What is the failure rate for the AIBE exam?

The failure rate for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) changes every year. It generally ranges between 23% and 51%, varying significantly by session.

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%.

Do I need coaching to prepare for AIBE Exam?

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.

Is the AIBE exam 2026 difficult?

All India Bar Examination (AIBE) is usually regarded as medium to tough in nature. There is no negative marking at all. The exam comprises questions requiring analysis, and updated criminal law provisions (BNS, BNSS, BSA) have been introduced in it.

Is CoP of AIBE 21 Released?

No, the AIBE 21 CoP has not been released. Candidates can download the same from the official website.

How can I download the CoP of AIBE Exam?

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.

Can I practice in court without CoP?

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.

Can I get CoP without passing AIBE exam?

No, one cannot get a CoP without having passed the AIBE if one completed his or her education with an LLB degree in or after 2009-2010. Passing the AIBE is mandatory for those who want to practice law on their own after completing an LLB degree from any recognised institution.

What is the AIBE application fee?

The candidates can see the AIBE 22 application fee as prescribed by the Bar Council of India. Category Application Fee General/OBC INR 3,500 (excluding bank charges) SC/ST/PWD categories INR 2,500 (excluding bank charges)

What are the details required for AIBE registration form?

Following details were required to be filled in the AIBE application form- Personal details. Academic qualification details. State Bar Council Enrollment details. Preferred test cities for taking AIBE exam. Preferred test medium from 22 languages.

What is the last date to register for AIBE 22?

Candidates can register for AIBE 22 Exam until 27 October, 2026. The last date for fee payment is October 28. The AIBE correction window will remain open until October 30, 2026. Candidates must note that the application process can be completed by visiting allindiabarexamination.com.

Can I fill AIBE Application Form 2026 offline?

No, there is no such way to fill the AIBE Application Form offline. Candidates have to visit allindiabarexamination.com to complete filling the application form.

Is there a separate AIBE cut-off for General and reserved category candidates?

Yes. The qualifying conditions for AIBE vary from one category to another. The cutoff is usually higher for General category candidates compared to SC, ST, and other reserved categories.

How is the AIBE cut-off determined?

AIBE cut-off mark is usually set according to the lowest qualifying marks or percentage required by the examining authority. There might be changes in qualifying requirements as per the examining authority. Candidates are advised to check the latest notification of AIBE.

What happens if I do not meet the AIBE cut-off?

Candidates who do not meet AIBE passing criteria will not receive the Certificate of Practice. They will have to appear for the exam in the next cycle.

What is the AIBE cut-off?

AIBE Cut-off refers to the lowest percentage of marks required by candidates to qualify for exam. The cut-off is different for every category. Candidates satisfying cut-off criteria are awarded Certificate of Practice.

Is AIBE 22 exam admit card OUT?

No, BCI has not released the AIBE admit card yet. Candidates must note that the AIBE 22 Hall Ticket 2026 will be released online only.

Can I appear online, if I loose my AIBE Hall Ticket?

No, you can not appear for AIBE Exam if you don't have a hall ticket. AIBE Exam is conducted in pen-and-paper mode. Candidates can not appear in any other mode. Candidates can print the admit card by visiting allindiabarexamination.com in case they loose their hall ticket.

How to download the AIBE 22 exam admit card?

Check the process to download the AIBE admit card - Visit allindiabarexamination.com. Click on the AIBE admit card 2026 download link. Log in by entering the registration number and date of birth. Download the admit card.

What should I do if forget to bring my AIBE admit card to the exam centre?

If you forget your AIBE Law admit card, you will not be allowed to sit for the exam. Therefore, carry the admit card to the exam centre.

Will I receive AIBE scorecard offline?

No, all the communication related to the AIBE exam 2026 will be done online only. The candidates can raise a grievance if they want to raise any issue related to the exam. The AIBE result and Scorecard will be released online. Scorecard will be available under the candidates' login.

How to access the AIBE 22 result?

