The All India Bar Examination is an important certification exam conducted by the Bar Council of India. Only those candidates who will clear the AIBE Exam will be issued the Certificate of Practice (CoP), which is must to practice in court. From this year, the AIBE Exam will be held twice a year. AIBE 21 Exam 2026 is scheduled to be held on June 7, 2026.
Candidates appearing for the AIBE 21 (XXI) Exam 2026 must note that the AIBE Question Paper will carry 100 multiple-choice questions. Though there is no negative marking, it is important to get the answers correct. Despite being a qualifying exam, many candidates struggle due to poor time management. The paper is not extremely difficult, but it is lengthy and requires smart handling of time, especially when referring to bare acts.
In case you are worried about how to solve the AIBE Question Paper 2026 in three hours, do not worry. In this article, we will help you to make a realistic and practical time management strategy that actually works in the exam hall.
- AIBE 21 Exam Pattern 2026
- Why Candidates Run Out of Time in AIBE Exam?
- How to solve AIBE Question Paper in three hours?
- AIBE 21 Exam 2026: Section-Wise Time Division
- How to Use Bare Acts Smartly in AIBE 21 Exam 2026?
- Common Mistakes to Avoid in AIBE 2026
- Crucial Tricks for AIBE 21 Preparation 2026
AIBE 21 Exam Pattern 2026
It is important to understand the exam paper pattern first to plan better. Check the AIBE 21 exam pattern below
| AIBE Exam Features |
Details |
|---|---|
| Difficulty level |
MODERATE.
|
| Skills tested |
|
| Exam mode |
Offline, pen-and-paper exam |
| Exam type |
Certification exam
|
| Exam duration |
3 hours (20 minutes extra provided to candidates with more than 50% disability) |
| Subjects |
19 law subjects |
| Total questions |
100 questions |
| Type of questions |
MCQs |
| Marking Scheme |
One mark per question No negative marking in case of wrong attempts |
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Why Candidates Run Out of Time in AIBE Exam?
Since there is no negative marking, you should ideally attempt all 100 questions. The real challenge is completing the paper comfortably within time. However, from previous years’ AIBE Exam Analysis, candidates usually lose time because
- They spend way too much time on IPC problem-based questions
- They do not try to solve questions on their own and start referring to bare acts for every question
- They ignore easy sections like Professional Ethics
- They leave OMR filling for the last few minutes
Candidates must understand that AIBE is not about perfection but about smart selection and flow.
Also Read: AIBE Syllabus
How to solve AIBE Question Paper in three hours?
To help you understand how to solve the AIBE Question Paper within the given time frame, you need a practical strategy. Candidates can check the same below:
- First 60-70 Minutes: Build Flow
Try to solve those questions first that you are sure of. Start with questions you can answer instantly. Do not open bare acts unless necessary. This boosts confidence and reduces pressure for the remaining paper. Put more focus on topics like
- Constitutional Law
- Professional Ethics
- Straightforward theory questions
Try to solve atleast 45-50 questions during this time frame.
- Next 80–90 Minutes: Controlled Bare Act Usage
Now that you have solved questions you were 100% sure about its time to move to heavier subjects like IPC, CrPC, CPC, Contract Law & Evidence Act. Do not start reading entire provisions unless they are needed. Do not pick bare acts until you want to confirm section language or clear confusion. Go directly to relevant sections using the index. Make sure you solve at least 30-35 questions during this time.
- Last 30–40 Minutes: Smart Completion & OMR Check
The last 30 minute is very important. Start checking if you have marked questions you have attempted. Make sure that you do a recheck of your OMR bubble. Since your AIBE OMR Sheet will be checked by a computer. If you have not filled it properly, your answer will not be considered. During your preparation, ensure you practice how to fill out the AIBE OMR Sheet.
Now that you have thoroughly checked your OMR sheet, start attempting the remaining doubtful questions. Since there is no negative marking, do not leave any question unanswered.
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AIBE 21 Exam 2026: Section-Wise Time Division
Candidates can check the section-wise time allocation to solve the AIBE Question Paper below. Though this is not mandatory, it will help you to have the required mental framework.
| Subject | Time |
|---|---|
| Constitutional Law | 20–25 minutes |
| IPC | 30–35 minutes |
| CrPC | 20–25 minutes |
| CPC | 20–25 minutes |
| Evidence Act | 20–25 minutes |
| Professional Ethics | 15–20 minutes |
| Miscellaneous Laws | Remaining time |
Also Read: Last 30 Days Revision Plan for AIBE (21) Exam 2026
How to Use Bare Acts Smartly in AIBE 21 Exam 2026?
Most of the candidates end up spending too much time checking the Bare Acts. While it is useful to refer to bare acts, it is important to know how to use it in your favour. Check some of the tips to use bare acts in the AIBE 21 Exam 2026
- Use sticky tabs before the exam
- Memorise frequently asked sections
- Carry only relevant acts to avoid confusion
Common Mistakes to Avoid in AIBE 2026
Candidates must avoid making these mistakes in the AIBE 2026 Exam
- Spending more than five minutes on one tricky IPC problem
- Searching the bare act without clarity on what you are looking for
- Ignoring Professional Ethics (often scoring and direct)
- Not practicing OMR marking in mock tests
- Panicking in the last hour
Also Read: AIBE Previous Year Question Papers (HINDI) with Answers: Download For Free
Crucial Tricks for AIBE 21 Preparation 2026
Some of the tips and tricks to keep in mind while preparing for AIBE 2026 are
- You should learn to manage your time. Give more time to higher weightage subjects.
- Be regular in your studies. Do not take it lightly.
- Create short notes while preparing for a topic. You can refer to these notes during revision.
- As per the previous year's paper analysis, a few questions in the paper are based on landmark judgements. Hence, read those.
- Start with the topics that hold maximum weightage in the exam.
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The AIBE 20 CoP has not been released yet. Candidates must note that Bar Council of India is likely to publish the AIBE CoP in next few weeks.
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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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To download the AIBE 21 answer key-
Visit the BCI website.
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Now, click on the AIBE XXI Answer Key tab.
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BCI will release the AIBE provisional and final answer key online. Candidates can use their registered email address and password to access the answer key.
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No, you can not appear for AIBE Exam if you don't have a hall ticket. AIBE Exam is conducted in pen-and-paper mode. Candidates can not appear in any other mode. Candidates can print the admit card by visiting allindiabarexamination.com in case they loose their hall ticket.
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The Bar Council of India conducts the All India Bar Examination. The exam is held to award the Certificate of Practice to law graduates. The BCI handles all aspects of the exam, including the syllabus, exam pattern, and registration, which is available on allindiabarexamination.com.
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The AIBE syllabus is considered moderate in difficulty, focusing on fundamental legal concepts rather than complex, specialised knowledge. However, since it is no more the open-book exam, candidates have huge syllabus to cover.
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No. As per the BCI rules, candidates can not practice in the court of law until they have a certificate of practice. The CoP will be issued only to those who clear the AIBE Exam.
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While filling the AIBE Application Form, candidates will have an option to select the language they wish to appear in. The AIBE Exam will be held in 23 languages, including English. Candidates can select the language as per their choice before the application process is over.
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The AIBE exam includes 100 objective-type, multiple-choice questions on 19 subjects. The exam is split into Category-I and Category-II (allied, low-weightage) areas. Key sections include Constitutional Law, IPC/BNS, CrPC/BNSS, CPC, Evidence Act/BSA, Family Law, Professional Ethics, and Environmenta
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