Answer: All India Bar Examination (in short AIBE) is a qualifying examination
to become an advocate.
Q. Who conducts AIBE?
Answer: The AIBE is conducted by Bar Council of India (BCI).
Q. Why AIBE is conducted?
Answer: All India Bar Examination (AIBE) is conducted by the BCI before
enrolling the law graduates as advocates. This examination sets a minimum
standard of legal knowledge for the advocates.
Q. Is AIBE mandatory?
Answer: Yes, passing this All India Bar Examination is mandatory to get
enrolled with the BCI as an Advocate and practice law in India.
Q. How can I apply for the AIBE?
Answer: Before applying for the AIBE, it is mandatory to register in any of
the State Bar Council. On registration, the State Bar Council provides a
provisional registration certificate which is valid for two years. Once
registered in the State Bar Council, a candidate can apply for AIBE.
Q. Can I practice Law with the provisional license provided by the State Bar
Council?
Answer: Yes, only for two years from the date of issue of the certificate. The
certificate is invalid after two years. So, one has to pass the AIBE to be
eligible to practice thereafter.
