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Advocate Grant

The Scheme “Advocate Grant” was launched by the Backward Classes Development Department, Government of Kerala during the year 2012-13. Under the scheme, the grant will be provided to law graduates belonging to backward classes facing financial difficulties for starting practice as advocates.

Authority

State

Region

Kerala

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- The grant of ₹12000/- per year will be provided to law graduates who enrolled before the Bar Council. | - The grant will be provided for 3 consecutive years.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a permanent resident of the Kerala State.; The applicant should belong to the State Backward Community of Kerala State.; The applicant should be a Law Graduate.; The applicant should be enrolled as an Advocate in the Bar Council (Kerala).; The applicant should be started practice as an Advocate within the state shall alone be considered.; The annual family income of the applicant should be ₹1,00,000/-.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

For how many years will the grant be provided to the beneficiaries?

The grant will be provided for 3 consecutive years.

What is the benefit of the scheme?

The grant of [?]12000/- per year will be provided to law graduates who enrolled before the Bar Council.

What is the “Advocate Grant” scheme?

The scheme "Advocate Grant" will be provided grant to law graduates belonging to backward classes facing financial difficulties for starting practice as advocates.

What is the aim of the scheme?

The scheme aims to ensure adequate representation of OBC's in the judiciary.

Which is the implementing department of this scheme?

Backward Communities Development Department, Government of Kerala

Who is eligible to get the benefits of the scheme?

The Law Graduates who enrolled before the Bar Council can apply under the scheme.

Is this scheme only for the Backward Communities of Kerala State?

Yes, the applicant should belong to the State Backward Communities of Kerala State.

Is this scheme only for the residents of the Kerala State?

Yes, the applicant should be a permanent resident of the Kerala State.

What is the criterion for annual family income under the scheme?

The annual family income of the applicant from all sources does not exceed [?]1,00,000/-.

Who will be given preference under this scheme?

The preference will be given to Below Poverty Line (BPL) candidates and whose annual family income is less.

Where can I get the application form?

The application can be downloaded from the official website of Backward Communities Development Department, Government of Kerala. https://bcdd.kerala.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/pdf-3.pdf