The AIBE 22 result will be made avaiable on the AIBE website. The candidates can access their results using the AIBE Login credentials created during the registration.

Will AIBE Result released in offline mode?

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.

When will AIBE Result Rechecking Process 2026 begin?

The Bar Council of India will begin the AIBE Result Rechecking Process as soon as the result is announced. Candidates will have to visit allindiabarexamination.com to check.

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.

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.

How can I prepare for AIBE Exam?

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-year question papers.

What is AIBE Exam Syllabus?

AIBE 22 exam question paper will have questions from 19 subjects. Each of the topics carries a different weightage. There will be questions from Company Law, Constitutional Law and more.

When will the AIBE 22 exam answer key released?

AIBE Final Answer Key will be released by BCI. AIBE provisional answey key will be published on which candidates will be able to raise objections.

How to download the AIBE 22 exam answer key?

To download the AIBE 22 answer key- Visit the BCI website. Login using your registered email address and password. Now, click on the AIBE XXII Answer Key tab.

Does BCI provide the facility for challenging the AIBE answer key?

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.

Can I email the AIBE answer key objection to BCI?

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.

AIBE Exam 2026: Registration (Open), Exam on Nov 29, Syllabus, Pattern, Preparation Tips

AIBE 22 Registration Date 2026

19 Aug '26 - 27 Oct '26

Updated on Sep 8, 2026 20:00 IST

By Rachit Kumar Saxena, Manager

All India Bar Examination is conducted to check the suitability of the candidate to practice in the courts of Law in the nation. The Bar Council of India conduct the AIBE every year to award the Certificate of Practice(CoP) to the qualified candidates. Those who clear the AIBE can only practice as a Lawyer in the courts of law in a permanent way.

AIBE Registration Form 2026 was activated on the official exam portal - allindiabarexamination.com. Candidates can fill the AIBE registration form 2026 till October 27. The last date to pay the AIBE registration fee is October 28. As per the official calendar, the AIBE exam date 2026 is November 29.

Important Note: Candidates who failed in the AIBE XX or XXI examinations are not required to register again. Such applicants may log in using their existing User ID and Password. They can fill and submit the AIBE XXII application form using their previous registration details.

The BCI will conduct the AIBE 22 nationwide in offline mode at the designated exam centres. The candidates need to mark their answers on the OMR sheet provided by the exam conducting authority.

AIBE 22 Latest Update

AIBE 22 Fee Payment last date is October 28, 2026
AIBE Exam Date is November 29, 2026

Table of contents

What is AIBE Exam?
AIBE Exam 2026 Dates & Schedule
AIBE Eligibility 2026
AIBE Exam Syllabus and Pattern
AIBE Registrations 2026
AIBE Preparation 2026
AIBE Previous Year Question Paper and Answer Key
AIBE Exam Admit Card 2026
AIBE Exam Analysis 2026
AIBE Exam Result 2026
AIBE Exam Cutoff 2026
AIBE Certificate of Practice
AIBE Exam FAQs

What is AIBE Exam?

The All India Bar Examination is conducted twice a year (from this year) by the Bar Council of India for law graduates seeking to start their practice as lawyers.
The exam is conducted to check candidates' basic-level knowledge and understanding of Law subjects, establish a benchmark for entering the practice of law, and test the candidates' analytical skills. Law students must pass this exam to get their Certificate of Practice (COP).

Key Highlights of AIBE Exam 2026

The candidates can see the important information related to the AIBE 22 exam below:

Features	Details
Exam Name	AIBE XXII (22)
Full Name	All India Bar Examination
Exam Mode	Pen-and-paper mode
Frequency	Twice a year
No. of test cities	Around 55 exam cities all over India
Language of the exam	English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Bodo, Dogri, Gujarati, Kannada, Kashmiri, Konkani, Maithili, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Nepali, Odia (Oriya), Punjabi, Sanskrit, Santhali, Sindhi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
Current Status	Registration Ongoing till October 27
Next Event	Application Correction Facility to open

The candidates need to register and apply for the AIBE exam before the last date to avoid any last-minute technical glitches.

