With the pass percentage dropping from 69.21% in AIBE 20 to 65.92% in AIBE 21, candidates preparing for AIBE 22 should begin their preparation early. Read further to understand the analysis of both the exams, reason for drop in pass percentage and other important details.
AIBE 21 Vs AIBE 20 Result Analysis
The Bar Council of India (BCI) has published the AIBE 21 Result 2026. While thousands of candidates cleared the exam, the statistics shows that clearing the All India Bar Examination is becoming competitive year on year.
To help future aspirants, a comparison between AIBE 20 and AIBE 21 results has been discussed below. It must be noted that the BCI released the AIBE 22 Exam Schedule 2026 along with the result. Candidates who have not cleared the exam in this session still have an option to appear for the next session. Read further to know more about All India Bar Examination.
Latest Update: AIBE 21 Result 2026 LIVE
- AIBE 22 Important Dates 2026
- AIBE 21 vs AIBE 20: Statistics Analysis
- Why Did the Pass Percentage Drop for AIBE 21?
- AIBE 20 vs AIBE 21: Differences
- AIBE Result Trend (Last Three Sessions)
- What Does This Mean for AIBE 22 Aspirants?
AIBE 22 Important Dates 2026
Candidates can check all important Bar Examination 22 Dates below
| Event |
Dates |
|---|---|
| AIBE 22 Application 2026 begins |
19-Oct-2026 |
| Last date for AIBE Registration |
28-Oct-2026 |
| AIBE XXII (22) Application Payment Last Date |
30-Oct-2026 |
| AIBE 22 Application Correction Window Last Date |
30-Oct-2026 |
| AIBE XXII (22) Admit cards 2026 |
14-Nov-2026 |
| 29-Nov-2026 | |
| Official AIBE (XXII) 22 answer key |
TBA |
| Release of AIBE XXII final answer key |
TBA |
| Declaration of AIBE (XXII) 22 Result |
TBA |
Also Read: Failed in AIBE 21? What Next?
How to Obtain AIBE CoP Certificate?
Candidates can obtain a digital copy of their COP until a hard copy is provided to them by AIBESCOPE.
Commonly asked questions
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.
The AIBE Exam is no longer conducted in open-book format. Candidates will be allowed to carry only bare acts without notes.
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.
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.
AIBE 21 vs AIBE 20: Statistics Analysis
The latest BCI statistics show that the AIBE 21 pass percentage dropped by nearly 3.3 percentage compared to AIBE 20. The examination also witnessed a significant decline in the number of candidates appearing, with participation reducing by over 76,000 candidates.
| Particulars | AIBE 20 | AIBE 21 |
|---|---|---|
| Candidates Appeared | 2,51,968 | 1,75,701 |
| Qualified Candidates | 1,74,386 | 1,15,805 |
| Overall Pass Percentage | 69.21% | 65.92% |
Gender-wise Analysis of AIBE 21
The BCI has also released gender-wise participation data for AIBE 21 Exam . Similar to previous years, the number of male candidates compared to female candidates was more.
Gender-wise Candidate Statistics
Candidates can check gender-wise statistics below
| Gender | AIBE 20 Appeared | AIBE 20 Qualified | AIBE 21 Appeared | AIBE 21 Qualified |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 1,65,613 | 1,13,063 | 1,10,909 | 73,045 |
| Female | 86,336 | 61,310 | 64,784 | 42,757 |
| Transgender | 19 | 13 | 8 | 5 |
Also Read: What After AIBE Exam 2026?: Certificate of Practice & Career Steps
Why Did the Pass Percentage Drop for AIBE 21?
Many factors may be the reason for the decline in the AIBE 21 pass percentage. Some of them could be
- The change in the type of questions asked. The AIBE 21 Question Paper focused more on conceptual understanding and practical legal application instead of direct memory-based questions.
- BCI is making the overall AIBE Exam bit tough to strengthen the legal system before issuing the Certificate of Practice.
- Candidates relying only on coaching notes may have struggled with application-based questions. Experts recommend thorough reading of Bare Acts along with previous-year papers.
Commonly asked questions
The BCI conducts the AIBE Exam in 11 languages. One of the language is hindi too. Hence, candidates have an option to appear for the exam in hindi too.
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.
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.
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.
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AIBE 20 vs AIBE 21: Differences
It is important to understand what was the major differences between AIBE 20 and AIBE 21 exams. Check the table below
| Parameter | AIBE 20 | AIBE 21 |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty Level | Moderate | Moderate to difficult |
| Practical Questions | Moderate | Higher |
| Evaluation Standard | Strict | More Competitive |
AIBE Result Trend (Last Three Sessions)
The declining pass percentage over the last three editions suggests that qualifying AIBE has become tougher than before. Candidates must focus on conceptual preparation rather than last-minute revision. Candidates can check the last three years' result trend below
| Examination | Pass Percentage |
|---|---|
| AIBE 19 | 77.27% |
| AIBE 20 | 69.21% |
| AIBE 21 | 65.92% |
Also Read: AIBE 22 Registration 2026
Commonly asked questions
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.
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.
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.
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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What Does This Mean for AIBE 22 Aspirants?
The trend observed in AIBE 21 indicates that future candidates should plan better preparation strategy. Candidates should focus on
- Reading Bare Acts thoroughly.
- Understanding landmark Supreme Court judgments.
- Practising legal reasoning questions.
- Solving previous-year AIBE papers.
- Revising Constitutional Law, CPC, CrPC, BNS, Evidence Act, Family Law, Professional Ethics and other core subjects.
- Taking mock tests to improve speed and accuracy.
The AIBE 21 results have shown that the Bar Council of India's is putting more focus on maintaining professional standards for aspiring advocates.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 weeks ago
The last date to apply online for the AIBE 22 Application correction is October 30.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 weeks ago
The candidates who are in their last year of Law Degree Course and the candidates who have passed the degree course but not registered in the State Bar Council will be required to submit the AIBE undertaking form with their application form.
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Answered 3 weeks ago
The AIBE 22 registrations were started at allindiabarexamination.com on August 19. The candidates must fill the application before October 27. The candidates who failed in AIBE 21 and 20 can reuse their existing registration IDs and do not need to re-register.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 4 weeks ago
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.
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Answered 4 weeks ago
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.
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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.
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Answered 4 weeks ago
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.
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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.
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The failure rate for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) changes every year. It generally ranges between 23% and 51%, varying significantly by session.
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Answered 4 weeks ago
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.
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