The Armed Forces Tribunal Act, 2007

The Armed Forces Tribunal Act, 2007 (Act 55 of 2007) establishes the legal framework for the adjudication and resolution of disputes and complaints relating to service matters and court-martial cases involving members of the Armed Forces. This 2026 edition presents the principal Act along with important allied rules and orders governing the functioning, administration, appointments, procedures, powers, and service conditions of the Armed Forces Tribunal. Published as a Bare Act with Comments, the book provides a comprehensive legal resource for understanding the structure, jurisdiction, and procedural framework of the Tribunal. The inclusion of landmark judgments further enhances its value as a practical and academic reference.

Key Features

• Complete text of The Armed Forces Tribunal Act, 2007 (Act 55 of 2007)
• Includes Armed Forces Tribunal Act (Removal of Difficulties) Order, 2008
• Covers Procedure for Investigation of Misbehaviour or Incapacity of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson and other Members Rules, 2008
• Includes Procedure for Appointment of Vice-Chairperson and other Members Rules, 2008
• Contains Financial and Administrative Powers Rules, 2008
• Covers Armed Forces Tribunal (Practice) Rules, 2009
• Includes Salaries, Allowances and Conditions of Service of Chairperson and Members Rules, 2009
• Features landmark judgments relevant to Armed Forces Tribunal jurisprudence
• Published as a Bare Act with Comments for detailed legal reference

Target Audience

This book is highly beneficial for advocates, judges, military law practitioners, serving and retired Armed Forces personnel, legal officers, tribunal practitioners, government officials, law students, academicians, researchers, defence service aspirants, and professionals involved in military justice and service law matters.