Bar Council of India (BCI, New Delhi) has commenced the online registration process for the All India Bar Examination XXII (AIBE 22 / AIBE XXII) 2026 on 19 August 2026. AIBE is a national-level certification examination mandatory for law graduates to obtain the Certificate of Practice (COP) to practice law in Indian courts. Eligible candidates possessing 3-Year or 5-Year LL.B degrees enrolled with State Bar Councils or final-year law students can apply online through allindiabarexamination.com until 27 October 2026. The offline (OMR) examination is scheduled for 29 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Online Registration Start Date | 19 August 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply Online | 27 October 2026 |
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| Last Date for Fee Payment | 28 October 2026 |
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| Application Correction Closes | 30 October 2026 |
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| Admit Card Release Date | November 2026 |
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| AIBE 22 Exam Date | 29 November 2026 (Sunday) |
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Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹3,500/- |
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| SC / ST Candidates | ₹2,500/- |
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| Payment Mode | Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking & UPI |
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Age Limit & Passing Criteria
| Age Limit | No Upper Age Limit to appear in AIBE 22. |
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| Qualifying Marks | General / OBC Candidates: 45% (45 Marks) SC / ST / PwD Candidates: 40% (40 Marks) |
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Exam Mode & Pattern
| Mode of Exam | Offline Pen & Paper (OMR Sheet Based) |
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| Question Type | 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
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| Exam Duration | 3 Hours 30 Minutes (210 Mins) |
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| Negative Marking | No Negative Marking |
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| Languages | Available in English, Hindi & 20+ Regional Languages |
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AIBE 22 (XXII) 2026: Eligibility Criteria Overview
| Candidate Category | Essential Educational & Bar Enrolment Criteria |
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| Law Graduates | Must have passed 3-Year LL.B. or 5-Year Integrated LL.B. Degree from a BCI-recognized law university and must be enrolled as an Advocate with any State Bar Council in India. |
| Final Year Law Students | Final semester / final year students of 3-Year or 5-Year Law degree without any active backlogs (as per Supreme Court & BCI guidelines). |
How to Apply Online for AIBE 22 (XXII) Registration 2026
- Visit the official portal - allindiabarexamination.com or barcouncilofindia.org.
- Click on “Register for AIBE 22” on the homepage.
- Select your State Bar Council, enter your Enrolment Number, Full Name, Mobile Number, and Email ID.
- Log in with the generated registration credentials.
- Fill out the application form with personal details, educational qualifications, preferred test language, and three examination city choices.
- Upload required scanned documents: State Bar Council Enrolment Certificate / ID Card. LL.B Degree Certificate / Final Year Marksheets. Category / Caste Certificate (SC/ST) & Disability Certificate (if applicable). Recent passport-size photograph and clear signature.
- Pay the registration fee of ₹3,500/- (₹2,500/- for SC/ST) online via payment gateway.
- Submit the online form before 27 October 2026 and download the final confirmation receipt.
Important Links
Before Applying
Please verify the official notification for complete eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules, and other terms before submitting the online application.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
