Bar Council of Kerala: How to Enroll, Eligibility, Fees
All India Bar Examination 2025 ( AIBE )
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Bar Council of Kerala is the primary organisation in charge of overseeing the legal profession throughout the state. It was established by the Advocates Act of 1961 and is governed by the Bar Council of India. Check the article to know more about eligibility, documents, fees, and what to expect after you enrol.
Bar Council of Kerala: How to Enroll, Eligibility, Fees
To practice law, the graduate has to enrol with the Bar Council of Kerala. This council is important for directing, assisting, and overseeing your advocacy path in the state. Also, they regulate the legal profession in the entire state. The Bar Council of Kerala was formed by the Advocates Act of 1961. The role of the council is to recruit new advocates, enforce regulations and organise legal education programs. Joining this Council is about becoming a part of a professional society, not just checking a box. It helps you grow.
Take a quick look at the responsibilities of the Council:
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Here’s a quick look at what the Council is responsible for
- Law graduates who wish to practise in Kerala are formally enrolled.
- The Council responds to any allegations of wrongdoing and makes sure that all advocates abide by a code of conduct.
- It provides legal aid assistance, manages welfare programs, and assists attorneys in times of financial or medical need.
- It arranges workshops and seminars so lawyers can continue learning throughout their careers.
- It defends attorneys' rights and interests in front of governments, courts, and other organisations.
- To ensure efficient operations, the Council collaborates with a number of bar associations around the state.
- It conducts elections to select council members fairly and openly.
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- Why Should You Enroll with BCI Kerala?
- What Documents Do You Need to Enroll?
- How to Enroll with Bar Council of Kerala
- Get Your Enrollment Certificate
- Next Step: Take the AIBE
- Where to Find the Bar Council of Kerala?
- Address:
Why Should You Enroll with BCI Kerala?
A lawyer who wants to practice law in the court of Kerala must enrol with BCI Kerala. The reasons to enrol with Kerala BCI are mentioned below:
- Without enrolment, you are not allowed to argue in the courtroom.
- You have to pass AIBE to get a Certificate of Practice.
- Enrolled advocates will get many benefits such as health insurance, pensions, and emergency financial assistance.
What Documents Do You Need to Enroll?
Before you apply, keep these documents ready
- Your law degree certificate (or provisional degree).
- Final year mark sheets.
- 10th and 12th certificates (as proof of date of birth).
- Transfer certificate from your law college.
- Character/conduct certificate.
- Proof of ID (like Aadhaar, Passport, or Voter ID).
- A few passport-sized photos.
- A declaration on stamp paper (as required by the council).
- The filled-out enrollment form.
- Fee payment receipt.
If you have already practised law somewhere, you’ll need your certificate of practice.
Also Read: How to enroll with State Bar Councils provisonally?
How to Enroll with Bar Council of Kerala
Go to the official website. Download the enrollment form. Pay the form fees. Fill the form and submit it to the Bar Council official at Ernakulam. The committee will check your application and verify your eligibility. You might be asked for a short interview.
Also Read: Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh: How to Enroll, Eligibility, Fees
Get Your Enrollment Certificate
You will receive an enrollment number and certificate after the completion of the document verification.
Next Step: Take the AIBE
After enrollment, register for the All India Bar Exam (AIBE). Clearing this exam will get you your Certificate of Practice.
Where to Find the Bar Council of Kerala?
Bar Council of Kerala communication address for any queries or complaint is:
Address:
Bar Council Bhavan,
High Court Campus,
Ernakulam, Kochi – 682031, Kerala
Phone: +91 484 2394102 / 2394312
Email: bckerala@yahoo.com
Website: www.barcouncilkerala.org
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (closed on public holidays)
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The candidates can download their Certificate of Practice (CoP) from the link given on the official portal. The candidates can get their CoP by logging with their Enrollment number.
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Candidates who will successfully pass the AIBE exam will be issued the CoP by BCI. The qualified candidates will have to collect their Certificate of Practice from their respective State Bar Councils. It is a mandatory document to practice Law in India.
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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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The minimum qualifying marks for AIBE exam as decided by the Bar Council is:
| Category | Qualifying criteria | Qualifying marks |
|---|---|---|
| General/ OBC | 40% of the total marks | 40 marks out of 100 Marks |
| SC/ ST | 35% of the total marks | 35 marks out of 100 Marks |
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