AIBE 20 Registration Deadline Approaching (Oct 28)

Don’t miss the final chance to register for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) XX. The online registration window closes on October 28, 2025, with the payment deadline on October 29, 2025. This mandatory exam is your gateway to receiving the Certificate of Practice (CoP) from the Bar Council of India (BCI), which is essential to practice law in India. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria and complete the application process meticulously, including uploading all required documents. Mark November 30, 2025, as your exam date for AIBE 20. Act now to secure your spot .

The All India Bar Examination (AIBE) XX the crucial gateway for law graduates to obtain the mandatory Certificate of Practice (CoP) from the Bar Council of India (BCI)—is fast approaching its application deadline. For all aspiring advocates who wish to practice law in Indian courts, this is a critical reminder to complete the online registration and fee payment process immediately. The window for online application for AIBE 20, which began on September 29, 2025, is set to close on October 28, 2025. This article provides a comprehensive guide to the remaining key dates, eligibility requirements, and vital steps to ensure a smooth application and preparation phase for the November 30, 2025, examination. Don’t let a last-minute rush jeopardize your career launch

 Key Dates and Application Deadlines

It is paramount for every aspirant to adhere strictly to the schedule released by the Bar Council of India (BCI) to avoid disqualification. With the registration period ending, immediate action is necessary.

• Online Registration Open: September 29, 2025
• Final Date to Apply Online: October 28, 2025
• Last Date for Online Fee Payment: October 29, 2025
• Last Date for Correction in Registration Form: October 31, 2025
• Admit Card Release: November 15, 2025
• AIBE 20 Exam Date: November 30, 2025

Key Actions to Complete by October 29, 2025:

1. Ensure all personal and academic details are accurately filled in the AIBE 20 application form.
2. Upload the mandatory documents, including your photograph, signature, and self-attested copies of the enrollment certificate and photo ID proof, in the specified size and format (usually JPG/JPEG, with file sizes ranging from 10KB to 500KB).
3. Confirm that the application fee has been successfully paid online before the October 29, 2025, payment deadline to validate your application.

AIBE 20 Eligibility and Qualifying Criteria

The AIBE is a qualifying examination, not a ranking test, making it essential to focus on clearing the minimum score set by the BCI. Understanding the criteria is the first step towards successful participation.

Educational Qualification:

• Candidates must possess a 3-year or 5-year LLB degree from an institution recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI).
• Final-year law students (in the final semester of their degree program) are also generally eligible to apply, provided they have no pending backlogs from previous semesters.

Enrolment Requirement:

Applicants must be enrolled as an advocate with a State Bar Council and must possess the unique enrollment number for registration. However, recent updates have sometimes allowed candidates without immediate enrollment to apply, though this must be verified against the official AIBE 20 notification.

Age Limit and Attempts:

• There is no upper or lower age limit to appear for the AIBE.
• There is no restriction on the number of attempts; candidates can take the exam as many times as needed until they secure the Certificate of Practice (CoP).

Minimum Passing Marks (Expected):

• Candidates must score the minimum qualifying marks out of the total 100-mark paper to be declared ‘Pass’.
• General/OBC Category: Expected passing percentage is approximately 45% (45 marks).
• SC/ST/PwD Category: Expected passing percentage is approximately 40% (40 marks).

Exam Pattern and Preparation Strategy

The AIBE 20 exam is scheduled for November 30, 2025, giving aspirants approximately one month for focused final-stage preparation. A smart strategy is key to success in this open-book examination.

Exam Structure:

• Mode of Exam: Offline (Pen-and-Paper based test using an OMR Sheet).
• Question Type: 100 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs).
• Total Marks: 100.
• Duration: 3 hours and 30 minutes.
• Negative Marking: There is no negative marking.

Key Syllabus Focus Areas:

The exam covers 19 core law subjects. While all are important, certain areas carry higher weightage. Focus preparation efforts on the following high-weightage topics (approximate questions in brackets):

• Constitutional Law (10)
• Code of Civil Procedure (CPC) (10)
• Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.P.C) (10)
• Law of Contract, Specific Relief, Property Laws, Negotiable Instrument Act (8)
• Family Law (8)
• Indian Penal Code (IPC) & New Code (8)
• Evidence Act & New Code (8)

Preparation Tip: The Open-Book Advantage:

Utilize the open-book format by compiling and organizing Bare Acts (without notes) for quick reference. The exam tests your practical application and understanding of law, not rote memorization. Practice locating key sections and principles quickly, especially in the high-weightage subjects, to efficiently tackle the scenario-based questions.

Conclusion

The approaching deadline of October 28, 2025, for AIBE 20 online registration marks the final countdown for law graduates to formalize their path to becoming practicing advocates. With the exam scheduled for November 30, 2025, there is a short, but sufficient, window for focused, strategic preparation. Complete your registration and payment by the respective deadlines (October 28 and 29), double-check your application for errors, and dedicate the next few weeks to mastering the high-weightage subjects and practical application skills required to successfully obtain your Certificate of Practice. Your legal career awaits.