The COP has been issued for all State Bar Councils. The AIBE 19 exam was held on December 22, 2024, and the AIBE 19 Results 2024 were declared on March 21, 2025. Candidates should note that to practice in a court of law it is mandatory to have Certificate of Practice (COP). The BCI has made it mandatory for all lawyers to obtain a Certificate of Practice (COP) within three years of provisional enrollment.
AIBE 19 Certificate of Practice (COP) Update: The Bar Council of India (BCI) has announced the release of the AIBE 19 (XIX) Certificate of Practice (COP) 2024. The COP has been issued for all State Bar Councils. The AIBE 19 exam was held on December 22, 2024, and the AIBE 19 Results 2024 were declared on March 21, 2025.
Candidates should note that to practice in a court of law it is mandatory to have Certificate of Practice (COP). The BCI has made it mandatory for all lawyers to obtain a Certificate of Practice (COP) within three years of provisional enrollment.
A Certificate of Practice (CoP) is a formal authorisation issued by the Bar Council of India under Section 24(1)(b) of the Advocates Act, 1961, certifying that an individual is qualified and authorised to practice law in India. It is granted to law graduates who successfully clear the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) and serves as the primary credential enabling advocates to appear before courts and tribunals across the country.
AIBE 19: Steps to Fill the Application for COP from the State Bar Council
Candidates can follow these simple steps to apply for the Certificate of Practice (COP):
- Download or Obtain the Application Form: Access the COP application form from the official website or office of your respective State Bar Council.
- Complete the Application Form: Fill in the required details, including your academic qualifications, bar council enrollment, and AIBE qualifying status.
- Submit the Application: Send the completed application form along with the necessary documents and application fee.
How to Obtain COP from the State Bar Council
In the past, eligible candidates received notifications from the Bar Council of India regarding the availability of COP at their state bar councils. Candidates would then visit their respective councils to obtain the COP.
To provide candidates with immediate access to a digital version of their COP until they receive the printed copy, the Bar Council introduced the AIBESCOPE smartphone application in 2021. Currently, applicants must complete the application form available on their state bar council's official website.
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