The Bar Council of India (BCI) is expected to release the results for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) XXI on June 10, 2026 . Candidates who took the exam on June 7, 2026, can check their scores on the official website, allindiabarexamination.com. Login requires the application number and date of birth.
Passing the AIBE XXI exam is mandatory for law graduates to practice law in India. The BCI will issue a Certificate of Practice (CoP) to qualified candidates. The exam tests basic legal knowledge and analytical skills.
Passing Marks for AIBE XXI
To qualify for the AIBE XXI, candidates must meet specific score requirements. General and Other Backward Classes (OBC) candidates need a minimum of 45 percent . Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) candidates require a minimum of 40 percent .
Previous AIBE Qualification Trends
Understanding past results can offer context for AIBE XXI. The table below shows participation and qualification rates from previous examinations.
| AIBE Edition | Candidates Appeared | Qualified Candidates | Pass Percentage |
| AIBE XXI (2026) | To be announced | To be announced | 65%–75% (Expected) |
| AIBE XX (2025) | 251,968 | 174,386 | 69.21% |
| AIBE IX (2024) | 229,843 | 177,592 | 77.27% |
| AIBE XVIII | 144,014 | 69,646 | 48.30% |
Next Steps After AIBE XXI Results
Candidates who pass the AIBE XXI will be eligible to receive their Certificate of Practice (CoP). This document is essential for practicing law in Indian courts.
The CoP status is typically updated on the official AIBESCOPE mobile app within 3 to 4 weeks after the results are declared. The physical certificate is usually issued by the respective State Bar Council in 3 to 5 months .
Candidates who do not clear the AIBE XXI will not face penalties. They can reapply and retake the examination in the following year.
