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+metatag-keywords=(court mediation, mediation process, mediation centres india, mediation rti)
+metatag-description=(Court mediation: confidential + structured negotiation. Free at District Mediation Centres. Recognised by Mediation Act 2023.)
+}}
+====== Court mediation — process + outcomes (2026 guide) ======
+{{ :social:auto:ecourts-mediation-court.png?direct&1200 }}
+<WRAP info>
+**Quick answer:** Mediation is structured negotiation at District Mediation Centres + HC Mediation Centres. Free + confidential + voluntary. Mediation Act 2023 strengthens framework. Decisions binding when accepted.
+</WRAP>
+===== Key facts =====
+  * Mediation Act 2023 (operational since Oct 2023)
+  * District Mediation Centres at every court complex
+  * High Court Mediation Centres at most HCs
+  * Free + voluntary + confidential
+  * Mediator: trained lawyer / advocate / judge (retired)
+  * Decision binding only when accepted by both parties
+===== Step-by-step =====
+  - **Apply for mediation** — Court refers; or both parties apply jointly.
+  - **Mediation date + mediator assigned** — Within 30 days.
+  - **Joint session — opening** — Mediator explains process.
+  - **Caucus / private discussions** — Mediator with each side.
+  - **Negotiation + drafting** — Joint or shuttle.
+  - **Settlement deed signed** — If agreed; final + binding.
+===== Common issues =====
+  * Mediation refused by other party — voluntary; can't force.
+  * Mediator partiality alleged — request alternate; or escalate to centre director.
+  * Settlement not implemented — execution petition.
+  * Mediation centre full — RTI for queue + capacity.
+===== 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>
+. Status of my case no. _____ as on date.
+. Reasons for delay / non-listing in past 30 days.
+. Number of similar cases pending + disposed in past 12 months.
+. Procedure to seek certified copy / file inspection.
+. 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 =====
+==== Cost? ====
+Free at District + HC Mediation Centres.
+==== Confidentiality? ====
+Yes — mediator can't disclose. Settlement document is the only public output.
+==== Mediation Act 2023 — what changed? ====
+Pre-litigation mediation mandatory for some commercial disputes; institutional framework.
+==== Mediator selection? ====
+Centre allocates; can request alternate with reason.
+===== Summary + next step =====
+<WRAP center round tip 90%>
+**Bottom line:** Mediation is structured negotiation at District Mediation Centres + HC Mediation Centres. Free + confidential + voluntary. Mediation Act 2023 strengthens framework. Decisions binding when accepted.
+  * **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 mediation-court judicial citizen-services}}