धारा 69

The arbitral tribunal shall conduct the proceedings in an expeditious and efficient manner. The arbitral tribunal shall ensure that each party has a fair opportunity to present its case. The arbitral tribunal shall give due consideration to the circumstances of the case, including the complexity of the dispute, the amount in dispute, and the need for a speedy determination of the dispute. The arbitral tribunal shall make an award within a period of twelve months from the date of the constitution of the arbitral tribunal. The arbitral tribunal may extend the period of twelve months by a period not exceeding six months, if it is satisfied that the complexity of the dispute or other exceptional circumstances so require.