The Supreme Court of India has announced that the next Advocates-on-Record examination is scheduled to take place in New Delhi from June 12 to June 15. As per the Rules 5(i) and 5(ii) of Order IV of the Supreme Court Rules, 2013, and Regulation 2 of the Regulations regarding Advocates-on-Record Examination made under the said rules, the top court has invited applications from eligible advocates to participate in the upcoming examination.
According to the eligibility criteria, advocates who have undergone a minimum of one-year continuous training from the end of the fourth year of their enrolment until Sunday, April 30, 2023, are eligible to take the examination. The candidates who would complete their training before the commencement of the examination will also be eligible. However, applications will be accepted only upon producing the requisite certificate of training from an Advocate-on-Record as per Regulation 6 of the Regulations regarding Advocates-on-Record Examination.
This announcement comes as a relief to many advocates who have been eagerly waiting for the examination amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. The notification further provides a detailed breakdown of the application process and the syllabus for the examination.
Candidates Who Failed in Previous Examination Can Appear in a Single Paper
In a recent announcement, the Supreme Court of India has clarified that candidates who failed to secure 50 per cent in one paper in the previous examination but secured 40 per cent or more in that paper and 60 per cent in the aggregate, or failed to secure 60 per cent in aggregate despite passing in all papers, will be allowed to appear in a single paper of their choice in the upcoming Advocates-on-Record examination. However, such candidates will be eligible to appear in the examination afresh, subject to fulfilling other conditions.
This move is likely to provide a much-needed opportunity for candidates who may have narrowly missed the qualifying criteria in their previous attempt. The notification also specifies the rules and regulations for such candidates and how they can apply for the single paper option.
The upcoming examination is set to take place from June 12 to June 15 in New Delhi, and the court has already invited applications from eligible advocates who meet the minimum training requirements. With the added provision for candidates who failed previously, more advocates may be encouraged to apply for the examination, ultimately leading to an increase in the number of qualified Advocates-on-Record.
Last Date of Application
Application Deadline for Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Exam is May 6
The Supreme Court of India has set May 6 as the deadline for advocates to submit their applications for the upcoming Advocates-on-Record examination. As per the notification, it has been emphasized that the application must reach the Secretary, Board of Examiners by the prescribed date, and no applications will be accepted after the deadline.
Eligible advocates who meet the minimum training requirements can apply for the examination, which is scheduled to take place from June 12 to June 15 in New Delhi. The notification also provides a detailed breakdown of the application process, including the required documents and fee payment information.
With the deadline for submission approaching fast, advocates are advised to complete their applications at the earliest to avoid any last-minute delays or technical issues. The Supreme Court has made it clear that no applications will be entertained after the deadline, so it's essential to ensure that all the necessary steps are taken before the cutoff date.
Mode of Application
Physical Copies of Application Form Available at Supreme Court Secretary's Office
As per the notification released by the Supreme Court of India, candidates interested in appearing for the upcoming Advocates-on-Record examination may procure physical copies of the application form from the Office of the Secretary during working hours on any working day. The notification also mentions that a copy of the form, along with relevant instructions, has been appended as an annexure to the notification for reference.
Candidates are advised to carefully read the instructions and fill out the application form accurately and completely. The notification specifies the required documents and fee payment information that must be submitted along with the application. The deadline for submitting the application is May 6, 2023, and no applications will be accepted after the cutoff date.
This move to provide physical copies of the application form is likely to ease the process for candidates who may face technical issues or difficulties in accessing the online application portal. However, advocates are encouraged to submit their applications well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute complications or delays.
Rules and Regulations for Supreme Court Advocates-on-Record Exam Results
The Supreme Court of India has outlined the rules and regulations related to the results of the Advocates-on-Record examination. As per the notification, candidates who remain absent in any of the papers would be presumed to lack sufficient preparation for the examination and would not be given any further opportunity to appear, except for good reason and with the express permission of the Board of Examiners.
Candidates who are unsuccessful in all the papers of the examination will not be eligible to appear in the next examination. Additionally, candidates who do not appear in all the papers and fail in the others will be deemed to have failed in all the papers, including those in which they did not appear.
Each candidate can appear for a maximum of five chances to clear the examination. However, even appearing in a single paper shall be considered a chance under the regulations.
To pass the examination, candidates must obtain a minimum of 50 per cent in every individual paper and a combined aggregate of 60 per cent. The papers included in the examination are practice and procedure of the Supreme Court, drafting, advocacy and professional ethics, and ethics.
The notification makes it clear that there is no provision for re-evaluation of answer sheets, and no application or representation for the same will be entertained. However, candidates may seek other relief, except for re-evaluation, within 30 days of the declaration of results.
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