February 26, 2026 : The Supreme Court of India has announced the results of the Advocate-on-Record (AOR) Examination held in June 2025, providing long-awaited clarity to advocates who appeared for the highly competitive test. With the declaration of results, 207 candidates have successfully qualified and are now eligible to be registered as Advocates-on-Record before the apex court.
The AOR designation is a significant professional achievement. Only an Advocate-on-Record is authorized to file cases, submit pleadings, and formally represent litigants before the Supreme Court. While other advocates may argue matters, the responsibility for procedural compliance and filings rests exclusively with the AOR.
The examination is widely regarded as one of the most demanding professional assessments in the Indian legal system. It evaluates candidates on Supreme Court practice and procedure, drafting skills, professional ethics, and substantive law. To be eligible for the exam, advocates must complete the prescribed training under a registered Advocate-on-Record and meet the required years of legal practice.
The declaration of results underscores the Court’s commitment to maintaining high professional standards among practitioners appearing before it. Clearing the AOR examination demonstrates that an advocate has the procedural expertise and technical competence necessary to handle matters before the country’s highest judicial forum.
Successful candidates can now complete the formal registration process to obtain their Advocate-on-Record status. Once registered, they will be entitled to file vakalatnamas, institute proceedings, and assume procedural responsibility for cases before the Supreme Court.
For many advocates, particularly younger practitioners, securing AOR status marks a defining step in their careers. It enables independent practice before the apex court and strengthens professional standing within the legal fraternity. The announcement of the June 2025 results is therefore an important development for both the successful candidates and the broader landscape of Supreme Court litigation in India.
