AIBE (20) Eligibility Criteria 2025: Age Limit, Qualification, No. of Attempts, Minimum Marks

All India Bar Examination 2025 ( AIBE )

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Updated on Mar 19, 2025 14:47 IST

Candidates seeking Certificate of Practice (CoP) to practice law in India can check here the prescribed eligibility criteria for AIBE exam including, marks, degree, state bar council enrollment number and other requirements. 

AIBE 20 (XX) Eligibility Criteria 2025: The Bar Council of India (BCI) is responsible for framing the eligibility criteria for the All India Bar Examination, which is a mandatory qualifying examination for all lawyers. Only those candidates who will fulfill the AIBE 20 eligibility 2025 will be allowed to appear in the AIBE Exam 2025. The Bar Council exam eligibility criteria mention the minimum academic qualification, age limit, and registration with the state Bar Council etc. Candidates were advised to check  AIBE Eligibility Criteria 2025 before filling in the AIBE 20 application form in online mode. The Council revised the AIBE 20 Eligibility Critiera 2025. Candidates are no longer required to have enrolment certificates from a State Bar Council to appear for AIBE Exam.

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The BCI also gave a nod to final-year LLB/ BA LLB students to appear in the AIBE Exam. The law practice qualifying exam, All India Bar Examination (AIBE) is now conducted at least once a year for issuing the Certificate of Practice (CoP). AIBE 20 will be conducted in offline mode in pen-and-paper mode. Those who qualify as per AIBE results are issued COPs to practice law. BCI has not yet announced the AIBE 20 Exam Date.

Q:   I have 42% marks in my final LLB exams. Can I apply for AIBE exam? Am I eligible?
A:
Based on the eligibility criteria, it appears that you may not be eligible to apply for the AIBE exam, as you have mentioned that you have secured 42% marks in your final LL.B. Exam. However, you may check with the respective State Bar Councils in your state, as the eligibility criteria may vary from state to state.
Q:   How many city preferences can a candidate submit while selecting AIBE center?
A:

Candidates can submit maximum 3 preferences for AIBE centre. Choosing preference for exam centre is mandatory to submit AIBE application. Candidates will get to know about allotment of exact centre once the admit card is released. BCI releases admit card online comprising crucial details about exam including name and address of AIBE centre. The admit card can be downloaded from the official website after its release. To download AIBE admit card, candidates need application ID, password, and Exam Unique Code (EUC).

Q:   How to get Certificate of practice after AIBE?
A:

To get the Certificate of Practice (COP) after passing the All India Bar Examination AIBE you need to follow the steps mentioned below:

  1. Register with the Bar Council of India: You need to register yourself with the Bar Council of India by submitting the AIBE scorecard, your law degree Certificate and other relevant documents. You will also need to pay the registration fee and fulfill any other requirements specified by the Bar Council of India.
  2. Apply for the Certificate of Practice: After registering with the Bar Council of India, you can apply for the Certificate of Practice by submitting an application along with the required documents such as your identity proof, address proof, and a declaration that you have not been convicted of any criminal offense or professional misconduct.
  3. Pay the fees: You need to pay the prescribed fees for the issuance of the Certificate of Practice.
  4. Verification of documents: The Bar Council of India will verify all the documents submitted by you to ensure that they are authentic.
  5. Issuance of Certificate of Practice: Once your application and documents are verified, the Bar Council of India will issue you the Certificate of Practice. It is important to note that the exact process and requirements for obtaining the Certificate of Practice may vary slightly from state to state in India. Therefore, it is recommended that you check the official website of the Bar Council of India or the concerned state Bar Council for the latest and accurate information on the process of obtaining the Certificate of Practice after passing the AIBE.

