Appellate Tribunal for Electricity

The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity (APTEL) is a statutory tribunal established under the Electricity Act, 2003. It provides an appellate forum for matters falling within its jurisdiction under applicable electricity laws.

The Tribunal hears appeals against orders of authorities and commissions specified under relevant legislation. Its jurisdiction and procedures are governed by applicable laws, rules, regulations and directions.

The APTEL E-Filing Portal is an online interface intended to support electronic submission of permitted filings and related information, subject to the facilities available on the portal and applicable filing procedures.

The portal provides access to available online filing services and instructions for entering information and submitting documents. Users should follow the relevant Tribunal directions and filing requirements.

The portal may be used by persons eligible to file matters before APTEL who meet the applicable registration and authorisation requirements. Depending on the matter, users may include:

• Advocates and authorised legal representatives.
• Parties to proceedings and eligible litigants.
• Authorised representatives of eligible organisations.
• Other users permitted under applicable rules and procedures.

Users should complete the registration process provided on the portal before accessing facilities that require an account.

• Enter registration information accurately.
• Complete any verification steps presented by the portal.
• Keep login credentials confidential and secure.
• Follow portal instructions and applicable rules.
• Consult the user manual if registration assistance is required.

• Read the applicable filing rules, directions and instructions.
• Confirm that the filing is made by an eligible or authorised person.
• Verify case details, party names and entered information.
• Ensure uploaded documents are complete, legible and in permitted formats.
• Check that all required supporting information is included.
• Review all details before final submission.
• Retain any acknowledgement or reference number provided.

Users should protect their login credentials and avoid sharing them with unauthorised persons. Information and documents submitted through the portal should be accurate, complete and provided with the necessary authority.

Suspected unauthorised access, account issues or technical problems should be reported through the designated support channel.

Need Assistance?

Refer to the available user manual for portal guidance or contact the designated support channel for assistance.