The Bar Council of India Trust (PEARL-FIRST) has officially announced the schedule for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE-XX), which is set to be conducted on November 30, 2025. The notification, issued on September 26, 2025, outlines the key dates and deadlines related to the examination process.
The AIBE is a mandatory certification exam for law graduates aspiring to practice law in India. It tests a candidate’s basic knowledge of law and ensures their eligibility to be enrolled as advocates across the country.
Key Dates for AIBE-XX:
- Online Registration Opens: September 29, 2025
- Payment Window Opens: September 29, 2025
- Online Registration Closes: October 28, 2025
- Last Date for Online Payments: October 29, 2025
- Last Date for Correction in Registration Form: October 31, 2025
- Admit Card Release: November 15, 2025
- Date of Examination: November 30, 2025
The notification also specifies the passing criteria:
- 45% for General and OBC candidates
- 40% for SC, ST, and disabled candidates
Significance of AIBE
The All India Bar Examination is considered one of the most crucial assessments for fresh law graduates. Without clearing the AIBE, candidates are not allowed to practice in courts despite having a law degree. The exam ensures that advocates have a minimum level of competence in legal knowledge before entering the profession.
Official Statement
The notification, signed by Ashok Kumar Pandey, Secretary of the Bar Council of India and officiating secretary of the Bar Council of India Trust (PEARL FIRST), emphasizes the importance of adhering to deadlines and encourages candidates to complete the registration process within the stipulated timeline.
Next Steps for Candidates
Law graduates planning to appear for AIBE-XX are advised to:
- Begin the registration process promptly from September 29, 2025.
- Ensure that the application details are accurate, as corrections can only be made until October 31, 2025.
- Download admit cards from November 15, 2025, and prepare accordingly for the exam on November 30.
The announcement brings clarity to thousands of aspiring advocates who were awaiting confirmation of the AIBE-XX schedule. With this, preparations for the crucial qualifying exam are set to intensify across the country.