All the candidates who meet the AIBE XX eligibility criteria 2025 for the exam must fill the application form for AIBE 20, without which they will not be issued AIBE 20 Admit Card

Table of content
  • AIBE XX Eligibility Criteria 2025-26
  • AIBE 20 (XX) Eligibility Criteria 2025: Exemptions
  • AIBE 19 (XIX) Eligibility 2025-26: Number of Attempts
  • AIBE Eligibility: State Bar Council Enrollment
  • AIBE Eligibility Criteria for Obtaining COP
  • AIBE 20 Eligibility Criteria for Disabled/ Physically Challenged Candidates
  • AIBE Application form 2025
  • AIBE (XX) 20 Exam Centres 2025
  • AIBE 20 admit card
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AIBE XX Eligibility Criteria 2025-26

The AIBE 20 (XX) eligibility criteria remained the same. Here are the AIBE exam eligibility criteria in the table below:

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AIBE XX (20) Eligibility Criteria

Qualifying exam

Candidates who have passed or are in final year of 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 

  1. 3-year LLB degree, OR
  2. 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 who has not registered with their State Bar Councils as an Advocate can apply. As State Bar Council enrollment is no more mandatory for AIBE eligibility.  

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AIBE 20 (XX) Eligibility Criteria 2025: Exemptions 

BCI has also set eligibility criteria for candidates exempted from AIBE exam as mentioned below:

  • Law graduates who have passed the three-year LLB or five-year LLB degree before 2009-2010, don't need to take the AIBE exam.
  • These candidates can thus practice law in India without the CoP.
  • Those who graduated in 2008 or earlier, and enrolled later (irrespective of year of enrollment), are also exempted from AIBE.

Note: For candidates graduating from academic year 2009-10 onwards, the AIBE exam is compulsory for practicing law in India.

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AIBE 19 (XIX) Eligibility 2025-26: Number of Attempts

Q:   How can I apply for AIBE 20 exam?
A:

To apply for the AIBE 20 Exam 2025, visit allindiabarexamination.com and click on "New Registration." Enter your name, email ID, mobile number, and enrollment details to generate a registration ID. Log in and complete the application form by filling in personal, educational, and professional details. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and enrollment certificate. Pay the application fee online using debit/credit card or net banking. Review all details carefully before submitting the form. Finally, download and print the confirmation page for future reference. Ensure all documents meet the prescribed format to avoid rejection.

Q:   Is there minimum qualifying marks in AIBE exam?
A:

Yes, there are minimum qualifying marks in the AIBE exam. To pass the exam, candidates need to score at least 40% marks in total, which means they must answer 40 out of 100 questions correctly. For candidates from the SC/ST category, the minimum required score is reduced to 35% (35 out of 100). The exam is designed to test a candidate's basic knowledge of law, and there is no negative marking, so it's beneficial to attempt all questions. Candidates who meet the qualifying marks are awarded a Certificate of Practice to practice law in India.

Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for AIBE 19 Exam 2024?
A:

The eligibility criteria for AIBE 20 Exam 2025 is set by the Bar Council of India (BCI) to ensure that candidates meet the basic requirements to appear for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE). The key eligibility criteria were as follows:

  • Educational Qualification
       - Candidates must have completed a 3-year LLB or 5-year integrated LLB degree from a recognised law institution in India.
       - The law degree must be obtained from a law school or university that is recognised by the BCI
  • Enrollment with State Bar Council

   - Candidates must be enrolled with their respective State Bar Council.
   - They must possess a valid enrollment certificate issued by their State Bar Council.

  • No Minimum Marks Requirement
       - There is no specific minimum percentage of marks required in the qualifying law degree to appear for AIBE.
  • No Age Limit
       - There is no upper or lower age limit for appearing in the AIBE exam.
  • No Limit on Attempts
       - There is no restriction on the number of attempts for AIBE. Candidates can appear for the exam multiple times if they fail in previous attempts.
  • Nationality

   - Only Indian nationals are eligible to appear for the AIBE exam.

Candidates must ensure that they meet these eligibility criteria before applying for AIBE 20.

