The Telangana High Court Rules and Telangana Civil Rules of Practice and Circular Orders, 1980 (9th Edition, 2025) by Acharya N.K. is the most authoritative, comprehensive, and updated reference work on the procedural framework governing the practice, procedure, and functioning of the High Court of Telangana and subordinate civil courts.

This edition meticulously consolidates and explains the High Court Rules, Civil Rules of Practice, and Circular Orders as amended and notified up to 2025, incorporating all latest amendments, notifications, and practice directions issued by the Telangana High Court. It is an indispensable manual for judges, lawyers, court staff, and legal scholars, offering both a statutory and practical understanding of court procedure.

⚖️ Key Features of the 9th (2025) Edition

• 🏛️ Comprehensive Compilation of Rules & Orders:
  Incorporates the full and updated text of:

  • The Telangana High Court Rules

  • The Telangana Civil Rules of Practice, 1980

  • Circular Orders issued by the High Court

  • Recent amendments and administrative instructions (up to September 2025)

• 📜 Statutory and Judicial Cross-Referencing:
  Each rule is accompanied by relevant statutory references, case law, and interpretative notes, offering clarity on the application and scope of each procedural requirement.

• ⚖️ Amendments & Notifications Included:
  Incorporates all latest High Court and Government Notifications, including procedural changes introduced through:

  • The Telangana High Court (Procedure) Amendment Rules, 2023

  • The Civil Rules of Practice (Telangana Amendment) Rules, 2024

  • High Court e-Filing and Virtual Court Practice Directions (2022–2025)

• 📚 Detailed Commentary & Annotations:
  Authored with Acharya N.K.’s expert insights, this edition explains not just the text of the Rules, but also their practical operation in everyday court practice. It discusses procedural nuances, filing techniques, and the evolution of rules through judicial interpretation.

• 🧠 Covers Both Civil and Appellate Procedures:

  • Civil proceedings from plaint to decree and execution

  • Original, appellate, and revisional jurisdiction

  • Writ jurisdiction and administrative side practice

  • Filing of appeals, revisions, interlocutory applications, and special leave petitions

• 💡 Incorporates New Developments:

  • Integration of e-Courts procedures and digitized case management

  • Video conferencing rules and service of summons through electronic mode

  • Recent judicial orders on procedural compliance and delay condonation

• 🧾 Circular Orders (Consolidated):
  Contains a comprehensive set of Circular Orders (Administrative and Judicial) issued by the Telangana High Court, arranged chronologically and thematically. These include directives on:

  • Case numbering and filing

  • Judicial decorum and conduct

  • Record maintenance and court registers

  • Time-bound disposal and cause list management

📚 Content Overview

Part I – The Telangana High Court Rules

• Jurisdiction, composition, and administrative structure of the High Court

• Rules governing civil and criminal appeals

• Original Side proceedings and commercial cases

• Writ jurisdiction and special original petitions

• Rules relating to contempt, review, and revision

• Procedures for admission of advocates, vakalatnama, and court fees

Part II – The Telangana Civil Rules of Practice, 1980

• General procedural framework for subordinate civil courts

• Institution of suits, plaint scrutiny, and issue of summons

• Appearance, pleadings, adjournments, and evidence recording

• Execution of decrees and orders

• Filing and disposal of interlocutory applications

• Rules on affidavits, petitions, caveats, and court documents

• Maintenance of registers, dockets, and order sheets

Part III – Circular Orders

• Circulars issued by the Telangana High Court for administrative efficiency

• Directions on judicial proceedings and record preservation

• Classification of cases, priority listing, and digital record policies

• Circulars concerning trial court functioning and supervision

• Special instructions for judicial officers and court clerks

Part IV – Allied Provisions & Appendices

• Specimen forms and formats for:

  • Vakalatnamas

  • Petitions and memoranda of appeal

  • Affidavits and undertakings

  • Notices and caveats

  • Execution petitions

• Relevant extracts from the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908

• Notifications under the Telangana Courts Act

• Comparative table showing amendments from the erstwhile Andhra Pradesh Rules to Telangana Rules

📖 Highlights of the 2025 Edition

• 🔹 Fully Revised and Updated: Incorporates all latest notifications, amendments, and judicial circulars up to August 2025.

• 🔹 Comprehensive Coverage: Includes civil, appellate, administrative, and e-court procedures.

• 🔹 Practice-Oriented Notes: Step-by-step guidance on court filings, pleadings, and execution processes.

• 🔹 Judicial Commentary: Discusses relevant judgments interpreting procedural rules and High Court directions.

• 🔹 User-Friendly Layout: Easy navigation with numbered headings, marginal notes, and cross-references.

• 🔹 Reference Tables: Comparative charts of amendments and list of repealed provisions for clarity.

🎯 Recommended For

• Judges and Magistrates – for quick procedural reference and rule interpretation.

• Advocates and Law Firms – for correct application of civil and appellate procedures.

• Law Students and Judicial Aspirants – for a detailed understanding of Telangana’s procedural framework.

• Court Officers and Administrative Staff – for compliance with High Court directions and circulars.

• Law Libraries and Research Centres – as a definitive procedural manual.

👨‍⚖️ About the Author

Acharya N.K., a renowned legal scholar and procedural law expert, has decades of experience in civil and High Court practice. His works are widely respected for their clarity, accuracy, and practical approach. He has authored numerous commentaries and manuals on civil procedure, evidence, and criminal practice that are frequently cited by practitioners and judicial academies.
His expertise lies in synthesizing procedural law with courtroom realities, making his books essential for both theoretical and practical use.

🏛️ Conclusion

The Telangana High Court Rules and Telangana Civil Rules of Practice and Circular Orders, 1980 (9th Edition, 2025), authored by Acharya N.K. and published by Asia Law House, is the definitive guide to civil and High Court procedure in Telangana.

It serves as both a manual for practitioners and a scholarly reference for jurists, offering an exhaustive explanation of procedural law through rules, circulars, and judicial precedents. With its updated legislative coverage, clarity of commentary, and focus on practical application, this edition remains an indispensable companion for every legal professional in Telangana.

📗 In Summary:
A complete, updated, and practical reference manual covering the Telangana High Court Rules, Civil Rules of Practice, and Circular Orders, enriched with authoritative commentary, amendments, and judicial insights —
“The Telangana High Court Rules and Telangana Civil Rules of Practice and Circular Orders, 1980 (9th Edition, 2025)” by Acharya N.K. stands as the most trusted and essential procedural law reference for the Telangana legal community.