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All India Bar Examination 2024 ( AIBE )

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All India Bar Examination Answer Key Date 2024 not out yet. The Bar Council of India however released the other important revised AIBE 19 exam dates 2024-25 along with AIBE 19 Notification 2024.The BCI conducted AIBE 19 Exam 2024 in pen-and-paper mode. Check here all about AIBE 2024 notification, details, application form and syllabus.

The All India Bar Examination (AIBE) is conducted to issue a Certificate of Practice (CoP) to lawyers. The Bar Council of India (BCI) published the AIBE 19 exam dates 2024 along with the AIBE 19 Notification 2024. The AIBE 19 Exam was conducted in pen-and-paper mode on December 22, 2024. The All India Bar Examination Answer Key Release dates have not been announced yet. The AIBE Notification included the exam date, registration dates, and other important dates. In this article, aspirants can find comprehensive information about AIBE 19 (XIX), including: AIBE 19 notification, AIBE 19 admit card, AIBE 19 2024 exam pattern, AIBE 19 syllabus, AIBE 19 Result Date 2024, AIBE 19 Final Answer Key 2024 and other important details.

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AIBE or Bar Exam India is conducted by BCI under Advocates Act 1961, for "admission of persons to be advocates and to further regulate the entry and over all conduct of Advocates in the profession by laying down standards of professional conduct and etiquettes for advocates." The exam is held in a standardised manner, where candidates have to attempt the question paper within 3 hours 30 minutes. The question paper of AIBE is based on core subjects of law such as - Constitutional Law, IPC, CrPC, IEA, Family Law, PIL, Administration, pre-eminent SC judgements, professional ethics and more. Candidates who qualify the examination as per the minimum requirements are issued 'Certificate of Practice' to continue their practice at the courts of law. 

Q:   How to get previous years papers for AIBE 2024?

A:
Earlier, the exam authority provided the question paper of AIBE English language) on the official website. However, after vernacular languages have been included in the question paper, the exam authority no longer uploads the question paper on the official website of AIBE. Rather, it is available only with those who attempt the examination. Candidates who take the examination are only able to view it when raising objections on it at the time of answer keys objection process. Candidates can, however, obtain previous years papers for AIBE as available on Shiksha website - https://www.shiksha.com/law/aibe-exam-question-papers The question papers available here are official papers as collected from the past 3-4 years. You can download AIBE question papers and practice with simple registration process.

Q:   Is there any dress code for AIBE exam?

A:

No, Bar Council of India has not prescribed any dress code for this examination. However, candidates are expected to wear comfortable clothing on the day of the examination. Candidates are advised to read all the guidelines mentioned on the AIBE 2024 admit card carefully so that there is no hassles at last moment at exam centre. Candidates are advised to arrange important documents to be carried at the centre in advance. AIBE 2024 Exam wil be held in pen-paper based mode.

Q:   What is AIBE 19 (XIX) Exam Date?

A:

AIBE 19 Exam 2024 date was conducted on December 22, 2024. Only those candidates who are enrolled with any state bar council were eligible to apply. AIBE 19 Exam was conducted in 22 regional languages including english. The AIBE Exam 2024 was conducted in offline, pen-and-paper mode acorss the country.

Also Read: AIBE Previous Year Question Papers (HINDI) with Answers: Download For Free

AIBE 2024 Highlights 

Some of the key features of AIBE one should know are: 

Features 

Details 

Exam name

All India Bar Examination (AIBE)

Conducting body

Bar Council of India (BCI)

Exam level

National

Exam frequency 

Once a year

Exam fees 

For General/ OBC category - INR 3,500 and for SC/ ST category - INR 2,500 

Eligibility 

An LLB degree (3 -year or 5-year) from a recognized law institute/ university

Exam purpose

  • To issue Certificate of Practice (COP) to practising lawyers
  • The COP is mandatory for practicising law in India.

Mode of exam

Pen-and-paper exam

Medium of Question Paper

English and 22 Vernacular languages including, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Kashmiri, Konkani, Malayalam, Manipuri, Marathi, Nepali, Oriya, Punjabi, Sanskrit, Sindhi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu, Bodo, Santhali, Maithili, Dogri,

Question type

100 objective-type questions

No. of test cities

More than 50 test cities all over India

Exam helpdesk 

Phone: 91 -  6263178414 , 6352601288, 9555089314, 9555076241, 9555092448,

Email: bci.helpdesk@cbtexams.in, 

Exam website

allindiabarexamination.com 

AIBE Notification 2024

The BCI released the AIBE 19 Notification 2024 on official website allindiabarexamination.com on September 3, 2024. The Council conducted the 19th All India Bar Examination (AIBE) on December 22, 2024. The AIBE 19 notification carried the dates for online registration for AIBE 19, AIBE 19 Application Correction Window Dates 2024, AIBE XIX 19 Exam Date 2024 and other details.

