The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has unveiled details for the Law Graduate Assessment Test (Law-GAT), a crucial step for individuals aspiring to enroll as advocates with a Bar Council. Scheduled for January 7, 2024, the test is open to those who have completed a Bachelor’s degree in Law from an HEC or Pakistan Bar Council recognized institute.
The assessment will consist of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), and applicants can access the revised Law-GAT curriculum on the HEC website. To be eligible, individuals must have a Bachelor’s degree in Law or its equivalent. The deadline for online registration is December 25, 2023, with the registration portal closing at 4 PM.
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Prospective test-takers can register on the HEC website, and the commission has emphasized the significance of meeting the December 25 deadline. The announcement serves as a reminder for aspiring advocates to mark their calendars for the January 7 test date.
This news is a crucial guide for individuals planning to take the Law-GAT, providing key information on eligibility, test format, curriculum, registration deadlines, and the test date. It underlines the HEC’s commitment to facilitating law graduates in their pursuit of enrollment with a Bar Council, offering a clear pathway for those seeking to advance their legal careers.