BCI Announces 24th Qualifying Examination for Foreign Law Graduates; Applications Begin June 25

The Bar Council of India (BCI) has announced the 24th Qualifying Examination for Indian Nationals Holding Foreign Law Degrees. This examination acts as an essential gateway for candidates who have obtained their law degrees from foreign institutions and aspire to practice law in India.

The examination will be conducted from 15 July to 21 July 2026. Each paper will be conducted from 11AM to 02 PM.

Key takeaways:

1. The 24th qualifying examination comprises six papers, each carrying 100 marks, spread across six days. The subjects and their respective dates are as follows:

Sl. No.	Date of the Examination	Paper
1	15-7-2026	Constitution of India
2	16-7-2026	Contract Law & Negotiable Instruments Act
3	17-7-2026	Company Law
4	18-7-2026	Civil Procedure Code and Limitation Act
5	20-7-2026	Criminal Procedure Code
6	21-7-2026	Indian Legal Profession and Code of Ethics

2. The BCI has provided flexibility for candidates who appeared in previous examinations but could not clear one or more subjects. Such candidates are allowed to reappear only in the subjects they have not passed, enabling them to complete the qualification without retaking the entire examination.

3. Strict regulations have been laid down to ensure fairness and maintain the integrity of the examination:

   • No study material allowed for the first three papers (Constitution, Contract Law, and Company Law).

   • For the remaining papers, only bare acts without notes or markings are permitted.

   • All electronic devices such as mobile phones and smartwatches will be deposited outside the examination hall.

4. Candidates found in violation of examination guidelines, including possession of prohibited materials, use of unfair means, or communication during the examination, may be subject to appropriate action as determined by the invigilator.

5. The application timelines are as follows:

   • Last date for submission of application form: 25 June 2026

   • Last date for fee payment: 5 July 2026

6. Applications will be submitted via email to acadcommitteebci@gmail.com along with scanned copies of the required documents.

7. The duly filled original application form and supporting documents will also be sent by post to the BCI.

8. To qualify, candidates must secure a minimum of 45 marks out of 100 in each paper.

Also Read: BCI Issues Rules on Foreign Nationals: Enrolment, Practice Scope, and Key Restrictions

[Notification of 24th Qualifying Examination]