Patna District Court Case Status
Check Patna District Court case status online. Search cases at Civil Court, Patna, Bihar. Covers Patna District. Get case details, hearing dates, orders and judgments. Free and instant.
About Patna District Court
Patna District Court (Civil Court, Patna) is the principal trial court for civil, criminal, family, and commercial matters arising within Patna District. As a court of original jurisdiction under the Indian judicial system, it hears suits, applications, and trials that fall below the pecuniary limits of the Bihar High Court.
The court is presided over by the District & Sessions Judge (the senior-most judicial officer), supported by Additional District Judges, Civil Judges (Senior Division), Civil Judges (Junior Division), Chief Judicial Magistrates (CJM), and Judicial Magistrates of First Class (JMFC). Appeals from Patna District Court orders are filed before the Bihar High Court, and ultimately the Supreme Court of India on substantial questions of law.
Bihar-specific jurisdiction includes Bihar Tenancy Act matters, Bihar Buildings (Lease, Rent and Eviction) Control Act cases, and Bihar Land Reforms Act proceedings.
What You Can Search on This Page
- By Case Number: Search by case type (e.g., O.S., Crl.P.), number, and filing year
- By CNR Number: Search using your 16-digit Case Number Record for instant results
- By Party Name: Find cases by petitioner or respondent name
- By Advocate Name: Search cases handled by a specific advocate
- By FIR Number: Locate cases linked to a specific First Information Report (criminal cases)
Court Complexes at Patna District Court
Patna District Court operates 6 court complexes across the district. Each complex handles specific case types and geographical jurisdictions. Select your court complex to search case status:
Common Case Types at Patna District Court
The following are commonly filed case types at Patna District Court. Each case type has a specific prefix used when filing and searching cases:
| Case Type Code | Full Name |
|---|---|
89 | ADMINISTRATIVE SUITE |
119 | AMENDENT OF PLEADINGS -0-6-R-17 |
152 | Anticipatory Bail |
114 | APPEAL -MISC A) INJECTION , B) RECEIVERSHIP , 3) O |
139 | APP. OF RESJUDICATE U/S 11 CPC |
138 | APP. OF RES. SUBJUDICE U/S 10 |
132 | APPOINTMENT OF GUARDINA FOR MINOR O-32 , R-3 |
136 | APPOINTMENT OF RECIVER 0-40, R |
187 | App u/s 12A of CC |
47 | ARBITRATION CASE |
134 | ATTACHMENT BEFORE JUDGEMNT O-38 RULE 5 |
9 | C.APPLN. |
How to Check Patna District Court Case Status Online
Follow these steps to search for a case at Patna District Court:
- Select Court Complex: Choose the specific court complex where your case is filed (e.g., Civil Court, Patna) from the dropdown above.
- Choose Case Type: Select the case type from the list (the dropdown auto-populates based on your selected complex).
- Enter Case Number: Type the case number exactly as filed (numeric, no prefix needed).
- Enter Filing Year: Enter the year in YYYY format (e.g., 2024).
- Click Search: Results include case status (pending/disposed), parties, advocates, hearing dates, and downloadable orders.
Case data is fetched directly from the official patna.dcourts.gov.in portal in real time. If the court's website is slow or experiencing downtime, searches may occasionally fail - retry after a few minutes.
Understanding the CNR Number
A CNR (Case Number Record) is a 16-character unique case identifier assigned by the eCourts system at the time of case filing. The CNR format is:
STATE-DIST-COURT-NNNNNNNNNN
Example for Patna District Court: A CNR like PAXX010001234567 identifies a specific case filed at Civil Court, Patna.
The CNR is printed on every court order, notice, and judgment issued by the court. If you've lost your case number, you can search by CNR or by party name to locate your case.
Court Location & Working Hours
Address: Civil Court Road, Patna, Bihar - 800001
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:30 to 17:00
Lunch Break: 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Closed: Saturdays, Sundays, and gazetted holidays
Official Website: patna.dcourts.gov.in
|Jurisdiction: Patna District
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check Patna District Court case status online?
Visit this page, select your court complex (e.g., Civil Court, Patna), choose the case type, enter your case number and filing year, then click Search. You can also search by CNR number, party name, or advocate name.
What is the CNR number for Patna District Court cases?
CNR is a 16-digit unique case identifier assigned by the eCourts system when a case is filed. It starts with a state-district code. Search by CNR for instant, specific results.
What are the working hours of Patna District Court?
Patna District Court follows standard working hours: Monday to Friday, 10:30 to 17:00, with lunch break from 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM. The court is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and gazetted holidays. Bench timings may vary - consult the cause list for your specific hearing.
Where do I file an appeal against Patna District Court orders?
Appeals against final orders and judgments of Patna District Court go to the Bihar High Court. You can check your appeal status at Bihar High Court case status page.
Can I download court orders from Patna District Court?
Yes, court orders and judgments are available for download as PDFs. Search for your case, view full details, and download orders from the Orders section. Downloads are free and don't require registration.
Appeals: Appeals against orders of this court go to the Bihar High Court.