AIBE 21 (XXI) Exam 2026: Application Form (OUT), Official Notification PDF, Eligibility, Syllabus
All India Bar Examination 2026 ( AIBE )
Registration - 11 Feb '26 - 30 Apr '26
The BCI will conduct the AIBE exam on June 7, 2026. Candidates appearing for the AIBE XXI exam must complete the AIBE registration process, which also includes enrollment with a State Bar Council. Know here all about All India Bar Exam known as AIBE, including answer key, result, cutoff, and COP.
AIBE 21 Exam 2026: Date, Syllabus, Eligibility, Application Process
The All India Bar Examination 21 Application Process 2026 is currently underway. Candidates can fill AIBE Application Form 2026 until April 30, 2026. Candidates must note that the AIBE 21 Exam Date 2026 is June 7, 2026. Candidates who will pass the AIBE exam 2026 will be issued CoP to practice in court.
The exam will be conducted in pen and paper mode. The AIBE 21 Registration Process 2026 is completely online. Read further to know more about AIBE Exam Dates, application process, events, eligibility, syllabus and other details.
- AIBE 21 Highlights 2026
- AIBE 21 Exam Date 2026
- Latest Updates on AIBE 21 Exam 2026
- What is AIBE Exam?
- AIBE 21 Eligibility Criteria 2026
- AIBE 21 Registration Process 2026
- Steps to fill AIBE 21 application form
- AIBE 21 Application Fee 2026
- What is AIBE 21 Exam Pattern?
- AIBE 21 Syllabus 2026
- AIBE 21 Subject-wise Syllabus and Marks Distribution 2026
- AIBE 21 Admit Card 2026
- Steps to download the AIBE Admit Card 2026
- AIBE 21 Result 2026
- AIBE 2026 Results: How to check?
AIBE 21 Highlights 2026
Aspirants can check below to know the details for AIBE 21 Exam
| Features |
Details |
|---|---|
| Exam name |
All India Bar Examination |
| AIBE Exam date |
07-Jun-2026 |
| Conducting body |
Bar Council of India |
| Exam Level |
National |
| Exam frequency |
Once in a year |
| Exam fees |
INR 3,560 (General/ OBC category) and INR 2,560 (reserved category) |
| Eligibility |
3-year or 5-year LLB from a recognised law institute/ university |
| Exam purpose |
· The AIBE is a certification exam to earn the Certificate of Practice (COP) · The COP is mandatory for practicising law in India. |
| Mode of exam |
Pen-and-paper exam |
| Exam timings |
1 PM to 4 PM |
| Question type |
100 objective-type questions. |
| No. of test cities |
55 exam cities all over India |
| Exam helpdesk |
Phone: +91 - 6263178414 , 6352601288, 9555089314, 9555076241, 9555092448, Email: bci.helpdesk@cbtexams.in |
| Exam website |
allindiabarexamination.com |
AIBE 21 Exam Date 2026
Candidates can check all upcoming events related to AIBE 21 Exam here
| Event |
Dates |
|---|---|
| AIBE 21 Application 2026 begins |
11-Feb-2026 |
| Last date for AIBE Registration |
30-Apr-2026 |
| AIBE XXI (21) Application Payment Last Date and Form Correction 2026 |
01-May-2026 |
| AIBE XXI (21) Admit cards 2026 |
22-May-2026 |
| AIBE (XXI) 21 exam day 2026 |
07-Jun-2026 |
| Official AIBE (XXI) 21 answer key |
TBA |
| Release of AIBE XXI final answer key |
TBA |
| Declaration of AIBE (XXI) 21 Result |
TBA |
Latest Updates on AIBE 21 Exam 2026
- AIBE 21 notification has been released
- AIBE XXI registration began on February 11, 2026
- Last date to fill AIBE Application Form is April 30, 2026
- The exam will be held on June 7, 2026
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What is AIBE Exam?
The All India Bar Examination is a national-level certification exam conducted by the Bar Council of India. The exam is held to assess the basic legal knowledge of advocates. It is mandatory to clear the AIBE exam to get the Certificate of Practice. With this, they can practice law in Indian courts.
AIBE 21 Eligibility Criteria 2026
Anyone who is planning to appear must check the AIBE 21 eligibility requirements mentioned below
| Parameter |
Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Qualifying exam |
Candidates who have passed a three-year LLB or five-year LLB degree 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 |
| Minimum marks in qualifying exam |
The BCI mentions no minimum marks are required for appearing 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 |
A candidate must be registered with their State Bar Councils as an Advocate. As State Bar Council enrollment is mandatory for AIBE eligibility. Candidates not enrolled as an advocate with the SBC, will not be able to apply for AIBE 21 |
Also Read AIBE Application Form Correction Window: Direct Link, Fees and Process
AIBE 21 Registration Process 2026
Now that you have checked the eligibility criteria, it is to learn how to fill the AIBE 21 Application Form. The application process is completely online. The AIBE XXI Application Form will be released online only.
