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AIBE 22 Syllabus 2026: Subject-Wise Topics, Marks Distribution
The Bar Council of India (BCI) specifies the AIBE 22 syllabus on its official website. The syllabus specifies the subjects covered in the exam, the expected number of questions from each subject, and the overall marks distribution. The AIBE XXII exam assesses the candidate’s legal knowledge and preparation to practice law in India. The AIBE 22 syllabus includes 19 subjects. There are a total of 100 multiple-choice questions in the AIBE XXII exam. Candidates get 3 hours and 30 minutes to finish the exam. The AIBE exam is an important licensing exam in India for aspiring lawyers to obtain the Certificate of Practice (CoP).
AIBE 22 Syllabus
Topic/ Subject | Number of Questions |
10 | |
I. P. C. (Indian Penal Code) & (New) Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita | 8 |
Cr. P. C. (Criminal Procedure Code) & (New) Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita | 10 |
C. P. C. (Code of Civil Procedure) | 10 |
Evidence Act & (New) Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam | 8 |
4 | |
8 | |
Public Interest Litigation | 4 |
Administration Law | 3 |
Professional Ethics & Cases of Professional Misconduct under Bar Council of India Rules | 4 |
Company Law | 2 |
2 | |
2 | |
4 | |
Law of Tort, including Motor Vehicle Act and Consumer Protection Law | 5 |
Law related to Taxation | 4 |
Law of Contract, Specific Relief, Property Laws, Negotiable Instrument Act | 8 |
Land Acquisition Act | 2 |
2 | |
Total | 100 |
AIBE 22 Exam Pattern
The AIBE exam pattern outlines the mode of examination, duration, question type, and total marks. Candidates should check the official notification for any updates.
AIBE 22 Exam Pattern
Particulars | Details |
Mode of Exam | Offline (Pen-and-Paper) |
Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions |
Duration | 3 Hours 30 minutes |
Total number of questions | 100 |
Exam Centres | Multiple Cities Across India |
AIBE 22 Marking Scheme
There are 100 questions carrying one mark each. BCI does not deduct any marks for incorrect answers or unanswered questions. Candidates should attempt as many questions as possible to improve their chances of getting a good score.
AIBE XXII Marking Scheme 2026
Particulars | Details |
Number of questions | 100 |
Marks per question | 1 mark per question |
Total marks | 100 marks |
Negative marking | Nil |
AIBE 22 Passing Marks
Candidates are required to obtain at least the minimum marks to pass the AIBE XXII exam. General and OBC candidates are required to secure 45% of the total marks, which is 45 marks out of 100. Similarly, SC, ST, and PwD candidates are required to secure 40%, which is 40 marks out of 100. In case BCI removes any question after the objections are raised against the AIBE 22 answer key, the minimum marks will change, but not the AIBE 22 pass percentage.
AIBE XXII Pass Percentage
Category | Minimum Pass Percentage | Minimum Marks |
General/OBC | 45% | 45 out of 100 |
SC/ST/PwD | 40% | 40 out of 100 |
Best Books for AIBE 22 Preparation 2026
Candidates preparing for the AIBE 22 exam must make use of the preparatory books available. They must ensure that the books cover the AIBE 22 syllabus. The subject-wise books for preparation are detailed in the table below.
Best AIBE 22 Exam Books
AIBE Books | Author/Publication |
Civil Practice and Procedure Manual | Sarkar’s |
Criminal Manual | Universal’s |
Other Bare Acts | Universal Law Publishing Co Pvt Ltd. |
Constitution of India | Durga DasBasu |
Company Law and Practice | AK Majumdar/Dr GK Kapoor |
Civil Procedure with Limitation Act | CK Takwani |
Guide to All India Bar Examination | Universal’s |
Sure Success AIBE and JCJ | DV Rao |
All India Bar Examination Guide | Shambhu Prasad Choudhary |
The Constitution of India Bare Act | Universal’s |
Public International Law | VK Ahuja |
Human Rights | HO Agarwal |
Law Exam Times | PK Pandey |
AIBE Solved Papers (2011-2021) | Lovedeep Bangia |
Along with studying the AIBE 22 syllabus, candidates should regularly practise previous years' question papers and mock tests. Preparing from multiple sources helps in understanding the type of topics covered in the exam, the type of questions asked, exam difficulty, and other details.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What are the passing marks for the AIBE 22 exam?
A:
General and OBC candidates are required to secure 45% of the total marks, which is 45 marks out of 100 to pass the AIBE 22 exam. Similarly, SC, ST, and PwD candidates are required to secure 40%, which is 40 marks out of 100.
Q: How many attempts for AIBE 22 exam?
A:
Candidates are required to pass the AIBE 22 exam. For this they can attempt as many times as required to qualify the exam.
Q: What if I fail in AIBE 22 exam?
A:
Candidates who fail the AIBE 22 exam are required to reappear for the exam to get the Certificate of Practice. Without a CoP, candidates can not practice law in India.
Q: How many people fail in AIBE?
A:
As per the AIBE 20 statistics, 77,582 students failed the AIBE exam out of 1,74,386 students who appeared for the exam.
Q: Who is eligible for AIBE 22 exam?
A:
Candidates who have a 3-year LLB or five-year integrated LLB degree from an institute recognised by the BCI are eligible to apply. Final-year law students are also eligible to apply.
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The AIBE (All India Bar Examination) is conducted for law graduates seeking a Certificate of Practice to practice law in India. Solving previous years' question papers helps candidates understand the exam pattern, important legal topics, and question trends.
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