Form 13 under Order 9-A of the Code of Civil Procedure (CPC), is an important legal document filed in civil suits to facilitate case management.

This form helps the court and parties to identify key issues, manage discovery of documents, admissions or denials of facts, and schedule joint case management conferences to streamline litigation.

📄 What is Form 13 order 9A Cpc?

Form 13 is the Case Management Statement required under Appendix C, Order 9A CPC . Both plaintiffs and defendants may be required to submit this form, depending on the stage of the case.

📆 When is Form 13 Used?

• To inform the court about requests for inspection and discovery of documents
• To request admissions or denials of facts from the opposite party
• To indicate if written interrogatories will be submitted
• To undertake participation in the joint case management conference

🖊 How to Fill Form 13

Filling Form 13 is simple. You must:

1. Provide case details (court, suit number, parties, date)
2. Indicate whether you need discovery or inspection of documents
3. State if you require the other party to admit or deny facts
4. Specify if you will submit interrogatories (written questions)
5. Confirm your agreement to attend the joint case management conference
6. Sign the form along with advocate