AIBE Syllabus: Check AIBE 21 Syllabus 2026, Subject-wise Topics, Marks Distribution

The Bar Council of India (BCI) has officially released the AIBE 21 Syllabus 2026 for the upcoming All India Bar Examination (AIBE XXI). Candidates appearing for the exam must carefully understand the latest syllabus, exam pattern, subject-wise weightage, and important topics to prepare effectively.

The AIBE XXI 2026 exam is scheduled to be conducted on June 7, 2026, in offline mode across India. The examination is mandatory for law graduates seeking the Certificate of Practice (COP) to practise law in Indian courts.

The latest syllabus includes important law subjects such as Constitutional Law, IPC/BNS, CrPC/BNSS, CPC, Evidence Act/BSA, Family Law, Cyber Law, Environmental Law, Professional Ethics, and more.

AIBE Syllabus 2026 Overview

The All India Bar Examination (AIBE XXI) 2026 is a national-level certification exam conducted by the Bar Council of India for law graduates seeking a Certificate of Practice. The exam evaluates candidates’ understanding of fundamental legal subjects through objective-type questions. Check the important highlights of the AIBE 21 Exam 2026 below.

Also, Check AIBE Eligibility Criteria

AIBE 21 Syllabus 2026 Subject-wise Weightage

The AIBE syllabus consists of 19 major law subjects. Constitutional Law, CPC, and CrPC carry the highest weightage in the examination.

The official PDF uploaded by the user confirms this subject-wise distribution.

Detailed AIBE Syllabus 2026

Constitutional Law

Constitutional Law is one of the most important sections in AIBE XXI. Candidates can expect 10 questions from this section.

Important Topics

• Historical background of the Constitution
• Fundamental Rights
• Directive Principles of State Policy
• Fundamental Duties
• Parliament and State Legislature
• President and Governor
• Judiciary
• Emergency Provisions
• Constitutional Amendments
• Centre-State Relations

IPC & Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)

The AIBE 21 syllabus now incorporates the newly introduced Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita alongside IPC concepts.

Important Topics

• General Exceptions
• Criminal Conspiracy
• Abetment
• Murder and Culpable Homicide
• Theft and Extortion
• Offences against State
• Right of Private Defence
• Offences relating to Marriage

CrPC & Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS)

This section carries 10 questions and is highly important.

Important Topics

• Criminal Courts
• Arrest Procedures
• Bail
• Investigation
• Trial Procedures
• Sessions Court
• Powers of Magistrates
• Appeals and Revisions

Code of Civil Procedure (CPC)

Important Topics

• Civil Proceedings
• Res Judicata
• Interim Relief
• Framing of Issues
• Orders and Decrees
• Execution Proceedings
• Appeals and Revisions

Evidence Act & Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam

Important Topics

• Relevancy of Facts
• Admissions and Confessions
• Burden of Proof
• Documentary Evidence
• Oral Evidence
• Witness Examination
• Estoppel
• Expert Opinion

Family Law

Important Topics

• Hindu Marriage Act
• Guardianship
• Succession
• Inheritance
• Muslim Personal Law
• Joint Family System

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

Important Topics

• Arbitration
• Conciliation
• Mediation
• Negotiation
• Arbitral Awards
• Tribunal Formation

Public Interest Litigation (PIL)

Important Topics

• Judicial Activism
• Role of Judiciary
• PIL Procedure
• Evolution of PIL in India

Administrative Law

Important Topics

• Delegated Legislation
• Judicial Review
• Administrative Tribunals
• Principles of Natural Justice

Professional Ethics & BCI Rules

Important Topics

• Duties of Advocates
• Professional Misconduct
• Bar Council Rules
• Landmark Supreme Court Judgments

Company Law

Important Topics

• Companies Act
• SEBI Act
• FEMA Act
• Shares and Debentures
• Memorandum & Articles of Association

Environmental Law

Important Topics

• Environment Protection Act 1986
• Pollution Control Laws
• Biodiversity
• International Environmental Conventions

Cyber Law

Important Topics

• Cyber Crimes
• IT Act 2000
• Digital Signatures
• Electronic Commerce
• Cyber Offences and Penalties

Labour & Industrial Laws

Important Topics

• Trade Unions Act
• Minimum Wages Act
• Industrial Disputes Act
• Labour Welfare Legislations

Law of Tort & Consumer Protection

Important Topics

• Negligence
• Remedies and Damages
• Motor Vehicle Act
• Consumer Protection Act
• Vicarious Liability

Law Related to Taxation

Important Topics

• Direct Taxes
• Indirect Taxes
• Income Tax Act
• Customs and Duties

Contract, Specific Relief & Property Law

Important Topics

• Essentials of Contract
• Breach of Contract
• Bailment and Pledge
• Specific Relief
• Transfer of Property
• Negotiable Instruments Act

Land Acquisition Act

Important Topics

• Compensation
• Acquisition Process
• Temporary Occupation of Land
• Collector’s Award

Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)

Important Topics

• Copyright
• Patents
• Trademarks
• Geographical Indications

AIBE Syllabus 2026 PDF  

What is New in AIBE 21 Syllabus 2026?

There are no major changes in the overall syllabus structure. However, the Bar Council of India has included references to the new criminal law statutes:

• Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)
• Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS)
• Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA)

These replace:

• IPC
• CrPC
• Indian Evidence Act

AIBE 21 Exam Pattern 2026

AIBE 21 Passing Marks 2026

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