The Bar Council of India (BCI) is anticipated to release the official notification for the 20th edition of the All India Bar Examination (AIBE 20) by this week, according to industry reports. Last year, the notification was issued on September 23, 2024, with the exam held in December. As a mandatory certification for law graduates aiming to practice in Indian courts, the AIBE remains a crucial milestone for aspiring advocates across the country.
Sources suggest that the AIBE 2025 examination will be conducted in the second or third week of December. The official notification will provide comprehensive information on eligibility criteria, the syllabus, exam instructions, important dates, and the detailed registration process.
Candidates should monitor the official websites — allindiabarexamination.com and barcouncilofindia.org — where the notification will be made available in PDF format under the “Notifications” or “Latest Updates” section once published.
Eligibility Criteria for AIBE 20
To apply for AIBE 20, candidates must have:
- An LLB degree from a recognised law institution.
- Enrollment with a State Bar Council.
It is important to note that final-year law students are not eligible to apply.
Registration Process for AIBE 20
Once the notification is released, candidates can follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the official AIBE website: allindiabarexamination.com.
- Create an account by providing login credentials.
- Complete the application form by entering personal, contact, and academic details.
- Upload essential documents, including the enrolment certificate, degree or academic transcripts, a valid photo ID, recent passport-sized photographs, and a digital signature.
- Pay the prescribed application fee.
- Submit the application form for confirmation.
Exam Pattern and Passing Criteria
AIBE 20 will be a 100-mark objective-type examination covering key legal subjects such as:
- Constitutional Law
- Indian Penal Code
- Intellectual Property Law
- Evidence Act
- Family Law
- Administrative Law
- Cyber Law
- Taxation Law
- Contract Law
- Specific Relief Act
- Property Law
- Negotiable Instruments Act
- Land Acquisition Act
For successful certification:
- Candidates from the General and OBC categories must secure 45% marks.
- Candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwD categories require 40% marks to pass.
Law graduates planning to enrol as advocates and practice in Indian courts are advised to stay updated for the official announcement and complete the registration process promptly when the notification goes live.
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