Hurry up! The AIBE 20 (2025) registration window closes tomorrow, October 28.
Apply now on allindiabarexamination.com to avoid missing the chance.

If you are a law graduate and want to practice law in India, you must clear the All India Bar Examination (AIBE). The 2025 edition, AIBE 20, is underway. This article gives you all the important details: registration last date, fees, eligibility, exam pattern and what to do next.

 Key Dates (Tentative/As Announced)

• Registration begins: 29 September 2025

• Last date to register: 28 October 2025  

• Last date to pay fee: 29 October 2025. 

• Admit card release: 15 November 2025.

• Exam date: 30 November 2025 (pen-and-paper mode).

Important: If you haven’t registered yet — today or tomorrow may be your last chance. Check the official website right away.

Application Fee

• General / OBC candidates: ₹3,500 + bank charges (~₹60) → total ~ ₹3,560. 

• SC / ST candidates: ₹2,500 + bank charges (~₹60) → total ~ ₹2,560.

Make sure you pay online before the deadline to avoid missing out.

 Eligibility Criteria

Here are the key eligibility rules:

• You must hold a 3-year LLB or 5-year integrated LLB degree from a recognised law school. 

• Final-year students with no backlog may also apply.

• No age limit, and there is no minimum marks requirement to apply.

• You must be enrolled (or can enrol) with a State Bar Council.

 Exam Pattern & Details

• Mode: Offline (pen-and-paper). 

• Total Questions: 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs).

• Duration: ~ 3 hours (some sources say 3 hours 30 minutes) 

• Subjects: 19 law areas including Constitutional Law, IPC, CPC, Evidence Act etc.

• Marking: Generally 1 mark per question, see official notification for current details (no or minimal negative marking as per previous years)

 Documents & Steps to Apply

Documents you will need:

• Passport-size photo

• Scanned signature

• Law degree certificate or mark sheets

• Bar council enrolment certificate (or proof)

• ID proof (Aadhaar / Driving licence / Passport)

How to apply (basic steps):

• Visit official website: allindiabarexamination.com 

• Go to registration link for AIBE 20.

• Fill personal & academic details.

• Upload required documents.

• Pay fees.

• Take printout/ save the confirmation.

 Why This Exam Matters

Once you clear AIBE, you’ll receive the Certificate of Practice (CoP) from the Bar Council of India (BCI). This certificate allows you to practise law in Indian courts. Without this, you cannot officially represent clients in many courts.

 Tips for Students Who Are Applying Now

• If the last date is tomorrow, apply immediately — don’t wait until the last minute.

• Double-check all details: spelling of name, enrolment number, etc. Mistakes may not be corrected easily.

• Keep scanned copies of all documents ready ahead of time to avoid last-minute rush.

• Save the application confirmation and fee receipt.

• Prepare for the exam: practise MCQs, revise key law topics, focus on time management.

• Check your registered email and phone for updates about admit card and exam centre.

 FAQs

Q: Can I apply after the last date if I miss it?
A: Generally no. Once the registration window closes, late applications are not accepted. Always keep track of deadlines.

Q: Is this exam mandatory for practising law?
A: Yes, for many courts and states you will need the AIBE Certificate of Practice after you finish your LLB.

Q: What if I still don’t know the exact exam date?
A: The exam date is tentatively 30 November 2025 as per current updates. But you must check the official website for final confirmation.

 Conclusion

If you’re a law graduate and have been planning to appear for AIBE 20 2025, this is your moment. The registration ends very soon. Complete your application today, ensure you meet all criteria, pay the fee, and get ready for the exam. With proper preparation, you can move one step closer to your legal career.

All the best for your application and exam!