How to Check Court Case Status Online: Step-by-Step

Checking court case status online is one of the most searched legal queries in India. Whether you're a litigant, a family member of someone involved in a case, or a lawyer, this step-by-step guide will show you exactly how to check the status of any court case in India — District Court, High Court, or Supreme Court.

Before You Start: What Information Do You Need?

To check case status, you'll need at least one of the following:

Method 1: Check District Court Case Status

Option A: Using eCourts (Government Portal)

1. Open eCourts — Go to the eCourts portal in your browser
2. Select your state — Click the dropdown and choose the state where your case is filed
3. Select your district — Choose the specific district court
4. Choose search method — Click on one of the tabs:
   • "CNR Number" — Enter the 16-digit CNR
   • "Case Number" — Select case type, enter number and year
   • "Party Name" — Enter the name of any party
5. Solve the CAPTCHA — Type the characters shown in the image
6. Click Search — Your case details will appear

Option B: Using LegalIntelli (Faster, No CAPTCHA)

1. Go to legalintelli.in/case-lookup
2. Enter your CNR number, case number, or party name
3. Click "Search" — results appear instantly, no CAPTCHA
4. Click on your case to see full details, timeline, and next hearing date
5. Optionally, add the case to your dashboard for automatic tracking and alerts

Method 2: Check High Court Case Status

Each High Court has its own website. Here are the steps for major High Courts:

Delhi High Court

1. Visit delhihighcourt.nic.in
2. Click "Case Status" in the menu
3. Search by case number, party name, or advocate name
4. View case details including hearing history and orders

Bombay High Court

1. Visit bombayhighcourt.nic.in
2. Go to "Case Information" → "Case Status"
3. Enter case details and search

All High Courts via LegalIntelli

Instead of visiting each High Court's website separately, use LegalIntelli's unified search to check cases across all High Courts from one place. Browse our court directory to find any court in India.

Method 3: Check Supreme Court Case Status

1. Visit sci.gov.in
2. Click on "Case Status" in the top menu
3. You can search by:
   • Diary Number — The initial number assigned when a petition is filed
   • Case Number — After the case is registered (e.g., SLP(C) 12345/2026)
   • Party Name — Name of petitioner or respondent
   • Advocate Name — The lawyer on record
4. View case details including bench, hearing dates, and orders

Understanding the Case Status Page

Once you find your case, here's what the key fields mean:

Case Status

• Pending — The case is still active and being heard by the court
• Disposed — The court has passed a final order (judgment/decree/dismissal)
• Transferred — The case has been moved to another court

Hearing Dates

• First Hearing Date — When the case first came up before the court
• Last Hearing Date — The most recent hearing
• Next Hearing Date — When the case will next be heard (most important!)

Case History

The case history shows every hearing that has occurred, including the date, purpose (e.g., "For Arguments," "For Evidence," "For Orders"), and what happened (e.g., "Adjourned to next date"). This helps you understand how the case has progressed.

Pro Tips for Checking Case Status

Tip 1: Use CNR Number for Exact Results

The CNR number is always the fastest and most accurate way to find a case. Party name searches can return hundreds of results in busy courts.

Tip 2: Set Up Automatic Alerts

Stop checking manually. Use LegalIntelli's alert system to get notified via WhatsApp, Telegram, or email whenever your case status changes.

Tip 3: Check the Cause List Before Hearings

The cause list is published a day before, showing which cases will be heard and in which courtroom. Always check it before going to court.

Tip 4: Keep Track of Limitation Periods

If you need to file an appeal or application, know your limitation period. Missing a deadline can permanently bar your legal remedy. Use our limitation calculator.

Tip 5: Download Orders Promptly

When orders are uploaded, download them immediately. Sometimes orders are later removed or replaced with certified copies that require payment.

Common Issues and Troubleshooting

Case not showing up?

• Double-check the spelling of party names
• Try different search methods (CNR vs. party name)
• Verify you're searching in the correct state and district
• Very recent filings may take 24-48 hours to appear online
• Old cases (pre-2010) may not be fully digitized

eCourts website not loading?

The eCourts portal can be slow during peak hours (10 AM - 1 PM IST). Try again during off-peak hours, or use LegalIntelli which maintains its own database for faster access.

Conclusion

Checking court case status online in India has multiple pathways — from the official eCourts portal to High Court websites to AI-powered platforms like LegalIntelli. The method you choose depends on your needs: occasional checks are fine on eCourts, but regular monitoring of multiple cases is significantly easier with modern tools that offer alerts, analytics, and a unified dashboard.

Whatever method you use, the most important thing is to stay informed about your case. Missed hearing dates and unread orders are among the most common causes of adverse outcomes in Indian litigation.