The Supreme Court AOR Examination Cell has announced that the Advocates-on-Record (AOR) Examination will not be conducted in 2026, citing sufficient existing strength of qualified advocates.

According to an official notice dated April 30, 2026, issued by the Court’s Advocates-on-Record Examination Cell, the decision was taken by the competent authority after reviewing the current number of AORs.

“Keeping in view the overall strength of the AORs, the Advocates-on-Record Examination shall not be conducted in the year 2026.”

The notification further clarified that the next examination is likely to be held in 2027, with a detailed schedule and dates to be announced later.