BCI Mandates Biometric Attendance and Criminal Background Checks for Law Students

New regulations aim to enhance transparency and accountability in legal education institutions across India.

The Bar Council of India (BCI) has introduced new regulations requiring biometric attendance systems in all law education institutions.
Law students must declare any ongoing FIR, criminal case, conviction, or acquittal before receiving their final marksheets and degrees.
Students are prohibited from pursuing another regular academic program or working without a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer.
CCTV cameras must be installed in classrooms and key areas, with footage preserved for one year for verification or investigation purposes.
Institutions failing to comply with these measures face disciplinary actions, including possible de-recognition or disapproval of affiliation.