FAQs

I want to file a Public Interest Litigation in the High Court of Delhi. Are there any rules or guidelines that I should follow?

What is the hierarchy of the officers in Delhi High Court?

The hierarchy of the officers of High Court of Delhi, in ascending order, is: Administrative Officer (Judl.)/Court Master, Assistant Registrar, Deputy Registrar, Joint Registrar, Registrar, Registrar-General.

What are the probable objections which can be raised on a petition being filed?

They are available on the Delhi High Court website under the link " List of Common Objections ".

How do I come to know about the Tenders being invited by Delhi High Court?

They are available on the Delhi High Court website under the link “Tenders”.

Are there any forms and formats prescribed in regard to the cases being filed?

They are available on the Delhi High Court website under the link “Forms”.

What are the categories of cases being filed in Delhi High Court?

They are available on the Delhi High Court website under the link “Case-Categorization”.

From where can I get/access the High Court Rules?

The Court rules are available on the Delhi High Court website under the links “Court Rules” and “Notifications and Practice Directions”.

Can a case pending in a High Court other than the Delhi High Court be transferred to Delhi High Court?

Yes, this is possible, but only under the orders of the Supreme Court of India in a transfer petition.

What is the Court fee prescribed for inspection of records?

The Court fee prescribed for urgent inspection is Rs.10/- and Rs. 5/- for ordinary inspection.

How can I inspect a judicial record?

Inspection of record can be done by making an application, format of which is available on the Delhi High Court Website under the link “Forms” in the Inspection Branch on payment of prescribed fee, between 10.00 am and 11.00 am for urgent inspection for the cases listed on the same day and between 10.00 am and 3.00 pm for the next date.