The Allahabad High Court has mandated the Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh to issue permanent enrolment numbers to advocates who pass the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) within four weeks of result admission. The court also directed police verification for these law graduates to expedite their enrolment.
Allahabad HC Directs UP Bar Council to Expedite Advocates' Enrolment
The Allahabad High Court recently issued a directive to the Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh, mandating it to provide permanent enrolment numbers to advocates who successfully qualify the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) within four weeks of receiving their result cards. This order was outlined in the case of Yogendra v. State of UP and 3 Others.
Justice Arun Kumar Singh Deshwal presided over the matter and emphasized the importance of efficient processing for new advocates. He directed the Director General of Police (DGP) to instruct district police chiefs to conduct thorough police verification for law graduates who wish to enroll as advocates promptly. This verification process is crucial for maintaining the integrity and reputation of the legal profession.
The court recognized the delays often faced by law graduates in obtaining enrolment numbers due to prolonged verification processes. By instituting a clear timeline, it aims to streamline the enrolment procedure, allowing new advocates to commence their legal careers without undue delay.
For practitioners, this directive is significant as it clarifies the timeline for enrolment and reinforces the necessity for timely police checks. Legal professionals should stay informed on the implementation of this directive to better advise incoming advocates.
Citations
- Yogendra v. State of UP and Others (2026) 5 ALJ 123
