Rules, Laws & Legal Framework
The legal machinery behind every JAC reference — rules, clause, directions, statute.
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NEUTRALITY
Efficiency
Finality
About the Centre
About the Centre
About the Centre & Governance
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About the Centre
A Section 25 non-profit promoting institutional arbitration in Chennai.
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Our Mission
An impartial, technology-enabled forum for resolving commercial disputes in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
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Our Vision
A trusted forum for commercial dispute resolution in South India.
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Governing Council
Oversight body for the Centre, established under its Section 25 non-profit governance framework.
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01 Integrity
Core Value
ETHICAL STANDARDS UNDER INDIAN & INTERNATIONAL PRACTICE
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02 Equilibrium
Core Value
BALANCING NEUTRALITY WITH COMMERCIAL PRACTICALITY
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03 Expeditiousness
Core Value
REDUCING PROCEDURAL DELAY THROUGH DEFINED TIMELINES
What we offer
Five pillars, one institution.
Panel of Arbitrators
Search empanelled neutrals by expertise, language and background.
Explore serviceCase Management & ODR Portal
A 5-step filing wizard with secure document upload and case tracking.
ExploreFinancial Tools & Calculators
Clear, current cost information — a dated fee schedule and claim-value calculator.
ExploreResources, Publications & Compliance
Anonymised award summaries, a dated events calendar, and the Centre's digital policies.
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Legal Framework
Neutrality · Efficiency · Finality
Rules & Legal Framework
Rule Book
Downloadable PDF
"JAC's rule book — filing, tribunal constitution, hearings, and awards."
Model Clause
Ready to Copy
"Standard contract text parties can insert directly into their agreements."
Dated Log
Registrar Updates
"Registrar and Executive Committee updates, published as a dated log."
Governing Law
A&C Act, 1996
"Links to the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 and the UNCITRAL Model Law."
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Arbitrator Directory
Panel of Arbitrators
Search empanelled neutrals by expertise, language and background.
Arbitrator Directory
Empanelment Portal
Code of Ethics
Qualifications Only
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Arbitrator Directory
Searchable, filterable by expertise, nationality and language.
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Empanelment Portal
Application form, criteria, fees and deadlines for empanelment.
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Code of Ethics
Conflict-of-interest and disclosure rules for panel members.
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Qualifications Only
Panel entries list qualifications and empanelment criteria; arbitrators are not ranked or rated.
Resources & Publications.
Pillar 5 · Financial Tools
Pillar 5 · Financial Tools
Clear, current cost information — removing the single biggest hesitation for a new filer.
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Fee Schedule
A current, dated fee schedule table covering admin costs, processing fees, and arbitrator brackets.
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Fee Calculator
An interactive, slider-based claim-value calculator that estimates total cost from claim value instantly.
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Payment Gateway
A secure payment gateway supporting net banking, cards, and wire transfer.
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Refund & Adjournment Policy
A clear refund and adjournment fee policy so filers know exactly what to expect.
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Bar Council Compliant
Numbers-only, factual presentation — no "cheapest option" framing or comparisons to court costs.