Bar Council of Delhi 2026: Registration, Eligibility and Fees
All India Bar Examination 2026 ( AIBE )
Registration - 11 Feb '26 - 30 Apr '26
Want to enrol in the Bar Council of Delhi after LLB? Check out the steps to Bar Council of Delhi registration, fees, and other important details in this article. Learn all about the State Bar Council of Delhi here.
Bar Council of Delhi
The Bar Council of Delhi (BCD) is a regulatory body that represents lawyers practising law in capital city. It was formed in 1961 under the Advocates Act, 1961. The member lawyers represent it in the meetings of the "Bar Council of India," which frames professional rules, regulations, and etiquette for all practising lawyers in India.
To practise law in the Union Territory of Delhi as an advocate, all lawyers have to enrol. Know all about it including its functions, steps and fees to enrol in it, and the current list of advocates enrolled.
- Functions of Bar Council of Delhi
- Why do I need to Enrol in Bar Council of Delhi?
- Documents Required for Registration to Bar Council of Delhi
- Eligibility for Bar Council of Delhi Registration
- Bar Council of Delhi: Fee Structure
- Fees for Retired Persons of Age 45 and Above
- Scope of Working as an Advocate for Bar Council of Delhi
- What after Bar Council of Delhi Registration 2026?
Functions of Bar Council of Delhi
The functions of the Bar Council of Delhi have been listed below:
- To admit persons as advocates on its roll
- To prepare and maintain such roll
- To entertain and determine cases of misconduct against advocates on its roll
- To safeguard the rights, privileges and interest of advocates
- To promote the growth of Bar Associations for the purposes of effective implementation of the welfare schemes
- To promote and support law reform
- To conduct seminars
- To organise legal aid to the poor
- To manage and invest the funds of the Bar Council
- To provide for the election of its members
- To visit and inspect Universities
- A State Bar Council (includind BCD) may form one or more funds in the for the given objectives:
- Giving financial assistance to organise welfare schemes
- Giving legal aid or advice in accordance with the rules
Why do I need to Enrol in Bar Council of Delhi?
If you have completed either 5-year LLB or 3-year LLB you need to reigster with your state bar council to appear in the All India Bar Examination (AIBE). Once you pass the exam, you will receive the “Certificate of Practice” which is mandatory to practice in the court.
How to Become an Advocate After 5-year LLB / LLB?
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Commonly asked questions
Yes, final-year and final-semester LLB students can apply for AIBE 21. Eligible students must have no backlogs and be in their final year of a 3-year or 5-year LLB course from a BCI-recognized university.
Candidates can check the AIBE Eligibility Criteria below
Parameter | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
Qualifying exam | Candidates who have passed a three-year LLB or five-year LLB degree are eligible to appear for the AIBE exam. Therefore, the academic qualifying exam for AIBE candidates is
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Minimum marks in qualifying exam | The BCI mentions no minimum marks are required for appearing in the AIBE exam. However, a candidate must secure a minimum percentage or grades in their law degree as prescribed by universities for further education. |
Age limit for AIBE exam | There is no upper or lower age limit for appearing in the All India Bar Examination. |
State Bar Council Registration/Enrollment | A candidate must be registered with their State Bar Councils as an Advocate. As State Bar Council enrollment is mandatory for AIBE eligibility. Candidates not enrolled as an advocate with the SBC, will not be able to apply for AIBE XXI 2026-27 |
The BCI changed the AIBE Eligibility Criteria 2026. From this year onwards, candidates in 3-year or 5-year law programmes without a back log are eligible to apply. Also, candidates who have enrolled with BCI can also apply.
Documents Required for Registration to Bar Council of Delhi
The following documents are required to register for the State Bar Coucil of Delhi:
- Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets
- LLB passing certificate
For 3yr LLB - Graduation degree certificate + LLB degree certificate
For 5yr LLB - Degree certificate / Provisional certificate
- Latest passport size photo in formal lawyer attire
- Attendance cum character certificate
- Photo ID card
- Self attested residence proof
- Rent agreement if you are not a resident of Delhi
- Gap affidavit if there is gap between your LLB passing year and bar registration year
- Affidavit of intended place of practice
Eligibility for Bar Council of Delhi Registration
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Candidates must have passed 5-year LLB or 3-year LLB
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No minimum requirements of marks
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No minimum or maximum age limit
How to Enrol in Bar Council of Delhi?
Candidates can follow the simple steps given below to enrol in Bar Council of India
Purchase an online registration / application
Purchase the application or registration form from the Office of the Bar Council of Delhi by paying INR 1000. The addresses of the offices from which the forms can be purchased are mentioned below:
| Office Name |
Office Address |
|---|---|
| Head Office - Bar Council of Delhi |
2/6, Siri Fort Institutional Area Khle Gaon Marg, New Delhi - 49 |
| Advocate Welfafre Fund Trustee Committee |
1-F. Lawyers Chambers, High Court of Delhi Sher Shah Suri Road, New Delhi - 03 |
| E - Library (Karkardooma Court) |
E - Library Karkardooma Court, Delhi - 110032 |
| E - Library (Tis Hazari Court) |
E - Library, Tis Hazari Court, Delhi - 110054 |
| E - Library (Rohini Court) |
Rohini Court Complex, Outer Ring Road Block - D, Sector - 14, Rohini, Delhi - 110085 |
| Dwarka Court |
Near Dwarka Sector 10 Metro Station, New Delhi - 110075 |
Fill out the application form and submit it
Applicants are required to fill out all the areas available in the application form of the Bar Council of Delhi.
