AIBE 20 New Syllabus 2025: Subject-wise Details and Marks Distribution

AIBE 20 New Syllabus 2025: Subject-wise Details and Marks Distribution

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AIBE Application Date:29 Sep' 25 - 28 Oct' 25

Sansar Singh ChhikaraUpdated on 27 Sep 2025, 06:33 PM IST

The All India Bar Examination (AIBE XX/20) 2025 is conducted by the Bar Council of India. AIBE is a mandatory qualifying exam for law graduates desiring to practice law in India. The examination checks practical knowledge of core subjects taught in the LLB curriculum. The AIBE exam syllabus carries 19 law subjects, including three newly introduced laws: Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita, Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bhartiya Sakshya Adhiniyam. Successful candidates receive a Certificate of Practice, enabling them to practice in the courts across the country.

AIBE 20 New Syllabus 2025: Subject-wise Details and Marks Distribution
AIBE 20 New Syllabus 2025

AIBE XX (20) Exam Pattern 2025

As per the AIBE 2025 exam pattern, there are a total of 100 questions in the exam. Students can attempt the AIBE examination 2025 in English or regional languages. As per a Supreme Court judgment, students in their final year of LLB or BA LLB are also eligible to appear. They do not need an enrolment certificate from a State Bar Council at the time of the exam.

AIBE 2025 Exam Pattern

Particulars

Details

Exam mode

Offline (pen-paper-based, OMR format)

Exam duration

3 hours 30 minutes

Number of questions

100 (all MCQs)

Total marks

100

Marking scheme

1 mark per correct answer; no negative marking

Subjects covered

19 law topics, with Constitutional Law, CrPC, and CPC carrying the highest weightage

Minimum passing marks

45% (General/OBC), 40% (SC/ST)

Application fee

Rs 3,560 (General/OBC), Rs 2,560 (SC/ST)

AIBE XX (20) 2025 Examination Syllabus

The AIBE XX 2025 syllabus is designed to ensure candidates are familiar with the core laws, procedural codes, and professional ethics. Given the exam's broad scope, candidates must study the subjects according to their marks’ weightage. Below are the 19 subjects, along with their mark distribution out of 100 and syllabus highlights.

AIBE XX (20) 2025 Subject-wise Syllabus and Marks Distribution

Subject

Marks (out of 100)

Detailed syllabus

Constitutional Law

10

History of the Constitution, fundamental rights, union & territory, centre–state relations, emergency provisions, amendment process, judiciary system

CrPC & Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita

10

Criminal courts & jurisdiction, court powers, bail rules, arrest procedures, trial stages, sentencing, major features of Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita

CPC (Code of Civil Procedure)

10

Filing civil suits, res judicata, framing of issues, hearing & evidence, decrees, appeals, interim orders, High Court rule-making

IPC & Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita

8

Key IPC sections, overview of Bhartiya Nyay Sanhita, classification of crimes, punishments, private defence, offences against the state & individuals, landmark cases

Evidence Act & Bhartiya Sakshya Adhiniyam

8

Relevance of facts, admissions, confessions, estoppel, documentary & oral evidence, burden of proof, expert opinion, witness rules, Bhartiya Sakshya Adhiniyam provisions

Alternative Dispute Redressal incl. Arbitration Act

4

Arbitration process, conciliation, mediation, tribunal powers, enforcement of arbitral awards, dispute resolution methods

Family Law

8

Hindu marriage rules, sources of Hindu law, guardianship, succession & inheritance, maintenance provisions

Public Interest Litigation (PIL)

4

Nature & scope, judicial activism, types of PIL, procedure, judiciary’s role in public interest

Administrative Law

3

Scope & nature, judicial review, powers & functions of administrative authorities, tribunals

Professional Ethics & BCI Misconduct Rules

4

Duties of lawyers, BCI professional conduct rules, types of misconduct, and Supreme Court rulings

Company Law

2

Company incorporation, shareholder rights, company management, SEBI Act, FEMA provisions

