The Bar Council of India (BCI) has issued the provisional answer key for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) XX. Candidates who appeared for the exam on November 30, 2025 , can now access the key on the official website, allindiabarexamination.com. The deadline for submitting objections to the provisional answers is December 10, 2025 , at 23:59 hrs .
Understanding the All India Bar Examination (AIBE)
The AIBE is a mandatory examination for law graduates in India. It determines a candidate’s eligibility to practice law within the country. Successful completion of the AIBE is a prerequisite for enrollment as an advocate with any State Bar Council. The exam assesses fundamental legal knowledge and analytical skills required for legal practice.
Provisional Answer Key Details
The AIBE XX provisional answer key is available as a PDF document. This document contains question numbers and their corresponding correct answer options for each exam set. Candidates must locate the specific set code matching their question paper when reviewing the key. Matching the correct set code ensures accurate cross-verification of answers.
Raising Objections to the Answer Key
Candidates have a limited window to challenge any discrepancies or incorrect answers identified in the provisional key. The objection tracker window opened on December 3, 2025 , at 21:30 hrs . All objections must be filed through the designated online portal by December 10, 2025 , at 23:59 hrs .
When raising an objection, candidates must provide clear justification and supporting documents. This could include references to legal statutes, case laws, or authoritative textbooks. The BCI will review all valid objections. This review process aims to ensure fairness and accuracy in the final evaluation of all candidates.
How to Download the AIBE XX Provisional Answer Key
Follow these steps to download the provisional answer key:
- Visit the official All India Bar Examination website: allindiabarexamination.com .
- Locate and click the prominently displayed link for the “AIBE XX Provisional Answer Key.”
- The provisional answer key will open directly as a PDF document on the screen.
- Carefully scroll through the PDF. Find the section that corresponds to your specific question set number.
- Cross-check the answers you marked in your exam against the options provided in the key.
- Download the PDF and save it for your records. This allows for future reference and personal score estimation.
Next Steps After Provisional Key
After the objection period closes, the Bar Council of India will analyze all submitted challenges. They will then release a final answer key. This final key will incorporate any necessary corrections based on the reviews. Following the release of the final answer key, the AIBE XX results will be officially declared. Candidates are advised to monitor the official website for all subsequent announcements regarding the examination process.