Lawyers in India need to pass a special test to practice. The Bar Council of India just announced that applications are open for this test, called the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) XIX.
Here’s the important information:
- Who can apply? Law graduates with an LLB degree who are registered with their state Bar Council.
- How to apply? Online at www.allindiabarexamination.com between September 3rd and November 15th, 2024 (application deadline extended).
- When is the exam? November 24th, 2024 (offline, open-book format).
- What does the exam test? Your knowledge of the law and the skills you need to be a lawyer.
- What do you get if you pass? A Certificate of Practice, which lets you represent clients in court.
AIBE 19 Application Form 2024
| Conducting Body | Bar Council of India (BCI) |
| Exam Name | All India Bar Examination (AIBE) XIX |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Open-book) |
| Registration Start Date | 3rd September 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply | 25th October 2024 |
| Official Website | www.allindiabarexamination.com |
Educational Qualification
To apply, you must have a law degree from an Indian university. General category applicants need at least 45% marks, while SC/ST/PWD candidates need 40%. You must also be registered as a lawyer with your state’s bar council.
Age Limit
There’s no age limit to take the AIBE 19 exam. But you need to have finished your law degree and be a member of a State Bar Council to apply.
Selection Process
The selection process involves qualifying the offline open-book examination. The AIBE exam will consist of 100 multiple-choice questions covering 19 subjects. Candidates must score at least 40% (35% for SC/ST) to pass the exam.
Application Date
- Registration Start Date: 3rd September 2024
- Last Date for Online Registration: 25th October 2024
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 28th October 2024
- Admit Card Release Date: 18th November 2024
- Exam Date: 24th November 2024
Registration Fee
The application fee for AIBE 19 depends on the category:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | Rs. 3500/- |
| SC/ST/PWD | Rs. 2500/- |
Documents Required
While applying for the AIBE 19 exam, candidates will need to upload the following documents:
- Recent Passport Size Photograph (as per specified size)
- Scanned Signature
- Enrollment Number and Certificate from the State Bar Council
- Proof of LLB Degree
Steps to Apply Online for the AIBE 2024 Examination
- Visit the official website of the Bar Council of India at allindiabarexamination.com.
- Scroll down on the homepage to find the notification for AIBE 19 (XIX).
- Click on the “Registration link AIBE-XIX” to start the process.
- On the new page, click on “New Registration.”
- Complete the registration by providing your name, mobile number, email, enrollment number, and enrollment state.
- You will receive a registration number. Use it to log in and access the application form.
- Fill in details such as your qualifications, date of birth, and preferred exam centers.
- Upload a scanned copy of your photograph and signature as per the required format.
- Pay the application fee through any of the e-payment options.
- Review and submit the form, and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