AIBE Exam 2026 Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of AIBE 2026 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
19 Aug ' 26 - 27 Oct ' 26	AIBE 22 Registration Date 2026 ONGOING
19 Aug ' 26 - 28 Oct ' 26	AIBE 22 Fee Payment Date 2026 ONGOING
28 Oct ' 26 - 30 Oct ' 26	AIBE 22 Application Correction Window 2026
30 Oct ' 26	AIBE 22 Application Fee Payment 2026 Last Day
14 Nov ' 26	AIBE 22 Admit Card 2026
29 Nov ' 26	AIBE 22 Exam Date 2026

Dates	Past Exam Dates
To Be Notified	AIBE 22 Answer Key Date

AIBE Eligibility 2026

DeskCalendar Registration: 19 Aug ' 26 - 27 Oct ' 26

The BCI released the eligibility criteria for the AIBE Exam. Before registration, candidates need to check the Eligibility Criteria for AIBE 22 Exam below

Parameter	AIBE XXII (22) Eligibility Criteria
Qualifying exam	Candidates who have passed or are in the final year of a three-year LLB or five-year LLB degree (with no backlogs) are eligible to appear for the AIBE exam. Therefore, the academic qualifying exam for AIBE candidates is 3-year LLB degree, OR 5-year integrated LLB degree Note: Final year students can also apply if they don't have any backlog.
Minimum marks in qualifying exam	The BCI states that no minimum marks are required to appear in the AIBE exam. However, a candidate must secure a minimum percentage or grades in their law degree as prescribed by universities for further education.
Age limit for AIBE exam	There is no upper or lower age limit for appearing in the All India Bar Examination.
State Bar Council Registration/Enrollment	Candidates who are not registered with their State Bar Council as an Advocate can also apply. State Bar Council enrollment is no longer mandatory for AIBE eligibility.

The candidates can see the important information about the AIBE exam 2026.

AIBE Exam Syllabus and Pattern

BCI releases the AIBE Syllabus 2026 for the exam. The Bar Council also released the marks weightage of each topic of the official syllabus. Candidates can do their preparation by referring to the previous exam syllabus mentioned in the table below:

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

The candidates are advised to divide their time in proportion to the weightage of the section and affinity to the subject.

Bar Council of India released the AIBE Pattern 2026 on its portal. The examination will consist of 100 questions. Check the applicable exam pattern below.

Particulars	Details
Exam type	AIBE is no longer an open-book exam. Not allowed: You are not allowed to carry books, notes and written material inside the exam hall Allowed: Bare acts without notes are allowed.
Exam duration	3 hours 30 minutes
Total questions	100 questions
Type of questions	MCQs
Marking Scheme	One mark per question (negative marking to be introduced this year onwards)

The candidates can see here the details about the AIBE Exam Pattern.

AIBE Registrations 2026

The AIBE registrations were started on the official exam website of the Bar Council of India on August 19. The candidates already registered for AIBE 20 and AIBE 21 can use their existing registration credentials to fill the AIBE application form.

The AIBE Registration Form is released online only. Instructions to fill out the application form are mentioned below

Go to allindiabarexamination.com
Click on the register link
Enter all the required details such as enrollment state, enrollment number, name, mobile number, etc.
Enter your personal details
Submit the application form
You will receive the registration ID & password on your email ID and phone number
Log in again and submit the application fee

AIBE 2026 Application Form Fees

Check the AIBE application fee (from last exam) below. Candidates must note that the fees can be paid in cash along with bank charges only.

Category	Application Fee
General/OBC	INR 3,500 (excluding bank charges)
SC/ST/PWD categories	INR 2,500 (excluding bank charges)

The candidates should note that they will have to bear the bank charges while paying the AIBE application fee.

