You might come across short notes like:
IA pending, Check and issue. Call on 01.9.2024
IA 3045/25 is allowed. For return of steps to …
Let’s discuss these terms to understand what they mean.
What Does IA Mean?
IA stands for Interlocutory Application. It is a side application filed within a main case for procedural or administrative purposes, such as:
- Exemption from filing certain documents
- Condonation of delay
- Return of procedural documents, often called “steps”
The number, like 3045/25, indicates it was the 3045th IA filed in the year 2025.
Understanding “IA Status” with example:-
When a court order says:
What it means:
- IA pending → The interlocutory application is waiting for the court’s decision.
- Check and issue → The court instructs the registry or judge to verify the IA and issue necessary orders or notices.
- Call on 01.9.2024 → The case will next be reviewed or heard on 1st September 2024.
In simple words, the IA is not yet decided. The court wants it checked, procedural actions taken, and will revisit it on the scheduled date.
- IA allowed → The court has approved your application.
- Steps → These are procedural papers like summons, notices, postal envelopes, or copies of petitions.
- Return of steps → The court registry is directed to give back these documents to the filing party or their lawyer. Reasons may include:
- The opposite party has already appeared.
- You wish to serve them differently (hand delivery, email, etc.).
- The case has been disposed or withdrawn, making the steps unnecessary.
How IA Status Appears in Daily Cause Lists
A daily cause list is the court’s schedule showing all cases listed for a particular day. It usually shows:
- Case number and party names
- Type of petition or application (IA, Writ, Civil, Criminal)
- Court orders or next steps
- Court hall/bench
Here is how IA statuses are displayed in daily cause lists:
| IA Status | Meaning in Cause List |
|---|---|
| IA allowed. For return of steps | Shows the IA has been granted and procedural papers will be returned. |
| IA pending, Check and issue | IA is awaiting decision; registry or court has to verify and take action. Next hearing date is usually mentioned. |
| IA dismissed / rejected | The IA has been rejected by the court. |
| IA listed / IA for hearing | The IA is scheduled to be taken up for hearing on that day. |
| IA disposed / IA withdrawn | The IA has been closed or withdrawn. |
Key Points to Remember
- IA … allowed → The court granted the request.
- Return of steps to … → Registry returns procedural documents to the filing party or lawyer.
- IA pending, Check and issue → IA is awaiting action; court has directed its verification and future hearing.
- Next date (Call on …) → Court will review the matter on the scheduled date.
Bottom line: Seeing IA allowed – return of steps or IA pending, Check and issue in your case status is routine. It primarily reflects administrative or procedural steps in your case and is not adverse in itself.
⚖️ Legal Tip: Always track the return of steps, as they may be needed for future filings or procedural follow-ups.
Written by: Anupama Singh | Legal Blogger
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