Environmental Law

2

Key environmental protection acts, international treaties, pollution control laws, biodiversity & sustainable development

Cyber Law

2

Cybercrimes, IT Act, e-contracts, offences & penalties, UNCITRAL model law on e-commerce

Labour & Industrial Laws

4

Industrial Disputes Act, Trade Union Act, Minimum Wages Act, worker rights & welfare legislations

Law of Torts incl. Motor Vehicle Act & Consumer Protection

5

Principles of tort, negligence, vicarious liability, Motor Vehicles Act, and consumer protection provisions

Taxation Law

4

Income Tax Act, GST framework, Customs & Excise duties, direct & indirect taxes

Contract, Specific Relief, Property Laws, Negotiable Instruments Act

8

Contract formation & breach, bailment, pledge, specific contracts, remedies under the Specific Relief Act, negotiable instruments

Land Acquisition Act

2

Process of acquisition, compensation rules, notifications, land use for public/private purposes

Intellectual Property Laws

2

Basics of copyright, trademarks, patents, geographical indications & protection mechanisms

AIBE 2025 Exam Notification Out

The BCI has released the official notification for the AIBE XX (20) 2025 on September 26, 2025. The notification provides all the necessary details including the exam date, online registration date, correction window last date, and admit card release details.

Particulars

Dates / Details

Notification release date

26 September 2025

Online registration starts

29 September 2025

Online registration ends

28 October 2025

Payment window

29 September – 29 October 2025

Last date for correction

31 October 2025

Admit card release

15 November 2025

Exam date

30 November 2025

Conducting authority

Bar Council of India (BCI) Trust

Exam mode

Offline (OMR-based)

Official website

www.allindiabarexamination.com

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No, a person cannot practice law in India without passing the All-India Bar Examination (AIBE). After completing an LLB degree from a recognized university, a law graduate must enroll with a State Bar Council and must clear the AIBE exam conducted by the Bar Council of India. Only after passing the exam, the advocate receives a Certificate of Practice , which allows him or her to practice law in any court in India.

So, without clearing AIBE, one cannot legally appear or argue in court.

Tip - Prepare well and be a successful lawyer.

Hello, Here is a clear and simple breakdown of who is eligible for the AIBE 20 (All India Bar Examination).

To be eligible for AIBE 20, you essentially need to have completed two main steps after your schooling:

  • You must have a 3-year LL.B degree or a 5-year integrated LL.B degree (like B.A. LL.B, B.Com LL.B, etc.). The most important part is that your degree must be from a college or university that is recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI).
  • After you get your law degree, you cannot directly apply for the AIBE. You must first enroll as an Advocate with your respective State Bar Council. Once you enroll, you will get a unique enrollment number. This enrollment number is required to register for the AIBE 20 exam.

In short, the only people who can apply for AIBE 20 are those who have already graduated with a law degree and have also officially registered themselves as advocates with a State Bar Council.

Hello dear candidate,

the previous year question papers and last ten years question paper for AIBE exam is given in the link given below:-

https://law.careers360.com/articles/aibe-19-exam-2024-download-past-10-years-question-papers-pdf

I hope you find this helpful.

Thank you.

Whether or not signing your full name instead of your signature on the AIBE 19 answer booklet's self-declaration form would result in disqualification is uncertain. It depends on the specific rules and regulations of the AIBE examination and how strictly they are enforced, you can also check the official website or contact the concerned authorities.

Hello,

If you forgot to mention the booklet code in your AIBE 2024 application, follow these steps:

  1. Check for Edit Option : Log in to the AIBE portal and verify if there is an option to edit or update your application details.
  2. Contact Helpdesk : Reach out to the AIBE helpline or email support to explain the issue and request assistance for correcting the booklet code.
  3. Documentation : Keep a copy of your application form and any communication for future reference.
  4. Stay Updated : Monitor the official AIBE website for any updates or instructions regarding this issue.

Act promptly to avoid complications.

Hope it helps !