AIBE-XXI is Here - Register Before the Window Closes

Table of Contents

1. Complete Schedule: Important Dates
2. Passing Criteria
3. Who Must Appear?
4. How to Fill the Registration Form — Step by Step
5. Key Tips for Candidates

The All India Bar Examination (AIBE) is a mandatory qualifying exam conducted by the Bar Council of India for every advocate enrolled after January 1, 2010.  

After successfully concluding AIBE-XX, the Bar Council of India Trust — PEARL FIRST — has officially announced AIBE-XXI, scheduled for June 7, 2026, with registrations opening February 11, 2026. 

Complete Schedule: Important Dates 

Passing Criteria 

The qualifying thresholds are fixed as follows: 

• General & OBC Candidates — Minimum 45% marks required 
• SC/ST & Specially Abled Candidates — Minimum 40% marks required 

Who Must Appear? 

• Any advocate enrolled with a State Bar Council on or after January 1, 2010 must clear AIBE to obtain a Certificate of Practice. Advocates enrolled before 2010 are exempt. 

How to Fill the Registration Form — Step by Step 

• Step 1 — Visit the Official Portal Go to the official AIBE website. Registration opens February 11, 2026 and closes April 30, 2026. Don't wait for the last date — centres fill up fast. 
• Step 2 — Create Your Account Register using your Bar Council enrollment number, date of birth, and a valid email ID. Returning candidates can use existing credentials. 
• Step 3 — Fill in Your Details Enter your full name (as on enrollment certificate), date and State Bar Council of enrollment, educational qualifications, and communication details carefully. 
• Step 4 — Upload Required Documents You'll need to upload a passport-size photograph (JPEG, max 50KB), your scanned signature (JPEG, max 30KB), your Bar Council enrollment certificate, and a category certificate if applicable (SC/ST/OBC/PWD). 
• Step 5 — Select Your Exam Centre Choose your preferred city and centre from the available list. Allocation is first-come, first-served, so register early. 
• Step 6 — Pay the Examination Fee Pay via net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI. The last date for online payment is May 1, 2026. Save your payment receipt. 
• Step 7 — Submit and Confirm Review every detail carefully before submitting. You can make corrections until May 3, 2026, but it's far better to get it right the first time. 
• Step 8 — Download Your Admit Card Admit cards will be available from May 22, 2026. Carry a printed copy with a valid photo ID on exam day, June 7, 2026. 

Key Tips for Candidates 

Register early to secure your preferred examination centre — don't wait until April 30. Keep all scanned documents ready before starting to avoid session timeouts. Double-check your enrollment number and personal details before final submission. The AIBE is an open-book exam, but a strong grasp of procedural and substantive law is essential to manage time effectively. Keep checking the official BCI website for any updates or circulars closer to the exam date.