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Court, Legal & Family Settlement Valuation
Valuation reports for partition suits, matrimonial settlements, probate, arbitration and land acquisition
Courts, arbitrators and mediators rely on independent valuation reports to divide, compensate or settle property. The report must be reasoned, evidence-based and issued by a valuer who can appear as a witness if summoned. ValuerDekho lists registered valuers with litigation experience; fees range from ₹5,000 to ₹30,000 depending on the number of properties and the need for affidavits or court appearances.
- Who signs
- A registered valuer (Section 514 / IBBI RV) or a Chartered Engineer; some courts appoint a valuer from their own panel and accept a party's report as supporting evidence.
- Typical fee
- ₹12,000 – ₹30,000. Plus 18% GST, per property. Affidavit and court-appearance fees are quoted separately.
- Turnaround
- 5–10 working days
- Inspection
- Required; joint inspection with the other party is common in partition matters.
- Validity
- As of the date the court directs (often date of suit or date of settlement).
When you need it
- Partition suits among co-owners and family members
- Matrimonial property settlement
- Probate and succession where estate value must be declared
- Arbitration over joint development or sale agreements
- Land acquisition compensation claims and enhancement references
- Tenancy and standard rent disputes
Documents to send
- Pleadings or the court order directing valuation
- Title documents and chain
- Plans, tax records, utility bills
- Tenancy or occupancy details
- Any prior valuation reports filed in the matter
How it works
- Brief on the matter Partition, matrimonial, probate, arbitration, acquisition, or tenancy; the court's directions on valuation date and method.
- Compare valuers with litigation experience Ask how many reports the valuer has had accepted in court and whether they will appear.
- Inspection Often joint; recorded with photographs and measurements.
- Report with affidavit Reasoned report, affidavit if required, and availability for cross-examination.
Verify before you commission
Ask for the Section 514 (formerly 34AB) or IBBI registration number and a redacted sample report. Our five-minute verification guide shows where to check.
Frequently asked questions
Will the court accept a report I commission?
Courts commonly accept party-commissioned reports from registered valuers as evidence, and may also appoint an independent valuer. A well-reasoned report often becomes the basis for settlement.
Can the valuer be cross-examined?
Yes. Choose a valuer willing to file an affidavit and appear; ValuerDekho notes this on profiles.
What valuation date is used in partition?
Usually the date of the preliminary decree or the date of actual division as the court directs; the valuer follows the order.
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Last reviewed 6 September 2026 by ValuerDekho editorial team. Regulatory references are to the Income-tax Act 2025 and Income-tax Rules 2026 (in force from 1 April 2026) with the former 1961-Act section numbers in brackets. This is general information, not tax or legal advice.