Bare Acts for AIBE 20 (XX) Exam: Important Bare Acts, Preparation Tips, Mistakes to Avoid

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Bare Acts are an important resource for those preparing for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE). The Bar Council of India (BCI) requires candidates to know bare acts as part of the AIBE 20 (XX) Exam 2025. The BCI conducted the AIBE 20 exam 2025 on, November 30, 2025. AIBE (XX) 20 Exam 2025-26 was held in offline mode. The candidates were allowed t

The BCI allows carrying the Bare Acts without Short notes to the exam hall. Read on to know which Bare Acts are allowed and how to study bare acts for the AIBE exam. Bare Acts for AIBE (XVIII) 18 Exam

Bare Acts for AIBE (XX) 20 Exam

Bare Acts are an important resource for those preparing for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE). The Bar Council of India (BCI) requires candidates to know bare acts as part of the AIBE 20 (XX) Exam 2025. The BCI conducted the AIBE 20 exam 2025 on, November 30, 2025. AIBE (XX) 20 Exam 2025-26 was held in offline mode. The candidates were allowed to carry the Bare Acts to the exam hall, however, it should be without comments, short notes or handwritten notes. The AIBE Exam Date, AIBE Syllabus and other important details were announced in the AIBE 20 Notification 2025.

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Table of contents
  • How to Study the Bare Acts for AIBE Exam 2025?
  • How to Keep Sections of the Bare Act in mind?
  • How to organise notes while preparing for my exams in Bare Acts?
  • AIBE XX (20) Syllabus 2025-26: Subjects and Weightage
  • Previous Years' AIBE Qualifier Tips

How to Study the Bare Acts for AIBE Exam 2025?

While preparing for the AIBE exam, candidates must read the Bare Acts. Read below to know how to study the Bare Acts for the AIBE exam 2025:

  • Understanding the Bare Acts: They are the original Acts passed by the legislature. Aspirants must thoroughly go through these laws.
  • Tips for Studying the Bare Acts: Check the syllabus of the exam and highlight important acts having high weightage. Practice with  AIBE questions from previous year to understand the exam pattern.

Also Read: AIBE 20 Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) Law: Syllabus, Topics, Preparation Tips

Q:   How can I download the CoP of AIBE Exam?
A:

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.

Q:   Can I prepare for AIBE Exam in one month?
A:

If you have topped while pursuing law there is still some chance. But if you were an average student who have not prepared even once for the exam, it is next to impossible to prepare for the exam in one month. 

Q:   Do I need coaching to prepare for AIBE Exam?
A:

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. 

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How to Keep Sections of the Bare Act in mind?

You can refer these tips to keep sections of Bare Act in your memory:

  • Regularly study to become familiar with the language and structure of legal texts.

  • Practice solving legal problems using Bare Acts

  • Utilise it for mock tests & practice papers

  • Try to learn 10 new pieces every day

  • Make a habit of reading at least fifteen different sections daily

  • Keep a notebook to wite important pointers

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How to organise notes while preparing for my exams in Bare Acts?

When taking notes, follow a format. It will help you to review and revise your notes quickly. It is best to organise your notes section-wise. Break the information into smaller sections. To help yourself identify the most important information, use highlighter to draw attention to key points and main ideas. Take time to revise your notes every week.

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AIBE XX (20) Syllabus 2025-26: Subjects and Weightage

The All India Bar Examination syllabus 2025 is now out. Check below:  

Also Read: AIBE 20 Syllabus: Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita VS Indian Penal Code

Take a look at the complete AIBE XX 2025 Syllabus and weightage below:

AIBE Subjects/Syllabusstudy

No. of Questions

Constitutional Law

10

Indian Penal Code

8

Criminal Procedure Code

10

Code of Civil Procedure

10

Evidence Act

8

Alternate Dispute Redressal Including Arbitration Act

4

Family Law

8

Public Interest Litigation

4

Administrative Law

3

Professional Ethics and Cases of Professional Misconduct under BCI Rules

4

Company Law

2

Environmental Law

2

Cyber Law

2

Labour and Industrial Laws

4

Law of Tort, including Motor Vehicles Act and Consumer Protection Law

5

Law of Contract, Specific Relief, Property Laws, Negotiable Instrument Act

8

Law Related to Taxation 

4

Land Acquisition Act

2

Intellectual Property Laws

2

Total

100

Previous Years' AIBE Qualifier Tips

One of the best ways to prepare for AIBE is also by going through the preparation strategy of previous years' qualifiers. Click on the links below to know how AIBE exam qualifiers of previous year prepared for the law exam:

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Q:   How to choose AIBE 2025 best reference book?
A:

To identify the best reference material, candidates should check: 

AIBE Reference material is free of grammatical errors 
Legal concepts are explained clearly 
All illustrations, examples, and other such representations are accurate 
The reference book for AIBE is reviewed by law experts
It has contained case-laws for a better understanding
It is based on AIBE 20 syllabus only

Q:   Is AIBE an open book exam?
A:

The AIBE Exam is no longer conducted in open-book format. Candidates will be allowed to carry only bare acts without notes. 

Q:   Should AIBE Exam conducted in open-book format?
A:

Until 2020, the AIBE Exam used to be conducted in an open-book format. While many students have requested to make it open book again, no decision on this have been taken so far. 

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