AIBE 2025: Dates, Exam Pattern & Syllabus!

Finishing law school is a milestone, but it’s not the finish line. It’s because clearing the AIBE (All India Bar Examination) is non-negotiable if you have a career goal of becoming a lawyer in India with authorized certification to practice. The exam ensures that before you begin practicing in court, you have a solid grip on the legal subjects that matter most. While the official notification for AIBE 2025 is yet to roll out, having a clear idea of the dates, eligibility, exam pattern, and syllabus will help you prepare more purposefully. That’s where this blog will assist you! Read to start your AIBE preparation with the right focus.

Overview of AIBE 2025

The All India Bar Examination (AIBE) is a national-level qualifying exam that assesses whether a law graduate is eligible to practice law in India. Conducted by the Bar Council of India (BCI), AIBE grants you the Certificate of Practice (CoP), which is the official license to represent clients and argue cases as an advocate in any Indian court. 

AIBE 2025 is likely to be conducted across approximately 55 cities in India, offering wide regional accessibility for enrolled candidates. To be eligible for AIBE 2025:

1. You should be an Indian citizen.

2. You must have completed either a 3-year or 5-year LLB from a BCI-recognized institution.

3. You must be enrolled with any State Bar Council under Section 24(1)(f) of the Advocates Act, 1961.

However, there is no age limit to appear for the exam. For registration, you have to drop by their official website and follow the steps as instructed.

AIBE 2025 Important Dates 

Based on the schedule followed in previous years, here’s the expected timeline for AIBE 2025. 

*Please Note: These dates are tentative and subject to revision. 

AIBE 2025 Exam Pattern 

Although AIBE is a qualifying exam, not a competitive one, understanding its structure is still essential to avoid surprises on exam day. So, here it goes! 

There is no sectional time limit or subject-wise division in the paper. You're free to attempt the questions in any order within the total duration.

AIBE 2025 Syllabus 

The AIBE syllabus is drawn from the core subjects taught during your LLB course. A total of 19 subjects are covered in the paper, and each carries a specific weightage. Your preparation should focus on understanding legal fundamentals, especially with recent updates like the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) now replacing IPC, CrPC, and the Indian Evidence Act in the syllabus.

Here’s the subject-wise breakdown for AIBE 2025. 

Constitutional Law Syllabus

1. Fundamental Rights and Duties

2. Directive Principles of State Policy

3. Structure and functions of Parliament and the Judiciary

4. Emergency provisions

5. Centre-State relations

Indian Penal Code & Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Syllabus

1. General exceptions and classifications of offences

2. Offences against the body and property

3. Criminal liability and punishments

4. Recent reforms under BNS

Criminal Procedure Code & Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) Syllabus 

1. Arrest, bail, and remand procedures

2. Cognizable vs non-cognizable offences

3. Role of police and magistrates

4. Recent procedural updates under BNSS

Code of Civil Procedure (CPC) Syllabus 

1. Jurisdiction of civil courts

2. Types of suits and pleadings

3. Execution of decrees

4. Appeals and revisions

Evidence Act & Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) Syllabus 

1. Types of evidence and admissibility

2. Presumptions and burden of proof

3. Cross-examination rules

4. Digital and documentary evidence

Contract Law & Specific Relief Act Syllabus 

1. Offer, acceptance, and consideration

2. Breach of contract and remedies

3. Specific performance and injunctions

4. Quasi-contracts

Family Law Syllabus 

1. Marriage, divorce, and maintenance under personal laws

2. Adoption and guardianship

3. Inheritance and succession laws

Law of Torts, Consumer Protection & MV Act Syllabus 

1. Negligence and strict liability

2. Defamation and nuisance

3. Consumer rights and redressal mechanisms

4. Provisions under the Motor Vehicles Act

Property Law Syllabus 

1. Transfer of property and related doctrines

2. Easements and licenses

3. Mortgages and leases

Negotiable Instruments Act Syllabus 

1. Cheques, promissory notes, and bills of exchange

2. Dishonour and penalties under Section 138

Company Law Syllabus 

1. Incorporation and types of companies

2. Role of directors and shareholders

3. Corporate governance principles

Environmental Law Syllabus 

1. Major environmental statutes (e.g., EPA 1986, Forest Act)

2. Principles like sustainable development and the polluter pays

Cyber Law Syllabus 

1. IT Act provisions on data protection and digital evidence

2. Cybercrimes and jurisdiction

Labour & Industrial Law Syllabus 

1. Industrial Disputes Act, Trade Union Act

2. Minimum wages, gratuity, and employee benefits

Professional Ethics & BCI Rules Syllabus 

1. Advocate’s duties towards client, court, and society

2. Professional misconduct and disciplinary proceedings

3. Relevant case laws

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Syllabus 

1. Arbitration, mediation, and conciliation

2. Lok Adalats and Legal Services Authority

Public Interest Litigation (PIL) Syllabus 

1. Scope and admissibility

2. Landmark PIL judgments

3. Role of the judiciary in social justice

Administrative Law Syllabus 

1. Principles of natural justice

2. Delegated legislation

3. Judicial review of administrative actions

Taxation Law Syllabus 

1. Basics of income tax, GST

2. Constitutional framework of taxation

3. Taxpayer rights and responsibilities

Intellectual Property Law Syllabus 

1. Copyright, trademark, and patent basics

2. Infringement and remedies

Land Acquisition Act Syllabus 

1. Public purpose definition

2. Compensation and rehabilitation provisions

To conclude, these early months, before the official dates are announced, are the ideal time to prepare with focus. Break down the syllabus into manageable sections, revisit key legal principles steadily, and practise under timed conditions to strengthen your recall and accuracy. A deliberate and consistent approach now will make all the difference when the exam draws near! 

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