Last Updated: July 10, 2026
The Bar Council of India (BCI) has released the AIBE 21 Final Answer Key 2026, completing the answer key review process for the current session of the All India Bar Examination (AIBE). The final answer key was published on July 10, 2026, at 4:00 PM and will be used to prepare the final results. It reflects the changes accepted after reviewing objections submitted against the provisional answer key.
The AIBE is a qualifying examination conducted by the Bar Council of India under the Advocates Act, 1961 for advocates enrolled with State Bar Councils. Candidates who qualify become eligible to receive the Certificate of Practice (CoP), which is required to practise law independently in India. The release of the final answer key is therefore an important step in the certification process for newly enrolled advocates.
AIBE 21 Final Answer Key 2026: Highlights
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Particulars |
Details |
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Examination |
All India Bar Examination (AIBE) 21 |
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Conducting Authority |
Bar Council of India (BCI) |
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Final Answer Key Release |
Confirmed: July 10, 2026 |
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Release Time |
4:00 PM |
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Questions Evaluated |
100 |
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Questions Withdrawn |
None |
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Official Portal |
allindiabarexamination.com |
According to the official AIBE 21 Final Answer Key, no questions have been withdrawn. As a result, the examination will be evaluated out of 100 marks, and the qualifying marks remain unchanged.
Set-Wise Changes in the Final Answer Key
The final answer key includes eight revisions across the four question paper sets. Each set contains one corrected answer and one question for which an additional option has been accepted.
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Question Paper Set |
Corrected Answer |
Alternate Correct Option |
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Set A |
Q44 revised from C to B |
Q2 accepts both C and D |
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Set B |
Q1 revised from D to C |
Q75 accepts both C and D |
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Set C |
Q53 revised from B to C |
Q84 accepts both A and C |
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Set D |
Q54 revised from D to C |
Q91 accepts both A and D |
The revised answer key replaces the provisional version and will be treated as final for result preparation.
How to Download the Final Answer Key
Candidates can download the answer key without logging in.
- Visit the official AIBE portal.
- Click on “AIBE 21 Final Answer Key 2026.”
- Select the relevant question paper set.
- Download the PDF for reference.
AIBE 21 Result 2026
Based on information shared through the BCI Helpdesk, the AIBE 21 Result 2026 is expected to be declared between July 15 and July 18, 2026. As of July 10, 2026, the Bar Council of India has not issued a separate notification confirming the exact result date. Candidates should therefore rely on future official announcements for the final schedule.
The result will be released online as a scorecard. Candidates can log in using their Roll Number or Application Number and Date of Birth.
Details Available on the Scorecard
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Information |
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Candidate’s Name |
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Roll Number |
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Registration ID |
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Category |
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Examination Date |
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Total Marks |
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Pass/Fail Status |
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Photograph |
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Signature |
After downloading the scorecard, candidates should verify all personal details. Any discrepancy should be reported to the BCI, as the same information is used during the Certificate of Practice process.
Passing Marks
The qualifying criteria remain unchanged because the examination continues to be assessed out of 100 marks.
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Category |
Minimum Qualifying Marks |
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General/OBC |
45 out of 100 (45%) |
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SC/ST/PwD |
40 out of 100 (40%) |
These qualifying marks are prescribed in the official AIBE guidelines.
Objection Fee Refund
Candidates whose objections to the provisional answer key were accepted are eligible for a refund of the ₹500 objection fee. According to the official AIBE process, refunds are generally processed within two to three weeks after the release of the final answer key, although the timeline may vary depending on administrative procedures.
OMR Rechecking Process
Candidates who do not qualify may apply for OMR sheet verification after the results are declared. According to the official AIBE FAQs, the process is limited to checking clerical, calculation, or OMR data-entry errors. Re-evaluation of answers is not permitted.
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Particulars |
Details |
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Application Window |
Expected after result declaration |
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Application Period |
Approximately 7–15 days |
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Fee |
₹500 |
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Scope |
OMR data-entry, calculation and clerical verification |
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Re-evaluation |
Not permitted |
If an official error is identified during verification, the applicable fee may be refunded in accordance with BCI guidelines.
Certificate of Practice (CoP)
Candidates who qualify in AIBE 21 become eligible to receive the Certificate of Practice (CoP).
A digital reference copy can be accessed through the AIBESCOPE mobile application using the candidate’s Roll Number and Date of Birth. The physical certificate is generally processed through the respective State Bar Councils and is typically issued within three to six months, subject to administrative timelines.
Documents Commonly Required
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Document |
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AIBE Scorecard |
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State Bar Council Enrolment Certificate |
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State Bar Council Identity Card |
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LLB Degree and Marksheets |
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Government-issued Photo ID |
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Passport-size Photographs |
Candidates whose result is displayed as “Withheld” or “Pass (Undertaking)” are required to upload their permanent State Bar Council Enrolment Certificate through the designated AIBE portal or grievance portal. According to the latest BCI extension notification, the deadline for eligible candidates to complete this requirement is January 6, 2027.
Candidate Safety Advisory
Candidates should use only the official BCI and AIBE portals for downloading answer keys, checking results, and completing post-result formalities. Avoid sharing OTPs, passwords, application credentials, or personal documents with unknown callers, agents, or unofficial websites. Any request for payment to approve results, issue a Certificate of Practice, or speed up verification should be treated with caution and verified through official BCI channels.
Official Sources
This article is based on information available from the following official sources retrieved on July 10, 2026:
- Bar Council of India (BCI)
- Official All India Bar Examination (AIBE) Portal
- AIBE 21 Final Answer Key released on July 10, 2026
- Official AIBE FAQs and related BCI notifications, including the latest extension notice for enrolment certificate upload
Editorial Disclaimer
This article has been prepared using official information available as of July 10, 2026. Result dates, procedural timelines, and Certificate of Practice requirements may be revised through subsequent notifications issued by the Bar Council of India. Readers are advised to verify the latest updates through the official BCI and AIBE portal before taking any action. In the event of any discrepancy, the relevant official notification shall prevail.