Revised Schedule: 20th Bar Council of India Qualifying Examination for Indian Nationals Holding Foreign Law Degrees

In light of the forthcoming Lok Sabha Elections and anticipated traffic restrictions, the Bar Council of India has rescheduled the 20th Qualifying Examination for Indian Nationals Holding Foreign Law Degrees. The examination, initially slated from May 20th to May 25th, 2024, will now take place from June 3rd to June 8th, 2024. The venue remains the premises of the Bar Council of India at 21, Rouse Avenue, Institutional Area, New Delhi-110002, with the exam commencing at 11:00 AM and concluding at 2:00 PM.

Exam Structure and Subjects

Spread over six days, the examination will consist of six physical papers, each lasting three hours and carrying a weightage of 100 marks. The papers are structured as follows:

Constitution of India - Monday, June 3rd, 2024
Contract Law & Negotiable Instruments Act - Tuesday, June 4th, 2024
Company Law - Wednesday, June 5th, 2024
Civil Procedure Code and Limitation Act - Thursday, June 6th, 2024
Criminal Procedure Code - Friday, June 7th, 2024
The Indian Legal Profession and Code of Ethics - Saturday, June 8th, 2024

Exam Regulations

For the first three papers, no bare acts or books, including question answer guides or notes, will be permitted.
Only individual bare acts, without any notations, will be allowed for the remaining three papers.
Mobile phones, watches, or gadgets with internet connectivity must be surrendered before the exam, along with all prohibited materials.
Candidates must maintain decorum and refrain from any behavior deemed adverse to exam guidelines.
Violations, including cheating or possession of prohibited items, will result in immediate disqualification at the discretion of the invigilator.

Application Process

The deadline for submitting the application form is May 15th, 2024.
Completed forms, along with self-attested copies of all required documents, should be sent via email to [email protected] and by post to the Controller of Examinations, Bar Council of India.
Upon successful assessment of forms, candidates will receive a fee payment link, with fees due by May 23rd, 2024.

Additional Information

The passing marks for the examination are set at 45 out of 100.
Candidates must carry their admit cards, photo identity proof (Passport/Aadhar), and original mark sheets/degree certificates for verification by invigilators.
Any discrepancies in documentation may result in cancellation of candidature and nullification of results.

Prospective candidates are advised to adhere strictly to the guidelines and regulations outlined by the Bar Council of India for a smooth and fair conduct of the examination.