The Bar Council of India (BCI) has released comprehensive guidelines for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) 21, which is set to take place on June 7, 2026. The registration phase for AIBE 21 is presently active. Applicants can sign up online until April 30, 2026, by visiting the official website.
Application dates and corrections window dates
Candidates can file the AIBE XXI application online via the official sites, barcouncilofindia.org and allindiabarexamination.com, until April 30. The deadline for remitting the exam fee is May 1.
According to the timeline, the application correction period will stay open until May 3, enabling candidates to amend mistakes in their submitted applications. The AIBE 21 admit cards are set to be released on May 22, and the examination is scheduled for June 7, 2026.
Only individuals who have completed either a three-year or five-year LLB programme from BCI-recognised universities or colleges qualify to apply for AIBE 21.
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Exam Date and Admission Regulations
AIBE 21 will be held in offline mode with OMR sheets at multiple locations on June 7, 2026. Examinees must arrive at their designated centre at the specified time noted on their admit card. Access to the examination hall will be restricted prior to the commencement of the exam. No late admissions will be permitted under any circumstances.
It is mandatory for candidates to present a printed admit card along with a valid government-issued photo identification. Valid ID proofs include Aadhaar card, passport, voter ID, or driving licence. Individuals who fail to provide these documents will be barred from participating in the examination.
In line with the official guidelines, applicants are expected to arrive at their assigned examination venues by 11:30 AM. The BCI has firmly stated that no applicant will be permitted entry into the exam hall after 1:15 PM under any circumstances whatsoever.
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Prohibited items and exam day instructions
The council has banned electronic gadgets and unauthorized items from the examination hall. Prohibited items include mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, bags, textbooks, notes, and loose papers. Nevertheless, candidates may bring empty sheets of paper, as long as they are free of any written annotations or comments.
According to the AIBE XXI regulations, candidates must exclusively use blue or black ballpoint pens to fill in their responses on the OMR sheet. The use of pencils is strictly prohibited and could lead to disqualification. Moreover, candidates are advised to meticulously complete crucial details such as roll number and question paper booklet code on the OMR sheet to prevent mistakes.
Accommodation for differently abled candidates
The regulations further incorporate specific accommodations for candidates with disabilities. Individuals with a disability level exceeding 40 percent will receive an extra 20 minutes for each hour of exam duration. Candidates who cannot write due to disabilities may utilise the help of a scribe, provided they submit the required medical documentation and supporting materials. The BCI has emphasised that it will not provide scribes for Persons with Disabilities (PwD); applicants must organise their own scribe.
Additionally, the council noted that the application for AIBE 21 will remain provisional. Should any candidate be discovered to be ineligible or engaged in misconduct, their application will be annulled, and they may face disqualification from future AIBE tests.
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