The Nepal Bar Council has published an official notice inviting online applications for the 35th Advocate (Adhivakta) Examination. Eligible law graduates and practicing legal professionals can now apply through the Council’s official exam portal. Below is a complete, easy-to-follow breakdown of eligibility, required documents, fees, exam centers, the exam schedule, and the rules candidates must follow — based directly on the official notice.
Adhibakta Advocate Application Form Key Dates at a Glance
| Detail | Date (BS) | Date (AD) |
|---|---|---|
| Notice published | 2083.04.19 | — |
| Online application opens | 2083.04.19 | August 4, 2026 |
| Regular application deadline | 2083.05.17 | September 2, 2026 |
| Late deadline (double fee) | 2083.05.24 | September 9, 2026 |
Who Can Apply? (Eligibility for Advocate Lawyer)
Candidates must meet one of the following criteria:
- Passed a Bachelor’s degree in Law, OR
- Hold an Advocate certificate and have been continuously practicing law, up to date with the Council, for up to 7 years
Documents Required for Online Application
All documents must be scanned and uploaded; each document should be uploaded only once. Submitting false information can lead to legal action under prevailing law.
- Law degree transcript (Labdhankit Patra), Character Certificate, and Nepali Citizenship Certificate
- Equivalence Certificate from the relevant body (for candidates who studied abroad)
- Advocate Certificate and proof of continuous 7-year legal practice (for advocates applying under that route)
- A recent passport-size photo with both ears clearly visible
- A photo on plain white paper clearly showing the applicant’s signature and thumbprint (both hands)
Application Fee and Payment Details
- Fee: Rs. 4,500 (inclusive of form and exam fee)
- Bank: Siddhartha Bank Limited, Hattisar Branch
- Account name: NEPAL BAR COUNCIL AAMDANI KHATA
- Account number: 5551274 0063
- Applicants must upload proof of payment (bank voucher or QR payment receipt) with their full name and mobile number clearly mentioned, as required in the online form.
How and Where to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the Nepal Bar Council’s official exam portal:
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After submitting the form, applicants can log in with their registered email and password to verify their application status. Admit cards can be downloaded only one day before the exam date.
Exam Centers
- For Bagmati Province, the exam center is Kathmandu.
- For other provinces, the center will be the provincial capital or a location designated by the Exam Committee where a liaison office exists.
- If a province has fewer than 500 candidates, its exam will also be held in Kathmandu.
- Candidates must select their exam center province carefully while filling the form — exam centers cannot be changed once selected, and switching provinces after applying is not allowed.
Exam Schedule and Syllabus
| Subject | Full Marks | Pass Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1: Constitution and Law (Multiple Choice) | 100 | 50 | 1 hr 30 min |
| Paper 2: Law English–Nepali Translation (5+5 = 10 marks) | 100 (combined with drafting) | 50 | 30 min |
| Paper 2: Drafting (Masyauda Lekhan) | 90 marks | — | 3 hr 30 min |
The exact exam date will be published separately by the Council.
Special Provision for Existing Advocates
Advocates who received their certificate under the Council’s decision dated 2082.08.07 and have remained continuously up to date with the Council need to appear only for the Drafting portion of Paper 2 (translation is not required). Their drafting exam will cover Civil, Criminal, and Writ drafting, with a combined full mark of 100 and a pass mark of 45.
Important Rules While Filling the Online Form
- Your name must match exactly as it appears on your citizenship certificate. If there’s a mismatch with your educational certificates, attach a recommendation letter from the relevant District Administration Office confirming it’s the same person.
- If your current address differs from your citizenship certificate, attach supporting proof (local-level recommendation/migration certificate, or marriage registration certificate, as applicable).
- Your mother’s name in the form must match exactly as recorded on your citizenship certificate.
Rules to Follow on Exam Day
- The admit card is mandatory — no entry without it.
- No candidate will be allowed to enter 30 minutes after the exam starts.
- Candidates cannot leave the exam hall 1 hour before the exam ends.
- Seating must follow the official seat plan; changing seats without permission is not allowed.
- Electronic devices are strictly banned, including mobile phones, calculators, Bluetooth devices, iPads/tablets, earphones, and smartwatches.
- Candidates who are sick, unwell, or have a disability must inform the Center Chief at least 1 hour before the exam. Visually impaired candidates or those unable to write may request a scribe (with prior approval and eligibility verification).
- Only black ink is permitted; use of any other colored ink or pencil may result in the answer sheet being disqualified.
- For MCQs, candidates must mark the correct question set/Key on the answer sheet — failing to do so voids the exam.
- The MCQ question booklet must be returned with the answer sheet; failure to do so results in automatic cancellation of that candidate’s exam.
- A list of drafting precedents (nazir) for reference is available for download at www.nepalbarcouncil.org.np.
Applicant Checklist
- Confirm eligibility (law degree or 7-year continuous advocate practice)
- Scan all required documents (transcript, character certificate, citizenship, photos, etc.)
- Pay Rs. 4,500 fee via Siddhartha Bank and save the voucher/QR receipt with name and mobile number
- Fill the online form at exam.nepalbarcouncil.com before September 2, 2026 (or by September 9, 2026 with double fee)
- Select the correct exam center province carefully
- Download the admit card one day before the exam
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for the Nepal Bar Council 35th Advocate Exam? The regular deadline is September 2, 2026 (2083.05.17). Late applications with double fee are accepted until September 9, 2026 (2083.05.24).
Q2. What is the application fee? Rs. 4,500, covering both the form and exam fee, payable via Siddhartha Bank Limited, Hattisar Branch.
Q3. Where can I apply online? Through the official portal: exam.nepalbarcouncil.com.
Q4. Can I change my exam center after submitting the form? No. Once you select your exam center province, it cannot be changed, and you cannot switch to another province’s center later.
Q5. Do practicing advocates need to take the translation paper? No. Advocates who meet the Council’s continuous-practice criteria (per the 2082.08.07 decision) only need to take the Drafting portion of Paper 2.
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