AIBE Preparation 2026

The AIBE 2026 will be held on November 29. Not much time is left, and it is high time to start the preparation for the AIBE 22. The candidates must include AIBE preparation in their daily routine. Some of the tips and tricks advised to keep in mind during AIBE Preparation 2026 are

You should learn to manage your time. Give more time to higher-weightage subjects.
Be regular in your studies. Do not take it lightly.
Create short notes while preparing for a topic. You can refer to these notes during revision.
As per the previous year's paper analysis, a few questions in the paper are asked from landmark cases. Hence, read those.
Start with the topics that hold maximum weightage in the exam.

AIBE Previous Year Question Paper and Answer Key

AIBE 22 question paper and answer key will be available here after the exam on November 29. Students should solve previous year question papers to get an idea about the exam level. Check set-wise AIBE XXI question paper below:

Set-wise Unofficial Answer Key	PDF Download
AIBE 21 Set A Question Paper with Solutions	Download Here
AIBE 21 Set B Question Paper with Solutions	Download Here
AIBE 21 Set C Question Paper with Solutions	Download Here
AIBE 21 Set D Question Paper with Solutions	Download Here

AIBE Answer Key 2026

The BCI will release the AIBE 22 Answer Key 2026 in two phases: provisional and final. Candidates will be able to challenge the AIBE Provisional Answer Key 2026 until the objection window is open. The final answer key of the AIBE Exam will be published based on the objections received. Candidates can download the AIBE Answer Key 2026 using the instructions given below

Visit the official exam portal.
Go to the notification centre on the page
Click on the tab "AIBE XXII Answer Key & Question Paper PDF"
Click on the Answer Key / Question Paper code (A, B, C, or D) you want to download.
Download the document and cross-check your responses

AIBE Exam Admit Card 2026

DeskCalendar Admit Card: 14 Nov ' 26

BCI will release the AIBE XXII Admit Card on the official website. The tentative date for the AIBE 22 Hall Ticket admit card release is November 14, 2026. Candidates must note that the admit card will carry details like roll number, centre name, date and time of the exam, and reporting time.

How to download AIBE Admit Card 2026

Visit allindiabarexamination.com
Click on the AIBE 22 admit card 2026 download link
Log in by entering the registration number and date of birth
Download the admit card
Take printouts for future purposes

AIBE Exam Analysis 2026

The Bar Council of India will conduct the AIBE 22 exam on November 29. The candidates will get here the section-wise AIB exam analysis on the day of the examination. Till then the candidates can see below the last AIBE exam analysis.

AIBE Exam Analysis (Previous Session)

The overall difficulty level of the AIBE Exam will be uploaded below once the exam is over. Meanwhile, candidates can check the AIBE 21 Exam Analysis

Subject	AIBE Exam Analysis
Constitutional Law	Moderate
Cr. P. C. (Criminal Procedure Code) & (New) Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita	Moderate to difficult
Code of Civil Procedure (CPC)	Difficult
I. P. C. (Indian Penal Code) & (New) Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita	Moderate
Law of Contract, Specific Relief, Property Laws, Negotiable Instrument Act	Moderate to difficult
Family Law	Easy to moderate
Evidence Act & (New) Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam	Moderate
Law of Tort, including Motor Vehicles Act and Consumer Protection Law	Moderate to difficult
Labour and Industrial Laws	Difficult
Alternate Dispute Redressal Including Arbitration Act	Moderate
Law Related to Taxation	Moderate to difficult
Public Interest Litigation (PIL)	Easy to moderate
Professional Ethics and Cases of Professional Misconduct under BCI Rules	Moderate to difficult
Administrative Law	Difficult
Company Law	Moderate
Environmental Law	Moderate to difficult
Cyber Law	Easy to moderate
Land Acquisition Act	Easy
Intellectual Property Laws	Moderate

The above estimation is based on the input received from the candidates who appeared in the exam.

