Consumer Forum Filing Fee
District / State / NCDRC fee by claim value — filing steps included
Consumer Protection Act 2019
Limits updated: District up to ₹1 Crore · State ₹1Cr–₹10Cr · NCDRC above ₹10 Crore. E-complaints at consumerhelpline.gov.in (1800-11-4000)
Appropriate Forum
District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission
Jurisdiction: Up to ₹50 Lakh
Filing Fee
₹200
Claim Value
₹5,00,000
Typical Timeline
3-6 months
Filing Steps
1. Send legal notice to company (registered post) — mandatory first step
2. Wait 15-30 days for response
3. File complaint at appropriate forum (physical or online)
4. Attach: invoice, correspondence, legal notice, proof of deficiency
5. Limitation: 2 years from cause of action
6. Can claim: refund + compensation + litigation costs + mental harassment damages
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