The Real Estate Appellate Tribunal (REAT) serves as the appellate authority under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA). If you’re dissatisfied with an order passed by a State RERA Authority, you can challenge it before REAT within 60 days.
This detailed REAT Appeal Filing Checklist 2025 guides allottees, builders, and agents through each step – from preparing the appeal to attaching the required documents.
1. Appellant’s Details
The appeal must begin with complete details of the appellant:
- Full name, parent/spouse name, age, occupation, and PAN/Aadhaar number.
- Contact details, residential or office address.
- Specify whether the appellant is an Allottee, Promoter, Real Estate Agent, or Association of Allottees.
2. Respondent’s Details
Include the respondent’s details such as:
- Full name or company name, registered address, and contact details.
- Mention the nature of the respondent – Builder, Buyer, or Authority.
- Include RERA registration number (if available).
3. Details of RERA Order Being Appealed
- Mention the case number, date of order, and issuing authority (Adjudicating Officer or RERA Bench).
- State whether it’s a final or interim order.
- Provide a short summary of the decision — refund, penalty, or dismissal.
- Attach a certified copy of the RERA order with the appeal.
4. Jurisdiction
Identify the appropriate Appellate Tribunal (REAT) based on the location of the project:
- UPREAT (Uttar Pradesh)
- MahaREAT (Maharashtra)
- DelhiREAT (Delhi NCR)
- Or any other State/UT REAT as applicable.
5. Timeliness of Appeal
- An appeal must be filed within 60 days from the date of receiving the RERA order.
- If delayed, a condonation of delay application must be filed explaining valid reasons for the delay.
6. Grounds of Appeal
Mention specific reasons for challenging the RERA order:
- Legal or factual errors in the order.
- Violation of natural justice.
- Arbitrary or excessive penalty.
- Ignoring key evidence or documents.
- Procedural irregularities or jurisdictional error.
7. Reliefs Claimed in Appeal
List out the specific reliefs sought from REAT, such as:
- Setting aside or modifying the impugned order.
- Granting a stay on the RERA order.
- Seeking refund, compensation, or interest.
- Any other direction deemed appropriate by the Tribunal.
8. Pre-Deposit Requirement (for Promoters)
Under RERA, a promoter must deposit 100% of the amount ordered by RERA (refund, penalty, or compensation) before the appeal is entertained.
- Attach proof of payment or deposit challan.
- If exemption is sought, include a written explanation.
9. Documents to Attach with Appeal
Ensure all relevant documents are properly arranged and indexed:
- Copy of the original RERA complaint.
- Copy of the impugned order.
- Verified Appeal Memo and Affidavit.
- Index of documents and list of witnesses.
- Builder-buyer agreement / allotment letter.
- Payment receipts and bank proofs.
- RERA registration certificate (for promoter).
- Application for stay/interim relief, if required.
10. Additional Applications (if applicable)
Along with the main appeal, you may file:
- Application for stay of RERA order.
- Application for condonation of delay (if not filed in time).
- Application for taking additional evidence on record.
Conclusion
Filing an appeal before the Real Estate Appellate Tribunal requires strict compliance with procedural and documentary requirements.
This REAT Appeal Filing Checklist ensures that your case is complete, timely, and ready for hearing. Whether you’re an allottee seeking justice or a promoter challenging an order, proper documentation and legal advice are key to a successful appeal.