Supreme Court Vakalatnama
Vakalatnama format as prescribed by the Supreme Court of India Rules, 2013. Authorises an advocate to represent you before the Hon'ble Supreme Court.
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The Vakalatnama is the document by which a client authorises an advocate to appear, plead, and act on their behalf before a court. The format differs slightly across the Supreme Court, High Courts, and District Courts. Below are the standard formats for each level.
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Vakalatnama formats.
The standard authorisation form for advocates to appear before Indian courts. Choose the format that matches the forum where your matter is listed.
High Court Vakalatnama
Standard Vakalatnama format for all High Courts in India. Empowers an advocate to appear, plead, and act on your behalf in High Court proceedings.
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Vakalatnama format as per the Civil Procedure Code, 1908 for District Courts, Family Courts, Tribunals, and other subordinate courts.
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Practical steps for executing a Vakalatnama.
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Download the correct format
Click the Download button for the forum where your matter is listed — Supreme Court, High Court, or District Court.
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Print on legal-size paper
Vakalatnamas are traditionally executed on legal-size paper. Print the form in the correct size before filling in the details.
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Fill in the details carefully
Enter the client name, case details, advocate name, and court information exactly as they appear on the court record. Any mismatch can cause a filing to be returned.
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Sign in the presence of the advocate
The client or authorised party must sign the Vakalatnama in the presence of the advocate. Signature must be witnessed as required by the format.
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Advocate's signature and acceptance
The advocate's signature and formal acceptance must be affixed before the document is filed. All blanks must be filled — no unfilled space should remain.
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File with the court
Once duly executed, the Vakalatnama is ready for filing with the concerned court along with the petition, plaint, or application to which it relates.
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