Membership
Two Ways to Be Part of BNVSK
Whether you’re just starting your journey in dispute resolution or ready to serve as a neutral, BNVSK offers a membership pathway designed specifically for your stage of growth.
Young Membership
Learn • Train • Grow
- Who it’s for: Law students, young advocates & early-career professionals
- Role: Learners and future ADR neutrals
- Membership Fee: Free
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- What You Do: Learn, train, observe proceedings and prepare for empanelment
- Next Step: Fast-track toward Level A Empanelment
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Panel Membership
Serve • Decide • Lead
- Who it’s for: Qualified professionals and community leaders
- Roles: Arbitrators, Conciliators, Mediators & Panchs
- Membership Fee: Application Fee + Annual / Triennial Fee
- Minimum Age: 25 Years (Arbitrator/Mediator) • 35 Years (Panch)
- What You Do: Resolve disputes and preside over proceedings
- Next Step: Active Panel Placement & Case Referrals
Young Membership
Learn More About Young Membership
Begin Your ADR Journey Without Any Cost
Built for law students, young advocates and early-career professionals who want to begin learning Arbitration, Conciliation, Mediation and Panchayat practice long before becoming eligible for formal empanelment.
Membership Cost
100% FREE
No Registration Fee • No Membership Fee
Structured Training
Access foundational ADR training designed under the BNVSK framework.
Expert Mentorship
Learn directly from experienced Arbitrators, Mediators, Conciliators and Panchs.
Observership
Observe real proceedings (subject to party consent) and gain practical exposure.
Fast-Track Growth
Become eligible for Level A (Junior) Empanelment after turning 25.
National Community
Connect with young ADR professionals across India through networking and events.
Panel Membership (Empanelment)
Become an Official BNVSK Neutral
For professionals and community leaders ready to formally serve as an Arbitrator, Conciliator, Mediator or Panch in BNVSK proceedings.
Empanelment Cost
₹2,000
Non-refundable Application Fee
Annual or Triennial Empanelment Fee payable only after approval.What You Get
Official listing on BNVSK’s Active Panel
Case referrals matched to your expertise and level.
Recognition within an ethical, professional ADR community.
Career progression from Level A to Level D.
Eligibility
Arbitrators & Mediators
Minimum age 25, relevant qualifications and recognised training.
Panchs
Minimum age 35 with recognised community or sector standing.
Ethics
Applicants must be independent, impartial and free from conflicts of interest.
WHY BECOME A MEMBER
Build Your Future in Alternative Dispute Resolution
Whether you’re beginning your ADR journey or already ready to serve as a neutral, BNVSK provides a transparent pathway, meaningful opportunities and a supportive professional community.
Growing Institution
Become part of India’s next generation of Arbitrators, Conciliators, Mediators and Panchs.
Real Cases
Handle genuine disputes and create meaningful impact through professional ADR practice.
Transparent Growth
Clear eligibility, published fee structure, and defined career progression.
Start Free
Young Membership costs nothing. Upgrade only when you’re ready for professional empanelment.
Community & Mentorship
Learn alongside experienced professionals while building a strong national network.
WHICH PATH IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Young Membership
Perfect for students, recent graduates and early-career professionals who want to learn ADR, build skills and prepare for future empanelment — completely free.
Panel Membership
Ideal for qualified Arbitrators, Conciliators, Mediators and Panchs ready to join the Active Panel and handle real cases.
Not Sure Which Fits?
Our team is happy to help you choose the right membership path.
Take the Next Step with BNVSK
Start your journey today, develop practical ADR expertise, and become part of a professional community committed to fair, efficient dispute resolution.