Advocate Grant | India Gov Schemes

Key facts

Benefit	₹12,000 yearly
Who	Law graduates from OBC
Income limit	₹1,00,000
Implemented by	Backward Communities Development Department, Kerala
Official portal	bcdd.kerala.gov.in
Application window	Open all year for eligible law graduates.

Benefits

Beneficiaries receive a grant of ₹12,000 per year for three consecutive years to assist in starting their legal practice.

Who can apply

Household income ≤ ₹1,00,000/year
For: law graduate
Category: OBC
Resident of Kerala
poor household
not income tax payer

Applicants must be law graduates from Kerala, enrolled with the Bar Council, and belong to the backward classes. Their annual family income should not exceed ₹1,00,000, and they should not be income tax payers.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted offline to the designated regional offices of the Backward Classes Development Department.

Obtain the application form from the official website of the Backward Communities Development Department.
Fill out the application form with the required details.
Gather all necessary documents as listed.
Submit the completed application form along with documents to the appropriate regional office based on your location.
For applicants from Trivandrum to Ernakulam, submit to the Regional Deputy Director in Ernakulam.
For applicants from Thrissur to Kasargode, submit to the Regional Deputy Director in Kozhikode.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Copy of the Identity proof
Copy of Aadhaar card
Photo of the applicant
Copy of the ration card
Caste Certificate
Income Certificate
Residence proof
Physical Disability Certificate, if applicable
Enrollment Certificate
Certificate from the Senior Advocate
Copy of Bank Passbook
Any other document, if required

Frequently asked questions

What is the Advocate Grant scheme?

The Advocate Grant scheme provides financial assistance to law graduates from backward classes in Kerala who face financial difficulties in starting their legal practice.

Who is eligible for the Advocate Grant?

Eligibility is limited to law graduates from Kerala who are enrolled with the Bar Council and belong to the backward classes, with a family income not exceeding ₹1,00,000.

How much financial assistance does the scheme provide?

The scheme offers a grant of ₹12,000 per year for three consecutive years to eligible law graduates.

Where can I find the application form?

The application form can be downloaded from the official website of the Backward Communities Development Department of Kerala.

What documents are required to apply?

Required documents include identity proof, Aadhaar card, photo, ration card, caste certificate, income certificate, residence proof, enrollment certificate, and a bank passbook.

Is this scheme available to all residents of Kerala?

No, only those who belong to the backward classes and meet the income criteria are eligible for this scheme.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.