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All India Bar Exam Eligibility Criteria 2024 

The candidates who want to appear and qualify in AIBE must also fulfill the eligibility criteria to obtain COP. Some of the main elements of AIBE 2024 eligibility criteria are as under: 

  • Candidates who have passed a three-year LLB or five-year LLB degree are eligibility to appear for AIBE exam. 
  • A candidate must be registered with their State Bar Councils as an Advocate (Provisionally). As State Bar Council enrollment is mandatory for AIBE eligibility
  • Candidates not enrolled as an advocate with the SBC, will not be able to apply for AIBE 2024. 

AIBE Application Dates 2024

The BCI released the AIBE 19 Registration Date. As per the AIBE 19 (XIX) application form dates candidates could fill the AIBE 19 Application Form 2024 until November 15, 2024. Candidates who were eligible to appear for AIBE 2024 could complete AIBE 19 Registration by visiting the official website of BCI; i.e. barcouncilofindia.org.

Candidates could submit the AIBE Application Form 2024 on or before the last date. To fill the AIBE 2024 application form, candidates had to enter their name, mobile number, email ID, SBC enrollment number and date of birth. Once registered, candidates could fill the application form of AIBE 2024 as under:

Q:   Are Bare Acts allowed in AIBE 19 (XIX) 2024?

A:

Yes, Bare Acts were allowed in the AIBE examination. All India Bar Examination website stated that " Bare Acts without notes are allowed. In case of unavailability of Bare Acts without notes, Bare Acts with least short notes will be allowed subject to the discretion of the Examiner/Invigilator".

Candidates were not allowed to carry books, any electronic items to the exam centre. AIBE is no more an open-book exam. The exam was held in 50+ cities across the country.

Q:   When is the next AIBE exam in 2024?

A:

The next AIBE exam in 2024 was AIBE 19 (XIX). The Bar Council of India (BCI) released the official notification for the exam on August 24, 2024. The AIBE 19 exam was conducted on December 22, 2024. AIBE (All India Bar Examination) is a certification exam that assesses an advocate’s capability to practice law in India. Successful candidates are awarded a Certificate of Practice (COP), allowing them to practice law across the country. Stay updated on the AIBE exam by visiting the official Shiksha website.

Q:   What are the important subjects for AIBE 2024?

A:

AIBE question paper carried 100 objective-type questions, however, there were some subjects with higher weightage over the others, For example Constitutional Law, Criminal Procedure Code, and Civil Procedure Code will carried 10 questions each. While IPC, Indian Evidence ACT Family Law, Law of Contracts, SRA, NIA, carried 8 marks each. Therefore, the subjects that candidates had to prepare thoroughly in order to crack the AIBE exam included: Constitutional Law Criminal Procedure Code of Civil Procedure Indian Penal Code Evidence Act Family Law of Contract, SRA, NIA Law of Tort, MVA and Consumer Protection Law Read more about higher weightage topics for AIBE 19 here - https://www.shiksha.com/law/articles/aibe-syllabus-highest-weightage-topics-questions-and-more-blogId-112077.

Q:   Has BCI released list of AIBE 2024 test centres?

A:

Yes, BCI released the list of AIBE XIX 2024 test centres. The test centres list was released along with the official AIBE 19 Notification. Candidates had to provide choice for AIBE 2024 centre while applying for the exam. A maximum of three options could be declared for exam city choice. BCI provided the exam centre to candidate along with the admit card for AIBE 2024. Once allotted, candidates request to change the exam centre was not entertained.

Q:   When will the Certificate of Practice' be issued to AIBE passed candidates?

A:
The Certificate of Practice' is generally issued within 30 days after the AIBE result declaration. However, it is available only after two months at the state bar councils. Candidates can download a digital copy using AIBESCOPE mobile application. For obtaining physical copy of Certificate of Practice (COP), candidates have to submit an application at their respective bar council with requisite fees, Know more about COP here - https://www.shiksha.com/law/articles/aibe-cop-certificate-of-practice-blogId-103055.
  • Basic details - Parent's name, category, language of AIBE test paper, test centre choice etc.
  • Academic details - Matriculation, Intermediate, Graduation, and LLB degree details
  • Uploading documents - Photograph and Signature
  • Fee payment - Using e-payment methods. 

