Where can I check AIBE Syllabus?

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.

Is there negative marking in AIBE?

No, there is no negative marking in the All India Bar Examination (AIBE). For each correct answer, one marks will be given. But for wrong or unattempted question no marks will be deducted.

Can I appear for AIBE Exam if I have not completed the syllabus?

Yes you can appear for the All India Bar Examination even if you have not fully completed your syllabus. But only if you are a final year student with no backlogs. You can also appear if you have passed but are waiting your degree.

Is AIBE an open book exam?

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

What are the best books to prepare for AIBE Exam?

For the AIBE exam, the best books are bare acts (without comments) for core subjects like the new BNS, BNSS, BSA, CPC, and others, alongside comprehensive guides like Universal's or Taxmann's publications, and subject-specific texts like Durga Das Basu for the Constitution or C.K. Takwani for CPC, focusing on recent editions with the latest legal changes.

Can I practice in court without clearing AIBE Exam?

No. As per the BCI rules, candidates can not practice in the court of law until they have a certificate of practice. The CoP will be issued only to those who clear the AIBE Exam.

What are the sections in the AIBE Exam Question Paper?

The AIBE exam includes 100 objective-type, multiple-choice questions on 19 subjects. The exam is split into Category-I and Category-II (allied, low-weightage) areas. Key sections include Constitutional Law, IPC/BNS, CrPC/BNSS, CPC, Evidence Act/BSA, Family Law, Professional Ethics, and Environmental Law.

AIBE Exam Pattern 2026: Paper Mode, Marking Scheme, No. of Questions & Language Options

AIBE 22 Registration Date 2026

19 Aug '26 - 27 Oct '26

Updated on Aug 12, 2026 15:36 IST

By Rachit Kumar Saxena, Manager

AIBE 22 Exam Pattern: For a law graduate to legally practice in Indian courts, the Bar Council of India (BCI) conducts AlBE Exam. The AIBE 22 Exam Dates 2026 are announced in the official notification. The AIBE 22 Notification also carried important information like exam schedule, fee structure, exam pattern, etc.

Candidates who are planning to give the AIBE must understand the AIBE exam pattern 2026 properly. The AIBE 22 Exam Pattern 2026 will help to prepare for the exam more effectively. For the AIBE 22 exam the pattern remains unchanged. There will be 100 multiple-choice questions. Read further to know details regarding the AIBE paper pattern, such as types of questions, number of questions asked, marking schemes, etc.

Also Read: Family Law for AIBE

Table of contents

AIBE 22 (XXII) Exam Pattern 2026 Highlights
AIBE 22 (XXII) 2026 Subject-Wise Weightage
AIBE 22 (XXII) Marking Scheme 2026
AIBE 22 (XXII) Preparation Tips 2026
AIBE 22 (XXII) Exam 2026: Important Topics
AIBE 2026 Frequently Asked Questions

AIBE 22 (XXII) Exam Pattern 2026 Highlights

The exam paper pattern gives candidates all details like mode, total number of questions, marking scheme and duration of the paper. Check highlights about the AIBE 22 exam pattern below

AIBE Exam Features	Details
Purpose of the exam	AIBE qualification is considered as a minimum benchmark for the practice of law.
Difficulty level	MODERATE. The exam tests the basic skills required to become a lawyer. The topics included in the AIBE syllabus are similar to ones taught at 3-year and 5-year LLB programs.
Skills tested	Analytical ability Understanding and basic knowledge of the law.
Exam mode	Offline, pen-and-paper exam
Exam type	Certification exam Candidates who qualify in the exam are issued the Certificate of Practice (COP). The COP is mandatory for practicing in a court of law.
Exam duration	3 hours (20 minutes extra provided to candidates with more than 50% disability)
Subjects	19 law subjects
Total questions	100 questions
Type of questions	MCQs
Marking Scheme	One mark per question No negative marking in case of wrong attempts
Language options	The candidate can choose from any of the following language options: English Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Kashmiri Konkani, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Nepali Oriya, Punjabi, Sanskrit, Sindhi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu Bodo, Santhali, Maithili Dogri

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Last 15 years AIBE Question Papers With Answers free PDF Download

