What is a court fee calculator?

Our Court Fee Calculator is a free online tool designed to help litigants, lawyers, and legal professionals in Nepal accurately estimate court fees before filing civil cases. Based on the National Civil Procedure (Code) Act, 2017, this calculator uses progressive slab rates to compute exact court fees according to your claim’s valuation amount.

Whether you’re filing a property dispute, commercial claim, family matter, or civil suit, knowing your court fee obligation in advance helps you prepare financially and avoid delays in case registration.

Why Use This Calculator?

How Does the Court Fee Calculator Work?

The calculator follows Nepal’s progressive court fee structure, where different percentage rates apply to different portions of your claim amount. Here’s the step-by-step process:

Step 1: Enter Valuation Amount

Input the total monetary value of your claim or the property in dispute (in NPR). For example, if you’re claiming Rs. 500,000, enter “500000” or “500,000.”

Step 2: Click Calculate.

The calculator automatically applies the progressive slab rates from the National Civil Procedure Code to your valuation amount.

Step 3: Review Breakdown

You’ll see a detailed table showing how much court fee applies to each bracket (e.g., first Rs. 25,000, next Rs. 25,000, etc.) and the total fee payable.

Step 4: Pay & File

Use the calculated amount to pay court fees at the designated bank or treasury office, then attach the receipt with your plaint or appeal.

Understanding Progressive Court Fee Slabs

Nepal uses a progressive slab system for court fees, meaning different portions of your claim are taxed at different rates.

Example: If your claim is worth NPR 100,000, the fee is NOT simply one percentage of the total. 

Instead:

• First NPR 25,000 = NPR 500 (fixed fee)
• Next NPR 25,000 (25,001-50,000) = 5% = NPR 1,250
• Remaining NPR 50,000 (50,001-100,000) = 3.5% = NPR 1,750

Total Court Fee: NPR 3,500

This progressive system ensures that smaller claims pay proportionally fair fees while larger claims benefit from reduced rates on higher value brackets.

When is Court Fee Required?

As per the National Civil Procedure Code, court fees must be paid in the following situations:

• Filing a Plaint: Original civil suit in district court
• Filing an Appeal: Appeals to higher courts (High Court, Supreme Court)
• Counterclaim: When defendant files a claim against plaintiff
• Cross-Objections: In appeal proceedings
• Execution Proceedings: For enforcing court decrees
• Review Applications: Seeking review of court orders

Important Points to Remember

• Court fees must be paid at the time of filing or before, not after
• The valuation you declare determines the court fee; undervaluation can lead to rejection
• Fees are generally non-refundable even if you win the case
• Some cases (like habeas corpus and public interest litigation) may be exempt
• Always verify current rates with your local court registry, as amendments may occur
• This calculator provides estimates only; official court calculation is final

Legal Framework

This calculator is based on the following legal provisions:

• National Civil Procedure (Code) Act, 2017 – Section 63 (Obligation to pay court fee)
• Section 69 – Progressive rate structure for court fees
• Court Fees Act, 1959 – Supplementary provisions
• Supreme Court Rules – For appellate fees

Need Legal Assistance?

While our calculator provides accurate estimates based on current law, complex cases or unusual valuations may require professional legal advice. We recommend consulting with a qualified advocate to ensure the following:

• Proper valuation of your claim
• Correct classification of your case type
• Compliance with all procedural requirements
• Potential fee exemptions or concessions you may qualify for

Last Updated: 2026 | Based on National Civil Procedure (Code) Act, 2017, and subsequent amendments