AIBE 21 (XXI) Application Form 2026 - Registration Link, Fees, Eligibility & Exam Date

Bar Council of India (BCI)
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Overview

AIBE 21 (XXI) 2026 registration is open from February 11, 2026, to April 30, 2026. The exam, conducted offline, is scheduled for June 7, 2026. Eligible law graduates with a LL.B degree (3-year or 5-year) from a BCI-recognised institution can apply to obtain the Certificate of Practice and commence legal practice in India. The application fee is ₹3,500 for General/OBC and ₹2,500 for SC/ST. Direct application links and official resources are provided below.

Total Vacancies

TBA

Age Limit

TBA

Age Details

Age

  • There is no minimum or maximum age limit mentioned for AIBE 21 (XXI) 2026.

Eligibility

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must have passed a 3-year LL.B or 5-year LL.B from a Bar Council of India (BCI) recognised university or college.
  • Final-year or final-semester LL.B students without any backlogs are eligible.
  • No minimum percentage of marks is required.
  • No upper or lower age limit.
  • Candidates must be eligible for enrolment with a State Bar Council (or already enrolled) to receive the Certificate of Practice after qualifying AIBE.
  • Indian citizens and OCI/PIO candidates with an Indian LL.B degree are eligible.

Note: Candidates who have passed but have not yet received their degree or enrolment certificate can apply with an undertaking (please check the official notification for details).

Important Dates

Application Start

11/02/26

Application End

30/04/26

Date Details

Important Dates

  • Online Registration Starts: 11-02-2026
  • Last Date to Submit Application: 30-04-2026
  • Last Date for Fee Payment: 01-05-2026
  • Application Correction Window: 03-05-2026
  • Admit Card Release: 22-05-2026
  • AIBE 21 Exam Date: 07-06-2026
  • Provisional Answer Key (Expected): Mid-June 2026

Application Fees

Application Fees

General / OBC

₹3,500

SC / ST

₹2,500 The fee is non-refundable and can be paid online through debit/credit card or net banking.

How to Apply

Other Instructions

  • Visit the official website to register for AIBE 21 (XXI) 2026 and follow the step-by-step registration process.
  • Ensure you have scanned copies of required documents in PDF/JPG format (usually below 1 MB per file).
  • Keep a valid payment method ready for online fee submission.
  • After successful submission, download and print the confirmation page for your records.
  • Refer to the official notification for any updates or changes in dates, eligibility, or fees.

Documents Required (for AIBE 21 Application 2026)

  • Recent passport-size photograph
  • Scanned signature
  • LL.B marksheet/degree certificate (or undertaking for final-year students)
  • State Bar Council enrolment certificate (if available; undertaking otherwise)
  • Category certificate (SC/ST)
  • Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Passport, etc.)
  • All documents should be in PDF/JPG format (size usually below 1 MB)

Frequently Asked Questions

Which body conducts the "AIBE 21 (XXI) Application Form 2026 - Registration Link, Fees, Eligibility & Exam Date"?

The "AIBE 21 (XXI) Application Form 2026 - Registration Link, Fees, Eligibility & Exam Date" is conducted by the Bar Council of India (BCI).

When do applications for "AIBE 21 (XXI) Application Form 2026 - Registration Link, Fees, Eligibility & Exam Date" start?

Applications for "AIBE 21 (XXI) Application Form 2026 - Registration Link, Fees, Eligibility & Exam Date" begin on 11/02/26.

What is the last date to apply for "AIBE 21 (XXI) Application Form 2026 - Registration Link, Fees, Eligibility & Exam Date"?

The deadline to apply for "AIBE 21 (XXI) Application Form 2026 - Registration Link, Fees, Eligibility & Exam Date" is 30/04/26.

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