All India Bar Examination Exam

The All India Bar Examination were considered and approved by the Bar Council of India at its meeting held on 30th April, 2010, wherein it was decided by the Council that the examination shall be mandatory for all law students graduating from the academic year 2009-2010 onwards, and that candidates may apply to appear in the examination only after enrolling as advocates under section 24 of the Advocates Act, 1961.

The Objective of the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) is to examine an advocate's capability of practice the profession of law in India. The AIBE will assess skills at a basic level, and is intended to set a minimum benchmark for admission to the practice law; it addresses a candidate's analytical abilities and understanding basic knowledge of law. After passing the examination candidate will be awarded "Certificate of Practice" by the Bar Council of India.

AIBE is certification exam conducted twice a year by Bar Council of India of law graduates willing to start practice of profession as Lawyer. The exam is conducted in 50 cities having 140 centres as a open book. Candidates will have 23 languages to choose for attempting the examination.

The Bar Council of India (BCI) has issued the timetable for the 19th Qualification test for Indian Nationals. All applicants with a legal degree from a foreign university are eligible to take the BCI 19th Qualificaton test. The dates of the BCI XIX (19) qualifying exams hve been revealed, The exam will be held in the month December, 2024. The Bar Council of India is located at 21, Rouse Avenue, Institutional Area, New-Delhi-110002. The BCI XIX (19) Exam will be held from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Candidates should be aware that the paper will be three hours long and worth 100 marks, according to the BCI Qualifying exam format 2024.

Candidates will be authorised to bring bare actions and books, including question answer guides, notes, and others, inside the exam venue.

AIBE XIX (19) 2024 Exam Postponed again on 22 Deccember, 2024

All India Bar Examination XIX (19) 2024 Exam date has been revised again to 22 December, 2024 by - The Bar Council of India. The AIBE XIX (19) Deadline for the registration & fee payment has been extended to 15 to 22 November, 2024. According to BCI Notice issued on 25 October, 2024 that AIBE XIX (19) has been rescheduled on 22 Deccember, 2024. Candidates who are interested can now start submitting the application on the official website - allindiabarexamination.com. Earlier, the AIBE XIX (19) Exam was scheduled on 01 December, 2024 and now it will held on 22 December, 2024 and last date for the registration will be 15 to 22 November, 2024.

Candidates can click here to registration for AIBE XIX (19) Exam 2024

Revised Scheduled Dates for AIBE XIX (19) Exam 2024

NOTE: Please note that the passing percentage is fixed at 45% for GEN / OBC Candidates and at 40% for SC / ST and Disabled Candidates.

BCI Official Notice

"For Candidates who have appeared in the examination previously and have one or two or more subject papers to clear, this examination is giving an opportunity of re-examination to all those candidates, who have not cleared all the papers in the previous exam, "according to the official press release.

These candidates will only be needed to appear in that topic paper.

AIBE - All India Bar Examination Exam Highlights 

BCI has released the AIBE XIX (19) 2024 Notification

The Bard Council of India has scheduled the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) XIX (19th) 2024.  The AIBE XIX (19th) Exam will be held on 01 December, 2024 and the exam will be held from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Interested and qualified applicants who have not yet applied for the AIBE can do so online at https://www.allindiabarexamination.com/. To guarantee a seamless registration process, aspirant lawyers should keep these dates in mind.

The BCI has revealed the passing percentages for several applicant categories. Those in the general & OBC Categories must have at least 45% while those in the SC, ST and Disabled categories must get at least 40%.

The AIBE test will include 100 multiple-choice questions on contitutional law, civil law, criminal law, procedural law, and professional ethics. Please check the official AIBE website for further details. The BCI is dedicated to maintaining the highest levels of legal education & practice.

The AIBE is administered twice per year, between May & November. Typically, exam results are available with a few weeks. The BCI issues a certificate of practice to law graduates who pass the AIBE. This credentials is essential for law graduates in India to practice in any court.

THe AIBE is a three-and-a-half-hour multiple-choice exam. Civil Law, Criminal Law, Constitutional Law, & procedural law are among the topics covered by the exam.

The syllabus for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) is based on the disciplines taught at Indian Law Schools. Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Civil Law, Procedural Law, Evidence Law, Contract Law, Tort Law, Family Law, Environment Law, Administrative Law, and Alternative dispute resolution are among thte topics covered in the syllabus.

Steps to Register for the AIBE XIX (19) 2024:

Candidates can follow the instructions below to apply online:

Step 1: Visit the official site of AIBE at allindiabarexamination.com.

Step 2: Click on AIBE XIX 2024 link available on the home page.

Step 3: Register yourself and click on submit.

Step 4: Login to the account with the credentials.

Step 5: Fill in the application form and make the payment of application fees.

Step 6: Once done, upload the necessary documents and click on submit.

Step 7: Download the page and keep a hard copy of the same for further need.

Step 8: Keep a hard copy of the same for further need.

AIBE XIX (19) Exam Process 2024

The All India Bar Examination is administered by the Bar Council of India in the following manner:

Step 1: Apply for AIBE 19 Exam

Candidates must first apply for the AIBE Exam online using the BCI's official website. The AIBE Application process is divided into three stages: Registration, Application Form Completion, and Application fee payment. The AIBE application cost is INR 3,560 for the General, OBC, Gen-PwD, and OBC-PwD Categories, and INR 2,560 for the SC, CT, SC-PwD, and ST-PwD Categories. Fees can be paid in two ways: online (By Netbanking, Debit Card or Credit Card) or offline (via Bank Challan).

