AIBE 2023 Question Paper Analysis (OUT) Live Updates: Section-wise Analysis, Difficulty Level & Student Reviews

Candidates have to secure minimum qualifying marks in AIBE 18 for obtaining Certificate of Practice - 40% for General/ OBC and 35% for SC/STPWD. There will be no criteria for top score. Candidates only need to obtain minimum 40 marks (35 marks for SC/ST/PWD) out of 100 marks to secure a 'PASS' from BCI. 

• The question paper of AIBE carries one mark questions only.
• There will be a total of 100 questions.
• No negative marking to be done in case of incorrect answers.
• Candidates will get marks for the questions they attempt correctly. 
• Grace marks will be given when the answer key is revised and if there are any wrong questions found in the exam (to be verified through objections process). 

AIBE 18 answer key is expected to be released by today evening or next few days on the official website. Meanwhile, there will be many unofficial sources of AIBE (18) XVIII 2023 answer key, however, candidates should not rely on such answer keys, and wait for the exam authority to publish the answer keys officially. 

The answer keys for AIBE 18 will be released in two phases - 1. Provisional Answer Key, and 2. Revised Answer Key

The candidates will be provided a window to raise objections on the provisional answer key for AIBE 18. After all the objections are recieved, the exam authority will verify these objections, and if discrepancies are found, it will publish a revised answer key before declaring AIBE 18 (XVIII) result.

No, there is no negative marking in All India Bar Examination 2023. 

Candidates often wonder how to calculate scores using AIBE 18 (XVIII) answer key 2023-24. They can refer to the instructions given below to calculate their scores for the bar examination;

Calculate the number of correct attempts - The official keys will be given in the answer key. So, pick the answer key and question paper for your paper code and then calculate the number of correct attempts. To calculate scores, you need to follow the marking scheme outlined in the AIBE 18 exam pattern 2024.

Calculate the total score: There is no negative marking in AIBE XVIII. So, you need to only calculate the correct attempts; allocate +1 marks for each correct answer. Then add the individual scores to arrive at the total score.

Check the qualifying marks: To qualify for the AIBE 18 2024 exam you need to score 40% marks (if you belong to the general category) and 35% marks (if you belong to SC/ST category). But note that post the re-evaluation of the provisional answer key, some questions may be dropped. If that happens, the qualifying cutoff score would be less than 40 marks (or less than 35 marks for SC/ST).

AIBE 18 final answer key 2023  will be released once all objections have ben received on the AIBE 18 Provisional Answer Key. AIBE 18 2023 results is expected be declared in next few weeks.

If candidates have any objections against any key given in the AIBE 18 answer key, they can follow the below-mentioned steps to file an objection: 

1. Click on the Objection filing link given above
2. You will be redirected to an "AIBE Objection'' form
3. Complete the following actions:
   • Select your Paper Code (A, B, C, or D)
   • Select the Question Number
   • The official answer will be automatically populated
   • Fill in your answer
   • Put in remarks, if any
   • Finally, attach a file with proof for your answer
4. Submit the AIBE XVIII objection form

The direct links to download the answer keys and question papers are given once provided by BCI. Candidates can follow the steps to download the AIBE 18 answer key as mentioned below:

• Click on the Answer Key / Question Paper code ( A, B, C, or D) you want to download 
• The corresponding AIBE XVIII answer key or question paper will open in downloadable pdf format 
• Download the answer key and question papers.

Kushal Kapoor, practising lawyer at District Court- Delhi, shared that the question paper was moderate and he expects over 80 marks. He said, the test centre allocation for him was best as he was allotted nearest test centre in Greater Noida, which is close to his residence. 

Atul Kumar shared that since the exam is no more an open book exam, it was bit difficult to attempt all the questions. He further added that the bare acts with short notes however helped him to cover maximum questions. 

Gauransh, the question paper was moderate. Even when the bare acts were allowed to be carried in the examination hall, he did not carry them. But he said he expects that he will score good as the question paper was moderate Meanwhile, Shrishti said that bare acts were very helpful as maximum questions were asked from the same. AIBE 18 Exam centre was well equipped and reaching the centre was moderate to easy.

