Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court – Case Status, e-Filing & Jurisdiction

Overview

The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh traces its establishment to 1928 and is the common High Court for the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. The Court has two functioning wings at Jammu and Srinagar. Its administrative Main Wing moves between Jammu and Srinagar with the annual Darbar Move, while judicial branches continue to function in both wings. The Court handles civil, criminal, constitutional, writ, appellate and other matters and provides online case status, cause lists, judgments, e-Filing, virtual hearing, RTI, legal services and other e-Court facilities.

Established 1928

Address

High Court Complex, Janipur, Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir, Jammu, 180007

Jurisdiction

The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh is the common High Court for the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. It exercises jurisdiction over both Union Territories and hears civil, criminal, constitutional, writ, appellate and other matters within its jurisdiction. The Court has functioning wings at Jammu and Srinagar.

Areas covered: Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.

Working Hours

Working Days	Monday – Friday
Court Hours	9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Lunch Break	1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Hours may differ on court holidays. Please verify with the official court website before visiting.

Contact Information

Phone

0191-2536208

rg.jkhc@indiancourts.nic.in

Official Resources

Links to government and court-run portals.

Website

Services & Facilities

e-Filing

Case Status

Frequently Asked Questions

Which matters are usually heard by this court?

As a High Court, the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh typically hears a wide range of matters, including civil, criminal, and constitutional cases.

Does the High Court have both Jammu and Srinagar wings?

Yes. The High Court has functioning Jammu and Srinagar wings. Both judicial wings remain functional throughout the year, while the administrative Main Wing moves seasonally between Jammu and Srinagar.

Who can file a case here?

Any individual or entity with a legal standing relevant to the matter at hand can file a case in the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.

How can I check my case status?

For checking case status, you may refer to the official channels of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.