Adalati Sulka Calculator Nepal | Court Fee (अदालती शुल्क)
Estimate Nepal court filing fees (adalati sulka) from claim amount using progressive Muluki Civil Procedure Code slabs. Budget litigation costs before you file.
| Slab | Amount in slab | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Up to NPR 25000 (fixed band) | NPR 25,000 | NPR 500 |
| 5% on NPR 25,000 | NPR 25,000 | NPR 1,250 |
| 3.5% on NPR 50,000 | NPR 50,000 | NPR 1,750 |
| 2% on NPR 4,00,000 | NPR 4,00,000 | NPR 8,000 |
| 1.5% on NPR 5,00,000 | NPR 5,00,000 | NPR 7,500 |
Muluki Civil Procedure Code, 2074 §68 progressive court fee tables (verify with court registry).
How this works
Up to 25,000 → NPR 500 fixed 25,001–50,000 → 5% of band 50,001–1,00,000 → 3.5% of band 1,00,001–5,00,000 → 2% of band 5,00,001–25,00,000 → 1.5% of band Above 25,00,000 → 1% of band Total = sum of slab fees
Worked example
For a claim of NPR 10,00,000, progressive slabs typically total about NPR 19,000 (verify with the court). Use the breakdown table for each band.
Sources
- Muluki Civil Procedure Code, 2074 §68 (commonly published progressive fee tables).
FAQ
What is adalati sulka in Nepal?
Adalati sulka (अदालती शुल्क) is the court fee payable when filing a civil case. It is generally progressive with the claim amount under the Muluki Civil Procedure Code, 2074.
How is court fee calculated?
Nepal uses slabs: a fixed fee for small claims, then percentage rates on the portion of the claim falling in each higher band. This calculator adds those slab amounts for an indicative total.
Is this the same as stamp duty?
No. Stamp duty and registration fees apply mainly to property transfer. Adalati sulka is a court filing fee for litigation. Use the Stamp Duty calculator for land purchase taxes.
When is the fee a flat Rs 500?
Certain special case types are treated as fixed-fee matters under the code (often discussed as §70-style filings). Enable the special flat-case option for an indicative Rs 500 result, then confirm with your lawyer or the court.
Can I rely on this for filing?
Use it for budgeting only. Court practice, case type, appeals, and administrative circulars can change the payable amount. Verify with the registry before payment.