The Bar Council of India (BCI) will soon release the final answer key for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) 20. Students who appeared for this law exam on November 30, 2025 , can check this key on the official website, allindiabarexamination.com . This final answer key will help candidates estimate their scores before the official AIBE 20 results are declared.
The AIBE exam is important for law graduates who want to practice law in India. Passing it is a must to get the 'Certificate of Practice' (COP). The BCI released a provisional answer key on December 3, 2025 . Candidates had until December 10, 2025 , to submit objections. After reviewing these objections, the BCI will now publish the final answer key. The exact release date has not been announced yet, but it is expected soon.
Key Dates for AIBE 20 Exam
Here are the important dates for the AIBE 20 examination:
| Event | Date |
| AIBE 20 Exam Date | November 30, 2025 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | December 3, 2025 |
| Last Date to Object Provisional Key | December 10, 2025 |
| Final Answer Key Release | Expected Soon |
| AIBE 20 Result Announcement | Expected Soon (after final key) |
How to Download AIBE 20 Final Answer Key
Once the final answer key is released, candidates can download it using these steps:
- Go to allindiabarexamination.com .
- Look for the link "AIBE 20 Final Answer Key PDF."
- Click on this link.
- Download the PDF file.
- Match your answers with the key to estimate your score.
AIBE 20 Marking Scheme
The AIBE 20 exam uses a simple marking system to calculate scores:
| AIBE Marking Parameters | Marks Awarded |
| Correct Answer | +1 mark |
| Incorrect Answer | 0 marks |
| Un-attempted Question | 0 marks |
There is no negative marking in the AIBE exam. You do not lose marks for wrong answers.
AIBE 20 Qualifying Marks
To pass the AIBE 20 exam, candidates must score these minimum percentages:
- General and OBC categories: At least 45% .
- SC and ST categories: At least 40% .
Meeting these marks means you have passed the examination.
What Happens After AIBE 20 Results?
After AIBE 20 results, successful candidates can apply for the 'Certificate of Practice' (COP). This certificate from the Bar Council of India lets a lawyer practice law in India. The BCI will provide details on how to apply for the COP after the results.
Next Exam: AIBE 21 in 2026
The Bar Council of India expects to hold the AIBE 21 Exam in June 2026 . However, official dates and details for AIBE 21 are not yet released. Students should check the official AIBE website for updates on future examinations.