AILET 2026 (All India Law Entrance Test) is the national-level entrance exam conducted exclusively by National Law University (NLU) Delhi for admission to its prestigious BA LLB (Hons.) and LLM programmes. The AILET 2026 exam was held on December 14, 2025, and the result was declared on December 18, 2025. All four counselling and seat allotment rounds for the 2026-27 academic session are now complete, and classes at NLU Delhi have begun. Students targeting AILET 2027 should note that the registration window is expected to open around August 2026, following the same timeline as the AILET 2026 cycle.
- AILET 2027 Registration: Based on the AILET 2026 pattern, registration for the next cycle is expected to open around August 2026. For AILET 2026, NLU Delhi opened registration on August 7, 2025. Check nationallawuniversitydelhi.in for the official 2027 notification.
- AILET 2027 Registration Deadline: The AILET 2026 registration window was open for about 3 months, from August 7 to November 13, 2025. The 2027 deadline is expected around November 2026, giving you ample time to complete your application.
- AILET 2027 Exam Date: NLU Delhi consistently holds AILET in mid-December every year. AILET 2026 was held on December 14, 2025. The AILET 2027 exam is expected around December 2026.
- AILET 2027 Notification: NLU Delhi released the AILET 2026 official notification on June 17, 2025 (with a revision on July 22, 2025). The AILET 2027 notification is expected around June–July 2026 — check the official website to confirm if it has been published yet.
What is AILET 2026?
AILET stands for All India Law Entrance Test. It is a national-level law entrance exam, but unlike CLAT — which gives admission to 25+ National Law Universities — AILET is conducted exclusively by National Law University (NLU) Delhi for admission to its own programmes only.
NLU Delhi is consistently ranked among India’s top law schools. Getting into NLU Delhi through AILET 2026 was highly competitive — only 120 BA LLB seats and 81 LLM seats were available for the 2026-27 session, with more than 22,500 candidates competing for the BA LLB programme.
- AILET 2026 was a pen-and-paper (offline) MCQ exam held on December 14, 2025
- More than 22,532 candidates appeared for the BA LLB exam, competing for just 120 seats
- Around 2,787 candidates appeared for the LLM programme
- The BA LLB exam tests English Language, Current Affairs & GK, and Logical Reasoning — no prior legal knowledge is needed
- The LLM exam covers all branches of law and is only for law graduates
- NLU Delhi offers the 5-year integrated BA LLB (Hons.) and the 1-year LLM through AILET
- AILET scores are not accepted at any other NLU — this exam is specifically for NLU Delhi admission
Many top law aspirants appear for both AILET and CLAT. If you want to be considered for NLU Delhi specifically, AILET is your only gateway — CLAT scores are not accepted there. The AILET 2026 exam was conducted in a single shift from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM across multiple exam centres in India.
AILET 2026 Quick Highlights
Here is a quick overview of all the key AILET 2026 details at a glance.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Form | All India Law Entrance Test |
| Conducting Body | National Law University (NLU) Delhi |
| Purpose | Admission to BA LLB (Hons.) and LLM at NLU Delhi |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen-and-Paper) |
| AILET 2026 Exam Date | December 14, 2025 |
| AILET 2026 Result Date | December 18, 2025 |
| Total BA LLB Seats | 120 (including supernumerary) |
| Total LLM Seats | 81 |
| BA LLB Total Questions / Marks | 150 questions / 150 marks |
| LLM Total Questions / Marks | 100 questions / 100 marks |
| Exam Duration | 2 hours (both BA LLB and LLM) |
| Marking Scheme | +1 for correct, -0.25 for wrong |
| BA LLB Candidates Appeared | 22,532 |
| Highest Score (BA LLB) | 142.5 out of 150 |
| Application Fee — General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 3,050 |
| Application Fee — SC / ST / PwD | Rs. 1,050 |
| Official Website | nationallawuniversitydelhi.in |
AILET 2026 Important Dates
The table below lists all key AILET 2026 events, from the official notification to the final counselling round. As of August 22, 2026, the entire AILET 2026 cycle is complete and the 2026-27 academic session at NLU Delhi has commenced.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Official AILET 2026 Notification Released | June 17, 2025 | (Over) |
| Revised Notification Released | July 22, 2025 | (Over) |
| Registration Opens | August 7, 2025 | (Over) |
| Registration Closes | November 13, 2025 | (Over) |
| Form Correction Window Closes | November 14, 2025 | (Over) |
| Admit Card Released | November 26, 2025 | (Over) |
| AILET 2026 Exam Date | December 14, 2025 | (Over) |
| AILET 2026 Result Declared | December 18, 2025 | (Over) |
| Counselling Registration Deadline | December 27, 2025 | (Over) |
| Round 1 Merit List Released | January 8, 2026 | (Over) |
| Round 1 Seat Acceptance Deadline | January 14, 2026 | (Over) |
| Round 2 Merit List Released | January 21, 2026 | (Over) |
| Round 2 Seat Acceptance Deadline | January 27, 2026 | (Over) |
| Round 3 Merit List Released | February 4, 2026 | (Over) |
| Round 3 Seat Acceptance Deadline | February 10, 2026 | (Over) |
| Balance Fee Deadline (Rounds 1–3) | April 30, 2026 | (Over) |
| Round 4 (Final) Merit List Released | May 5, 2026 | (Over) |
| Round 4 Seat Acceptance Deadline | May 20, 2026 | (Over) |
| LLM Supplementary Registration Deadline | June 15, 2026 | (Over) |
| LLM Supplementary Allotment | July 2026 | (Over) |
| Physical Reporting / Classes Begin | Late July 2026 | (Over) |
Source: National Law University Delhi — nationallawuniversitydelhi.in
AILET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Before applying for AILET 2026, you must meet the eligibility conditions set by NLU Delhi. The criteria are different for the BA LLB and LLM programmes.
