available 24x7 for filing
 +  * Court fees paid online (e-stamp / DD)
 +  * Acknowledgement slip + diary no. issued instantly
 +  * Hearing date allocated by court within 7-15 days
 +
 +===== Step-by-step =====
 +  - **Register at filing.ecourts.gov.in** — Advocate / Party-in-Person.
 +  - **Choose district / HC** — Then court establishment.
 +  - **Upload pleadings + annexures** — PDF format, max size limits.
 +  - **Pay court fees online** — e-stamp via state portal or DD.
 +  - **Submit + receive diary no.** — Hearing date in 7-15 days.
 +  - **Track via case status portal** — Diary no. → CNR.
 +
 +===== Common issues =====
 +  * Filing rejected — formatting / fee / annexure issues; correct + re-file.
 +  * Court fee dispute — RTI for state schedule.
 +  * Diary no. not generated — server issue; retry or call helpdesk.
 +  * Hearing date too late — file mention slip for early listing.
 +
 +===== If stuck — file an RTI =====
 +
 +Court records are split: judicial records (case file, orders) follow CPC rules + court counter; administrative records (vacancy, infrastructure, listing logic, judges' assets) are disclosable via RTI to the court PIO.
 +
 +<code>
 +1. Status of my case no. _____ as on date.
 +2. Reasons for delay / non-listing in past 30 days.
 +3. Number of similar cases pending + disposed in past 12 months.
 +4. Procedure to seek certified copy / file inspection.
 +5. Name + designation of court PIO + appellate authority.
 +</code>
 +
 +**Auto-fill the PIO + your case:** [[:rti-for-court-case-delay|Open the AI RTI Drafter →]]
 +
 +===== Frequently asked questions =====
 +==== Mandatory? ====
 +Some courts/case types yes; others optional.
 +
 +==== Cost? ====
 +Same as physical filing (court fees) + minor portal charges.
 +
 +==== Court fees state-specific? ====
 +Yes. RTI to court for fee schedule.
 +
 +==== Filing rejected — recourse? ====
 +Correct deficiencies + re-file. Or paper file.
 +
 +===== Summary + next step =====
 +
 +<WRAP center round tip 90%>
 +**Bottom line:** e-Filing for district courts via filing.ecourts.gov.in. Some HCs have own portals (e.g., Bombay HC, Madras HC). Available for criminal + civil + family + writ matters.
 +
 +  * **AI RTI Drafter:** [[:rti-for-court-case-delay|Auto-fill PIO + your case]]
 +  * **Browse all eCourts guides:** [[:ecourts:start|eCourts index]]
 +  * **Helplines + grievance:** [[:helplines:start|32 helplines]]
 +</WRAP>
 +
 +===== Related =====
 +  * [[:ecourts:start|All eCourts + judicial guides]]
 +  * [[:helplines:start|Helplines]]
 +  * [[:citizen-rti-playbook|Full RTI Playbook]]
 +
 +//Last reviewed: 26 April 2026.//
 +
 +{{tag>ecourts efiling-courts judicial citizen-services}}