Section 22
“Maturity”
Chapter 2: Of notes, bills and cheques
The maturity of a promissory note or bill of exchange is the date at which it falls due. Days of grace.—Every promissory note or bill of exchange which is not expressed to be payable on demand, at sight or on presentment is at maturity on the third day after the day on which it is expressed to be payable.
The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 (Act No. 26 of 1881). From the updated text on India Code, with later amendments. Being checked against the official copy; amendment notes are not shown yet.