AIBE 22 (XXII) 2026 Subject-Wise Weightage

As per the AIBE 22 syllabus, there are 19 topics (law) from which questions will be framed in the certification exam. Note that the weightage carried by these topics is unequal. Check complete subject-wise weightage of each subjects here

AIBE Subjects	No. of Questions per Subject
AIBE Constitutional Law	10
AIBE Indian Penal Code	8
AIBE Criminal Procedure Code	10
AIBE Code of Civil Procedure	10
AIBE Evidence Act	8
AIBE Alternate Dispute Redressal Including Arbitration Act	4
AIBE Family Law	8
AIBE Public Interest Litigation	4
AIBE Administrative Law	3
AIBE Professional Ethics and Cases of Professional Misconduct under BCI Rules	4
AIBE Company Law	2
AIBE Environmental Law	2
AIBE Cyber Law	2
AIBE Labour and Industrial Laws	4
AIBE Law of Tort including Motor Vehicles Act and Consumer Protection Law	5
AIBE Law of Contract, Specific Relief, Property Laws, Negotiable Instrument Act	8
AIBE Law-Related Taxation	4
AIBE Land Acquisition Act	2
AIBE Intellectual Property Law	2
Total	100

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AIBE 22 (XXII) Marking Scheme 2026

Candidates can check the AIBE Marking Scheme below

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

Also Read: AIBE Qualifying Marks

AIBE 22 (XXII) 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 22 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

AIBE 22 (XXII) Exam 2026: Important Topics

As per the weightage, the following topics from AIBE 22 syllabus 2027 are important

Criminal Procedure Code
Code of Civil Procedure
Constitutional Law
Law of Contract, Specific Relief, Property Laws, Negotiable Instrument Act
IPC
Evidence Act
Family Law
Law of Tort, including Motor Vehicles Act and Consumer Protection Law

AIBE 2026 Frequently Asked Questions

Candidates can check important AIBE 22 Frequently Asked Questions below

Q: How many marks are required to qualify AIBE Exam?

To qualify for the AIBE exam in 2026, general/OBC candidates will need to secure 42% marks and SC/ST/PwD candidates needs 37%.

Q: What will be the medium of language for AIBE Exam?

While filling the AIBE Application Form, candidates will have an option to select the language they wish to appear in. The AIBE Exam will be held in 23 languages, including English. Candidates can select the language as per their choice before the application process is over.

Q: Is AIBE Syllabus difficult?

The AIBE syllabus is considered moderate in difficulty, focusing on fundamental legal concepts rather than complex, specialised knowledge. However, since it is no more the open-book exam, candidates have huge syllabus to cover.

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

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: How to cover AIBE Syllabus effectively?

Candidates should give equal time to all the chapters and topics given in the syllabus. Candidates can also practice the syllabus and mock test. Applicants have to start preparing the topics with high weightage, followed by other topics.

Q: What is the difficulty level of AIBE Exam?

AIBE Exam difficulty level is generally moderate. However, it totally depends on the individual's preparation. Candidates must prepare well for the exam to clear it in first go. Candidates must check the pattern before starting preparation for AIBE Exam.

Q: What is AIBE Exam Pattern?

The AIBE will be conducted in pen-and-paper mode. The exam is held for three hours thirty minutes. There will be 100 MCQs. Candidates must note that the question paper is from 19 subjects and there is no negative marking.

Q: Which are the best books for AIBE preparation?

The best books for the All India Bar Examination as suggested by experts are Bare Acts, All India Bar Examination's previous years solved papers, commentaries, and short notes on case laws. Books:
1- Guide to All India Bar Examination by Universal
2- Sure Success AIBE & JCJ by DV Rao
3- All India Bar Examination Guide by Shambhu Prasad Choudhary
4- The Constitution of India Bare ACT with short notes by Universal
For more details, you may visit the Shiksha AIBE exam page

Q: Who conducts AIBE Exam?

The Bar Council of India conducts the All India Bar Examination. The exam is held to award the Certificate of Practice to law graduates. The BCI handles all aspects of the exam, including the syllabus, exam pattern, and registration, which is available on allindiabarexamination.com.

Q: What is the duration of AIBE Exam?

The AIBE Exam will be held for three hours and thirty minutes. Candidates must note that there is no negative marking in the exam.