Observing that financial hardship is forcing many young advocates to leave litigation, the Supreme Court called for the creation of a Young Lawyers’ Professional Assistance Fund across all States and Union Territories. The Court said a dedicated fund could help overcome economic barriers and prevent brain drain in the legal profession.
Candidate who took last year’s AOR exam and were declared eligible to reappear have now moved the Supreme Court, filing a petition challenging the decision to cancel the Advocates-on-Record examination for 2026, which they say is unfair now.
The Supreme Court of India has announced that the 2026 Advocates-on-Record (AOR) Examination stands cancelled after assessing the “overall strength” of practicing AORs. The April 30 notification confirms the exam will resume next year as per the Competent Authority’s orders.
Chief Justice of India-designate Justice Surya Kant urged young lawyers to “stay curious and never stop learning” while addressing the convocation at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia National Law University, Lucknow, stressing that curiosity and continuous learning define lasting success in law.
At the 38th LAWASIA Conference, CJI BR Gavai called on lawyers and law firms to provide fair chances and supportive conditions for graduates from marginalized communities. He stressed that promoting diversity and inclusion is key to upholding constitutional values and social justice.
