AIBE 22nd Exam: Application Process and Syllabus Details

The application process for the 22nd All India Bar Examination (AIBE) is now open, with the exam set for November 14, 2026. Candidates can apply until October 27, 2026, and the syllabus has been released, detailing 100 questions across 19 subjects. Key subjects include Constitutional Law and the Code of Civil Procedure, each featuring 10 questions. This article provides essential information on the application timeline and subject breakdown, ensuring candidates are well-prepared for the upcoming exam.

By Ambika Singh Oct 16, 2026, 11:20 IST

Overview of AIBE 22nd Exam

AIBE 22nd Exam: The application phase for the 22nd All India Bar Examination (AIBE) is currently open. The Bar Council of India (BCI) has also published the syllabus for this examination. Scheduled for November 14, 2026, the exam will feature a single paper with 100 questions spanning 19 subjects. The BCI will compile a final merit list based on the correct responses, which will be utilized to issue the Certificate of Practice (COP) for legal practitioners.

Application Process and Exam Timeline

AIBE 22nd Application and Exam Schedule
Candidates who have completed their law education and meet the eligibility criteria can apply for the AIBE, organized by the Bar Council of India. Applications for the AIBE 22nd exam can be submitted until October 27, 2026, through the official website, allindiabarexamination.com.

Key Dates for AIBE 22nd Exam

Event	Date
Last date for application	October 27, 2026
Last date for application fee submission	October 28, 2026
Last date for application corrections	October 28, 2026
Admit card release date	October 30, 2026
AIBE 22nd Exam Date	November 14, 2026

The exam will consist of 100 questions derived from 19 subjects, as outlined in the syllabus released by the BCI.

Subjects Covered in AIBE 22nd Exam

Subjects for AIBE 22nd Exam
The BCI has detailed that the AIBE 22nd exam will include questions from 19 subjects. The following is the breakdown of the number of questions allocated to each subject:

10 questions from Constitutional Law
10 questions from the Code of Criminal Procedure and the new Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita
10 questions from the Code of Civil Procedure
8 questions from the Indian Penal Code and the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
8 questions from the Evidence Act and the new Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam
8 questions from Contract Law, Specific Relief, Property Law, and the Negotiable Instruments Act
8 questions from Family Law
5 questions from the Law of Torts, including the Motor Vehicles Act and Consumer Protection Law
4 questions from Alternative Dispute Resolution, including the Arbitration Act
4 questions from Labour and Industrial Law
4 questions from Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
4 questions from Taxation Law
4 questions from Professional Conduct and Professional Misconduct under BCI rules
3 questions from Administrative Law
2 questions from Company Law
2 questions from Environmental Law
2 questions from Cyber Law
2 questions from the Land Acquisition Act
2 questions from Intellectual Property Law