The Bar Council of India (BCI) is expected to release the provisional answer key for AIBE 18 Exam by today evening. Students who appeared for the exam can check the answer key at the official website-allindiabarexamination.com.

As per the test-takers, the AIBE 18 Question paper 2023 carried precedent case laws, and landmark judgements directly from Bare Acts. Those who have already practiced the previous year's AIBE Question Paper said that the AIBE 18 2023 Question Paper was in similar lines to it. Read complete analysis here

The direct links to download the answer keys and question papers are given once provided by BCI. Candidates can follow the steps to download the AIBE 18 answer key as mentioned below:

• Click on the Answer Key / Question Paper code ( A, B, C, or D) you want to download 
• The corresponding AIBE XVIII answer key or question paper will open in downloadable pdf format 
• Download the answer key and question papers.

Piyush who appeared for the AIBE 18 exam 2023 for the second time, said the exam level was tough. We were allowed to carry Bare acts with short notes that helped us a lot in solving the AIBE Question Paper 2023.

The official provisional answer key of AIBE 18 will be made available for download at the official AIBE website; i.e. allindiabarexamination.com.

As per the AIBE 18 analysis shared by the test-takers to shiksha, the question paper was moderate, however it was lengthy. Detailed analysis of AIBE 2023 will be shared soon.

AIBE 18 Exam 2023 is now over. Candidates can download the AIBE 18 provisional answer key 2023 PDF from the official once published. The exam authority will publish the answer key for AIBE 18 Exam anytime soon.

Candidates can check and download the AIBE 18 2023 Answer Key following the steps given below:

• Go to the official website of AIBE, i.e., allindiabarexamination.com
• Click on the "AIBE 18 Answer Key" tab.
• Under the notification tab, find AIBE answer key PDF
• The answer key PDF will be displayed on the screen.
• Download the answer key and save it for future reference.

The official AIBE 18 provisional answer key will be available for download at the official AIBE website; i.e. allindiabarexamination.com.

The exam centre officials announced concluding AIBE 18 2023 Exam. Candidates will start leaving the test centres soon. The exam analysis of AIBE 18 will be published anytime soon.

AIBE 18 Exam got over at 1 pm. Candidates will be allowed to leave the test centres soon. Once they submit their answer sheets to the exam invigilator they can leave the test centre. 

Candidates must not worry as there is no negative marking in AIBE Exam. In AIBE, one mark is allotted for every correct answer. There is no negative marking for questions marked incorrect or left unanswered. 

The Bar Council of India will release the AIBE 18 (XVIII) Result 2023 within a week or so. However, the BCI has not confirmed any date of released of AIBE 18 Exam until now. 

AIBE 18 answer key is expected to be released by today evening or next few days on the official website. Meanwhile, there will be many unofficial sources of AIBE (18) XVIII 2023 answer key, however, candidates should not rely on such answer keys, and wait for the exam authority to publish the answer keys officially. 

The answer keys for AIBE 18 will be released in two phases - 1. Provisional Answer Key, and 2. Revised Answer Key

The candidates will be provided a window to raise objections on the provisional answer key for AIBE 18. After all the objections are recieved, the exam authority will verify these objections, and if discrepancies are found, it will publish a revised answer key before declaring AIBE 18 (XVIII) result.

• The question paper of AIBE carries one mark questions only.
• There will be a total of 100 questions.
• No negative marking to be done in case of incorrect answers.
• Candidates will get marks for the questions they attempt correctly. 
• Grace marks will be given when the answer key is revised and if there are any wrong questions found in the exam (to be verified through objections process). 

• Write down your roll number, name, and question paper booklet set code properly. 
• Attempt your question paper carefully, and do not leave the desk before 1 pm. 
• Washroom breaks to be allowed as per the discretion of centre officials/ exam invigilator, therefore, ask before you leave your desk.
• Do not ask for answers from fellow test-takers or it will be considered a ground for disqualification. In case of cheating, strict punishment is levied. 
• Fill the OMR sheet with black or blue ball point pen only.

