AIBE registration closes on 27 October 2026, and a clear AIBE registration checklist can save you from an incomplete or rejected application. The All India Bar Examination (AIBE) is conducted by the Bar Council of India (BCI). This guide suits law students, fresh graduates and newly enrolled advocates. It covers what to confirm, prepare, submit and do afterwards, along with the legal rules behind each step.
Why the AIBE Matters: Legal Rules in Brief
- Sections 17 and 22, Advocates Act, 1961: each State Bar Council keeps a roll (the official list of advocates) and issues a certificate of enrolment.
- Section 24: a person with a recognised law degree can be admitted as an advocate.
- Section 49(1)(ag): lets BCI frame rules on conditions for practice.
- Bar Council of India Certificate and Place of Practice (Verification) Rules, 2015: require passing the AIBE to earn a Certificate of Practice (CoP), the proof that you may appear in courts.
- Section 33: only enrolled advocates may practise in court.
Step 1: Confirm Your AIBE Eligibility
Reports say these groups can apply:
- Advocates enrolled with a State Bar Council
- Law graduates awaiting enrolment
- Final-year or final-semester LLB students without backlogs
Eligibility has changed between editions, so read the official notification before paying.
Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration closes | 27 October 2026 |
| Fee payment | 28 October 2026 (some sources say 30 October) |
| Admit card | Around 14 November 2026 (reported) |
| AIBE 22 exam date | 29 November 2026 |
The AIBE Registration Checklist
Before you open the form
- ☐ Name, date of birth and category match your certificates
- ☐ Photo (white or light background) and signature scanned within portal size limits
- ☐ Self-attested photo ID: Aadhaar, PAN, Passport or Voter ID
- ☐ Enrolment certificate, or an undertaking if you are a final-year student
- ☐ LLB marksheets or degree, and LLM papers if any
- ☐ Category or disability certificate if you claim a concession
- ☐ Active mobile number and email ID
- ☐ Payment method ready
While filling the form
- Copy names and numbers from your certificates instead of typing from memory
- Check your enrolment number twice
- Review the preview page before final submission
Application flow
Eligibility → Documents → Form → Preview → Fee → Receipt → Correction → Admit card → ExamFee at a Glance
| Category | Fee (excluding bank charges) |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹3,500 |
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹2,500 |
Before, During and After: Summary Table
| Stage | Action | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Before | Verify eligibility and gather documents | Prevents rejection |
| During | Match details and file formats | Avoids correction delays |
| Payment | Pay and save the receipt | Proves your application |
| Correction | Fix small errors in the window | Safety net, not a second chance |
| Admit card | Download and check details | Needed for entry |
| Exam day | Carry the admit card and original photo ID | Required for entry |
What the Law Says About Wrong or False Details
An honest typo can usually be fixed in the correction window. Deliberate false information is treated seriously.
| Provision | Meaning | Consequence |
|---|---|---|
| Section 35, Advocates Act | Professional misconduct, including false declarations | Reprimand, suspension or removal from the roll |
| Section 45, Advocates Act | Illegal practice in court | Imprisonment up to six months |
| Section 318, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023 | Cheating | Criminal prosecution |
| Sections 336 and 340, BNS | Forgery, and using a forged document as genuine | Criminal prosecution |
Your obligation is to submit accurate, genuine documents. Your remedy for a genuine mistake is the correction window or a written request to BCI through the portal.
After Registration: Exam Basics
- 100 multiple-choice questions, one mark each, with no negative marking
- Offline pen-and-paper mode, as in AIBE 21
- Open-book format in recent editions (confirm in the bulletin)
- Reported qualifying marks: 45% for General/OBC and 40% for SC/ST/PwD, subject to any moderation by BCI
Once you pass, you become eligible for your Certificate of Practice. Use the weeks before the exam to organise your bare acts, because open-book does not mean easy.
FAQs
Mismatched details. A name or category that differs from your certificates is the most common cause of correction requests.
Payment is reportedly open until 28 October, though some sources say 30 October. Pay immediately to avoid risk.
Not always. Final-year students and graduates awaiting enrolment can reportedly apply, often with an undertaking. Check the notification.
Retry later in the day, avoid peak hours and keep your documents ready. If BCI announces an extension, it will appear on the official site.
No, so attempt every question.
