By Tripura24 News Desk | Agartala Wednesday, February 11, 2026
AGARTALA: The democratic process for the legal fraternity in the state has officially shifted into high gear as the Bar Council of Tripura prepares for its upcoming elections. Addressing a press conference at the Tripura High Court premises today, the designated Returning Officer, Shri S.C. Das, announced the final schedule and guidelines for the 2026 Bar Council Elections.
The Election Schedule
Returning Officer S.C. Das informed the media that all necessary logistical and security arrangements have been finalized to ensure a free and fair polling process.
- Date of Election: February 14, 2026 (Saturday).
- Polling Hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Date of Counting: February 21, 2026 (Saturday).
- Venue: Designated polling stations within the High Court premises and district court complexes across the state.
Crucial Election for the Legal Fraternity
The Bar Council election is held to elect members who will represent the advocates of the state, oversee professional standards, and address the welfare of the legal community. This year’s election is particularly significant as several senior and young lawyers are contesting for the 15-member council.
“We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of transparency. All candidates have been briefed on the code of conduct. We urge all enrolled advocates to exercise their franchise and participate in this vital democratic exercise of our profession,” Returning Officer S.C. Das stated during the press meet.
Voting Mechanism and Guidelines
- Voter Eligibility: Only advocates with updated memberships and clear dues as per the Bar Council of India (BCI) norms will be eligible to cast their votes.
- Preferential Voting: The election will follow the Single Transferable Vote (STV) system, a standard practice for Bar Council polls.
- Security: Heavy security will be deployed at the High Court and district courts to ensure that the polling remains peaceful.
Counting and Results
Due to the complexity of the preferential voting system, the counting process has been scheduled for February 21, exactly one week after the polling. This gap allows for the secure transport of ballot boxes from the various district units to the central counting station at the Tripura High Court in Agartala.
The legal community has welcomed the announcement, and the High Court premises are already buzzing with campaign activities. Various “panels” of lawyers have begun their door-to-door (chamber-to-chamber) campaigning, promising better insurance schemes, library facilities, and stipend programs for junior advocates.