AIBE 18 Exam will be conducted from 10 am to 1 pm. AIBE 18 (XVIII) Exam will be held in pen-and-paper mode. 

AIBE 18 Exam has begun. AIBE 18 Exam 2023 will be conducted in pen-and-paper mode. 

Yes, Bare Acts are allowed in the AIBE 18 Exam, As BCI has allowed Bare Act without Short Notes, candidates can take note of the following guidelines for the Bare Acts:

• Bare Acts without short notes (First Preference)

• Photocopies of Bare Act without Short Notes
• Downloaded/ Printout copies of Bare Act without Short Notes
• Copies of Bare Acts with short notes or least note (if without notes could not be obtained in any condition)
• Bare Act with Short Notes (May be allowed on request)

Candidates must not write anything on the Bare Act / Copies or they will not be allowed inside the examination hall (Candidates will be asked to leave it outside the examination hall).  

This year, more than 85,000 candidates are appearing for AIBE exam. The candidates who will qualify the bar exam as per the qualifying criteria will be issued Certificate of Practice latest by March 2024. 

Candidates have to secure minimum qualifying marks in AIBE 18 for obtaining Certificate of Practice - 40% for General/ OBC and 35% for SC/STPWD. There will be no criteria for top score. Candidates only need to obtain minimum 40 marks (35 marks for SC/ST/PWD) out of 100 marks to secure a 'PASS' from BCI. 

The Bar Councl of India has begun the entry of candidates for the AIB 18 Exam 2023 at different test centers across the country. 

Check out exam pattern of AIBE 18 2023:

Candidates must carry a printed out copy of AIBE 18 admit card as well as, an original or (clear) photocopy of their photo Identity proof including: 

• Voter ID,
• Aadhaar Card,
• PAN Card,
• Passport,
• Driver's License,
• Enrollment ID as issued by State Bar Councils

The photographs must be clearly visible or it won't be accepted as an ID proof. ID proof on mobile phones may be allowed on request with exam centre officials. However, candidates must not rely on this, and ensure keeping their ID on the exam day. 

As the exam authority has revised the exam duration for AIBE XVIII (reduced to 3 hours), candidates have to follow the exam day schedule as under:

Yes, Bare Acts are allowed in the AIBE 18 Exam, As BCI has allowed Bare Act without Short Notes, candidates can take note of the following guidelines for the Bare Acts:

• Bare Acts without short notes (First Preference)

• Photocopies of Bare Act without Short Notes
• Downloaded/ Printout copies of Bare Act without Short Notes
• Copies of Bare Acts with short notes or least note (if without notes could not be obtained in any condition)
• Bare Act with Short Notes (May be allowed on request)

Candidates must not write anything on the Bare Act / Copies or they will not be allowed inside the examination hall (Candidates will be asked to leave it outside the examination hall).  

As per the BCI guidelines, there is no specific dress code. The BCI has not specified any formal dress code as such. Candidates can wear either informal or formal clothes, whatever, is comfortable for them. Candidates should wear something warm, light and comfortable. Candidates must take care that the clothes are not something inappropriate.

Candidates can follow simple steps given below to download AIBE 18 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 2023 will be displayed on the screen
• Download and take a printout of the admit card

Picking the right set of books is only the first step towards effective AIBE preparation. To crack the exam, candidates need to have a well-formulated preparation strategy and a well-thought-out study plan. 

AIBE Exam is no longer an open-book exam. However, the BCI allows candidates to carry bare acts into the examination hall. However, candidates can only carry Bare Acts without comments to their examination hall. Since Bare Acts are not available with many, the BCI allows the candidates to carry Bare Acts with short notes.