BA LLB (Hons.) — 5-Year Programme
| Criterion | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Examination | Class 10+2 or equivalent from any recognized board |
| Minimum Marks — General / EWS | 45% aggregate in Class 12 |
| Minimum Marks — OBC-NCL | 42% aggregate in Class 12 |
| Minimum Marks — SC / ST / PwD | 40% aggregate in Class 12 |
| Appearing Candidates | Students awaiting Class 12 results can apply conditionally |
| Age Limit | No age limit for AILET 2026 |
| Subject Restriction | None — students from Science, Commerce, or Arts can all apply |
LLM — 1-Year Programme
| Criterion | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Examination | LLB (3-year) or BA LLB / BBA LLB / BSc LLB (5-year) from a recognized university |
| Minimum Marks — General / OBC / EWS | 50% aggregate in LLB |
| Minimum Marks — SC / ST / PwD | 45% aggregate in LLB |
| Appearing Candidates | Final-year LLB students can apply, subject to completing the degree before admission |
| Age Limit | No age limit |
PwD candidates must have a minimum of 40% disability certified by a government-recognized medical officer to claim reservation benefits under AILET 2026.
There is no domicile restriction — candidates from any state in India can apply for AILET 2026. NLU Delhi admits students on a purely merit-and-category basis.
AILET 2026 Application Process and Fees
The AILET 2026 application process was entirely online at nationallawuniversitydelhi.in. Registration opened on August 7, 2025 and closed on November 13, 2025 — a window of about 3 months. The form correction window was open for just one day after registration closed, on November 14, 2025.
Steps to Fill the AILET 2026 Application Form
- Visit the official AILET website at nationallawuniversitydelhi.in and create a new account with your mobile number and email ID
- Fill in personal details — name, date of birth, category, address, and contact information
- Enter academic details — Class 12 marks or LLB percentage, as applicable to your programme
- Upload scanned documents — passport-size photograph, signature, and any required category certificates
- Select your preferred exam city centre
- Pay the application fee online using credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI
- Download and save the confirmation receipt — you will need it for future reference
AILET 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC-NCL / EWS / Kashmiri Migrants | Rs. 3,050 |
| SC / ST / PwD | Rs. 1,050 |
| SC / ST — BPL Category | Exempted (No fee) |
The application fee for AILET 2026 was non-refundable. You should pay the fee only after carefully verifying your eligibility and the details entered in the form. Any error in category selection could result in loss of fee without refund.
AILET 2026 Exam Pattern
AILET 2026 was a pen-and-paper MCQ exam with separate patterns for BA LLB and LLM candidates. There was no sectional time limit — you could attempt questions in any order within the 2-hour duration.
AILET 2026 Exam Pattern — BA LLB (Hons.)
| Section | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | English Language | 50 | 50 |
| B | Current Affairs & General Knowledge | 30 | 30 |
| C | Logical Reasoning | 70 | 70 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
- Mode: Offline (Pen-and-Paper)
- Duration: 120 minutes (2 hours)
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) only
- Correct Answer: +1 mark
- Wrong Answer: -0.25 marks (negative marking applies)
- Unattempted Questions: 0 marks — no penalty for leaving questions blank
- Sectional Time Limit: None — manage your own time across sections
- Exam Shift: Single shift, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Logical Reasoning carries the most weight at 70 marks out of 150. This makes it the most critical section. English comes second at 50 marks, while Current Affairs carries 30 marks.
