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Reviewed by Rajni Bala, Assistant Professor of Law | Academic Review Panel
Last Updated: February 19, 2026
If you are in the final year / final semester of LL.B, you’ve probably heard two different answers:
- “Final-year students cannot apply for AIBE.”
- “Final-year students can apply now.”
The confusion happens because BCI’s position has been updated through official AIBE/BCI notices and the AIBE portal now includes an undertaking framework for final-year candidates and certain candidates without immediate documentation.
This post explains the latest BCI/AIBE position, what it practically means for final-year students, and what you must do to avoid rejection during document verification.
Can final year LL.B students apply for AIBE?
Yes — as per the latest official AIBE/BCI updates, final-year / final-semester LL.B students may register under the official undertaking/eligibility framework, subject to meeting conditions and completing required proof/document uploads within the given deadlines.
What the Latest Official Updates Indicate
1) AIBE portal includes an “Undertaking” for eligibility (including final-year)
The official AIBE notifications page contains an Undertaking regarding eligibility for final-year law students and certain candidates without immediate enrolment documentation, indicating that final-year candidates are being accommodated under a structured compliance route.
2) BCI notification pages provide registration instructions for AIBE
BCI’s official site hosts AIBE-related notifications/instructions for the registration process, including eligibility and documentary requirements.
Important: Eligibility is not “open-ended.” It is conditional, and final-year candidates must follow the exact undertaking + proof process.
Updated Eligibility Conditions for Final-Year LL.B Students
If you are a final-year/final-semester student, you can generally proceed only if you can truthfully comply with the official conditions, which commonly include:
You must be in the final year/final semester of LL.B
- 3-year LL.B (final year) or
- 5-year integrated LL.B (final year)
You must be from a BCI-recognised/approved institution
BCI/AIBE registration instructions emphasize eligibility for candidates from recognised universities/approved colleges.
You must comply with the official undertaking + proof timeline
The AIBE portal has issued notices about uploading documents (including enrolment certificate upload deadlines for some categories of candidates), showing that document compliance is enforced after registration too.
What This Means in Real Life: “Register Now, Prove Later”
BCI/AIBE has operationally allowed certain candidates to:
- Register with an undertaking, and
- Submit required proof within deadlines through the official portal process.
So yes, final-year students can apply but you must be ready to produce the required proof (as per the undertaking terms and portal instructions).
Documents You Should Keep Ready
Exact document requirements can vary by cycle, but final-year students should prepare:
- College/University proof of final-year status (as applicable)
- ID proof, photograph, signature
- Any documents required under the official undertaking route
- After completing degree: degree/provisional documents
- Enrolment certificate upload may be required by the deadline (where applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1) Can final-year LL.B students register for AIBE in 2026?
Yes, the latest official updates indicate final-year candidates may register under the undertaking/eligibility framework, subject to conditions and document proof.
2) Is enrolment certificate mandatory at the time of registration?
The AIBE portal has issued instructions and deadline extensions related to enrolment certificate upload for certain candidates, indicating it can be required as part of compliance. Always follow your cycle’s official notice.
3) What if I register but miss the document upload deadline?
Missing deadlines can impact acceptance/verification. The portal’s notices show document timelines are enforced.
4) Does BCI allow candidates from non-recognised institutions?
BCI/AIBE instructions emphasize eligibility for candidates from recognised/approved institutions.
5) Where should I verify the latest rule for my AIBE cycle?
Check the official AIBE portal notifications and BCI’s AIBE notification pages, because updates and deadlines are posted there.
Conclusion
Yes — final-year LL.B students can apply for AIBE under the latest BCI/AIBE updated framework, but it is conditional. The safest approach is:
- Confirm you meet the final-year eligibility condition
- Register only if you can comply with undertaking terms
- Upload required proof within official deadlines
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This article is written using the latest official updates published on the AIBE portal and BCI notification pages, including the undertaking framework and document upload instructions. Candidates should always cross-check the current cycle’s notice and deadlines on the official portal before submitting applications.