BREAKING: Bar Council Of Delhi Resumes Enrollment Of Advocates With Immediate Effect

In a promising update for future lawyers in Delhi, the Bar Council of Delhi (BCD) has announced the immediate restart of the enrollment process for aspiring legal professionals. This decision follows the Supreme Court's ruling on July 30, 2024, in the case "Gaurav Kumar Versus Union of India and Others" (Writ Petition (C) No. 352 of 2023). The Court's directive has allowed the BCD to resume enrollment, adhering to the Supreme Court's orders and the subsequent guidance from the Bar Council of India.

 

*Enrollment Process Resumes*

 

The BCD's office, led by Col. Arun Sharma (Retd.), Secretary, has issued an order announcing that the enrollment process is back in action effective immediately. This news comes as a relief to many law graduates who have been eagerly waiting to begin their legal careers. The BCD will now be accepting and processing enrollment applications in line with the newly set guidelines.

 

*Revised Fee Structure*

 

In line with the Supreme Court’s ruling, the enrollment fees have been updated:

 

- General Category: ?2,750

- SC/ST Category: ?125

 

This revised fee includes ?600 for enrollment and ?150 for the Bar Council of India, making the process more affordable and accessible for all prospective lawyers.

 

The BCD has also detailed the enrollment procedure, stressing the need for personal verification and documentation. Candidates must present their identity proof and either their LLB Final Year Marksheet or LLB Provisional Certificate during enrollment. A separate register will be maintained to ensure transparency and accurate record-keeping. Staff will document the candidate’s name on both the cover and the first page of the enrollment form.

 

For more information or questions, candidates are encouraged to visit the Bar Council of Delhi's official website or contact their office directly.

 

*Awaiting UP Bar Council’s Decision*

 

Following the Supreme Court’s ruling, the Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh had also paused its enrollment process. Law graduates in Uttar Pradesh are now waiting for the Bar Council’s decision on the revised enrollment fees and further instructions.