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Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa 2024 - How to Enrol, Eligibility, Registration, Fees, Contact Details

Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa 2024 - How to Enrol, Eligibility, Registration, Fees, Contact Details

Edited By Sumeet Sudarshan | Updated on Oct 01, 2024 12:26 PM IST | #AIBE

The Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa was established under the Advocates Act. Its main task is to enrol advocates in its territory. The state bar council exercises jurisdiction over all the advocates enrolled with it in the state of Maharashtra, Goa and union territories of Daman and Diu, and Dadra and Nagar Haveli. The Maharashtra and Goa bar council enrollment fees is Rs 15,000 for candidates domiciled in Maharashtra and Goa, whereas candidates from other states enroling with Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa need to pay an additional Rs 1000.

The Bar Council of India stipulates that law graduates appearing for the All India Bar Examination should mandatorily register with the state bar council before applying for the exam. Upon completion of the registration, candidates are provisionally enrolled as advocates for a period of two years. However, for the purpose of appearing for AIBE, the enrolment is valid for any number of attempts. Law graduates must clear the AIBE and obtain the Certificate of Practice to become advocates and practise law in India.

Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa Enrolment Eligibility Criteria

Given below are the essential requirements to enrol with the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa

  • To enrol in a state bar council the candidate must be law graduate having completed either a 3-year LLB or a 5-year LLB programme.

  • Additionally, the bar council of Maharashtra and Goa enrolment eligibility stipulates that if the candidate is employed or involved in trade or business, then they cannot be enrolled as advocates.

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How to Enrol with Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa

Candidates must visit the official website of the state bar council of Maharashtra and Goa and complete online registration in order to enrol with the council. To complete Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa enrolment registration, candidates have to follow the steps given below:

Steps to Complete Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa Registration

  • Visit the official website - barcouncilmahgoa.org

  • Click on the online enrolment link

  • Sign up by entering name, mobile number, email id and father’s / husband’s name.

  • Enter the required details in the form

  • Upload photograph and signature

  • Upload the required documents

  • Complete the enrolment application fee payment

  • Take a printout of the application form

  • Send the hard copy of the online application to the council along with a fee receipt within 14 days from the submission of the online application form.

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Important Instructions for Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa Registration

  • Candidates must fill the application form in capital letters.

  • Those candidates who completed their law degree from outside Maharashtra and Goa and the UT of Daman & Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli are required to pay an additional fee of Rs. 1000 apart from the enrolment fee.

  • Candidates must upload photographs in which they should appear in the prescribed dress code only. The signature and photograph must not be more than 500 kb in size.

  • The copies of the certificates and marksheets submitted with the application must be attested by a gazetted officer or the principal of Law College or by Judicial Officer or by Oath Commissioner or Notary or Member of the state Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa

  • If there is any correction to be made in the application form, then the candidate must do it within 14 days of the submission.

  • Candidates are required to upload the Certificate of Good moral character during registration

  • If any particulars submitted by the applicant are found to be false the name of the applicant will be struck off from the rolls.

  • Incomplete applications will be rejected

  • The printout of the application must be taken in a legal size ledger paper (green colour)

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Affidavits to be Submitted by the Candidates

Applicants have to submit the following affidavits during Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa Enrolment Registration. As per the BCI rules, these affidavits must be submitted along with the enrolment form.

  • Candidates who passed their law degree from outside Maharashtra, Goa and UT of Daman & Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli should submit an affidavit stating that their name would be removed from the roll of advocates maintained by the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa if their university disqualifies their degree.

  • In case of change of name of the applicant due to marriage or other reason, the applicant must submit an affidavit to that effect and must also submit an attested copy of the marriage certificate or/and a copy of the official government gazette in which the change of name has been notified.

  • An undertaking on affidavit stating that the convocation certificate of the law degree will be submitted as soon as it is received.

Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa Enrolment Fee

Particulars

Fee

Enrolment fee

Rs. 15,000

For candidates who completed law degree outside Maharashtra, Goa, and UT of Daman and Diu, and Dadra & Nagar Haveli

Additional Rs. 1,000

What after the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa Registration?

After successful registration, candidates would be required to visit the council to complete the enrolment process and administer the oath. The state bar council specifies that the time for enrolment would be from 11 am to 2 pm and 3 pm to 4 pm on working days. The office would remain closed on 2nd and 4th Saturdays as well as public holidays.

Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa Contact Details

Particulars

Details

Phone

022-69381033 /69381037

Email

barcouncilmahgoa@gmail.com

Address

2nd floor, High Court Extension, Dr. Kane Road, Fort Mumbai, Maharashtra 400032

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the official website to complete Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa registration?

The official website to complete Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa registration is barcouncilmahgoa.org.

2. Can I apply offline to complete Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa enrolment?

No, candidates must apply online for Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa enrolment.

3. What is the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa enrolment fee?

The Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa enrolment fee is Rs. 15,000. Candidates who did their LLB from outside of Maharashtra, Goa, Daman and Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli should should pay an additional fee of Rs. 1,000

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After passing the AIBE (All India Bar Examination), follow these steps:

  1. Obtain Your Certificate of Practice (COP) : Apply for the Certificate of Practice from your respective State Bar Council. This document allows you to practice law as an advocate.

  2. Enroll with the State Bar Council : Complete the enrollment process with your State Bar Council if you haven't already. This usually involves submitting your AIBE results and other required documents.

  3. Find a Job or Start Practicing : You can either join a law firm, start your own practice, or explore opportunities in legal departments of corporations and government agencies.

  4. Attend Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Programs : Keep up with legal education and stay updated on changes in law by attending workshops and seminars.

  5. Network and Build Your Reputation : Engage with other legal professionals, attend legal events, and build your professional network.

  6. Explore Further Specialization : Consider specializing in a specific area of law if you have particular interests or career goals.

Ensure that you follow all procedural requirements as outlined by your State Bar Council to officially commence your legal practice.

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