Effective Preparation Strategies for AIBE 20: Tips and Tricks to Crack the Exam

All India Bar Examination 2025 ( AIBE )

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The main reason why many candidates fail to qualify AIBE is not that they are incapable but due to a poor preparation strategy. The most common reason, however, is not finding sufficient time to prepare for AIBE according to the syllabus. In this article, we share various tips and tricks to clear AIBE 20 Exam.

The main reason why many candidates fail to qualify AIBE is not that they are incapable but due to a poor preparation strategy. The most common reason, however, is not finding sufficient time to prepare for AIBE according to the syllabus. In this article, we share various tips and tricks to clear AIBE 20 Exam.

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Effective Preparation Strategies for AIBE 20: Tips and Tricks to Crack AIBE Exam

AIBE 20 Exam 2025: All India Bar Examination (AIBE) is a test conducted by the Bar Council of India (BCI) for law graduates who wish to practice law in India. BCI awards a Certificate of Practice (COP) to the students who clear the AIBE exam. Law graduates who wish to practice law in India must qualify in the AIBE 20 exam 2025.

Both 3-year LLB and 5-year LLB graduates or final year students are eligible to appear in the All India Bar Examination. No changes have been made in the exam pattern. Also, the exam syllabus for AIBE 2025 remains unchanged. Until AIBE 2020, the exam was conducted as an open-book exam. But from AIBE 2021 onwards, it is no longer an open-book exam. This has increased the exam difficulty level multifold. Now, candidates can only take Bare Acts without comments. In case, AIBE 20 Exam Pattern 2025 is revised, then it will be notified by the BCI. 

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The main reason why many candidates fail to qualify AIBE is not that they are incapable but due to a poor preparation strategy. The most common reason, however, is not finding sufficient time to prepare for AIBE according to the syllabus. Only those candidates who have scored AIBE Qualifying Marks 2025 will be issued the CoP.  In this article, we take a look at how to systematically prepare and pass the AIBE exam in one sitting.

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Table of contents
  • AIBE XX (20) syllabus 2025-26
  • AIBE 20 (XX): How to qualify in AIBE 20 Exam 2025?
  • AIBE XX (20) Mock Test
  • Previous Years' AIBE Qualifier Tips

AIBE XX (20) syllabus 2025-26 

Q:   How can I download the CoP of AIBE 19 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. 

BCI has released the syllabus for AIBE XX as mentioned in the table below:

AIBE Subjects/Syllabus

Total Questions in Upcoming Papers

Constitutional Law

10 questions

Indian Penal Code (IPC)

08 questions

Criminal Procedure Code (Cr PC)

10 questions

Code of Civil Procedure (CPC)

10 questions

Evidence Act

08 questions 

Alternate Dispute Redressal Including Arbitration Act

04 questions

Family Law

08 questions

Public Interest Litigation (PIL)

04 questions

Administrative Law

03 questions

Professional Ethics and Cases of Professional Misconduct under BCI Rules

04 questions

Company Law

02 questions

Environmental Law

02 questions 

Cyber Law

02 questions 

Labour and Industrial Laws

04 questions 

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

05 questions 

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

08 questions

Law Related to Taxation 

04 questions

Land Acquisition Act

02 questions

Intellectual Property Laws

02 questions

Total

100 questions

Also Read: Important Topics from AIBE 20 (XIX) Syllabus 2025- Weightage, Landmark Judgements and More

AIBE 20 (XX): How to qualify in AIBE 20 Exam 2025?

Given the importance of the exam, students must prepare well for the AIBE properly. Check out some tips to qualify the exam below:

  • Understand the exam pattern
  • Familiarise yourself with the syllabus
  • Practice with previous year's question papers

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  • Focus on core subjects
  • Read the legal provisions
  • Use study materials wisely
  • Take mock test regularly

Also Read: Bare Acts for AIBE (XX) 20 Exam 2025: Important Bare Acts, Study Tips

  • Take regular breaks
  • Remain updated with current affairs
  • Practice with a timer
  • Analyze your performance
  • Seek help when needed
  • Stay positive and motivated

Also read: All India Bar Examination - Know Salient Features, Eligibility, Application Process, Pattern, COP

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  • Stay healthy and fit

AIBE XX (20) Mock Test

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. 

Students preparing for the test must take the AIBE mock test. It will help in self-assessment. Also, you will understand the exam difficulty level and improve your time to solve the questions. Taking a mock test for AIBE is not enough; you also need to focus on weak topics for improvement.

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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Answered 4 days ago

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. 

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Mohit Dhawan

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 4 days ago

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.

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Priya Peter

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 4 days ago

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

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Bhumika Aggarwal

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 4 days ago

Candidates can register for AIBE 21 Exam 2026 until April 30, 2026. Candidates must note that the application process can be completed by visiting allindiabarexamination.com.

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Divya Surbhi

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 4 days ago

Yes, final-year and final-semester LLB students can apply for AIBE 21. Eligible students must have no backlogs and be in their final year of a 3-year or 5-year LLB course from a BCI-recognized university. 

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Manisha Gard

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 weeks ago

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

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Mukul Singh

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 weeks ago

For the AIBE exam, the best books are bare acts (without comments) for core subjects like the new BNS, BNSS, BSA, CPC, and others, alongside comprehensive guides like Universal's or Taxmann's publications, and subject-specific texts like Durga Das Basu for the Constitution or C.K. Takwani for CPC, f

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Anupama Mehra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

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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Akanksha

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 weeks ago

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. 

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Nitesh Srivastava

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 weeks ago

The AIBE 21 Exam will be held in pen-and-paper mode. No notification mentioning that it will be held in online mode has been released by the council yet.

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Chanchal Patra

Contributor-Level 7