BCI AIBE 20 Exam 2025: Latest News on Registration, Syllabus, and Schedule

What is AIBE 20?

• AIBE stands for All India Bar Examination.

• It is conducted by the Bar Council of India (BCI).

• Passing AIBE gives you the Certificate of Practice (CoP), which is needed to practise law in Indian courts.

• AIBE 20 (also called AIBE XX) is the 20th edition, coming in 2025.

Latest Update: What We Know So Far

• The official notification for AIBE 20 is not out yet, but it is expected very soon. ● It might be released around September-October 2025.

• The exam is likely to be held in December 2025. Some reports suggest 21st December as a tentative date.

• The notification will contain the exam date, registration period, eligibility, exam pattern & syllabus, and other key details.

Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Apply

Here are the basic requirements as per current information:

• Candidates must have completed LLB (either 3-year or 5-year programmes) from a recognised university. Final year students without any backlogs are also eligible.

• Must have enrollment with any State Bar Council. Even if not enrolled yet, some reports say candidates without enrollment certificate may apply, but may need to submit proof later.

• There is no age limit.

• There is no cap on the number of attempts.

Exam Pattern & Syllabus: What to Expect

Though full details will come in the notification, based on reports and past trends:

• The exam mode is offline (pen‐and‐paper).

• It will have 100 objective-type (multiple choice) questions. Total marks usually 100. One mark per question.

• Duration is about 3 hours 30 minutes.

• No negative marking is expected.

• Subjects include many important law topics: Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Civil Law (CPC), Criminal Procedure Code, Indian Penal Code, Evidence Act, Family Law, etc.

• The exam may be offered in multiple languages. Some reports say 11 languages; other reports list up to 22 regional options. Candidates will have to choose the test medium.

Fees & Important Tentative Dates

Here are what current reports suggest; these could change when the official notification comes.

Application Fee (expected based on reports):

• General / OBC / Gen-PWD / OBC-PWD categories: around ₹3,500 (excluding GST and bank charges)

• SC / ST / SC-PWD / ST-PWD categories: around ₹2,500 (excluding GST etc.)

Steps to Register: How to Apply

When the notification is out, here is how to register for AIBE 20:

1. Go to the official AIBE website: allindiabarexamination.com.

2. On the homepage look for “AIBE 20 Notification / Registration” link.

3. Click on it. Fill in registration form with basic details: name, email, mobile number, enrolment state, enrollment number, date of birth etc.

4. Verify registration (often via OTP or email).

5. Fill in the application form: personal details, academic history, test city preferences (pick few test centres), test medium language choice.

6. Upload required documents: photograph, signature etc., in the required format.

7. Pay application fee online using debit/credit card / netbanking etc.

8. After submission, save / download confirmation page. Keep login credentials safe for future steps (admit card, result etc.).

Also there might be a correction window: a short period after the form closes during which candidates can fix mistakes (name, address, test city etc.).

What to Do Now: How to Be Ready

Until the notification and registration open fully, candidates can prepare by:

• Checking if your law degree is complete (or final year without backlogs).

• Verifying your enrolment with State Bar Council; if not yet done, try to initiate it.

• Keeping required documents scanned and ready (photo, signature, degree certificate etc.).

• Deciding test city preferences (in case you need to travel).

• Choosing the language medium you want.

Official Link & Where to Watch for Updates

• The official website to watch is: allindiabarexamination.com.

• Notifications, PDFs, exam updates will be posted there.

• Also check the helpdesk / contact section on the official site for clarifications.

Summary

AIBE 20 (XX) is coming soon. The Bar Council of India will issue the notification likely around September-October 2025. The exam is expected in December 2025. If you are a law graduate (3-year or 5-year) and enrolled (or enrolling) with a State Bar Council, you will be eligible. The exam pattern will be offline, MCQ based, 100 questions, no negative marking.

Keep your documents ready, watch for official notices, and prepare accordingly.