AIBE Exam Result 2026

Bar Council of India will release the AIBE 22 exam result online. The authority is expected to release the AIBE XXII result 2026 between January 7 and 10, 2027. Candidates must note that the council will not publish the result in offline mode nor send it through post. Candidates need to enter their login details to check the result. Aspirants will have to visit the official website, i.e., allindiabarexamination.com, to check their result.

How to check AIBE XXII (22) Results 2026?

Go to the AIBE portal
Click on the result tab
A login window will open
Enter your roll number and date of birth as registered for AIBE 2026
On successful login, the result will be displayed on the screen.
Download and take a printout of the result.

Also Read: Failed in AIBE? What Next?

AIBE Exam Cutoff 2026

The qualified cut-off mark officially predicted for AIBE 22 (XXII) is 45 marks (45%) out of 100 marks for the candidates of the General/OBC category and 40 marks (40%) out of 100 marks for the candidates of the SC/ST/PwD category; however, the actual cut-off marks may be different depending on the moderation of BCI. Candidates can check AIBE cut off 2026 (expected) below.

Category	Cutoff Marks
General	45 marks (out of 100)
OBC	40 marks (out of 100)
SC/ST/PWD	35 marks (out of 100)

AIBE Certificate of Practice

The All India Bar Council will release the AIBE 21 Certificate of Practice only to the eligible candidates. Candidates must note that the CoP is must to practice in court. The candidates can download their CoP by logging in with their enrollment number at https://aibe.digivarsity.online/WebApp/Examination/SearchApplicant.aspx. The Certificate of Practice issued from the State Bar Council will appear as under

AIBE Exam FAQs

Candidates can check important FAQs of AIBE Exam below:

Q: What are the important documents to carry on AIBE exam day?

AIBE admit card is a mandatory document. Along with the admit card, students must carry any of the following photo Id proofs-

Voter ID
Aadhaar Card
Enrollment Slip
Passport
Driver's License
Advocate Enrollment ID with State Bar Council

Q: When will the AIBE 22 exam result be announced?

The AIBE 22 exam result will be announced after the exam is over. As the test is scheduled to be held on November 29 we can expect the answer key in December 2026.

Q: Where can I check AIBE Exam Pattern 2026?

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

Q: What are the login credentials required for AIBE admit card?

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

Q: What are the minimum qualifying marks for the AIBE exam?

The minimum qualifying marks for AIBE exam as decided by the Bar Council is:

Category	Qualifying criteria	Qualifying marks
General/ OBC	40% of the total marks	40 marks out of 100 Marks
SC/ ST	35% of the total marks	35 marks out of 100 Marks

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 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.

Q: What are the AIBE exam day guidelines?

Following things must be kept in mind on the AIBE exam day-

Reach the allotted exam centre at least one hour before.
Follow all the instructions given by the test centre officials.
Check the Date and timings of exam.

Q: What happens if AIBE application is incomplete?

An incomplete AIBE application will cause disqualification from appearing in the exam. If you have not filled the form completely, your form will not be considered complete.

Q: Which things are not allowed on AIBE exam day?

Check the list of items prohibited inside the AIBE test centre-

All electronic items, including mobile phones
Jewellery or any other valuable
Text books or study material

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: What are the benefits of solving AIBE exam sample paper?

Following are some of the benefits of AIBE question papers -

It helps to understand the AIBE syllabus more effectively.
Know the type of questions asked and pattern of exam.
Get to know the important topics for AIBE.
Improve accuracy and time management skills.

Q: What is the AIBE marking scheme?

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

Q: Which is more difficult AIBE or CLAT?

Both exams are national level. While AIBE is a certification exam, CLAT is an entrance exam to get admission into NLUs. The difficulty level of both the exams are more or less same.

Q: Is AIBE Exam tough or easy?

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: Is AIBE exam pattern revised?

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: What is the use of the AIBE exam?

The aim of conducting AIBE is to measure the elementary legal knowledge and analytical skills of law graduates. The exam is conducted to establish a minimum qualification to practice law in India. Those who clear this exam receive a Certificate of Practice from the Bar Council of India.