Candidates can check important AIBE 18 Guidelines as released by BCI below:

• Candidates are required to carry this admit card along with one Photo ID proof to their respective examination centre.
• Candidates without admit card shall not be allowed to enter the examination centre.
• Candidates should report at their respective Examination Centre by 08:30 am
• Candidates will not be allowed to enter the Examination Centre after 10:15 am
• Candidates are allowed to carry only BARE ACTS (without notes and comments) inside the examination centre
• Electronic or Communication devices of any kind (such as mobile phones, laptops, smart watch etc.) and Books or Notes (except BARE ACTS without notes and comments) are not allowed in the Examination Hall
• Candidates shall not be allowed to leave the examination hall before the conclusion of the examination and without handing over the Answer sheet
• All markings on the answer sheet must be with Blue/Black Ball Point Pen only. Using a pencil for marking on the answer sheet will lead to Disqualification of the exam
• Candidate should enter the roll number on the answer sheet as it is mentioned on the admit card and fill in the respective ovals. Any mismatch would lead to disqualification
• Candidate must follow the instruction strictly as mentioned on the test booklet cover

BCI has released the syllabus for AIBE XVIII (18) syllabus 2023-24 as mentioned in the table below:

The Bar Council of India (BCI) released the AIBE 2023 eligibility criteria for candidates who will be appearing for the AIBE 18 Exam. To take AIBE, candidates need to fulfil the AIBE XVIII (18) eligibility criteria 2023-24 as mentioned below:

Education: Candidates should hold a three- or five-year LLB degree from a recognised institute or university by Bar Council of India

Enrollment with State Bar Council: Candidates should be enrolled as advocates with their respective State Bar Councils, under Section 24 (1) (f) of Advocates Act, 1961. Candidates must clear the AIBE exam within two years of enrollment at any of the state bar councils in the country.

Age bar: There is no upper or lower age limit to apply for AIBE 18 exam

As per the BCI guidelines, there is no specific dress code. The BCI has not specified any formal dress code as such. Candidates can wear either informal or formal clothes, whatever, is comfortable for them. Candidates should wear something warm, light and comfortable. Candidates must take care that the clothes are not something inappropriate. 

As the exam authority has revised the exam duration for AIBE XVIII (reduced to 3 hours), candidates have to follow the exam day schedule as under:

Given below are the important dos and don'ts for AIBE 18 2023 exam day. Candidates must follow these dos and don'ts to have a hassle free exam day.  

Candidates must report at the time mentioned in their admit card. Candidates can check the exact exam timings of AIBE 18 2023 on their admit card. They are advised to report to the AIBE 18 test centre 2023 at least one hour before the commencement of the test. This way they can avoid the last-minute rush and appear in the examination comfortably.

Candidates must note that there is no negative marking in AIBE Exam. 

Yes, Bare Acts are allowed in the AIBE 18 Exam, As BCI has allowed Bare Act without Short Notes, candidates can take note of the following guidelines for the Bare Acts:

• Bare Acts without short notes (First Preference)

• Photocopies of Bare Act without Short Notes
• Downloaded/ Printout copies of Bare Act without Short Notes
• Copies of Bare Acts with short notes or least note (if without notes could not be obtained in any condition)
• Bare Act with Short Notes (May be allowed on request)

Candidates must not write anything on the Bare Act / Copies or they will not be allowed inside the examination hall (Candidates will be asked to leave it outside the examination hall).

As per the BCI guidelines, there is no specific dress code. The BCI has not specified any formal dress code as such. Candidates can wear either informal or formal clothes, whatever, is comfortable for them. Candidates should wear something warm, light and comfortable. Candidates must take care that the clothes are not something inappropriate. 

The Bar Council of India (BCI) released the AIBE 2023 eligibility criteria for candidates who will be appearing for the AIBE 18 Exam. To take AIBE, candidates need to fulfil the AIBE XVIII (18) eligibility criteria 2023-24 as mentioned below:

Education: Candidates should hold a three- or five-year LLB degree from a recognised institute or university by Bar Council of India

Enrollment with State Bar Council: Candidates should be enrolled as advocates with their respective State Bar Councils, under Section 24 (1) (f) of Advocates Act, 1961. Candidates must clear the AIBE exam within two years of enrollment at any of the state bar councils in the country.

