Madras High Court, Chennai – Case Status, e-Filing & Jurisdiction

Overview

The Madras High Court was established on 26 June 1862 and is one of India's three chartered High Courts. Its principal seat is at Chennai and it has a permanent bench at Madurai. The Court exercises original jurisdiction over the city of Chennai and appellate jurisdiction over Tamil Nadu and the Union Territory of Puducherry. It handles civil, criminal, constitutional, writ, appellate and other matters and provides online judicial and e-Court services.

Established 1862

Address

High Court of Judicature at Madras, Chennai, 600104

Jurisdiction

The Madras High Court is the highest court for Tamil Nadu and the Union Territory of Puducherry. It exercises original jurisdiction over the city of Chennai and appellate, writ and other jurisdiction over Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. The Court has its principal seat at Chennai and a permanent bench at Madurai.

Areas covered: State of Tamil Nadu and Union Territory of Puducherry.

Working Hours

Working Days	Monday – Friday
Court Hours	10:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Lunch Break	1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

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

Contact Information

Phone

044-25301000

Fax

044-25340942

email-hcmadras@nic.in

Services & Facilities

Case Status

e-Filing

Frequently Asked Questions

Which matters are usually heard by this court?

As a High Court, the Madras High Court typically hears a wide range of matters including civil, criminal, and constitutional cases.

Where is the permanent bench of the Madras High Court located?

The Madras High Court has a permanent bench at Madurai, which was established with effect from 24 July 2004.

What types of cases are heard by the Madras High Court?

The Madras High Court hears civil, criminal, constitutional, writ, appellate and other matters within its jurisdiction. It also exercises original jurisdiction over Chennai and special original and admiralty jurisdiction.

Who can file a case here?

Any individual or entity with a legal grievance can file a case in the Madras High Court, provided it falls within the court's jurisdiction.

How can I check my case status?

For case status inquiries, please refer to the official channels of the Madras High Court.