AIBE (21) Exam Analysis 2026: Question Paper Analysis, Difficulty level & Student Review

All India Bar Examination 2026 ( AIBE )

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Anupama Mehra
Updated on Feb 27, 2026 13:40 IST

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AIBE 21 Exam Analysis 2026: The exam analysis for the All India Bar Examination 2026 will be released soon after the exam is over. The exam will be conducted by Bar Council of India (BCI) on, June 7, 2026, from 1 PM to 4 PM. The exam analysis will be based on the experience shared by the candidates who appeared for the AIBE 21 exam. Every year, Shiksha connects with students to get details of the question papers and the level of questions asked in the exam. The BCI will also release the AIBE Provisional Answer Key online soon.

Read on to know all about AIBE exam analysis along with the details of the kind of questions asked and the important topics. Meanwhile, students can check the previous year's AIBE Exam Analysis here.

Also Read: How Many Students Appeared for the AIBE 20 Exam?

Table of contents
  • AIBE Syllabus 2026
  • AIBE 21 (XXI) Marking Scheme 2026
  • AIBE 21 Exam Analysis 2026
  • AIBE 21 (XXI) Preparation Tips 2026
  • Important FAQs related to AIBE
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AIBE Syllabus 2026

The All India Bar Examination syllabus 2026 has not been released yet. Meanwhile, candidates can check the AIBE 2025 Syllabus to begin their preparation: 

Take a look at the complete Syllabus and weightage for each topic below for reference:

AIBE Subjects/Syllabus

No. of Questions

Constitutional Law

10 marks

Cr. P. C. (Criminal Procedure Code) & (New)
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita

10 marks

Code of Civil Procedure (CPC)

10 marks

I. P. C. (Indian Penal Code) & (New)
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita

8 marks

Law of Contract, Specific Relief, Property Laws, Negotiable Instrument Act

8 marks

Family Law

8 marks

Evidence Act & (New) Bharatiya Sakshya
Adhiniyam

8 marks

Law of Tort, including Motor Vehicles Act and Consumer Protection Law

5 marks

Labour and Industrial Laws

4 marks

Alternate Dispute Redressal Including Arbitration Act

4 marks

Law Related to Taxation 

4 marks

Public Interest Litigation (PIL)

4 marks

Professional Ethics and Cases of Professional Misconduct under BCI Rules

4 marks

Administrative Law

3 marks

Company Law

2 marks

Environmental Law

2 marks

Cyber Law

2 marks

Land Acquisition Act

2 marks

Intellectual Property Laws

2 marks

Total

100 marks

Also readTop 5 reasons why aspirants fail AIBE exam

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is AIBE exam pattern revised?
A: 

No, the exam pattern of AIBE did not face changes this year. The exam will be held for 3 hours duration. Candidates will be asked 100 MCQ based questions. 

Q:   Where can I check AIBE Exam Pattern 2026?
A: 

To check the AIBE Exam Pattern candidates can visit allindiabarexamination.com. Candidates must check the exam pattern before beginning their preparation journey.

Q:   Where can I check AIBE Syllabus?
A: 

You can check the AIBE syllabus on the official Bar Council of India (BCI) website, allindiabarexamination.com, where they release the PDF, or on educational portals like Shiksha that provide direct download links and subject-wise weightage for subjects like Constitutional Law, IPC, CPC, and Evidence Act. 

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AIBE 21 (XXI) Marking Scheme 2026

There is no negative marking in the exam. But one mark is given for every correct answer. In case you leave any questions unanswered, nothing will be deducted.

AIBE Marking Scheme 2026

Particulars Details
Negative Marking No
Number of questions 100
Marks per question  1
Total Marks 100

Also Read: AIBE Qualifying Marks

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Where can I check AIBE Syllabus?
A: 

You can check the AIBE syllabus on the official Bar Council of India (BCI) website, allindiabarexamination.com, where they release the PDF, or on educational portals like Shiksha that provide direct download links and subject-wise weightage for subjects like Constitutional Law, IPC, CPC, and Evidence Act. 

Q:   Can I prepare for AIBE Exam in one month?
A: 

If you have topped while pursuing law there is still some chance. But if you were an average student who have not prepared even once for the exam, it is next to impossible to prepare for the exam in one month. 

Q:   Is AIBE an open book exam?
A: 

The AIBE Exam is no longer conducted in open-book format. Candidates will be allowed to carry only bare acts without notes. 

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AIBE 21 Exam Analysis 2026

Candidates must note that the AIBE 21 Exam Analysis 2026 will be updated as soon as the exam is over. Until the AIBE 20 Student Reaction and Exam Analysis is available here. 

Brijesh who appeared in AIBE 20 exam in Hindi language has categorised the exam under intermediate level. According to him, due to the change in three Laws in the year 2023, there was a slight change in understanding the section; however, the topics asked were easy. He faced a little problem while interpreting the questions from the Indian Evidence Act (now Bhartiya Sakshaya Adhiniyam, 2023). He desires that AIBE exam should be held in open book format.  

Another candidates, Ravinder Sharma has told Shiksha that the level of exam was moderate. He appeared in Hindi language. The questions were a little tough to crack. 

Nitish, who appeared for the AIBE 20 (XX) exam also found the test as moderate. And he was able to attempt the paper within time. He is a practicing lawyer and connected the questions asked in exam with his court work. As per him, AIBE exam should be held as open book, but many questions are not asked from the book. 