Q:   What are the minimum passing marks criteria for AIBE, and how can I ensure that I meet the criteria?
A:

The minimum passing marks criteria for AIBE is as follows:

  • General/ OBC category: 40% marks out of 98 (i.e., 38 marks out of 98)
  • SC/ ST category: 35% marks out of 98 (i.e., 34 marks out of 98)

To ensure that you meet the minimum passing marks criteria, you can follow these steps:

  1. Check the exam pattern and syllabus: Before the exam, make sure you are familiar with the exam pattern and syllabus. This will help you understand the type of questions that will be asked and the topics you need to focus on.
  2. Practice with sample questions: Practice with sample questions and previous year papers to get an idea of the type of questions that may be asked and to improve your speed and accuracy.
  3. Review the exam instructions: Carefully read the exam instructions and make sure you understand the format of the exam, the time limit, and any other important details.
  4. Manage your time wisely: On the day of the exam, make sure you manage your time wisely and allocate enough time to answer each question.
  5. Answer the questions carefully: Answer the questions carefully and accurately, making sure you read each question carefully and understand what is being asked before answering.

By following these steps, you can ensure that you meet the minimum passing marks criteria for AIBE and qualify the exam. 

Q:   Can I apply for AIBE exam if I am in final-semester?
A:

The SC has given nod to the final-year law students to appear for AIBE Exam. The Apex Court passed the interim order while hearing a plea challenging the AIBE 20 Eligibility Criteria 2025 announced along with the AIBE 20 Notification 2025. The BCI in its notification earlier restricted the final year students from appearing in AIBE Exam. However, now with Apex court order, final year students will be allowed to appear in the exam. 

AIBE aspirants often question whether there is any limit on the number of attempts for the bar examination. However, BCI has made it clear to all law graduates that:

  • They can attempt AIBE examination multiple times until qualified. 
  • They can attempt AIBE even after they fail several times.

Therefore, attempts for the AIBE examination is unlimited till they qualify for it as per the minimum marks required. However, candidates have to qualify for AIBE within two years of provisional enrollment with the State Bar Council. 

AIBE Eligibility: State Bar Council Enrollment

In 2017, BCI came up with the rule for AIBE X that candidates who have been enrolled with the State Bar Councils will only be eligible to appear for AIBE. The notification released by the exam authority stated, "The office of the Bar Council of India is receiving various queries from different State Bar Councils, seeking clarification as to whether an advocate who has been enrolled for more than two years on State Bar Council Roll, can be allowed to appear in All India Bar Examination X or not. It is hereby reiterated and clarified any Advocate who has graduated after 1st July, 2010 can appear in All India Bar Examination for as many times as it requires him or her to pass such exam irrespective of the fact that he or she has been enrolled for more than two years as an Advocate on a State Bar Council Roll. The concerned Advocate is only barred from practicing as an advocate, if even after two years of being enrolled as an Advocate on a State Bar Council Roll, he or she is unable to clear/pass the All India Bar Examination. Thus an Advocate enrolled on a State Roll is not debarred from appearing in the All India Bar Examination and as per Resolution No. 73/2010 dated 30th April, 2010, passed by the General Council of the Bar Council an unsuccessful candidate may appear in the All India Bar Examination, without any limit on the number of attempts, till he or she clears/passes such exam." 

However, after the Supreme Court's order on AIBE 20 Eligibility Criteria, the BCI has revised it. Now, candidates who are not enrolled with a State Bar Council for more than two years are also eligible for the AIBE exam to obtain COP. 

Also Read: How to enroll with State Bar Councils for AIBE exam? Fees, Documents Required, Eligibility

AIBE Eligibility Criteria for Obtaining COP

Candidates who appear for AIBE exam have to obtain minimum qualifying marks as set by BCI, to be eligible for issuing a Certificate of Practice. The minimum marks requirement for AIBE COP Eligibility is as under: 

  • Candidates belonging to General/ OBC category must obtain at least 40% marks from the total scores of the AIBE exam. 
  • Candidates belonging to SC/ST/PWD category must obtain at least 35% marks in the AIBE examination. 

