- CAT Jammu and Srinagar Benches handled 41,389 cases up to June 30, 2026.
- 18,392 transferred cases and 13,952 fresh cases were disposed of.
- Only around 8% of Jammu Bench cases were appealed before the J&K High Court.
- New Bahu Plaza complex aims to improve speedy and accessible service grievance redressal.
GG News Bureau
Jammu, 21st Sept: Union Minister of State Dr Jitendra Singh on Sunday said the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) Jammu Bench has achieved one of the highest case disposal rates in the country while inaugurating its new Office-cum-Court Complex at Bahu Plaza.
Dr Jitendra Singh said the performance of the Jammu and Srinagar Benches demonstrates their capacity to provide speedy and accessible justice in service-related matters concerning government employees.
According to figures cited by the minister, 20,984 cases were transferred to the CAT from the Jammu & Kashmir High Court up to June 30, 2026, of which 18,392 were disposed of. Of 20,405 fresh cases instituted before the two Benches, 13,952 were disposed of. Overall, the Benches handled 41,389 cases, leaving 9,452 pending.
CAT records 93.16% disposal rate nationally
Dr Jitendra Singh said that since its establishment and up to June 30, 2026, CAT had received 10,01,177 cases across the country and disposed of 9,32,723, resulting in an overall disposal rate of about 93.16%.
He recalled that CAT was established in 1985 under the Administrative Tribunals Act to provide speedy and affordable justice in service matters while reducing the burden on constitutional courts.
The minister noted that filing an Original Application before CAT carries a nominal fee of ₹50, while no fee is charged for several other proceedings, including Miscellaneous Applications, Review Applications and Contempt Petitions.
Around 8% of Jammu Bench cases appealed
Highlighting the Jammu Bench’s record, Dr Jitendra Singh said only around 8% of its cases have gone in appeal to the Jammu & Kashmir High Court.
He said the figure was significant given CAT’s objective of providing speedy resolution of service disputes, while noting that the statutory appellate mechanism remains available.
The Jammu Bench currently has two Judicial Members and two Administrative Members, with its strength having been increased in response to the growing workload.
New complex to expand access to justice
The new Office-cum-Court Complex at Bahu Plaza is expected to provide expanded space and infrastructure for the Jammu Bench.
Dr Jitendra Singh also highlighted CAT’s increasing use of technology, including e-filing, video conferencing, online case information, digital payment of court fees, SMS and email alerts, online certified copies, e-mentioning and e-listing.
He said digitisation of judicial records and paperless court facilities have further improved access for litigants and members of the legal fraternity.
The minister also pointed to training initiatives under Mission Karmayogi, aimed at strengthening the skills of officers serving in CAT.
Dr Jitendra Singh said the experience of the Jammu and Srinagar Benches demonstrates how infrastructure, technology and institutional capacity can contribute to faster and more accessible administrative justice.
