AIBE (20) Exam 2025 Notification: The Bar Council of India (BCI) is preparing to release the official notification for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) 20, expected very soon. This upcoming announcement will contain essential details such as the exam schedule, registration process, and eligibility requirements for aspiring advocates across India. Graduates who aim to earn their Certificate of Practice (CoP) must qualify in this national-level law examination.
AIBE 20 Notification 2025: What To Expect
The formal notification for AIBE 20 is anticipated on the official All India Bar Examination website (allindiabarexamination.com) in the coming days. Candidates will find critical information regarding:
- AIBE 20 Exam Dates
- Online Registration Window
- Application Process and Fees
- Eligibility Criteria
- Syllabus and Exam Pattern
Candidates are advised to download and review the full notification PDF once it is published.
AIBE 20 Exam Date and Timings
While the exact exam date for AIBE 20 is yet to be announced, the exam is likely scheduled for September or December 2025. Once notified, further details regarding exam locations and admit card release will follow. The AIBE 20 will be administered in offline, pen-and-paper mode and will last three and a half hours, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Eligibility Criteria
To appear for AIBE 20, candidates must:
- Hold an LLB degree (three-year or five-year course) from a recognized university
- Be enrolled with any state bar council
- There is no upper age limit for the exam
Registration Process
The step-by-step application process includes:
- Visit allindiabarexamination.com when the registration window opens
- Click on the “AIBE 20 Registration” link and fill out relevant personal and academic details
- Submit the application, after which a registration number and password will be sent via email and SMS
- Log in and pay the application fee online (fee structure: INR 3,500 for General/OBC/Gen-PWD/OBC-PWD, INR 2,500 for SC/ST/SC-PWD/ST-PWD candidates)
- Download and print the confirmation for future reference
Exam Syllabus and Pattern
The AIBE 20 syllabus comprises core legal subjects, such as:
- Constitutional Law
- Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) and Civil Procedure Code (CPC)
- Law of Contract, Property Law, Negotiable Instruments Act, and more
- IPC, Evidence Act, Family Law, Law of Torts, Consumer Protection Laws, etc.
Questions are objective type, and the exam will be held in 11 regional languages, including English. Candidates are permitted to carry Bare Acts (with limited short notes) to the exam hall.
Important Documents
Applicants should keep digital copies of their recent photograph and signature ready as per the specified guidelines before registration.
Key Dates (To Be Announced)
- Start of Application
- Last Date of Registration
- Application Correction Window
- Admit Card Release
- Exam Date
- Answer Key Release
- Result Declaration
All important updates will be posted on the official AIBE website and associated platforms. Candidates are also encouraged to track educational news sites for timely alerts.
Exam Analysis and Trends
Historically, the AIBE has ranged from easy to moderate in difficulty. The Bar Council has announced intentions to make the exam parameters stricter, so this year’s test may be slightly tougher with a stronger focus on core legal subjects and current events in law.
Additional Information
- Candidates will get their specified exam centre choice during registration; changes to test centre are not allowed once allotted
- Question papers include 100 objective questions distributed across main law topics
- Those who clear the exam will be granted a Certificate of Practice by the BCI
Summary
With the AIBE 20 notification imminent, law graduates are advised to prepare documents in advance and monitor the official portals for updates on the application process and key dates. Success in AIBE 20 is essential for practicing law in India and obtaining the mandatory Certificate of Practice from BCI.
