50% Candidates Want BCI to Conduct AIBE 20 in December, Reveals Shiksha Polls

All India Bar Examination 2026 ( AIBE )

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Updated on Nov 26, 2025 14:59 IST
The poll results highlight the varying opinions of aspiring lawyers regarding the scheduling of the crucial examination conducted by the Bar Council of India (BCI). While December is the most favored month, a significant portion of candidates also expressed their desire for an earlier exam date in July.


The poll results highlight the different opinions of students regarding the AIBE 20 schedule. The majority of students want the Bar Council of India to conduct AIBE XX in December. The second most popular choice is April.

50% Candidates Want BCI to Conduct AIBE 20 Exam in December, Reveals Shiksha Polls

50% Candidates Want BCI to Conduct AIBE 20 Exam in December, Reveals Shiksha Polls

Recently, Shiksha conducted a survey that revealed, half of the candidates appearing for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) 20 prefer the exam to be conducted in December. The poll results highlight the varying opinions of aspiring lawyers regarding the scheduling of the examination conducted by the BCI.

Table of contents
  • Survey Breakdown: Preferred Months for AIBE 20
  • Why is December the Most Preferred Month?
  • Diverse Opinions Among Candidates
  • BCI Announced Exam Date
  • About AIBE

Survey Breakdown: Preferred Months for AIBE 20

The poll data indicate a clear preference among candidates for the timing of AIBE 20:

  • 50% of candidates want the exam to be conducted in December.
  • 33% want the exam to be held in July.
  • 10 per cent of aspirants favour the exam being conducted in October.
  • Remaining students have no preference; they are flexible with any date.
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the AIBE Result Rechecking Fee 2026?
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Candidates will have to pay INR 500 to apply for the rechecking of AIBE Result/ OMR sheet. Candidates can complete the process by visiting allindiabarexamination.com. Candidates must note that there is no other way to apply for rechecking.

Q:   Will I receive AIBE scorecard offline?
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AIBE Result is not released in offline mode. Candidates will have to visit allindiabarexamination.com. Candidates will have to enter their login details to check the result.

Why is December the Most Preferred Month?

Legal aspirants who participated in the poll mentioned multiple reasons for their preference for a December exam:

  • Many candidates believe that scheduling AIBE 20 in December allows them more time for thorough preparation, especially for those who graduate mid-year.
  • Students will get enough time to prepare for other competitive law exams and university assessments, reducing scheduling conflicts.
  • Travelling to the exam centre is comfortable in winter.
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Diverse Opinions Among Candidates

December is the most favoured month, while a major portion of candidates desire an earlier exam in July. This group primarily includes fresh graduates who want to clear the AIBE at the earliest and begin their legal practice without delays. Similarly, the 10 per cent who chose October may be looking for a middle ground between early and late scheduling, while the 7% without any strong preference indicate flexibility with the BCI’s decision.

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BCI Announced Exam Date

Bar Council of India has released AIBE 20 notification. The registraton date is September 29 to October 31, 2025. AIBE XX is scheduled on November 20. All the notification for AIBE is mentioned online. Students must be updated with the events to avoid missing them. 

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About AIBE

All India Bar Examination (AIBE) is an entrace exam for lawyers who wish to practice in the courtroom. Students who qualify this exam are issued a Certificate of Practice. The Bar Council of India conducts the AIBE. This exam is held once a year. A law graduate from a recognized university or college can apply. AIBE is a computer based test. The exam assess the candidates’ knowledge of law and legal procedures, ensuring that only qualified individuals enter the profession.

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Answered 3 weeks 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 3 weeks 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 3 weeks 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 3 weeks 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 3 weeks 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 3 weeks 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 3 weeks 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 3 weeks 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 4 weeks 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 4 weeks 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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