The All India Bar Examination (AIBE) is a national-level exam conducted by the Bar Council of India (BCI) for law graduates who wish to practice law in India. Clearing the AIBE exam is mandatory to receive the Certificate of Practice, which allows candidates to practice law officially in Indian courts. AIBE exam evaluates the candidate’s ability to apply legal knowledge in practical situations, covering topics ranging from Constitutional law to various sections of the Indian Penal Code.
- Registration Process for AIBE 2024
- Important Dates for AIBE 2024
- Upcoming Dates & Events
- AIBE 2024 Eligibility Criteria
- Exam Pattern and Syllabus for AIBE Exam 2024
- AIBE 2024 Admit Card Details
- Steps to Download AIBE 2024 Admit Card
- How to Prepare for AIBE 2024
- Frequently Ask Questions about AIBE 2024
To register for the AIBE, candidates must follow these steps:
- Visit the Official Website: Navigate to allindiabarexamination.com and click on the registration link.
- Create an Account: Provide basic details like name, email, and mobile number to generate login credentials.
- Complete the Application: Log in to the portal and fill in personal, academic, and enrollment details.
- Upload Documents: The candidate’s photograph, signature, and enrollment certificate are necessary.
- Pay the Fee: Submit the application fee via online methods, which varies by category:
- General/OBC: ₹3560 (including ₹60 bank charges)
- SC/ST: ₹2560 (including ₹60 bank charges)
- Submit and Print: After submission, print the confirmation page for future reference.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Release of AIBE 19 Application Form | September 3, 2024 |
| Last Date for Registration | October 25, 2024 |
| Payment Deadline | October 28, 2024 |
| Last Date for Application Correction | October 30, 2024 |
| Release of Admit Card | November 18, 2024 |
| AIBE 19 Exam Date | November 24, 2024 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | To be notified |
| Result Declaration | To be notified |
The exam is set to be conducted in offline mode across various test centers in India, with the exam format being open-book, allowing candidates to bring in Bare Acts.
| Event | Dates | Mode | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Release of AIBE 19 Application Form | 03 Sep, 2024 - 25 Oct, 2024 | Online | Ongoing |
| AIBE 19 - Fee Payment | 03 Sep, 2024 - 28 Oct, 2024 | Online | Ongoing |
| Application Correction - Last Date | 30-Oct-24 | Online | - |
| Admit Card - AIBE 19 | 18 Nov, 2024 - 24 Nov, 2024 | Online | - |
| Exam - AIBE 19 | 24 Nov, 2024 | Offline | - |
To apply for the AIBE 2024 exam, candidates need to meet certain requirements set by the Bar Council of India (BCI). Below is a simplified breakdown of the key eligibility points.
- Candidates must have a law degree (either a 3-year LLB or a 5-year integrated LLB) from a university recognized by the BCI.
- Final-year law students are also eligible to take the exam.
- Important note: All candidates who earned their law degree from 2009-10 onwards must pass the AIBE to practice law in India.
- Exemption: Candidates who completed their law degree before 2009-10 are exempt from taking the AIBE.
- As per the latest rules, you no longer need to be enrolled with a State Bar Council before registering for AIBE.
- Earlier, law graduates had to complete this enrolment process (including submitting documents and fees) before taking the exam, but this is no longer a mandatory step.
- The good news is that there’s no specific minimum percentage needed to qualify for AIBE. If you have your LLB degree, you can apply.
| Sr. No. | Topic/Subject | Number of Questions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Constitutional Law | 10 |
| 2 | Indian Penal Code (IPC) & Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita | 8 |
| 3 | Criminal Procedure Code (Cr. P. C.) & Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita | 10 |
| 4 | Code of Civil Procedure (C. P. C.) | 10 |
| 5 | Evidence Act & Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam | 8 |
| 6 | Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) including Arbitration Act | 4 |
| 7 | Family Law | 8 |
| 8 | Public Interest Litigation (PIL) | 4 |
| 9 | Administrative Law | 3 |
| 10 | Professional Ethics & Cases of Professional Misconduct (Bar Council of India Rules) | 4 |
| 11 | Company Law | 2 |
| 12 | Environmental Law | 2 |
| 13 | Cyber Law | 2 |
| 14 | Labour & Industrial Law | 4 |
| 15 | Law of Torts including the Motor Vehicle Act and Consumer Protection Law | 5 |
| 16 | Law Related to Taxation | 4 |
| 17 | Law of Contract, Specific Relief Act, Property Laws, Negotiable Instrument Act | 8 |
| 18 | Land Acquisition Act | 2 |
| 19 | Intellectual Property Laws | 2 |
| Total | 100 |
This table includes all the key topics and the number of questions for each, as prescribed for AIBE XIX (Syllabus-for-All-India)
The Bar Council of India (BCI) is scheduled to release the AIBE 19 admit card on November 18, 2024. Candidates will need to download it from the official website-
It is essential to carry the admit card on the exam day, as no one will be allowed to sit for the exam without it. The admit card contains crucial information such as:
- Exam centre details (address, location)
- Exam date and time
- Personal details of the candidate
- Reporting time
- Important exam instructions
This document is key to appearing in the AIBE 2024 exam, offering essential information on the allocated exam centre, timing, and guidelines to follow on exam day. Please note, that BCI will not send the admit card by post; it can only be accessed online.
- Visit the official AIBE website – allindiabarexamination.com.
- Click on the link for AIBE 19 admit card download.
- Enter your registration number and date of birth in the log-in window.
- Download and print the admit card.
Be sure to keep the admit card safe as it is a mandatory document for the exam.
- Study the Bare Acts: Since AIBE is an open-book exam, students should focus on Bare Acts, especially those without commentary.
- Practice Previous Year Papers: Solving previous years’ question papers helps understand the type of questions that appear in the exam.
- Focus on Core Concepts: Emphasis should be on the core sections of law, as these are the areas most frequently tested.
- Time Management: While the exam is open-book, candidates should practice managing time efficiently to avoid getting stuck on questions during the exam.
- Eligibility: Only law graduates who have enrolled with their respective State Bar Council are eligible to take the AIBE
- Admit Card: Candidates must download their admit cards from November 18, 2024, as no physical admit cards will be sent.
- Result Declaration: The AIBE results will be announced after the final answer key is released, and candidates who pass will receive their Certificate of Practice.
- When will the AIBE 19 exam be held?
The AIBE 19 exam is scheduled for November 24, 2024. - What is the last date for AIBE registration?
Candidates must complete their registration by October 25, 2024. - Can I correct my AIBE application after submission?
Yes, corrections can be made until October 30, 2024. - What materials are allowed during the exam?
Only Bare Acts without annotations or notes are allowed inside the exam hall. - How do I pay the AIBE registration fee?
The fee can be paid via online payment methods through the AIBE portal.
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