27 October 2026 is the last day to register for AIBE 22, the All India Bar Examination run by the Bar Council of India (BCI). Instead of one generic checklist, this guide sorts the documents, fees and mistakes by who you are: an enrolled advocate, a fresh graduate or a final-year student. It is written for law students and young advocates, so each section tells you what to do, not just what the rules say.
Last Day to Register for AIBE: Which Applicant Are You?
| Applicant | Typical AIBE documents required | Biggest risk |
|---|---|---|
| Enrolled advocate | Photo, signature, photo ID, State Bar Council enrolment certificate | Typo in enrolment number |
| Graduate awaiting enrolment | Photo, signature, photo ID, LLB marksheets or degree | Name differs between degree and ID |
| Final-year student | Photo, signature, photo ID, marksheets, undertaking where allowed | Backlogs or unmet eligibility rules |
Everyone also needs an active mobile number and email ID. Add a category or disability certificate if you claim a fee concession. Eligibility has changed between editions, so read the current notification first.
Why the AIBE Is Compulsory
Under Section 24 of the Advocates Act, 1961, a person with a recognised law degree can be enrolled on a State Bar Council roll, the official list of advocates. Section 49(1)(ag) lets BCI make rules on conditions for practice. Under the Bar Council of India Certificate and Place of Practice (Verification) Rules, 2015, an enrolled advocate must pass the AIBE to receive a Certificate of Practice (CoP), the proof that they may appear in court. Section 33 allows only enrolled advocates to practise, and Section 30 gives them that right.
AIBE Fee: What You Will Pay
| Category | Fee (excluding bank charges) |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹3,500 |
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹2,500 |
Bank charges are extra. For AIBE 21, totals were reported as ₹3,560 and ₹2,560. Fee payment is reportedly open until 28 October, though some sources say 30 October, so pay when you register.
Common AIBE Application Form Mistakes and Quick Fixes
| Problem | Fix |
|---|---|
| Name differs between degree and ID | Use the spelling on your degree or enrolment certificate |
| Photo or signature rejected | Resize within the portal’s limits (reported 10 to 50 KB) and use a light background |
| Wrong category selected | Choose the category your certificate supports |
| Blurry ID or enrolment scan | Scan flat, in good light, and self-attest |
| Paid but status pending | Save the transaction ID, wait, then write to BCI through the portal |
| Portal slow or crashing | Retry off-peak and keep documents ready |
FAQs
BCI usually opens a short correction window. Spelling errors can be fixed, but do not rely on it for major issues.
Reports say final-year students without backlogs can apply, often with an undertaking in its place. Check the notification.
Treat 27 October as the deadline for everything. Sources report later payment dates, but do not risk it.
Yes. BCI updates, including admit card information, reach you through them, so use details you check daily.
No, so attempt every question.