Another AIBE candidate, Bhanshu rated the exam as moderate. As per him, many questions were asked from Income Tax and Intellectual Property Law. There was a question on MC Mehta judgement. The difficulty level of the exam was from moderate to hard. The questions were asked from the Indian Constitution, BNSS, etc. He found 1-2 questions doubtful. 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is AIBE Exam tough or easy?
A: 

AIBE Exam is tough to crack as its the certification exam. Candidates who will clear the exam will be issued CoP. Candidates must prepare for the exam pretty well to clear in first attempt.

Q:   Should AIBE Exam conducted in open-book format?
A: 

Until 2020, the AIBE Exam used to be conducted in an open-book format. While many students have requested to make it open book again, no decision on this have been taken so far. 

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AIBE 21 (XXI) Preparation Tips 2026

To prepare efficiently for AIBE 2026 candidates must follow a good study plan. Some of the other tips & tricks to keep in mind while preparing for AIBE  include

  • Checking the syllabus and AIBE 21 exam pattern 2026 thoroughly
  • Choosing limited but the right study material and books for AIBE
  • Do not forget Bare Acts; it forms the most part of AIBE exam preparation
  • Prepare a well-thought-out study plan and adhere to it strictly
  • Attempt as many past year AIBE question papers and sample papers as possible
  • Keep a track of all the recent important law cases and judgements
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How can I prepare for AIBE Exam?
A: 

Preparing for the AIBE 2026 exam involves mastering the updated Bare Acts, focusing on high-weightage subjects like Constitutional Law, CrPC, CPC, and IPC/BNS, and solving past years question papers. 

Q:   Can I prepare for AIBE Exam in one month?
A: 

If you have topped while pursuing law there is still some chance. But if you were an average student who have not prepared even once for the exam, it is next to impossible to prepare for the exam in one month. 

Q:   Do I need coaching to prepare for AIBE Exam?
A: 

No candidates can actually prepare for AIBE Exam along with their class 12th exam. They just need to take out time to prepare for the entrance exam. 

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Important FAQs related to AIBE

Candidates can check important FAQs related to AIBE below

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What are the login credentials required for AIBE admit card?
A: 

The candidates who have registered for the AIBE exam will require following details to access the admit card-

Login ID and
Password to access the AIBE hall ticket.

Q:   Can I practice in court without CoP?
A: 

Candidates must note that as per the rules set by the BCI you need to clear AIBE Exam to practice in court. Once you pass the exam, the BCI will issue COP which is mandatory for anyone who wants to practice.

Q:   How can I download the CoP of AIBE Exam?
A: 

The candidates can download their Certificate of Practice (CoP) from the link given on the official portal. The candidates can get their CoP by logging with their Enrollment number.

Q:   Is CoP of AIBE 20 Released?
A: 

The AIBE 20 CoP has not been released yet. Candidates must note that Bar Council of India is likely to publish the AIBE CoP in next few weeks.

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Answered 4 days ago

You can find it on many platforms, such as Lawprep Tutorial and Shiksha itself, but I'm a Law Prep student, and I found their format of solutions better.

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Praveen Chopra

Beginner-Level 1

Answered 5 days ago

Yes, candidates can raise objection on AIBE Answer Key. Based on the objections received, the AIBE Final Answer Key will be released. The AIBE Result is declared based on the final answer key.

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Divya Surbhi

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 5 days ago

There is no negative marking in the exam. But one mark is given for every correct answer. In case you leave any questions unanswered, nothing will be deducted.

AIBE Marking Scheme 2026

ParticularsDetails
Negative MarkingNo
Number of questions100
Marks per question 1
Total Marks100

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Manisha Gard

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 5 days ago

The AIBE provisional answer key will be released soon after the exam. It will be published on allindiabarexamination.com. The objection window will open thereafter for candidates to challenge discrepancies.

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Akanksha Kumari

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 5 days ago

Candidates who will successfully pass the AIBE exam will be issued the CoP by BCI. The qualified candidates will have to collect their Certificate of Practice from their respective State Bar Councils. It is a mandatory document to practice Law in India.

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Nitesh Srivastava

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 5 days ago

No, you cannot submit challenges against the AIBE answer key offline. Objections must be submitted online only through the official website, allindiabarexamination.com.

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Akanksha

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 5 days ago

No, you cannot email objections for the AIBE answer key to the Bar Council of India. Objections must be submitted online through the AIBE PORTAL by logging in with your credentials, paying the required fee of INR 500 per question, and uploading supporting documentation.

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Mohit Dhawan

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 5 days ago

AIBE Exam is held in 22 languages, including English. So, the question paper will be in the language choosen by the candidate while filling the application form. 

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Chanchal Patra

Contributor-Level 8

Answered a week ago

If you don't get your chosen AIBE test city, the BCI gives you the next the nearest center that has space left. The details will show on your hall ticket, so check it carefully.

You have to go to the center that's given to you, since changing it later is mostly not allowed. The exam is important and

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Chanchal Patra

Contributor-Level 8

Answered a week ago

Students appearing for the AIBE exam must carry a coloured copy of the AIBE admit card. They must paste a recent coloured passport size photograph on the admit card. They must also carry a blue or black ball point pen to the exam centre. They must not carry any other stationery item to the AIBE test

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Priya Peter

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