AILET 2026 Exam Pattern — LLM (1-Year PG)
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Offline (Pen-and-Paper) |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 120 minutes (2 hours) |
| Question Type | MCQ only (descriptive component removed from 2025 onward) |
| Subjects Covered | All branches of Law |
| Marking Scheme | +1 correct, -0.25 wrong |
| Exam Shift | 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (single shift) |
From AILET 2025, NLU Delhi removed the descriptive/essay component from the LLM exam. The AILET 2026 LLM exam was fully MCQ-based — this is a significant pattern change compared to earlier years.
AILET 2026 Syllabus
NLU Delhi does not publish a fixed syllabus document for AILET. However, the exam follows a well-established pattern based on previous years. The AILET 2026 BA LLB syllabus covers three sections; the LLM syllabus covers all major branches of law.
Section A — English Language (50 Marks)
This section tests your command of the English language. Most questions come from reading comprehension passages and vocabulary.
- Reading Comprehension: 2 to 3 passages with 5–8 questions each — the passages are moderately to highly complex
- Vocabulary: Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms and Phrases, One-Word Substitutions
- Sentence Correction and Error Spotting: Grammar-based questions on tenses, agreement, and modifiers
- Fill in the Blanks: Grammar-based and vocabulary-based blank-filling
- Para Jumbles: Rearranging jumbled sentences into a logical paragraph
- Word Usage: Choosing the contextually correct word from options
Section B — Current Affairs and General Knowledge (30 Marks)
This section tests your awareness of national and international events from the past 12–18 months, along with static GK topics.
- National current affairs — government policies, legal and constitutional developments, new laws and amendments
- International current affairs — global events, treaties, international organizations
- Indian History and Culture — freedom movement, important personalities, heritage
- Geography — physical and political geography of India and the world
- Indian Constitution and Polity — fundamental rights, judiciary, Parliament, landmark judgments
- Economics — Union Budget highlights, key schemes, economic indicators
- Science and Technology — recent discoveries, space missions, digital initiatives
- Environmental Science — climate agreements, national parks, environmental policies
- Awards, Books, and Sports — national and international recognitions
Section C — Logical Reasoning (70 Marks)
This is the most important section in AILET — it carries 70 out of 150 marks. No prior legal knowledge is needed for the Logical Reasoning section.
- Legal Reasoning (Principle-Based): A legal principle is stated and you apply it to a given set of facts. These questions test logic, not legal knowledge — they are AILET’s most distinctive question type
- Logical Inferences: Identifying valid conclusions from given statements
- Syllogisms: Standard all/some/no-type statements and their valid conclusions
- Puzzles and Seating Arrangements: Linear, circular, and floor-based arrangement puzzles
- Blood Relations and Direction Sense
- Analogies: Word analogies and number-pattern analogies
- Critical Reasoning: Strengthen/weaken argument questions and assumption-based questions
- Statement and Assumption: Identifying implicit assumptions in given statements
LLM Syllabus — All Branches of Law
The AILET 2026 LLM exam covered all major law subjects. Questions test conceptual understanding, landmark judgments, and statutory knowledge.
- Constitutional Law: Fundamental rights, directive principles, constitutional amendments, separation of powers
- Contract Law: Indian Contract Act 1872, offer, acceptance, consideration, breach, remedies
- Law of Torts: Negligence, strict liability, vicarious liability, defamation
- Criminal Law: IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act, mens rea, actus reus
- International Law: Treaties, UN system, state sovereignty, dispute resolution
- Family Law: Hindu and Muslim personal law, maintenance, adoption, succession
- Administrative Law: Judicial review, natural justice, delegated legislation, writs
- Jurisprudence: Schools of legal thought, legal positivism, natural law, realism
- Property Law: Transfer of Property Act 1882, easements, mortgages
- Procedural Law: Code of Civil Procedure, Limitation Act, Order and Rules
AILET 2026 Admit Card
The AILET 2026 admit card was released on November 26, 2025, around 18 days before the exam on December 14, 2025. NLU Delhi sent email and SMS notifications to all registered candidates when the admit card became available. No hall ticket was sent by post — only an online download was available.
How to Download the AILET 2026 Admit Card
- Visit the official AILET portal at nationallawuniversitydelhi.in
- Click on the admit card download link on the homepage
- Log in using your registered email ID and password
- Your admit card will load — download and save it as a PDF
- Print at least 2–3 copies and keep them safe until the exam is over
Details Printed on the AILET 2026 Admit Card
- Candidate’s full name and roll number
- Exam date, time, and shift
- Exam centre name and full address
- Candidate’s photograph and signature
- Important exam day instructions from NLU Delhi
Documents Required on AILET 2026 Exam Day
- Printed copy of the AILET 2026 admit card — mandatory
- Any one valid government photo ID — Aadhaar card, PAN card, Passport, or Driving Licence
- Two passport-size photographs (recommended to carry extras)
Candidates who did not carry the admit card were not allowed entry into the exam hall. You should always keep printed copies of the admit card from the time of download until the day of the exam.
