Limitation Calculator / Days Calculator
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How to use the limitation calculator
Enter two dates to see the number of days between them, or enter a starting date and a number of days to see the date on which the period ends. Use it to check whether a suit, appeal, complaint or application is within limitation, or to find the last date for filing.
How limitation is counted
Under Section 12(1) of the Limitation Act, 1963, the day from which the period is to be reckoned is left out. Under Section 12(2), for an appeal, revision or review the day of the judgment and the time needed to obtain a copy of the decree or order are also left out. Under Section 4, if the period ends on a day the court is closed, the case can be filed on the day the court reopens, and under Section 5 a court can admit an appeal or application filed late if there is sufficient cause. The calculator counts plain calendar days, so please apply these rules to the result.
Common limitation periods
| Limitation Act, 1963 | For | Period |
|---|---|---|
| Article 113 | Any suit for which no other period is provided | 3 years from when the right to sue accrues |
| Article 116 | Appeal under the Code of Civil Procedure | 90 days to a High Court; 30 days to any other court |
| Article 124 | Review of a judgment by a court other than the Supreme Court | 30 days from the decree or order |
| Article 136 | Execution of a decree (other than a decree granting a mandatory injunction) | 12 years from when the decree becomes enforceable |
| Article 137 | Any other application for which no period is provided | 3 years from when the right to apply accrues |
For a cheque bounce case under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, the demand notice must be sent within 30 days of learning that the cheque was dishonoured, the drawer has 15 days from receiving the notice to pay, and the complaint must be filed within one month after that period ends (Section 142). Read also: Section 22 of the Limitation Act: continuing breaches and torts.
Frequently asked questions
Is the first day counted in limitation?
No. Under Section 12(1) of the Limitation Act, 1963 the day from which the period is reckoned is excluded.
What happens if the last day of limitation is a court holiday?
Under Section 4 of the Limitation Act, 1963 the suit, appeal or application can be filed on the day the court reopens.
What is the limitation period for a first appeal?
Under Article 116 of the Limitation Act, 1963, an appeal under the Code of Civil Procedure is to be filed within 90 days to a High Court and within 30 days to any other court.
Within how many days must a cheque bounce complaint be filed?
Within one month from the end of the 15 days given to the drawer to pay after receiving the notice (Section 142 read with Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881).
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Last reviewed by Century Law Firm: October 2026.