AIBE 20 Eligibility Criteria for Disabled/ Physically Challenged Candidates

The academic eligibility criteria for AIBE applicants who are physically challenged or disabled is the same, however, such candidates must ensure that they have: 

  • A disability certificate is issued by a medical authority.
  • The disability certificate should mention 50 per cent or more disabilities under specific categories like blindness, amputated arms, or any other physical incapability.

This is a requirement if candidates want to increase their exam duration by 20 minutes per hour i.e. they will be allowed an extra time of one hour for AIBE exam duration. 

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AIBE Application form 2025

The AIBE XX Application Form 2025-26 for the certification exam has been closed. Candidates who met the academic requirements and registered as an advocate with a state bar council could fill the application process of AIBE 20.

How to fill the AIBE application 20 (XX) 2025 form:

  1. Online Registration - The candidate had to get registered first and create an applicant account. At the time of registration, the candidate had to enter their Advocate Enrollment No.
  2. Filling of the application form - The candidate must fill in various fields in the application form, including personal, academic, and contact details.
  3. Uploading of documents - Essential documents that have to be uploaded include a photograph, signature, self-attested enrollment certificate, and self-attested photo id. The uploaded documents should be in jpg/jpeg format.
  4. Exam center and language selection - The AIBE 2025 exam will be conducted in 11 languages. Pick one language and also an exam center.
  5. Payment of application fee - The exam fee is INR 3500 for general/ OBC candidates and INR 2,500 for SC/ ST candidates.

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AIBE (XX) 20 Exam Centres 2025

The AIBE (XX) 2025-26 exam will be conducted at the following centers:

State

City

Andhra Pradesh

Tirupati, Visakhapatnam

Assam

Guwahati

Bihar

Patna

Chhattisgarh

Bilaspur, Raipur

Gujarat

Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Surat

Himachal Pradesh

Shimla

Jammu

Jammu

kashmir

Srinagar

Jharkhand

Bokaro, Ranchi

Karnataka

Bengaluru, Dharwad

Kerala

Ernakulam, Thiruvananthapura m

Madhya Pradesh

Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur

Maharashtra & Goa

Aurangabad, Mumbai, Nagpur, Nanded, Panaji, Pune

Pune

Manipur

Imphal

Meghalaya

Shillong

New Delhi

New Delhi (NCR)

Odisha

Bhubaneshwar

Punjab & Haryana

Amritsar, Chandigarh, Gurugram, Hisar

Rajasthan

Jodhpur, Jaipur

Tamil Nadu

Chennai, Coimbatore, Trichy

Telangana

Hyderabad

Tripura

Agartala

Uttar Pradesh

Allahabad, Ghaziabad, Gorakhpur, Lucknow, Meerut, Noida, Varanasi

Uttarakhand

Dehradun

Rudrapur

West Bengal

Kolkata

Note: BCI issues COP to AIBE-qualified candidates within a month after the declaration of results. The candidates who 'passed' AIBE XVII were issued COP in online mode via the AIBESCOPE mobile application, available on Android and iOS phones. 

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AIBE 20 admit card

AIBE admit card 2025 will be released by the Bar Council of India (BCI). Candidates who will submit their AIBE XX (20) 2025 Application Form on time will be issued an AIBE 20 hall ticket. Candidates must note that the BCI will not send AIBE 20 Admit Card 2025-26 by post. Candidates will have to use their registration ID and date of birth to download AIBE 2025 Admit Card.

How to download AIBE 20 Admit Card 2025?

Candidates can check the steps to download the AIBE 20 admit card 2025 below.

  1. Go to the official website of AIBE 20
  2. Click on the “Admit Card (AIBE-XX)” link 
  3. Enter AIBE 2025 registration ID and password
  4. Click on the “Submit” button, admit card will appear on the screen
  5. Cross-check the below-mentioned details on the admit card, if errors found report it to the exam helpdesk and also, download the admit card (keep a copy for future reference)
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