Quick answer: which cases go to the Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court hears cases from the National Capital Territory of Delhi. It decides bail and anticipatory bail applications, quashing of FIRs and criminal cases under Section 528 of the BNSS, writ petitions under Article 226 against government action, criminal appeals and revisions, and appeals from Family Courts. It also has an original civil side for suits valued above ₹2 crore, and it is the court for most arbitration petitions of that value. A committee of the court recommended raising the ₹2 crore limit in 2026, but only Parliament can change it.
Last reviewed: 2 November 2026. Written by Adv. Mridul Jindal, Law Chambers of Mridul Jindal, Indirapuram, Ghaziabad.
Cases We Handle in the Delhi High Court
| Matter | Law | More |
|---|---|---|
| Regular bail and anticipatory bail | Sections 483 and 482, BNSS | Bail lawyer, Delhi |
| Quashing an FIR or criminal case, including on settlement | Section 528, BNSS (earlier 482 CrPC) | FIR quashing |
| Writ petitions against government, police, universities and authorities | Articles 226 and 227, Constitution | Writ petitions |
| Criminal appeals and revisions | BNSS | Against conviction, acquittal or trial court orders |
| Appeals from Family Courts (divorce, custody, maintenance orders) | Section 19, Family Courts Act, 1984 | Heard by a Division Bench |
| Arbitration: interim relief, appointment, challenge to award | Sections 9, 11, 34 and 37, Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 | Arbitration |
| Civil and commercial suits above ₹2 crore | Delhi High Court Act, 1966, Section 5; Commercial Courts Act, 2015 | Original side; Commercial Division for commercial disputes |
| Service matters after the Central Administrative Tribunal | Article 226 | Service matters |
| Lookout Circulars and passport issues | Article 226; Passports Act, 1967 | LOC and passport |
Does Your Case Belong in the Delhi High Court?
- Territory: the FIR, the cause of action or the authority must be connected with Delhi. A case from Ghaziabad or Noida goes to the Allahabad High Court instead.
- Value: civil suits above ₹2 crore start in the High Court; smaller suits go to the District Courts. The limit was set by the Delhi High Court (Amendment) Act, 2015.
- Bail: the High Court and the Sessions Court both have power, but usually the Sessions Court is approached first.
- Alternative remedy: a writ is normally refused where an appeal or tribunal remedy is available, unless there is a breach of fundamental rights or natural justice.
How a Matter Runs in the Delhi High Court
- Filing: petitions are filed online on the Delhi High Court e-filing portal, with an index, synopsis, list of dates, the petition, affidavit and documents.
- Advance copy: in many matters a copy must be served on the other side or the State before listing.
- Listing: the matter is listed before the roster Bench. Urgent matters can be mentioned for early listing.
- First hearing: the court may issue notice, grant interim relief, or decide short matters the same day.
- Hearing mode: the court sits physically, and many Benches allow hybrid appearance.
Need to Approach the Delhi High Court?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Civil suits valued above ₹2 crore are filed on the original side of the Delhi High Court. Smaller suits go to the District Courts in Delhi. A 2026 proposal to raise the limit needs a law passed by Parliament.
Yes, the High Court has concurrent power under Section 482 BNSS, but it usually expects the Sessions Court to be approached first unless there are special reasons.
By a petition under Section 528 BNSS. The High Court can quash an FIR that discloses no offence, is an abuse of process, or has been settled where the offence allows it.
Generally no. Cases from Uttar Pradesh go to the Allahabad High Court. The Delhi High Court needs a connection with Delhi, such as an FIR, authority or cause of action in Delhi.
To the Delhi High Court under Section 19 of the Family Courts Act, 1984. Appeals against final judgments are heard by a Division Bench, and time limits are short.
Where the High Court would have jurisdiction over the subject matter, usually claims above ₹2 crore, petitions under Sections 9 and 34 go to the Delhi High Court. Appointment of arbitrators under Section 11 is by the High Court.
The court sits physically, and many Benches allow hybrid appearance by video link. Filing is online through the e-filing portal.
Notice and interim orders often come at the first hearing. The final decision can take months to years depending on the matter and the Bench.
Legal basis
- Delhi High Court Act, 1966, Section 5, as amended by the Delhi High Court (Amendment) Act, 2015
- Commercial Courts Act, 2015
- Constitution of India, Articles 226 and 227
- Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, Sections 482, 483, 528
- Family Courts Act, 1984, Section 19
- Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, Sections 2(1)(e), 9, 11, 34, 37
This page is general information, not legal advice for your case. Last reviewed 2 November 2026.
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