Partition Suit in Bangladesh: Procedure, Court Fees, Duration & Saham Division under Partition Act 1893
By Advocate Md. Shah Alam · 2026-09-22 · 12 minutes
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When co-sharers refuse to amicably divide ancestral or joint property, any co-owner can institute a <strong>Partition Suit (Batwara Mokoddama) under the Partition Act 1893 and Civil Procedure Code</strong> to carve out their distinct Saham (share) through court intervention. Authored by <a href="/advocate-md-shah-alam" style="color:var(--gold);font-weight:bold;text-decoration:underline;">Advocate Md. Shah Alam</a>, Supreme Court Advocate. Call our Uttara chamber at <a href="tel:01712655546" style="color:var(--gold);font-weight:bold;">01712655546</a>.
1. Legal Basis of Partition Suits in Bangladesh
Every co-sharer possessing joint unpartitioned title is entitled as of right to seek physical separation of their legal share.
2. Preliminary Decree vs Final Decree
The court first adjudicates the exact fractional ownership of each party in a preliminary decree before proceeding to physical partition.
3. Appointment of Advocate Commissioner & Field Survey
An Advocate Commissioner visits the suit land, prepares a detailed sketch map (Chitha), and submits a Saham report allocating specific portions to each heir.
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If in joint possession, fixed court fee applies. If completely dispossessed, ad-valorem court fees and recovery prayers must be included.
5. Amicable Registered Partition Deed Alternative
For expediting partition suits or executing registered amicable settlement deeds, contact Advocate Md. Shah Alam at 01712655546.
Legal Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for general legal awareness and educational purposes only. It does not constitute formal legal advice and does not establish an attorney-client relationship. For specific legal remedies tailored to your case, please consult directly with an enrolled advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh or the Judges Court.
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