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AIBE XXI (21) — All India Bar Examination

Official Information, Exam Pattern, Syllabus, and Certification Guide for Law Graduates

Bar Council of India  ·  Certificate of Practice (CoP)

100
MCQ Questions
3.5h
Duration
45%
Pass Marks
11
Languages
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About AIBE

The All India Bar Examination (AIBE) is a national-level certification exam conducted by the Bar Council of India (BCI) under the Advocates Act, 1961. It is mandatory for law graduates enrolled with any State Bar Council to qualify for a "Certificate of Practice" (CoP). Without this certification, an advocate is not permitted to practice law in Indian courts. AIBE assesses the advocate's analytical ability and basic understanding of law required to practice the profession.

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Mandatory
For all law graduates
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Official Notification — AIBE XXI (21)

Bar Council of India — AIBE XXI Official Notification

Complete official notification containing eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, registration process, important dates, and instructions issued by the Bar Council of India.

Source: Bar Council of India✓ Official Document
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Eligibility Criteria

  • Educational Qualification: Must hold a 3-year or 5-year LL.B. degree from a BCI-recognised university.
  • Enrollment: Must be enrolled as an advocate with any State Bar Council and hold a valid enrollment certificate.
  • No Age Limit: There is no upper age limit for appearing in the examination as per BCI regulations.
  • Multiple Attempts: Candidates may appear multiple times until they qualify.
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Registration Process

The application process is entirely online through the official AIBE portal:

  1. 1Visit the official AIBE website: allindiabarexamination.com
  2. 2Click on "New Registration" and provide enrollment details
  3. 3Fill out the application form with personal and educational information
  4. 4Upload scanned copies of required documents
  5. 5Pay the application fee online
  6. 6Review all details and submit the form
  7. 7Download and print the confirmation page
⚠️ Important: Enrollment number and State Bar Council details must exactly match enrollment records.
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Important Dates

As per official BCI notification

EventSchedule
Registration Start DateAs per BCI notification
Last Date to ApplyAs per BCI notification
Admit Card Release2–3 weeks before examination
Examination DateAs per official announcement
Result Declaration8–12 weeks after examination
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Documents Required

📄Scanned Photograph (Passport size)
📄Scanned Signature
📄Bar Council Enrollment Certificate
📄LL.B. Degree / Provisional Certificate
📄LL.B. Marksheets (all semesters / years)
📄Valid Photo ID Proof
📄Category Certificate (if applicable)
📄Disability Certificate — PwD candidates (if applicable)
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Exam Pattern

100 MCQs
Questions
3h 30m
Duration
100
Total Marks
None
Negative Marking
45%
Pass — General/OBC
40%
Pass — SC/ST/PwD
📌 Mode: Offline (Pen & Paper — OMR Sheet)   |  Languages: English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Marathi, Gujarati, Bengali, Oriya, Assamese, Punjabi
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AIBE XXI Guidelines PDF

AIBE XXI Preparation & Guidelines

Complete guidance document including preparation strategy, important topics, exam tips, and subject-wise guidance to help you clear the exam efficiently.

File: aibe-21-guidelines.pdf✓ Study Material
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Syllabus

The AIBE XXI syllabus covers all major areas of law tested in the examination.

View Complete Syllabus
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Admit Card & Result

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Admit Card

Released on the official website before the examination. Candidates must download using login credentials and carry a printed copy along with a valid photo ID to the exam centre.

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Result

Declared on the official website. Qualified candidates receive the Certificate of Practice from their respective State Bar Councils after verification.

📢 Official Information Source

Compiled from official Bar Council of India notifications and AIBE brochures. For the most current updates:

allindiabarexamination.combarcouncilofindia.org

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