Step 2: Download the AIBE 19 Admit Card

AINE Admit Cards will be distributed to all applicants who have successfully submitted the AIBE 19 Application Form.

They must use their registration ID & password to download the admission card from the BCI's Official website. AIBE 19 Admission Card will include all relevant exam information such as test date, time, centre address, and so on.

Step 3: Appear for AIBE (19) Exam

Candidates must take the exam at the designated AIBE Test centres.  Previously, AIBE was an open book examination, which allowed candidates to bring their own study materials, such as books, notes, and so on, inside the exam hall. However, Beginning in 2021, AIBE will no longer be an open-book exam. Candidates can only perform Bare Acts without the use of short notes.

Step 4:Check AIBE Answer Key

After the exam, BCI Posts the AIBE Answer Key on its official website for applicants to review. The Council first issues a proivsional answer key for the exam, followed by the final answer key. Candidates can obtain an accurate estimate of their exam score by using the AIBE Answer Key.

Step 5: Check AIBE Result

BCI Announces AIBE Results on its own website after the final answer way is released. Candidates can access their AIBE exam results by entering their roll number and date of birth on the official website.

Step 6: Get AIBE Certificate of Practice (CoP).

Finally, Individuals who pass the bar exams are given a Certificate of Practice. The BCI notifies qualified candidates when COP is available, following which they can receive if from their state bar councils.

AIBE XIX (19) 2024 Eligibility Criteria 

Candidates who wish to complete in AIBE must also meet the eligibility conditions for obtaining COP. The following are some of the primary features of the AIBE 2024 eligiblity criteria:

Candidates must have obtained their LLB degree from a recognized university in India, with at least 45% for general candidates and 40% for SC/ST/PwD Candidates.

Aspirant must have graduated from law school at least three years prior to the examination date.

A candidate must be provisionally registered as an advocate with their respective state bar councils. Enrollment in the State Bar Council is required for AIBE eligibility.

Candidates who are taking the AIBE Test for the first time must ensure that they meet the BCI's eligibility requirements. If an applicant is determined to be ineligible at any point during the process, their application will be rejected, and their exam fee will not be returned. As a result, before applying for the AIBE Exam, It is critical to thoroughly understand the eligibility conditions. Candidates who are not registed with the State Bar Council as an advocate will be unable to apply for AIBE 2024.

AIBE XIX (19) Registration 2024

AIBE XIX (19) Application Form 2024-25 will be made available by BCI soon. Interested candidates who satisfy the eligibility conditions will be allowed to apply online for the AIBE exam through the official portal www.allindiabarexamination.com. It is mandatory to enrol with their state bar council before kick-starting the AIBE registration 2024. Aspirants should pay Rs 3,500/- as the registration fee to submit the application fee.

AIBE XIX (19) 2024 Application Fee :

Candidates who have registered or enrolled for the AIBE XIX (19) 2024 Need to pay the registration fee for their below cagtegories as below:

Things to Keep in Mind

Bring the following documents to the examination:

Admit Cards

Photographic Identification (Passport/Aadhar)

Original marksheets, diplomas, and other essential documentation

Prohibited Items in the exam room:

Except for specialised papers on the Constitution of India, Contract Law, Negotiable Instruments Act, and Company Law, Candidates are not permitted to bring bare acts or books (Including Question-answer guides and notes).

Devices and forbidden materials must be submitted:

Before the exam, all candidates must turn in their smartphones, watches, and any internet-connected devices.

Prohibited items should also be submitted, such as bare acts, books, guidebooks, and unauthorised notes.

AIBE Helpdesk 

In case of any queries, candidates can contact the helpline number between Monday and Saturday (10 A.M to 5 P.M) - 011-49225000, 9555089314, 9555076241, 9555092448, 6263178414, 6352601288.One can E-Mail at [email protected]

BCI Releases Certificate of Practice (COP) for AIBE-XVIII Candidates

The Bar Council of India (BCI) has released the Certificate of Practice (COP) for candidates who passed the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) XVIII has beend dispatched to all State Bar Councils, Except for Karnataka State Bar Council.Candidates are advised to take their COPs from their respective State Bar Council soon.

For any queries or assistance regarding the collection process, please contact your respective State Bar Councils directly.Please note that the COP of candidates under the Karnataka State Bar Council will be released soon.A separate notificaton will be issued once they are available.

AIBE 19 (XIX) Result Out

The Bar Council of India (BCI) has officially released the AIBE 19 (XIX) Result 2024 on March 21, 2025.Candidates who appeared for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) on December 22, 2024, can now check their results online through the official website - allindiabarexamination.com

How to Check AIBE 19 Result 2024?

Follow these simple steps to access your result:

1.Visit the official website - Go to allindiabarexamination.com

2.Click on the AIBE XIX Result 2024"option on the homepage.

3.Enter your credentials - Provide your Roll Number and Date of Birth as per your admit card.

4.Submit and View your Result - Click the 'Submit' button, and your result will be displayed on the screen.

5.Download the Print - Save a copy of the result for future reference.