AIBE XX (20) Admit Card and Download Link Released; Exam Slated for 30 November

The Bar Council of India (BCI) has officially released the AIBE XX (20) Admit Card on November 15, 2025, for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) scheduled for November 30, 2025. This exam is mandatory for all law graduates seeking a Certificate of Practice (CoP) to practice law in Indian courts. Aspirants must immediately download the hall ticket from the official website, allindiabarexamination.com, and begin final preparations. The AIBE is an open-book test (Bare Acts without short notes allowed) designed to assess basic legal skills and ethical standards. Time is short; focus on speed, accuracy, and Bare Act application now.

The final countdown for one of the most consequential examinations in an Indian law graduate's career—the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) XX (20)—has officially commenced. The Bar Council of India (BCI), the exam conducting body, released the AIBE 20 Admit Card on November 15, 2025. With the exam slated for November 30, 2025 (Sunday), aspirants now have less than two weeks to finalise their strategy and logistics. The AIBE is a mandatory qualifying test that determines a law graduate’s eligibility to practice law in any court in India by granting them the Certificate of Practice (CoP). Candidates are strongly urged to download and print their admit cards immediately from the official BCI AIBE website, allindiabarexamination.com, as this document is the only ticket to the examination hall.

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 Download Essentials: Secure Your Entry Ticket

​The Admit Card is an indispensable document. Law graduates must treat its immediate download and verification as a top priority. Any error could result in denial of entry on the day of the exam.

• ​Admit Card Release: The AIBE XX (20) Admit Card was released online on November 15, 2025, and is available for download until the examination day.
• ​Official Website: Access the admit card directly from the official portal, allindiabarexamination.com.
• ​Login Credentials: Candidates must use their Registration ID and Password to log into the application portal and download the PDF.
• ​Verification Checkpoints: Upon downloading, candidates must meticulously verify all printed details:  
  • ​Candidate’s Name, Photograph, and Signature.
  • ​AIBE Roll Number and Registration Number.
  • ​Exam Date: November 30, 2025.
  • ​Exam Timing: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM (3 hours, 30 minutes duration).
  • ​Reporting Time and Gate Closing Time (Gate usually closes at 12:30 PM).
  • ​Allotted Test Centre Name and Full Address.
• ​Action for Errors: If any discrepancy is found in the admit card, the candidate must immediately contact the AIBE Helpdesk for necessary corrections before the exam date.

​ AIBE XX Exam Pattern and Bare Act Rules

​The AIBE is unique among Indian professional exams due to its format and the allowance of reference material, which is critical for last-minute preparation. This knowledge-based test evaluates the practical application of fundamental legal principles.

• ​Exam Mode: Offline (Pen-and-Paper format), conducted in a single shift.
• ​Question Structure: The paper consists of 100 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs).
• ​Total Marks and Duration: 100 Marks, to be completed in 3 hours and 30 minutes.
• ​Marking Scheme: +1 mark for every correct answer; significantly, there is NO negative marking for incorrect or unattempted questions. This is a crucial strategic advantage.
• ​Passing Criteria: General/OBC candidates must score 45% (45 marks), while SC/ST/PwD candidates need to score 40% (40 marks) to qualify and receive the CoP.
• ​The Bare Act Rule: The AIBE is no longer a fully open-book exam. Candidates are permitted to carry and refer Bare Acts without short notes during the examination. Carrying textbooks, commentaries, or notes is strictly prohibited. Final-week preparation should focus on quickly locating relevant sections within the Bare Acts.

​The syllabus covers 19 core subjects of law, with the highest weightage given to Constitutional Law (10 marks), IPC, CrPC, and CPC (8-10 marks each), and Law of Evidence (8 marks). Aspirants must ensure their Bare Acts are ready and clean as per BCI guidelines.

​ Final Preparation and Exam Day Protocol

​With the exam less than two weeks away, the focus should be on revision, speed, and meticulous planning for the examination day.

• ​Intensify Revision: Since there is no negative marking, candidates should aim to attempt all 100 questions. Use the final days to do a high-speed revision of the high-weightage subjects (Constitutional Law, CrPC, IPC, CPC) to ensure quick identification of relevant Bare Act sections.
• ​Mock Simulation: Conduct at least two full-length, timed mock simulations under strict exam conditions (including using only Bare Acts) to build stamina and practice the art of rapid section-locating.
• ​Exam Day Requirements: Candidates must carry the following documents to the test centre: 
  • ​A clear colour printout of the AIBE XX (20) Admit Card.
  • ​A valid original Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport, etc.).
  • ​Their Bare Acts (without notes).
• ​Reporting and Dress Code: Candidates must adhere strictly to the reporting and gate closing times mentioned on the admit card. While there's no strict uniform, wearing simple, light-coloured clothing is generally advised. Avoid wearing jewellery, jackets, or any item that could raise suspicion.

​Conclusion

​The release of the AIBE XX (20) Admit Card on November 15, 2025, signifies the final, critical stage before the examination on November 30, 2025. This mandatory qualifying exam is the gateway to the legal profession. Law graduates must prioritise downloading and verifying their admit card, securing their approved Bare Acts, and dedicating the remaining days to high-intensity subject revision and strategic practice. Success in the AIBE is the final academic hurdle to obtaining the Certificate of Practice and formally starting an advocate career in India.

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