To enroll in a Bar Council in India and become an advocate eligible to practice law, follow these steps:—
✅ Step-by-Step Process to Enroll in the Bar Council of India (BCI)1. Complete Your Law DegreeYou must have an LL.B. degree from a recognized university.It can be a 3-year LL.B. (after graduation) or a 5-year integrated LL.B. (after 12th).—
2. Collect Required DocumentsYou will need the following documents:LL.B. marksheets (all semesters)Provisional or final law degree certificate10th & 12th marksheetsPassport-sized photographsIdentity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)Character certificate (from law college or Gazetted Officer)Affidavit (no criminal case pending, etc.)Internship certificates (if required by the state)—
3. Register with the State Bar CouncilVisit the official website of your State Bar Council (like Delhi, Maharashtra, UP, etc.) and:Fill out the online enrollment form (if available)Or visit the Bar Council office for offline form submissionPay the enrollment fee, usually around ₹10,000 – ₹15,000 (varies by state).—
4. Get Enrollment CertificateAfter verification, the State Bar Council will issue you a Provisional Enrollment Certificate.—
5. Apply for All India Bar Examination (AIBE)After enrollment, apply for the AIBE conducted by the Bar Council of India.You can apply at https://allindiabarexamination.com–
6. Pass the AIBEAIBE is an open-book exam.On passing, you receive a Certificate of Practice.This allows you to legally practice law in courts across India.—⚠️ Important NotesWithout passing AIBE, you cannot practice law permanently.Enroll only in the State Bar Council where you want to practice or are domiciled.Different states may have slightly different document requirements or processes.—If you want, I can help you find the official website link for your state’s Bar Council. Just tell me your state.