AIBE 21 (XXI) Application Form 2026 is Open Now
The Bar Council of India (BCI) started online registration on February 11, 2026, and the last date to apply is April 30, 2026. The AIBE XXI exam will be held on June 7, 2026, in offline pen-and-paper mode. Law graduates (3-year or 5-year LL.B from BCI-recognised institutions) must qualify for this exam to obtain the Certificate of Practice and start practising law in India.
AIBE 21 (XXI) 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | All India Bar Examination XXI (AIBE 21) |
| Conducting Body | Bar Council of India (BCI) |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen & Paper – OMR Sheet) |
| Exam Date | June 7, 2026 |
| Application Start Date | February 11, 2026 (Open) |
| Application Last Date | April 30, 2026 |
| Official Website | allindiabarexamination.com |
AIBE 21 (XXI) Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | February 11, 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | April 30, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | May 1, 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | May 3, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | May 22, 2026 |
| AIBE 21 Exam Date | June 7, 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key (Expected) | Mid-June 2026 |
AIBE 21 (XXI) Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Must have passed 3-year LL.B or 5-year LL.B from a Bar Council of India (BCI) recognised university or college.
- Final-year or final-semester LL.B students without any backlogs are eligible.
- No minimum percentage of marks is required.
- No upper or lower age limit.
- Candidates must be eligible for enrolment with a State Bar Council (or already enrolled) to receive the Certificate of Practice after qualifying AIBE.
- Indian citizens and OCI/PIO candidates with Indian LL.B degree are eligible.
Candidates who have passed but not yet received their degree or enrolment certificate can apply with an undertaking (check official notification for details).
AIBE 21 Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹3,500 |
| SC / ST | ₹2,500 |
The fee is non-refundable and can be paid online through debit/credit card or net banking.
How to Apply for AIBE 21 (XXI) 2026 – Step-by-Step
- Visit the official website: allindiabarexamination.com.
- Click on the AIBE XXI Registration / Apply Online link.
- Register using your name, mobile number, and email ID to receive login credentials.
- Log in and fill in personal, educational, and contact details carefully.
- Upload scanned photograph and signature as per specifications.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Review all entered details and submit the form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Documents Required for AIBE 21 Application 2026
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Scanned signature
- LL.B marksheet / degree certificate (or undertaking for final-year students)
- State Bar Council enrolment certificate (if available; undertaking otherwise)
- Category certificate (SC/ST)
- Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Passport, etc.)
- All documents should be in PDF/JPG format (size usually below 1 MB)
AIBE 21 (XXI) Exam Pattern 2026
- Mode: Offline (OMR-based)
- Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Total Questions: 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Marking Scheme: +1 mark for each correct answer
- Negative Marking: No negative marking
- Qualifying Marks: 45% for General/OBC candidates; 40% for SC/ST candidates (subject to official confirmation)
The exam is conducted in multiple languages including English, Hindi, and regional languages.
AIBE 21 Syllabus 2026 Highlights
The syllabus covers 19 core law subjects with focus on practical knowledge and bare acts:
- Constitutional Law
- Indian Penal Code / Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
- Criminal Procedure Code / Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
- Evidence Act / Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam
- Civil Procedure Code
- Family Law, Contract Law, Law of Torts, Professional Ethics, Alternative Dispute Resolution, etc.
