What kind of cases can be filed in a State Commission?

State Commissions have been established under the Consumer Protection Act for the redressal of various consumer grievances. It comprises of a president and one or more members, one of whom is a woman. A consumer can file a complaint in the appropriate State Commission in case the value of the goods or the services in question is more than Rs 20 lakhs but is less than Rs 1crore. In addition, an aggrieved consumer not satisfied with the judgement at the lower forum (District Forum) can also appeal at the State Commission.

A complaint can be made to the appropriate State Commission when the value of the goods and services, along with compensation claim exceeds Rs 20 lakhs but does not exceed Rs 1 crore. The appeals against the orders of a District Forum can also be filed before the State Commission.