Bar Council of Delhi: Registration, Eligibility and Fees

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 and statutory body that represents lawyers practising law in Delhi. It was formed in 1961 under the Advocates Act, 1961. The member lawyers of the Bar Council of Delhi represent it in the meetings of the "Bar Council of India," which develops and enforces 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 are required to enrol in the Bar Council of Delhi. Know all about the Bar Council of Delhi, including its functions, steps and fees to enrol in it, and the current list of advocates enrolled in the Delhi Bar Council.

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Functions of Bar Council of Delhi 

To gain a deeper understanding of the roles and responsibilities of BCD, aspiring lawyers must know its functions. 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 on its roll;
• To promote the growth of Bar Associations for the purposes of effective implementation of the welfare schemes referred to in clause (a) of subsection (2) of this section clause (a) of sub-section (2) of section 7
• To promote and support law reform;
• To conduct seminars and organize talks on legal topics by eminent jurists and publish journals and paper of legal interest;
• To organize legal aid to the poor in the prescribed manner;
• To manage and invest the funds of the Bar Council;
• To provide for the election of its members;
• To visit and inspect Universities in accordance with the directions given under clause (i) of sub-section (1) of section 7;
• To perform all other functions conferred on it by or under this Act;
• To do all other things necessary for discharging the aforesaid functions.
• A State Bar Council (includind BCD) may constitute one or more funds in the prescribed manner for the following objectives:

1. Giving financial assistance to organize welfare schemes for the indigent, disabled or other advocates;
2. Giving legal aid or advice in accordance with the rules made in this behalf
3. Establishing law libraries

Why do I need to Enrol in Bar Council of Delhi? 

Individuals who want to become advocates after passing a 3-year LLB or 5-year LLB first need to register with a State Bar Council in India. Then, they need to appear and qualify for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE). Once they pass AIBE, BCI will provide them with a Certificate of Practice." This certificate will allow them to work as individual professional advocates or junior advocates under other senior advocates. Thus, if you want to work as an advocate in Delhi, you will have to register with the Delhi State Bar Council. This registration process is the first step to becoming a litigator in Delhi. 

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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 and marksheets of all semesters + Consolidated marksheet
• For 3yr LLB - Graduation degree certificate + LLB degree certificate
• For 5yr LLB - Degree certificate / Provisional certificate

Note: If you have not received your provisional certificate of your 5-year LLB course, you can ask your college authority for an affidavit mentioning that you have not received your provisional certificate yet and the time when you will receive it and submit it to the State Bar Council.

• Latest passport size photo in formal lawyer attire
• Attendance cum character certificate
• Photo ID card such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card or Passport
• Self attested residence proof
• Rent agreement if you are not a resident of Delhi and ID proof and signature of you landlord 
• Gap affidavit if there is gap between your LLB passing year and bar registration year
• Affidavit of intended place of practice

Note: Get the documents mentioned above managed before registering for the Bar Council of Delhi. This will allow you to provide BCD with all the required documents on time and avoid If you fail to arrange these documents, your registration is likely to be rejected. 

Eligibility for Bar Council of Delhi Registration

• Candidates must have passed 5-year LLB or 3-year LLB to register for the Bar Council of Delhi. 
• There is no minimum requirements of marks for the registration to this State (Union Territory) Bar Council. 
• There is no minimum or maximum age limit to register for BCD. 

How to Enrol in Bar Council of Delhi?

To enroll to the Bar Council of Delhi, use the following steps: 

Step 1: 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: 

Step 2: 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. 

Step 3: 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.

Step 4: 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. 

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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

Fees for Retired Persons of Age 45 and Above

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:

1. Legal Representation and Advisory Roles

Advocates may represent the Bar Council of Delhi in various legal proceedings, including cases before courts, tribunals, and other judicial bodies. This might involve handling disputes related to professional conduct, legal rights of advocates, or issues involving the regulation of the legal profession.

Advocates can serve as legal advisors to the Bar Council, providing expert opinions on regulatory and policy matters. This role involves advising on the implementation of laws governing the legal profession, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and helping draft new regulations or amendments.

2. Disciplinary Proceedings

Advocates working with the Bar Council of Delhi may play a key role in disciplinary committees that deal with complaints of professional misconduct against lawyers. This includes investigating allegations, presenting findings, and participating in hearings that determine the outcomes of such cases.
The role involves ensuring that the ethical standards of the legal profession are maintained, which is crucial for the integrity of the legal system.

3. Public Service and Legal Advocacy

Advocates associated with the Bar Council can engage in public service by advocating for the legal rights of the public and the legal community. This might involve participating in legal awareness campaigns, working on pro bono cases, or contributing to initiatives that improve access to justice.

The Bar Council often plays a role in shaping public policy related to the legal profession. Advocates working with the Bar Council may contribute to these efforts, influencing policy decisions that impact the broader legal landscape.

4. Judicial Aspirations

Experience gained through working with the Bar Council can be valuable for those aspiring to join the judiciary. The exposure to disciplinary proceedings, regulatory work, and legal policymaking provides insights and skills that are beneficial for a judicial career.

Serving in roles related to the Bar Council enhances an advocate’s credentials and can be a stepping stone to higher judicial positions or other prestigious roles within the legal system.

List of Advocates in Bar Council of Delhi 

The members of BCD are elected from among the advocates who are registered with the State Bar Council of Delhi and practising law in Delhi. The current list of members of the Bar Council of Delhi is mentioned below: 

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