Short Detail:
Bar Council of India (BCI) has invited online applications for All India Bar Examination AIBE XXII (22) 2026 . Candidates who want to appear in AIBE 22 can submit their online application form from 19/08/2026 to 27/10/2026, if you meet all the required eligibility criteria. For complete details such as eligibility, exam pattern, fee, and application steps, candidates must read the full notification carefully.
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Bar Council of India (BCI)
BCI AIBE XXII (22) 2026 Online Application Form
Notification dated: 18/07/2026
Important Dates
- Notification Released: 18/07/2026
- Application Start Date: 19/08/2026
- Last Date To Apply: 27/10/2026
- Last Date Of Fee Payment: 28/10/2026
- Form Correction Last Date: 30/10/2026
- Admit Card Date: 14/11/2026
- Exam Date: 29/11/2026
- Result Date: 07-10 Jan 2027
Application Fees
- General / OBC / PwD: ₹3,500/-
- SC / ST: ₹2,500/-
- Fee amount includes applicable bank charges. Payment can be made online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
Age Limit
Age As On Date: Not Applicable
- Min Age: Not Applicable
- Max Age: Not Applicable
- There is no minimum or maximum age limit to appear in AIBE XXII (22) 2026.
AIBE XXII (22) 2026 Exam Information:
- Exam Name: All India Bar Examination XXII (22) 2026
- Conducting Body: Bar Council of India (BCI)
- Purpose: To award the Certificate of Practice (CoP) to law graduates so they can practise law in Indian courts
- Exam Mode: Offline (Pen and Paper / OMR based)
- Note: AIBE is an eligibility/certification exam, not a job recruitment – there is no vacancy or post count involved.
Eligibility Details
- Candidates who have completed a 3-year or 5-year LLB degree from a recognised university/institute can apply.
- Final-year law students without any backlog are also eligible to apply.
- Law graduates who have received their degree but have not yet enrolled, or who have surrendered their enrolment certificate, can apply.
- Candidates should be enrolled, or in the process of enrolment, with a State Bar Council.
- There is no upper age limit to appear in AIBE.
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BCI AIBE XXII (22) 2026: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Exam Pattern
- Total Questions: 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Total Marks: 100, 1 mark for each correct answer
- Duration: 3 Hours 30 Minutes
- Exam Mode: Offline, pen and paper / OMR based
- Negative Marking: None
- Candidates may carry bare acts (without handwritten notes or commentary) into the exam hall.
Subjects Covered
The question paper covers 19 core law subjects taught in the LLB course, including Constitutional Law, Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, Code of Civil Procedure, Indian Evidence Act, Family Law, Company Law, Contract Law, Property Law and Professional Ethics, among others.
Language Options
Candidates can choose to attempt the exam in English, Hindi or another available regional language at the time of filling the application form.
Qualifying Marks
| Category | Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | 45 out of 100 |
| SC / ST / PwD | 40 out of 100 |
How To Apply
- Visit the official website, allindiabarexamination.com.
- Click on the AIBE 22 registration/application link.
- Enter your name, enrolment number, enrolment state and mobile number to register.
- Fill in personal, educational and category details in the application form.
- Upload the required documents such as photograph, signature and educational certificates.
- Pay the application fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
- Submit the application form and keep a printout for future reference.
BCI AIBE XXII (22) 2026: Important Questions
When will the AIBE XXII (22) 2026 online application form start?
Bar Council of India has opened online applications for AIBE XXII 2026 from 19th August 2026. Eligible law graduates and final-year students can apply through the official website allindiabarexamination.com within the given schedule.
What is the last date to apply for AIBE 22 2026?
The last date to submit the AIBE 22 online application form is 27th October 2026. Fee payment closes a day later, on 28th October 2026, so candidates should complete the process well before the deadline.
When will the AIBE 22 exam be conducted?
BCI will conduct the AIBE 22 exam on 29th November 2026 in offline pen-and-paper mode across designated exam centres. Candidates should download their admit card before appearing for the exam.
What is the AIBE 22 application fee?
General, OBC and PwD candidates need to pay ₹3,500 plus applicable bank charges for AIBE 22. SC and ST candidates pay a reduced fee of ₹2,500 plus bank charges. Payment can be made online through the application portal.
Who can apply for All India Bar Examination XXII 2026?
Law graduates holding a 3-year or 5-year LLB degree from a recognised university can apply. Final-year students without backlogs, and graduates yet to enrol or who have surrendered their enrolment certificate, are also eligible. There is no upper age limit.
What is the AIBE 22 exam pattern?
The AIBE 22 paper has 100 multiple-choice questions worth 100 marks, to be attempted in 3 hours 30 minutes. There is no negative marking, and candidates may carry bare acts (without notes) into the exam hall.
What are the qualifying marks for AIBE 22?
General and OBC candidates must score at least 45 out of 100 marks to qualify AIBE 22, while SC, ST and PwD candidates need 40 marks. Candidates who clear the exam receive the Certificate of Practice from BCI.
