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

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

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.

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.

Why is December the Most Preferred Month?

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

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.

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. 

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.