Letter Of Administration

A Letter of Administration under Indian law is a legal document granted by the court to an individual, allowing them to manage and distribute the estate of a deceased person who has died intestate (without a will). It is governed by the Indian Succession Act, 1925 and is required when the deceased has not left a valid will or when the will does not cover all aspects of the estate. The application for a Letter of Administration is filed in the district court, and the applicant must provide details such as the deceased’s assets, family members, and proof of the applicant's relationship with the deceased.

Unlike probate, which applies only to the estate covered by a will, the Letter of Administration applies to the entire estate of an intestate person. The court reviews the application, issues notices to legal heirs for objections, and after resolving any disputes, grants the letter, enabling the applicant to administer and distribute the estate according to the laws of inheritance.

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