AILET 2026 Result and Merit List
NLU Delhi declared the AILET 2026 result on December 18, 2025 — just 4 days after the exam. The result was published on the official AILET portal. Candidates could download their scorecards by logging in with their registered credentials.
AILET 2026 Result Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Result Declaration Date | December 18, 2025 |
| Total BA LLB Candidates Appeared | 22,532 |
| Total LLM Candidates Appeared | 2,787 |
| Highest Score — BA LLB | 142.5 out of 150 |
| AIR 1 — BA LLB | Aryan |
| Total BA LLB Seats | 120 |
| Total LLM Seats | 81 |
| Competition Ratio (General — BA LLB) | Approximately 188:1 |
How to Check AILET 2026 Result / Scorecard
- Visit nationallawuniversitydelhi.in and click on the result or scorecard link on the homepage
- Log in using your registered email ID and password
- Your scorecard will be available for download as a PDF
- Save your scorecard — it contains your AILET 2026 rank, score, and category details needed for counselling
AILET 2026 Registration and Competition Statistics
AILET 2026 saw more than 22,500 candidates appear for just 120 BA LLB seats. This makes AILET one of the most competitive law entrance exams in India. To put this in perspective, for the 50 General category seats, roughly 10,000–12,000 General category candidates competed — only the top 78 (by rank) secured a seat through the final round.
Source: National Law University Delhi
AILET 2026 Cutoff: Category-Wise Analysis
The AILET 2026 cutoff refers to the last rank at which a seat was allotted in the final (4th) merit list. NLU Delhi does not publish a qualifying score cutoff — your raw score determines your rank, and your rank determines whether you get a seat in a particular category.
AILET 2026 BA LLB Cutoff — Round-Wise Closing Ranks
| Merit List Round | Date | General | OBC-NCL | EWS | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | January 8, 2026 | 60 | ~440 | ~190 | ~870 | ~2,730 |
| Round 2 | January 21, 2026 | 70 | ~490 | ~205 | ~910 | ~2,820 |
| Round 3 | February 4, 2026 | 71 | 522 | ~215 | ~930 | 2,889 |
| Round 4 (Final) | May 5, 2026 | ~78 | ~560 | ~228 | ~960 | ~3,050 |
The General category closing rank relaxed to around 78 in the final round — up from 61 in AILET 2025. This happens because each counselling round fills more seats, and the final round closes remaining vacancies that earlier rounds left unfilled.
AILET 2026 LLM Cutoff — Final Closing Ranks (4th Merit List)
| Category | Closing Rank — Final Round |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 48 |
| OBC-NCL | ~195 |
| EWS | ~182 |
| SC | ~360 |
| ST | ~510 |
Historical Trend: AILET General Category Closing Rank — BA LLB
The General category closing rank has remained remarkably tight since 2021. Here is how the cutoff has moved over the past 6 years.
| Year | General Category Closing Rank | Approx. Marks Required (out of 150) |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 82 | ~100 |
| 2022 | 72 | ~100 |
| 2023 | 62 | ~89.5 |
| 2024 | 62 | ~72.75 |
| 2025 | 61 | ~120 |
| 2026 | ~78 | ~120–125 |
A key insight from this trend: the number of marks needed and the closing rank can move independently. In 2024, a rank of 62 needed only about 72.75 marks — suggesting an easy paper. In 2025 and 2026, scoring above 120 was needed even for a rank in the 60–80 range, reflecting a much tougher standard year. Paper difficulty is the biggest driver of score cutoffs.
AILET 2026 Marks vs Rank
In AILET, your raw score directly translates to a rank on the merit list. Below is an approximate score-to-rank guide for AILET 2026 BA LLB, based on the final result and closing ranks across categories.
| Marks Range (out of 150) | Approximate Rank | Category Likely to Get Seat |
|---|---|---|
| 130–150 | Rank 1–30 | Very safe for General / all categories |
| 120–130 | Rank 30–80 | Safe for General (final closing rank ~78) |
| 108–120 | Rank 80–228 | EWS / General borderline range |
| 90–108 | Rank 228–560 | OBC-NCL range (closing ~560) |
| 75–90 | Rank 560–960 | SC range (closing ~960) |
| 55–75 | Rank 960–3,050 | ST range (closing ~3,050) |
These figures are based on AILET 2026 results and are approximate. Paper difficulty changes every year and can shift the score-to-rank conversion significantly. A harder paper brings the score threshold down; an easier paper pushes it up.
