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

All India Bar Examination 2026 ( 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 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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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

  • Use technology to your advantage
  • 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:   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. 

Q:   Which is more difficult AIBE or CLAT?
A:

Both exams are national level. While AIBE is a certification exam, CLAT is an entrance exam to get admission into NLUs. The difficulty level of both the exams are more or less same. 

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 Yesterday

The AIBE 21 result will be released online on the AIBE website. The candidates can access their results using the AIBE Login credentials created during the registration. 

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Mohit Dhawan

Contributor-Level 7

Answered Yesterday

The AIBE Admit Card 2026 will be released on May 22, 2026. Candidates must note that the AIBE Hall Ticket will not be released in offline mode. 

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Priya Peter

Contributor-Level 8

Answered Yesterday

No, there is no provision to fill the AIBE Application Form in offline mode. Candidates will have to visit official portal; i.e. allindiabarexamination.com to complete the AIBE Registration. 

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Akanksha Kumari

Contributor-Level 7

Answered Yesterday

The AIBE Application Process has begun. Candidates can apply by visiting allindiabarexamination.com. Candidates must note that the AIBE Application Process is online only. 

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Divya Surbhi

Contributor-Level 8

Answered Yesterday

From this year onwards, AIBE Exam will be conducted twice a year. Candidates must note that there is no age gap and also no limitation on number of attempts. 

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Bhumika Aggarwal

Contributor-Level 8

Answered Yesterday

The BCI changed the AIBE Eligibility Criteria 2026. From this year onwards, candidates in 3-year or 5-year law programmes without a back log are eligible to apply. Also, candidates who have enrolled with BCI can also apply.

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Mukul Singh

Contributor-Level 8

Answered Yesterday

Candidates can check the AIBE Eligibility Criteria 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 

  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 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 XXI 2026-27

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Manisha Gard

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 2 days ago

The Bar Council of India has released the AIBE Application Form. Candidates will be able to fill the application form of AIBE Exam until April 30, 2026.

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Akanksha

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 days ago

Check the list of items prohibited inside the AIBE test centre-

All electronic items, including mobile phones
Jewellery or any other valuable
Text books or study material

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Chanchal Patra

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 days ago

AIBE 21 Cutoff will be based on the qualifying criteria of the exam. The final cutoff will depend on the number of questions to be considered after AIBE provisional answer key objection process. 

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Nitesh Srivastava

Contributor-Level 7