New Delhi, Delhi
The Bar Council of India (BCI) has started the online registration process for the All India Bar Examination, AIBE 22 (XXII) 2026. Law graduates who wish to appear for the examination can submit their applications online through the official portal. The examination is important for law graduates who want to pursue a career in advocacy and obtain a Certificate of Practice (CoP).
The application process for AIBE 22 began on August 19, 2026. The last date for online registration is October 27, 2026, while the deadline for payment of the examination fee is October 28, 2026. According to the announced schedule, the AIBE 22 examination will be conducted on November 29, 2026.
Highlights
- BCI has started online registration for AIBE 22.
- The last date to submit the application is October 27, 2026.
- The examination fee can be paid until October 28, 2026.
- The AIBE 22 examination will be held on November 29, 2026.
- Candidates can apply through the online application process.
Who Can Apply?
To appear for AIBE, candidates must hold a law degree from a university or institution recognised by the Bar Council of India. Candidates should have completed either a 3-year LLB programme or a 5-year integrated LLB programme.
Minimum academic eligibility requirements also apply. General and OBC category candidates are required to have at least 45 per cent marks, while SC and ST category candidates must have secured a minimum of 40 per cent marks, as per the stated eligibility criteria.
Generally, there is no upper age limit for appearing in the AIBE examination. Therefore, candidates who meet the prescribed educational qualifications are not excluded from the examination on the basis of age.
What Is the AIBE Examination Conducted For?
The All India Bar Examination is conducted to assess the professional competence of candidates who have completed their legal education in India. After qualifying for the examination, eligible candidates can proceed with the process of obtaining a Certificate of Practice, which allows them to practise law before courts in accordance with the applicable rules and regulations.
How to Apply for AIBE 22?
Candidates need to visit the online application portal and complete the registration process for AIBE 22. During the application process, candidates will be required to provide their personal details, educational qualifications and information related to the required documents. They must then pay the prescribed examination fee.
Candidates are advised to carefully review all the information entered before submitting the application. Errors in details such as name, date of birth, educational qualifications and other important information may cause problems later.
Applicants interested in appearing for AIBE 22 should not wait until the last date to complete their registration. After successfully submitting the application, candidates should keep the confirmation page and payment receipt safely for future reference.
Candidates should also carefully check the official notification issued by the BCI before applying for complete information regarding eligibility, examination fees, required documents, exam pattern and other applicable rules.