Steps to fill AIBE 21 application form
Candidates must fill the AIBE Application Form to appear in the exam. The AIBE 21 Application Process 2026 is completely online. Read further to know how
-
- Go to allindiabarexamination.com
- Register using advocate enrollment details
- Fill the application form
- Upload required documents
- Pay the AIBE (XXI) 21 application fee
- Submit and download confirmation
Also Read: List of documents required to fill AIBE Application Form
AIBE 21 Application Fee 2026
Candidates must check the All India Bar Examination Fees 2026 before filling the form. Check below
| Category |
Application Fee (in INR) |
|---|---|
| General/OBC |
INR 3,500 (plus transaction charges) |
| Gen-PWD/ OBC-PWD |
INR 3,500 (plus transaction charges) |
| SC/ST/ |
INR 2,500 (plus transaction charges) |
| SC-PWD/ST-PWD categories |
INR 2,500 (plus transaction charges) |
| EWS/ Women |
INR 3,500 (plus transaction charges) |
Also Read: How to enroll with State Bar Councils for AIBE exam? Fees, Documents Required, Eligibility
What is AIBE 21 Exam Pattern?
The AIBE exam pattern is expected to remain the same as previous sessions.
| AIBE Exam Features |
Details |
|---|---|
| Exam mode |
Offline mode |
| 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 |
| Test medium |
22 vernacular languages other than English i.e. 1) Assamese, (2) Bengali, (3) Gujarati, (4) Hindi, (5) Kannada, (6) Kashmiri (F) Konkani, (8) Malayalam, (9) Manipuri, (10) Marathi, (11) Nepali (12 Oriya, (13) Punjabi, (14) Sanskrit, (15) Sindhi, (16) Tamil, (17) Telugu, 18) Urdu (19) Bodo, (20) Santhali, (21) Maithili and (22) Dogri |
| Total questions |
100 questions |
| Type of questions |
MCQs |
| Marking Scheme |
One mark per question (negative marking to be introduced this year onwards) |
AIBE 21 Syllabus 2026
The AIBE 21 syllabus includes 19 law subjects covering both procedural and substantive laws. Read further to know the AIBE Syllabus
- Constitutional Law
- Indian Penal Code / Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
- Code of Criminal Procedure / BNSS
- Code of Civil Procedure
- Indian Evidence Act / Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam
- Family Law
- Professional Ethics & Bar Council Rules
- Administrative Law
- Company Law
- Labour & Industrial Laws
- Environmental Law
- Cyber Law
- Intellectual Property Law
- ADR & PIL
Also read: Top 5 reasons why aspirants fail AIBE exam
AIBE 21 Subject-wise Syllabus and Marks Distribution 2026
Candidates can check subject wise marks distribution of AIBE Syllabus below
| AIBE Subjects/Syllabus |
No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| 10 marks |
|
| Cr. P. C. (Criminal Procedure Code) & (New) |
10 marks |
| Code of Civil Procedure (CPC) |
10 marks |
| I. P. C. (Indian Penal Code) & (New) |
8 marks |
| Law of Contract, Specific Relief, Property Laws, Negotiable Instrument Act |
8 marks |
| Family Law |
8 marks |
| Evidence Act & (New) Bharatiya Sakshya |
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 |
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AIBE 21 Admit Card 2026
The BCI will publish the admit card for AIBE XXI 2026 on May 22, 2026. Candidates who successfully register and pay the application fee will be able to download the AIBE hall ticket. The AIBE admit card is a mandatory document that aspirants must not forget on AIBE Exam Day. Additionally, candidates will be required to carry one photo ID. It is essential to note that the BCI will not send the AIBE Admit Card 2026 by post.
Steps to download the AIBE Admit Card 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to download their AIBE XXI Admit Card
- Go to allindiabarexamination.com
- Click on the AIBE XXI Admit Card link
- Enter your registration number & date of birth
- Download the admit card PDF
AIBE 21 Result 2026
Candidates must note that both AIBE 21 scorecard will be published on official portal. AIBE result will be released online in PDF format. The result/ scorecard of AIBE contains details like roll number and the qualifying status of candidates as PASS or FAIL.Qualified candidates will receive the Certificate of Practice.
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AIBE 2026 Results: How to check?
Candidates can follow the steps mentioned below to check the AIBE 21 result 2026:
- The AIBE XXI result link is provided at allindiabarexamination.com
- Candidates have to go to the result link, and a login window opens up
- Here candidates need to enter their AIBE application ID and Date of Birth
- On login, the AIBE qualifying status will be displayed on the screen
The exam authority will also inform candidates about AIBE results via email notification as released.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 days ago
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.
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Candidates can download the CLAT PYQs by visiting https://www.shiksha.com/law/clat-exam-question-papers. Candidates must solve CLAT PYQS to score well in the exam.
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Based on recent CLAT analyses, the English Language and General Knowledge & Current Affairs sections were rated as the easiest. English is more about reading comprehension with direct questions. GK is highly scoring for those with consistent, up-to-date daily news preparation.
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Contributor-Level 8
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The CLAT exam for both undergraduate and postgraduate courses will be held for 2 hours. There will be 120 MCQs. The total number of sections in the question paper will be five.
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Contributor-Level 8
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To score well in exam, your preparation needs to be top-notch. AIBE Exam syllabus should be completed months before so that you hve time to prepare for AIBE Exam.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 4 weeks ago
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.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 4 weeks ago
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.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
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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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
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.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
To download the AIBE 21 answer key-
Visit the BCI website.
Login using your registered email address and password.
Now, click on the AIBE XXI Answer Key tab.
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