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After completing a master's in law abroad, can I come back and practice law in India with the Indian Bar Association?

27 Jul 2026 · Answered by Gangadhara N S · 1 min read
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Yes, you can practice law in India after completing a master's in law abroad, but there are important requirements.

- Your foreign law degree must be recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI).
- You must pass the BCI's Qualifying Examination for Indian Nationals Holding Foreign Law Degrees.
- After passing, you need to enroll with a State Bar Council to get a Certificate of Practice.
- To appear in Indian courts, you must also clear the All India Bar Examination (AIBE).

If you meet these steps, you can practice law in India. Requirements and recognition policies are subject to change.

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