AIBE XXII registration begins today; check dates, fees, eligibility and application process

AIBE 22 registration starts August 19; check deadline, admit card date and examination schedule

AIBE 22 registration 2026: Online registration for the All India Bar Examination XXII (AIBE XXII) has started today, August 19, 2026. Law graduates and eligible final-year law students can submit their applications through the official AIBE website. The registration window will remain open until October 27, 2026.The Bar Council of India (BCI) has scheduled the AIBE XXII examination for November 29, 2026. The examination will be conducted in offline pen-and-paper mode. Candidates preparing to appear for the examination should complete registration within the prescribed schedule and ensure that their uploaded documents meet the specified requirements.AIBE XXII important datesThe registration and examination schedule includes the application deadline, fee payment period, correction window and admit card release.

AIBE 22 eligibility criteriaCandidates must have completed a three-year or five-year LL.B. degree from a BCI-recognised university or an approved institution affiliated with a recognised university.• Direct link to apply onlineFinal-year or final-semester law students without backlogs from previous semesters are also eligible under the applicable BCI guidelines. Previous BCI notifications have confirmed eligibility for final-year candidates and certain law graduates awaiting degree or enrolment formalities.All India Bar ExaminationCandidates are required to have State Bar Council enrolment and a valid enrolment number, subject to the eligibility provisions applicable to their category.AIBE 22 application fee and documentsThe application fee is Rs 3,500 for General, OBC and EWS candidates. SC, ST and PwD candidates are required to pay Rs 2,500.Candidates should keep a recent passport-size photograph, signature, State Bar Council enrolment certificate and photo identity proof ready before completing the application.

The enrolment certificate and identity document should be self-attested as required during the application process.

How to apply for AIBE 22

Step 1: Visit the official AIBE website and open the registration link.Step 2: Enter basic details, including the State Bar Council enrolment number and state.Step 3: Log in with the generated credentials and complete personal and academic details.Step 4: Upload the photograph, signature and required documents.Step 5: Pay the application fee through the available online payment options.Step 6: Check all details before submitting the final application.Candidates should retain a copy of the submitted application and payment confirmation for future reference.AIBE XXII examination scheduleThe AIBE XXII examination will be held on November 29, 2026. The admit card is scheduled to be released on November 14, 2026. Candidates should check the official AIBE portal for examination-centre details and subsequent instructions.