AIBE XX (20) Exam Pattern 2025 – Candidates preparing for the AIBE XX Exam must consult the official exam pattern prescribed by the Bar Council of India (BCI). The exam pattern of AIBE 2025 includes insights into the types of questions asked, sections, section-wise questions, weightage, mode of the exam, test duration, and language.
BCI will conduct the AIBE (XX) 2025 exam on November 30, 2025 (1 pm – 4 pm). The duration of the exam will be 3 hours (down from 3 hours 30 minutes in the previous edition).
The AIBE exam 2025 will include only multiple-choice questions; so you don’t need to spend time practicing long-form answers.
Also, note that AIBE is no longer an open-book exam!
You are not allowed to carry books and study materials inside the AIBE (20) exam center 2025. However, you can carry Bare Acts without comments (or notes). Do consult also the updated AIBE 2026 syllabus to prepare for the exam.
Keep reading to learn the full details about the AIBE XX exam pattern 2025.
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AIBE 2025 Exam Pattern – Highlights
The exam pattern for the AIBE 2025 exam is given in the table below.
| Particulars | Description |
| Where to follow AIBE (XX) Exam Notification | To follow official AIBE exam notification – Click Here |
| Exam duration | 3 hours (1 pm – 4 pm) Old Pattern: 3 hours 30 minutes (10 am to 1.30 pm) |
| Exam mode | Offline mode |
| Number of Questions | 100 |
| Topic/ Subject | The AIBE question paper will include questions from 19 sections. The number of questions that will be asked from each section is given in the table below. |
| Total marks | 100 marks |
| Type of questions | Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) |
| Marking Scheme | 1 mark will be awarded for a correct attempt. There is no negative marking. |
| Skills tested | 1. The exam assesses basic level knowledge of a member 2. It also lays down a minimum benchmark for entering into practice of law 3. Assesses a candidate’s analytical skills. |
| Language options | Candidates can appear in the bar exam in English and 22 vernacular languages: 1) Assamese, (2) Bengali, (3) Gujarati, (4) Hindi, (5) Kannada, (6) Kashmiri (7) Konkani, (8) Malayalam, (9) Manipuri, (10) Marathi, (11) Nepali (12 Oriya, (13) Punjabi, (14) Sanskrit, (15) Sindhi, (16) Tamil, (17) Telugu, 18) Urdu (19) Bodo, (20) Santhali, (21) Maithili and (22) Dogri |
| Difficulty level | The AIBE exam tests the basic skills that are required to become a lawyer. The syllabus of the exam is based on 3-year and 5-year LLB programs. This means, the difficulty level of the AIBE exam is easy to moderate. |
| Useful Resources | Read – AIBE 2025 exam syllabus Read – Best books to Prepare for AIBE 2025 Exam |
AIBE 20 (XX) Exam Pattern – Topics, No. of Questions
The topic-wise questions that will be asked in the AIBE (20) XX 2025 exam are given in the table below.
| Sl.No | AIBE Topic/ Subject | Number of Questions |
| 1 | Constitutional Law | 10 |
| 2 | I. P. C. (Indian Penal Code) & (New)Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita | 8 |
| 3 | Cr. P. C. (Criminal Procedure Code) & (New)Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita | 10 |
| 4 | C.P.C. (Code of Civil Procedure) | 10 |
| 5 | Evidence Act & (New) Bharatiya SakshyaAdhiniyam | 8 |
| 6 | Alternate Dispute Redressal Including Arbitration Act | 4 |
| 7 | Family Law | 8 |
| 8 | Public Interest Litigation (PIL) | 4 |
| 9 | Administration Law | 3 |
| 10 | Professional Ethics and Cases of Professional Misconduct under BCI Rules | 4 |
| 11 | Company Law | 2 |
| 12 | Environmental Law | 2 |
| 13 | Cyber Law | 2 |
| 14 | Labour and Industrial Law | 4 |
| 15 | Law of Tort, including Motor Vehicle Act and Consumer Protection Law | 5 |
| 16 | Law Related to Taxation | 4 |
| 17 | Law of Contract, Specific Relief, Property Laws, Negotiable Instrument Act | 8 |
| 18 | Land Acquisition Act | 2 |
| 19 | Intellectual Property Laws | 2 |
| Total | 100 |
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AIBE (XX) 2025 – How to Prepare for the exam
The AIBE exam will test a law graduate’s knowledge of fundamental legal subjects and ability to practice in a court of law.
To ace the exam you will need smart planning and consistent revision.
Begin by understanding the exam structure. While AIBE was previously an open-book exam, it currently only allows candidates to carry Bare Acts (uncommented statutory laws).
The offline-based exam will have 100 multiple-choice questions covering constitutional law, criminal law, IPC, CPC, CrPC, Evidence Act, professional ethics, recent judgments, etc.
Start by collecting the official syllabus and previous years’ question papers to identify recurring topics. Focus especially on frequently tested sections such as fundamental rights, landmark judgments, and procedural codes.
Prepare short notes or flowcharts for complex topics like CPC, CrPC, and Evidence Act to save time. Practice solving past AIBE question papers within the time limit to build speed and accuracy. Since negative marking does not apply, attempt all questions. Develop a strategy to attempt easier sections first, ensuring maximum scoring.
Alongside legal subjects, revise professional ethics and Bar Council rules thoroughly, as they carry significant weight. Keep updated with recent amendments and important Supreme Court rulings.
In the final week, revise key provisions daily instead of cramming. On exam day, carry well-organized bare acts without notes, stay calm, and manage time wisely. Consistent practice, clear organization, and effective referencing are the keys to cracking AIBE confidently.
AIBE XIX Exam-day Guidelines
The BCI conducted the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) on December 22, 2024 (10 am to 1) pm.
The BCI had released exam day guidelines that candidates needed to follow on exam-day. The guidelines were outlined in the admit card of AIBE 2024.
Candidates who break exam-day rules run the risk of being disqualified.
Dos and don’ts for the AIBE Exam
| Dos | Don’ts |
| The candidate must carry a Blue/Black Ball Point Pen for filling the OMR answer sheet. | Electronic items including mobile phones, pager, watch, ipad and calculator, etc., are not allowed inside the AIBE 2024 exam venue. |
| Document checklist: AIBE XIX admit card A valid photo ID proof | Eatables are not allowed inside the exam venue. |
| Photo ID and a passport size photo | Entry gates will be close an sometime before the exam starts. So, don’t be late. |
| Self-attest the self-declaration form before reaching the test centre. | The candidate is not allowed to carry the AIBE question paper outside the exam hall. |
| Arrive at the AIBE exam centre per the reporting time mentioned on the admit card. | Don’t obstruct frisking or identification activities conducted by exam officials. |
| Wear comfortable and decent clothing for the exam. | It is recommended to avoid jewellery and clothing with too many pockets. Also, don’t put on any face covering, except for religious purposes. |
| Rough sheets should be handed over to the invigilator once the exam is over |
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AIBE Exam Syllabus 2025
The exam syllabus for the AIBE 2025 exam has been released by the BCI.
The syllabus has been kept the same as in the last edition. BCI last revised the syllabus for the AIBE 2024 edition.
The candidate can consult the existing syllabus to prepared for the AIBE (XX) 2025 exam. The AIBE syllabus is divided in 19 units. The syllabus includes the number of questions that will be asked from each of these units/ topics.
Carefully refer to the syllabus for AIBE exam preparation.