AIBE FAQs 2026 - All India Bar Examination Frequently Asked Questions

AIBE XXI: Overview

AIBE XXI: Important Dates

AIBE FAQs 2026: General Queries

Question: Why is AIBE conducted?

Answer. The All India Bar Exam is a certificate-based examination. The qualified candidates receive a Certificate of Practice (CoP) which allows them to practice law under various courts in India.

Question. Can someone practice law without appearing in the AIBE exam?

Answer. No, it is mandatory to clear the AIBE to practice law.

Question. How many times does the BCI conduct AIBE?

Answer. The All India Bar Examination is usually conducted twice a year.

Question. Can someone appear in the bar examination without a law degree?

Answer. No, the candidate must have an LLB degree to become eligible for the All India Bar Exam.

Question. If a candidate registers for the AIBE but fails to appear for the test, does she/he have to register for the next AIBE again?

Answer. Yes, if candidates register for the exam but do not take the test, they have to register for the next AIBE again.

Question. Do I need to enrol to appear in the AIBE 2026?

Answer. Candidates must enrol themselves as advocates with the State Bar Council to appear for the AIBE 2026.

Question. In how many cities does BCI conduct the AIBE exam?

Answer. The BCI conducts the exam in 55 cities with 140 centres.

Question. Is AIBE an open-book exam?

Answer. AIBE is not an open-book exam. However, candidates are allowed to carry bare acts without notes to take the exam.

Question. I graduated with a law degree in 2008, do I need to take the AIBE?

Answer. No, candidates who completed their law graduation before the academic year 2009-2010 do not need to clear the AIBE.

AIBE 2026 Frequently Asked Questions on Eligibility Criteria

Question. What is the required age for taking AIBE?

Answer. There is no age limit for appearing in the AIBE 2026.

Question. What are the qualifying marks required to appear in the AIBE 2026?

Answer. The candidate must have a law degree. There are no qualifying marks required for graduation to appear in the AIBE 2026.

Question. It's been more than 3 years since I registered with the State Bar Council, do I need to register again to appear in AIBE 2026?

Answer. Once the candidates enrol with the State Bar Council as an advocate, they can take as many AIBE exams as required. However, according to a notification released by the BCI, the advocate who doesn’t clear the AIBE within two years of enrollment with the State Bar Council will be barred from practising law.

Question. What is the educational qualification required for AIBE 2026?

Answer. The candidate must have completed their 3-year LLB or 5-year LLB degree from a recognised university.

Question. If a candidate fails to clear the AIBE exam, can he/she appear for the exam again?

Answer. There are no limits to the number of attempts to take the AIBE. If a candidate is not able to clear the AIBE, he/she can take the exam again.

AIBE Registration 2026 Frequently Asked Questions

Question. How should I register for AIBE?

Answer. Candidates can visit the official website, allindiabarexamination.com, and then click on the registration link. The registration link will lead to a page where candidates have to fill out all the required details.

Question. When will BCI release the application form for AIBE XXI?

Answer. The BCI has released the AIBE XXI application form 2026 on February 11, 2026. Candidates can visit the official website of BCI, barcouncilofindia.org, to fill out the form

Question. Do I have to fill out the OTP that I received during the registration process?

Answer. Yes, the candidates must mention both the OTP that they receive on their registered mobile number and email address. The OTP will consist of only three digits.

Question. What is the registration fee for AIBE 2026?

Answer. The AIBE registration fee is Rs. 3500 for the general category and OBC, and Rs. 2500 for the reserved categories.

AIBE Registration Fee

Question. In how many languages is the AIBE exam conducted?

Answer. The AIBE is conducted in 11 languages. Candidates can choose their preferred language for the exam. The languages are English, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Marathi, Bengali, Gujarati, and Oriya.

Question. Can candidates choose their preferred exam centre for the AIBE XXI exam?

Answer. The exam is conducted in approximately 55 cities with 140 exam centres. While filling out the application form the candidates are asked to select three preferred exam centres. The exam centre will be allotted to candidates based on their preference and availability of seats.

Question. I am not able to receive OTP on my phone for AIBE registration, what should I do?

Answer. If a candidate is unable to receive the OTP for AIBE registration, then the candidate should try using a different phone number or restart the device.

AIBE 2026 Frequently Asked Questions on Exam Pattern

Question. What is the duration of the All India Bar Examination?

Answer. The total duration of the AIBE is 3 hours and 30 minutes.

Question. What are the passing marks for the AIBE exam?

Answer. A candidate should score at least 45% to clear the AIBE exam. For the SC and ST categories, the qualifying marks are 40%.

Question. How many subjects are there in the AIBE exam?

Answer. There are a total of 19 subjects in the AIBE exam syllabus. The syllabus of the exam is mentioned below

AIBE 2026 syllabus

Question. What type of questions are asked in the AIBE exam?

Answer. In the AIBE exam, multiple-choice questions are asked.

Question. Is there any negative marking in the AIBE exam?

Answer. There is no provision for negative marking in the AIBE exam. A total of 100 questions are asked and each question carries one mark.

Question. Is there any uniform that a candidate should wear to appear in the AIBE exam?

Answer. There is no dress code or uniform to take the AIBE exam. Candidates should wear something comfortable on the day of the examination.

AIBE 2026 Frequently Asked Questions About Admit Card

Question. How to download the admit card for the AIBE exam 2026?

Answer. To download the AIBE admit card, candidates have to follow the below-given instructions:

• Visit the official website of AIBE

• Click on the link of “admit card’

• Log in with the login credentials

• The admit card will be displayed on the screen

Question. What if I am not able to download the admit card for the AIBE exam?

Answer. The candidate should try to delete all the cookies and browsing history and then try to download the admit card again.

Question. What are the details mentioned in the admit card of AIBE?

Answer. Candidates can find the following details in the admit card of AIBE:

• Name of the candidate.

• Father’s/Husband’s name

• Enrolment no.

• Category

• Name of the exam centre

• Address of the allotted exam centre.

• Date and timings of AIBE exam.

• Reporting time

• Important exam-day instructions

Question. Is carrying an admit card mandatory for the AIBE exam?

Answer. Yes, the admit card is an important document to carry to the exam centre for the AIBE exam. If the candidates fail to bring the admit card, their entry can be denied.

AIBE 2026 Frequently Asked Questions About Results

Question. How do I check my AIBE results?

Answer. Candidates who appeared in the exam can check their AIBE results on the official website.

Question. Does BCI release the answer key for the AIBE exam?

Answer. Yes, the BCI releases the AIBE answer key on its official website. Candidates can check and download the answer-key pdf without logging in to the portal.

Question. Does the Bar Council of India release the scorecards of the AIBE exam?

Answer. No, the BCI does not release the scorecards of the AIBE exam. Candidates who appear in the examination only see if they have “Passed” or “Failed”.

Question. How do I get an AIBE certificate?

Answer. Candidates have to clear the AIBE exam to get the Certificate of Practice (CoP), which allows them to practice law in the courts in India.

Question. What is the official website of AIBE?

Answer. The official website of AIBE is - allindiabarexamination.com

Question. What were the cut-off marks for AIBE VIII?

Answer. Through a notification, BCI withdrew 7 out of 100 questions in the AIBE VIII exam. Therefore, the result was calculated based on 93 questions. The cut-off marks of AIBE VIII are mentioned below

AIBE VIII cut-off marks

Question. Has anyone failed the AIBE exam?

Answer. Many students who appear in the AIBE exam fail to clear the test. However, such candidates can take the exam again as there is no limit on the number of attempts that a candidate can take.

Question. What happens after clearing AIBE?

Answer. After clearing the exam, the qualified candidates receive the AIBE Certificate of Practice (CoP). According to the BCI, after receiving the CoP, candidates can practice law and attend court hearings in any tribunal courts and administrative bodies.

Question. What happens if AIBE is not cleared?

Answer. Nothing happens if someone is not able to clear the AIBE exam. Candidates can take the exam as many times till they clear the exam.

Question. Can an advocate practice without the AIBE exam?

Answer. No, an advocate cannot practice law in India without clearing the AIBE exam.

Question. Can I practice law without passing the bar?

Answer. No. To be licensed to practice law, it is compulsory that students must pass the bar exam.