The negative marking rule (-0.25 per wrong answer) has a real impact on net scores. A candidate who attempts all 150 questions and gets 20 wrong will lose 5 marks to negative marking. Selective and accurate attempts consistently outperform attempts that maximize question coverage at the cost of accuracy.
AILET 2026 Counselling and Seat Allotment
AILET 2026 counselling was conducted by NLU Delhi in four rounds between January and May 2026. All rounds are now complete, and physical reporting for the 2026-27 academic session began in late July 2026. The counselling process was entirely online.
AILET 2026 Counselling Schedule — All Rounds
| Round | Merit List Date | Seat Acceptance Deadline | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | January 8, 2026 | January 14, 2026 | (Over) |
| Round 2 | January 21, 2026 | January 27, 2026 | (Over) |
| Round 3 | February 4, 2026 | February 10, 2026 | (Over) |
| Balance Fee Deadline (Rounds 1–3) | — | April 30, 2026 | (Over) |
| Round 4 (Final) | May 5, 2026 | May 20, 2026 | (Over) |
| LLM Supplementary Round | July 2026 | June–July 2026 | (Over) |
How AILET 2026 Counselling Worked
- After the result was declared on December 18, 2025, ranked candidates had to register on the counselling portal by December 27, 2025
- NLU Delhi released merit lists in rounds — only candidates within the allotment rank range for that round appeared on each list
- If you were offered a seat, you had to accept it online within the deadline and pay a token seat-acceptance fee
- Candidates who did not accept in Round 1 remained eligible to be allotted in Round 2 or 3, depending on vacancies released from earlier rounds
- The full balance fees for Round 1–3 allottees were due by April 30, 2026
- Round 4 was the final list — any remaining vacancies from earlier rounds were filled here
- Physical document verification and reporting at NLU Delhi’s campus happened in late July 2026
NLU Delhi conducted a separate LLM supplementary round in July 2026 for remaining LLM seats after the 4 main rounds. Supplementary rounds for BA LLB are not typically held — the 4-round process is final for the UG programme.
NLU Delhi Seat Matrix 2026
NLU Delhi has a fixed number of seats for each programme, divided by reservation category. The seat matrix below shows the distribution for the AILET 2026 (2026-27 academic session) intake.
BA LLB (Hons.) — Seat Distribution
| Category | Seats | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved (UR) | 50 | |
| OBC — Non-Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL) | 24 | 22% of 110-seat intake |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 11 | 10% of 110-seat intake |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 17 | 15% of 110-seat intake |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 8 | 7.5% of 110-seat intake |
| Subtotal — Indian Nationals | 110 | |
| Foreign Nationals (Supernumerary) | 5 | Over and above the 110 |
| OCI / PIO (Supernumerary) | 5 | Over and above the 110 |
| Grand Total | 120 |
LLM — Seat Distribution
| Category | Approximate Seats |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 32 |
| OBC-NCL | 15 |
| EWS | ~8 |
| SC | ~12 |
| ST | ~3 |
| Foreign Nationals / OCI-PIO (Supernumerary) | ~11 |
| Grand Total | 81 |
A 30% horizontal reservation for female candidates applies within each category for both BA LLB and LLM. This means 30% of General seats, 30% of OBC-NCL seats, and so on are reserved for female candidates within each vertical category. PwD candidates also get horizontal reservation within their respective categories.
With only 120 BA LLB seats total — and 50 of those for General category — NLU Delhi holds a uniquely small intake for a law school of its calibre. This is what drives the intense competition in AILET every year.
How to Prepare for AILET
AILET is one of India’s most competitive law entrance exams. With only 120 BA LLB seats and over 22,000 candidates appearing, preparation needs to be focused, consistent, and long-term. Here is a section-wise strategy based on the AILET 2026 exam pattern.
English Language (50 Marks) — Strategy
- Reading Comprehension: Practice at least 2 passages daily. The Hindu or Indian Express editorial sections are excellent sources — they match AILET’s comprehension passage level and style
- Vocabulary: Build a word bank of 10–15 new words every day. Focus on roots, prefixes, and suffixes — these help you decode unfamiliar words in context
- Grammar: Revise rules of tenses, subject-verb agreement, active/passive voice, and sentence structure. Practice error-spotting exercises regularly
- Para Jumbles: Learn to identify connectors and transition words — they reveal the logical sequence within a paragraph
Current Affairs and GK (30 Marks) — