Candidates must possess the following qualifications as of 02.12.2025:
- A Bachelor of Law (B.L.) degree from a UGC recognized University or Institution.
- Must be an enrolled member of the Bar.
- Must have adequate knowledge of Tamil. This is defined as having passed S.S.L.C. with Tamil as a language or having studied in Tamil medium.
The qualification must be obtained in the prescribed order of studies (10th + HSC/Diploma + Bachelor's Degree + B.L. Degree).