Ultimate AIBE 20 Exam 2025 Guide

Table of Contents 

1. AIBE 20 Exam Date & Time 
2. AIBE 20 Eligibility and Age Limit 
3. Exam Pattern of AIBE 20 
4. AIBE 20 Syllabus  
5. AIBE 20 Preparation Strategy 
6. Bare Acts to Carry for AIBE 20 
7. Important Points About Bare Acts 
8. Conclusion 

The All-India Bar Examination (AIBE) is not just another qualifying test—it is the gateway to your legal career, the bridge between being a law graduate and a practicing advocate. The AIBE 20 Examination, scheduled for November 30, 2025, is conducted by the Bar Council of India (BCI) to ensure that every advocate possesses the fundamental knowledge and skills required to practice law in Indian courts. With 19 law subjects, 100 multiple-choice questions, and the unique opportunity to carry Bare Acts into the exam hall, AIBE 20 demands focused preparation, strategic planning, and thorough understanding of legal principles. 

This is your moment to prove that you are ready to uphold justice, serve clients with integrity, and contribute meaningfully to the legal profession. 

AIBE 20 Exam Date & Time 

AIBE 20 Eligibility and Age Limit 

Educational Qualification: 

• Candidates must possess an LLB degree (3-year or 5-year program) from any university recognized by the Bar Council of India. 

Enrollment Requirement: 

• Must be enrolled as an advocate with any State Bar Council. 

Final Year Students: 

• Final-year LLB students without any backlogs are eligible to apply for AIBE 20. 

Age Limit: 

• Minimum Age: 21 years at the time of examination 
• Maximum Age: No upper age limit 

Important Points: 

• Candidates already practicing law without clearing AIBE are required to pass this examination 
• The Certificate of Practice (CoP) issued after clearing AIBE is mandatory to practice law in Indian courts 

Exam Pattern of AIBE 20 

 AIBE 20 Syllabus 

The AIBE 20 Syllabus comprises 19 core law subjects with varying weightage. Here is the complete subject-wise breakdown: 

AIBE 20 Preparation Strategy 

• Prioritize High-Weightage Subjects 
  Focus 60% on: Constitutional Law, CrPC/BNSS, CPC, IPC/BNS, Evidence/BSA, Legal Maxims (total ~55 marks). 
• Study New Criminal Laws Thoroughly 
  Understand key changes in BNS, BNSS, and BSA; memorize important sections and timelines. 
• Practice with Bare Acts 
  Use Bare Acts for preparation; learn section-finding, highlight key provisions, avoid over-reliance on commentaries. 
• Solve PYQs and Mock Tests 
  Practice AIBE papers (2011–2024); take timed mocks (3.5 hours) to improve speed and accuracy. 
• Prepare Short Revision Notes 
  Include definitions, key sections, landmark cases, legal maxims, and exceptions for quick revision. 
• Cover Easy Scoring Areas 
  Revise Professional Ethics (Advocates Act + BCI Rules) and memorize 50–70 legal maxims. 
• Final Week Strategy 
  Focus only on short notes, daily maxims, section-finding drills, and alternate-day mocks; stay calm and confident. 

Bare Acts to Carry for AIBE 20 

The Bar Council of India permits candidates to carry Bare Acts without notes and comments into the examination hall. Here is the comprehensive list of essential Bare Acts: 

Core Bare Acts (Must Carry) 

1. The Constitution of India, 1950(with latest amendments) 
2. Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023/Indian Penal Code, 1860 
3. Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023/Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 
4. Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), 2023/Indian Evidence Act, 1872 
5. Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 
6. Indian Contract Act, 1872 
7. Specific Relief Act, 1963 
8. Transfer of Property Act, 1882 
9. Limitation Act, 1963 

Family Laws (Choose Applicable) 

1. Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 
2. Hindu Succession Act, 1956 
3. Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act, 1956 
4. Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act, 1937 
5. Special Marriage Act, 1954 

Other Important Acts 

1. Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 
2. Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 
3. Consumer Protection Act, 2019 
4. Information Technology Act, 2000 
5. Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 
6. The Advocates Act, 1961 
7. Environment Protection Act, 1986 
8. Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 

Intellectual Property Laws 

1. Copyright Act, 1957 
2. Trade Marks Act, 1999 
3. Patents Act, 1970 

Labour Laws (Choose Key Acts) 

1. Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 
2. Payment of Wages Act, 1936 
3. Employees' Provident Funds Act, 1952 

Company Law 

1. Companies Act, 2013 (Key Sections) 

Important Points About Bare Acts 

What is Allowed: 

• Bare Acts without any notes, comments, or annotations. 
• Bare Acts with short notes (minimal commentary) if pure Bare Acts are unavailable. 
• Highlighting or color-coding of sections (check centre-specific rules). 
• Bookmarks or tabs for quick navigation. 

What is NOT Allowed: 

• Textbooks or study guides. 
• Commentaries like Ratanlal & Dhirajlal (annotated versions). 
• Handwritten notes inside Bare Acts. 
• Digital copies (phones, tablets, laptops). 
• Any material with explanations or case law discussions. 

Pro Tips for Using Bare Acts in Exam: 

1. Familiarize yourself with indexes of each act before the exam 
2. Practice quick section finding during mock tests 
3. Use sticky tabs to mark frequently referenced sections 
4. Don't spend more than 2 minutes per question searching in Bare Acts 
5. If you can't find a section quickly, use your knowledge and move on 

Conclusion 

The AIBE 20 Examination on November 30, 2025, is your stepping stone to a fulfilling career in law. This is not just an exam—it is your declaration that you are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and ethical foundation to serve justice and represent clients in the highest traditions of the legal profession.