Security of Application form
In the third step, the members of the enrollment committee of BCD scrutinise the applications and then submit them to the office of the committee.
Issuing ID cards and enrollment numbers
Applicants whose applications are approved by the enrollment committee can obtain their ID cards and enrollment numbers. They can practise law in Delhi.
Commonly asked questions
No. As per the BCI rules, candidates can not practice in the court of law until they have a certificate of practice. The CoP will be issued only to those who clear the AIBE Exam.
To qualify for the AIBE exam in 2026, general/OBC candidates typically need to secure at least 40% to 45% of the total 100 marks. Candidates from SC/ST/PwD categories require a minimum of 35% to 40%, though exact cutoffs can slightly vary by session.
The candidates whose names appears on the Roll of Advocates maintained by a State Bar Council can apply for the CoP. These candidates must be enrolled advocates who have passed the All India Bar Examination.
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Bar Council of Delhi: Fee Structure
Check out the regsitration fee and other fees for the Bar Council of Delhi below:
The enrolment fees for the Bar Council of Delhi is INR 600. However, the cost of Bar Council of Delhi registration form is INR 1000. Check out fees of all the important services provided by BCD below:
Fees for 5-year LLB and 3-year LLB Graduates
| Particulars | Fees for 3-year LLB applicants (in INR) | Fees for 5-year LLB applicants (in INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Enrolment Fees | 600 | 600 |
| Identity Card | 100 | 100 |
| Building Fund | 4,000 | 6,900 |
| Library Fund | 3,000 | 4,400 |
| Indigent | 2,900 | 4,300 |
| Welfare Fun Fee U/R 40 BCI | 3,000 | 3,000 |
| Advocates Welfare Fund Bar Council of Delhi | 700 | 700 |
| Bar Council of India Fund | 150 | 150 |
| Total | 14,450 | 20,150 |
Fees for Retired Persons of Age 45 and Above
| Particulars | Fees for Retired Persons of Age 45 years and Above |
|---|---|
| Enrolment Fees | 600 |
| Identity Card | 100 |
| Building Fund | 11,900 |
| Library Fund | 9,400 |
| Indigent | 9,300 |
| Welfare Fun Fee U/R 40 BCI | 3,000 |
| Advocates Welfare Fund Bar Council of Delhi | 700 |
| Bar Council of India Fund | 150 |
| Total | 35,150 |
Scope of Working as an Advocate for Bar Council of Delhi
Working as an advocate associated with the Bar Council of Delhi offers a wide range of opportunities and benefits that can significantly enhance your legal career. The scope is diverse, involving roles in legal representation, advisory functions, regulatory affairs, and contributions to the broader legal community. The details about the scope are mentioned below:
- Legal Representation and Advisory Roles
- Disciplinary Proceedings
- Public Service and Legal Advocacy
- Judicial Aspirations
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What after Bar Council of Delhi Registration 2026?
Once you have submitted the application, you will be called for an interview in front of the enrolment committee and oat-taking ceremony. You will be informed the time and date for the same. You will have to present the enrolment committee either physically or through the Zoom platform. You must make sure that you appear in the full uniform while presenting before the committee.
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The candidates who have registered for the AIBE exam will require following details to access the admit card-
Login ID and
Password to access the AIBE hall ticket.
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No, the exam pattern of AIBE did not face changes this year. The exam will be held for 3 hours duration. Candidates will be asked 100 MCQ based questions.
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The AIBE 20 CoP has not been released yet. Candidates must note that Bar Council of India is likely to publish the AIBE CoP in next few weeks.
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AIBE Result is not released in offline mode. Candidates will have to visit allindiabarexamination.com. Candidates will have to enter their login details to check the result.
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To download the AIBE 21 answer key-
Visit the BCI website.
Login using your registered email address and password.
Now, click on the AIBE XXI Answer Key tab.
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BCI will release the AIBE provisional and final answer key online. Candidates can use their registered email address and password to access the answer key.
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No, you can not appear for AIBE Exam if you don't have a hall ticket. AIBE Exam is conducted in pen-and-paper mode. Candidates can not appear in any other mode. Candidates can print the admit card by visiting allindiabarexamination.com in case they loose their hall ticket.
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The Bar Council of India conducts the All India Bar Examination. The exam is held to award the Certificate of Practice to law graduates. The BCI handles all aspects of the exam, including the syllabus, exam pattern, and registration, which is available on allindiabarexamination.com.
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The AIBE syllabus is considered moderate in difficulty, focusing on fundamental legal concepts rather than complex, specialised knowledge. However, since it is no more the open-book exam, candidates have huge syllabus to cover.
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No. As per the BCI rules, candidates can not practice in the court of law until they have a certificate of practice. The CoP will be issued only to those who clear the AIBE Exam.
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