Types of Compensation/Relief Available
Refund of full amount paid
Replacement of defective product
Removal of deficiency
Compensation for loss/injury
Mental agony compensation
Litigation costs
Interest on refund (usually 9-12%)
Punitive damages (in rare cases)
Factors Affecting Compensation Amount
Value of defective product/service
Extent of deficiency / defect
Financial loss suffered
Mental agony and harassment
Time elapsed since purchase
Opposite party's conduct
Number of hearings / delays caused
Consumer's financial status
Landmark Compensation Cases
Morgan Stanley Mutual Fund v. Kartick Das (1994): Compensation for mental agony can be granted even without actual financial loss.
Ghaziabad Development Authority v. Balbir Singh (2004): Supreme Court awarded 18% interest on delayed possession and compensation for harassment.
Spring Meadows Hospital v. Harjol Ahluwalia (1998): Compensation for medical negligence - awarded ₹5 lakhs for mental agony and suffering.
Estimated Compensation Calculator
Use this tool for an approximate estimate. Actual compensation depends on court discretion.
Court Fees for Filing (Based on Claim Value)
| Claim Amount | Court Fees (Approx.) |
| Up to ₹1,00,000 | ₹100 |
| ₹1,00,001 - ₹5,00,000 | ₹200 |
| ₹5,00,001 - ₹10,00,000 | ₹400 |
| ₹10,00,001 - ₹20,00,000 | ₹500 |
| Above ₹20,00,000 | ₹600 |
Legal Disclaimer: Compensation amounts vary significantly based on case facts, court discretion, and state rules. This calculator provides an educational estimate only. Consult a lawyer for case-specific advice.