The Bar Council of India (BCI) has announced the syllabus for the All India Bar Exam XXII (AIBE 22) 2026. The exam will consist of 100 questions covering 19 different sections. Eligible law graduates can register for the exam through the official AIBE website before the deadline on October 27, 2026.
- The AIBE 22 exam will have 100 questions from 19 topics.
- Registration closes on October 27, 2026, and application fee payment deadline is October 28.
- Admit cards will be issued on October 30, 2026.
- The exam date is November 14, 2026.
- Passing the exam grants the Certificate of Practice to practice law in India.
What is the structure of the AIBE 22 syllabus for 2026?
The syllabus for AIBE 22 includes 19 sections with a total of 100 questions. The distribution of questions is as follows:
| Topic | Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| Constitutional Law | 10 |
| Indian Penal Code (IPC) & Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (New) | 8 |
| Criminal Procedure Code (Cr. P. C.) & Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (New) | 10 |
| Code of Civil Procedure (C. P. C.) | 10 |
| Evidence Act & Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (New) | 8 |
| Alternative Dispute Redressal including Arbitration Act | 4 |
| Family Law | 8 |
| Public Interest Litigation | 4 |
| Administration Law | 3 |
| Professional Ethics & Cases of Professional Misconduct under BCI Rules | 4 |
| Company Law | 2 |
| Environmental Law | 2 |
| Cyber Law | 2 |
| Labour & Industrial Law | 4 |
| Law of Tort, including Motor Vehicle Act and Consumer Protection Law | 5 |
| Law related to Taxation | 4 |
| Law of Contract, Specific Relief, Property Laws, Negotiable Instrument Act | 8 |
| Land Acquisition Act | 2 |
| Intellectual Property Laws | 2 |
How can candidates register for AIBE 22 2026?
Law graduates who meet the eligibility criteria can register on the official AIBE website. The last date to register is October 27, 2026. Candidates must pay the application fee by October 28, 2026. The fee is Rs 3,500 for general, OBC, and EWS candidates, while other categories pay Rs 2,500.
Applicants can also make corrections to their application forms until October 28, 2026.
When will the AIBE 22 admit card be available and when is the exam?
The Bar Council of India will release the AIBE 22 admit card on October 30, 2026. The exam is scheduled for November 14, 2026.
What happens after passing the AIBE 22 exam?
Students who pass the AIBE 22 exam will receive the Certificate of Practice (CoP) issued by the Bar Council of India. This certificate allows qualifying advocates to practice law in courts throughout India.
Can candidates who failed previous AIBE exams apply again?
Candidates who failed in earlier AIBE XX or XXI exams do not need to register anew. They can log in with their existing credentials to fill and submit the AIBE XXII application form before the deadline.