Also Read: How to enroll with State Bar Councils for AIBE? Registration Process Fees, Documents Required, Eligibility

Watch the video below to understand AIBE application process:

 AIBE 19 Preparation 2024

Candidates looking forward to appear in the All India Bar Examination 2024 must prepare for AIBE 19 Exam well in advance to complete the AIBE 19 syllabus and score well. Besides, they must be familiar with the exam pattern of AIBE 2024 beforehand. To prepare for AIBE 2024, candidates should follow these tips:

  • Review the Syllabus and Pattern: Understand the exam structure and topics in detail.
  • Select Appropriate Study Material: Use Bare Acts, relevant books, and other study resources specifically designed for AIBE.
  • Develop a Study Strategy: Focus on covering important case laws and current legal affairs.
  • Practice Past Papers: Solve previous years' AIBE question papers and sample papers to familiarize yourself with the exam format.
  • Study Key Law Cases: Ensure you know the facts and procedures of significant legal cases and judgments.

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AIBE Exam Pattern 2024

The exam authority will release the exam pattern including mode of examination, subjects, weightage, type of questions and other details soon. Once the Bar Council Exam Date 2024 is released, candidates must check the exam pattern to understand what to expect, and prepare accordingly. Take a look at key details of AIBE 19 (XIX) exam pattern as under:

AIBE Exam Features

Details

Exam mode

Offline, pen-and-paper exam, and Online, computer-based test mode.

Exam duration

3 hours (20 minutes extra for PWD candidates with 40% or more disability)

Subjects

19 law subjects

Total questions

100 questions

Type of questions

Multiple choices based questions 

Marking Scheme

One mark per question

No negative marking in case of wrong attempts

AIBE 19 Syllabus 2024

The syllabus of AIBE 19 (XIX) 2024-25 will be shared by the exam authority soon. Generally, the question paper is based on following subjects:

  • Constitutional Law
  • Indian Penal Code
  • Criminal Procedure Code
  • Code of Civil Procedure
  • Evidence Act
  • Alternate Dispute Redressal Including Arbitration Act
  • Family Law
  • Public Interest Litigation
  • Administrative Law
  • Professional Ethics and Cases of Professional Misconduct under BCI Rules
  • Company Law
  • Environmental Law
  • Cyber Law
  • Labour and Industrial Laws
  • Law of Tort including Motor Vehicles Act and Consumer Protection Law
  • Law of Contract, Specific Relief, Property Laws, Negotiable Instrument Act
  • Law-Related Taxation 
  • Land Acquisition Act
  • Intellectual Property Law

AIBE question paper includes recent judgements based on these 19 law subjects

Detailed Revised syllabus of AIBE XIX (19) Syllabus 2024 is as under: 

AIBE Admit Card Date 2024

The Bar Council of India (BCI) will release the AIBE 19 Admit Card Date on December 15, 2024. The admit card of AIBE 19 is a mandatory document that candidates must carry with them on the day of the exam. Candidates must not forget their AIBE 19 Hall Ticket on exam day as they won't be allowed to appear in AIBE 19. The AIBE Admit Card 2024 will be released in online mode.

How to download AIBE 19 (XIX) Admit Card 2024?

Candidates can follow simple steps given below to download AIBE 19 (XIX) Hall Ticket:

  • Go to the AIBE admit card website - allindiabarexamination.com
  • Click on the admit card link given on the home screen
  • Login using the AIBE registration number and password
  • AIBE exam hall ticket 2024 will be displayed on the screen
  • Download and take a printout of the admit card

AIBE 19 Answer Key Date 2024 

The exam authority will first announce the AIBE 19 answer key through the official website of the All India Bar Examination. The provisional answer key for AIBE 19 will be released within few days after the exam concludes. Candidates can raise objections against the provisional answer key through an official window. Once the objections are reviewed, the final AIBE 19 answer key will be released. The objectives of the AIBE answer key are:

1. Providing a chance for candidates to cross-check their question papers.
2. Allowing the exam authority to verify candidates' concerns.
3. Maintaining transparency in the AIBE results.
4. Revising the minimum qualifying marks for AIBE if necessary.

AIBE 19 Result Date 2024

The results of the AIBE 19 (XIX) exam 2024 will be declared on the official website. The AIBE 19 results are available on the official website - allindiabarexamination.com. Candidates are considered qualified for AIBE 19 Result if they meet the minimum qualifying marks as under:

Category Qualifying percentage
General category 40%
SC/ST 35%

AIBE 19 Cutoff Date 2024

Although there are no cutoff marks for AIBE, but after revisions in the answer key, the minimum marks are revised. Take a look at the previous years cut off trends for AIBE 2024: 

AIBE edition

General/OBC

SC/ ST

AIBE XIX

45 marks

40 marks

AIBE XVIII

45 marks (Revised)

40 marks (Revised)

AIBE XVII 

40 marks 

35 marks 

AIBE XVI

40 marks

35 marks

AIBE XV 

40 marks

35 marks

AIBE 14 

36 marks (after results were revised and total marks were cutdown to 91)

31 marks (revised)

AIBE 13 

39 marks

34 marks

AIBE 12 

38 marks

33 marks

AIBE Certificate of Practice Date 2024 

The candidates who qualify AIBE 2024 will be issued Certificate of Practice. The COPs are generally issued within 60 days of AIBE results. Candidates will be able to obtain COP from their state bar council once notified by the bar council. Now, BCI also issues AIBE COPs in online mode via AIBESCOPE mobile application. Take a look at COP format: 

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    Important FAQs on AIBE (19) 2024 - Exam Dates, Application Form, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern, and COP

    Q. When will AIBE 19 (2024-25) Registration will begin?

    A. AIBE 19 (XIX) 2024-25 registration is over now. The AIBE 19 Application Dateswas announced by Bar Council of India.

    Q. What is the eligibility criteria for AIBE 2024?

    A. Candidates who wanted to appear for AIBE 2024 must have obtained a Bachelor degree in law from a recognised law school or university in India. There is no minimum marks requirement for the Bachelor degree. Besides, candidates should register as an advocate with a state bar council of India. Note: BCI may allow candidates from other professions to register provisionally with a state bar council, and appear for AIBE.

    Q. Is passing the AIBE exam necessary?

    A. Yes, as per Bar Council of India regulations, for the students who passed their LL.B. (Legum Baccalaureus) degree from 2010 onwards, it is now mandatory to clear the All India Bar Examination to practice law in India. The state bar councils also ensure that the enrolled lawyers appear for the All India Bar Examination and pass the examination. If any enrolled lawyer fails to pass the bar examination then they are debarred from the councils or associations until they pass the exam. For more information, you may visit the Shiksha AIBE exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/law/aibe-exam). I hope this will help you

    Q. Is AIBE exam easy or difficult?

    A. As per the exam analysis of AIBE question paper in the previous years, the question paper of AIBE is generally moderately difficult with major focus on current events in law domain with respect to core legal subjects. Every year, AIBE exam is expected to be of easy to moderate difficulty level. However, BCI plans to make testing parameters stricter, in upcoming sessions, therefore, candidates can expect it a bit tougher than past years. Candidates can find out difficulty level of AIBE over the last few years here - https://www.shiksha.com/law/aibe-exam-analysis.

    Q: How to get Certificate of Practice after passing the AIBE examination?

    A: After the result declaration, the Bar Council of India publishes the list of the state bar councils for Certificate of Practice availability to All India Bar Examination-passed students. The candidates can contact their respective state bar councils to receive the Certificate of Practice. Moreover, now Bar Council of India has enabled an online facility for downloading a Certificate of Practice through the mobile app AIBESCOPE. For more information, you may visit the Shiksha AIBE exam page. (https://www.shiksha.com/law/aibe-exam). I hope this will help you.

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The last date for correction in AIBE registration form was November 22nd 2024. So you can not correct now. Now the admit card downloading is in process from December 15th onwards.

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Hello Shyam Jogdand, answer to your question is Yes. It is mandatory for the candidates to enroll themselves in State Bar Counsil to become eligible for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE).

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According to the Times of India, the Bar Council of India (BCI) informed that out of 144014 students who appeared for the exam 69646 passed. In response to a right-to-information application filled by Shibu Babu, it was disclosed that 1487 81 students took the exam held on December 10 last year with

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To access your results, you must log in using your User ID and Password on the official AIBE portal, using the same details they provided in their AIBE XIX application. The scorecard will include the candidate's roll number and qualification status, indicating whether they have passed or failed.

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The applications for AIBE or All India Bar Examination has been closed for this year. The exams are scheduled to be held on December 22, 2024. The last date was November 15, 2024. The candidates were allowed to select their prefered language from 11 options. This has really helped students, they c

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