Age bar: There is no upper or lower age limit to apply for AIBE 18 exam

BCI has released the syllabus for AIBE XVIII (18) syllabus 2023-24 as mentioned in the table below:

Candidates can follow simple steps given below to download AIBE 18 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 2023 will be displayed on the screen
• Download and take a printout of the admit card

As the exam authority has revised the exam duration for AIBE XVIII (reduced to 3 hours), candidates have to follow the exam day schedule as under:

Given below are the important dos and don'ts for AIBE 18 2023 exam day. Candidates must follow these dos and don'ts to have a hassle free exam day.  

Candidates must report at the time mentioned in their admit card. Candidates can check the exact exam timings of AIBE 18 2023 on their admit card. They are advised to report to the AIBE 18 test centre 2023 at least one hour before the commencement of the test. This way they can avoid the last-minute rush and appear in the examination comfortably.

Picking the right set of books is only the first step towards effective AIBE preparation. To crack the exam, candidates need to have a well-formulated preparation strategy and a well-thought-out study plan. 

AIBE Exam is no longer an open-book exam. However, the BCI allows candidates to carry bare acts into the examination hall. However, candidates can only carry Bare Acts without comments to their examination hall. Since Bare Acts are not available with many, the BCI allows the candidates to carry Bare Acts with short notes.

Candidates can check important AIBE 18 Guidelines as released by BCI below:

• Candidates are required to carry this admit card along with one Photo ID proof to their respective examination centre.
• Candidates without admit card shall not be allowed to enter the examination centre.
• Candidates should report at their respective Examination Centre by 08:30 am
• Candidates will not be allowed to enter the Examination Centre after 10:15 am
• Candidates are allowed to carry only BARE ACTS (without notes and comments) inside the examination centre
• Electronic or Communication devices of any kind (such as mobile phones, laptops, smart watch etc.) and Books or Notes (except BARE ACTS without notes and comments) are not allowed in the Examination Hall
• Candidates shall not be allowed to leave the examination hall before the conclusion of the examination and without handing over the Answer sheet
• All markings on the answer sheet must be with Blue/Black Ball Point Pen only. Using a pencil for marking on the answer sheet will lead to Disqualification of the exam
• Candidate should enter the roll number on the answer sheet as it is mentioned on the admit card and fill in the respective ovals. Any mismatch would lead to disqualification
• Candidate must follow the instruction strictly as mentioned on the test booklet cover

There will be multiple test centres available in the listed cities as mentioned in the table below. Go through the list of states and test cities where candidates need to appear for the AIBE examination:

The detailed syllabus of AIBE XVIII (18) 2023 examination for 100 marks below:

Candidates can check important AIBE 18 Guidelines as released by BCI below:

• Candidates are required to carry this admit card along with one Photo ID proof to their respective examination centre.
• Candidates without admit card shall not be allowed to enter the examination centre.
• Candidates should report at their respective Examination Centre by 08:30 am
• Candidates will not be allowed to enter the Examination Centre after 10:15 am
• Candidates are allowed to carry only BARE ACTS (without notes and comments) inside the examination centre
• Electronic or Communication devices of any kind (such as mobile phones, laptops, smart watch etc.) and Books or Notes (except BARE ACTS without notes and comments) are not allowed in the Examination Hall
• Candidates shall not be allowed to leave the examination hall before the conclusion of the examination and without handing over the Answer sheet
• All markings on the answer sheet must be with Blue/Black Ball Point Pen only. Using a pencil for marking on the answer sheet will lead to Disqualification of the exam
• Candidate should enter the roll number on the answer sheet as it is mentioned on the admit card and fill in the respective ovals. Any mismatch would lead to disqualification
• Candidate must follow the instruction strictly as mentioned on the test booklet cover

As the exam authority has revised the exam duration for AIBE XVIII (reduced to 3 hours), candidates have to follow the exam day schedule as under:

Given below are the important dos and don'ts for AIBE 18 2023 exam day. Candidates must follow these dos and don'ts to have a hassle free exam day.  

AIBE aspirants often question whether there is any limit on the number of attempts for the bar examination. However, BCI has made it clear to all law graduates that:

• They can attempt AIBE examination multiple times until qualified. 
• They can attempt AIBE even after they fail several times.

Therefore, attempts for the AIBE examination is unlimited till they qualify for it as per the minimum marks required. However, candidates have to qualify for AIBE within two years of provisional enrollment with the State Bar Council. 

Candidates who appear for AIBE 18 exam have to obtain minimum qualifying marks as set by BCI, to be eligible for issuing a Certificate of Practice. The minimum marks requirement for AIBE COP Eligibility is as under: 

• Candidates belonging to General/ OBC category must obtain at least 40% marks from the total scores of the AIBE exam. 
• Candidates belonging to SC/ST/PWD category must obtain at least 35% marks in the AIBE examination.

The academic eligibility criteria for AIBE applicants who are physically challenged or disabled is the same, however, such candidates must ensure that they have: 

• A disability certificate as issued by a medical authority.
• The disability certificate should mention 50 per cent or more disabilities under specific categories like blindness, amputated arms, or any other physical incapability.

This is a requirement if candidates want to increase their exam duration by 20 minutes per hour i.e. they will be allowed an extra time of one hour for AIBE exam duration.

Candidates can follow simple steps given below to download AIBE 18 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 2023 will be displayed on the screen
• Download and take a printout of the admit card

The Bar Council of India (BCI) released AIBE 18 admit card 2023 on December 3, 2023 online. The AIBE's official website is allindiabarerxamination.com.  It must be noted that AIBE 18 Admit Card 2023 is the most important document and without it candidates won't be allowed to appear in AIBE Exam.

According to AIBE 18 syllabus, there are 19 topics (law) from which questions will be framed in the certification exam. The offline-based AIBE Exam carries 100 objective-type questions. As per the revised AIBE Exam Pattern, AIBE is not an open-book exam. As per the new exam pattern, candidates are allowed to carry Bare Acts without notes.

AIBE Exam Pattern 2023-24

BCI has released the syllabus for AIBE XVIII (18) syllabus 2023-24 as mentioned in the table below:

The Bar Council of India (BCI) released the AIBE 2023 eligibility criteria for candidates who will be appearing for the AIBE 18 Exam. To take AIBE, candidates need to fulfil the AIBE XVIII (18) eligibility criteria 2023-24 as mentioned below:

Education: Candidates should hold a three- or five-year LLB degree from a recognised institute or university by Bar Council of India

Enrollment with State Bar Council: Candidates should be enrolled as advocates with their respective State Bar Councils, under Section 24 (1) (f) of Advocates Act, 1961. Candidates must clear the AIBE exam within two years of enrollment at any of the state bar councils in the country.

Age bar: There is no upper or lower age limit to apply for AIBE 18 exam

As per the BCI guidelines, there is no specific dress code. The BCI has not specified any formal dress code as such. Candidates can wear either informal or formal clothes, whatever, is comfortable for them. Candidates should wear something warm, light and comfortable. Candidates must take care that the clothes are not something inappropriate. 

Yes, Bare Acts are allowed in the AIBE 18 Exam, As BCI has allowed Bare Act without Short Notes, candidates can take note of the following guidelines for the Bare Acts:

• Bare Acts without short notes (First Preference)

• Photocopies of Bare Act without Short Notes
• Downloaded/ Printout copies of Bare Act without Short Notes
• Copies of Bare Acts with short notes or least note (if without notes could not be obtained in any condition)
• Bare Act with Short Notes (May be allowed on request)

Candidates must not write anything on the Bare Act / Copies or they will not be allowed inside the examination hall (Candidates will be asked to leave it outside the examination hall).  

As the exam authority has revised the exam duration for AIBE XVIII (reduced to 3 hours), candidates have to follow the exam day schedule as under:

Candidates must report at the time mentioned in their admit card. Candidates can check the exact exam timings of AIBE 18 2023 on their admit card. They are advised to report to the AIBE 18 test centre 2023 at least one hour before the commencement of the test. This way they can avoid the last-minute rush and appear in the examination comfortably.

The schedule for AIBE 2024 admit card dates is as per the table below: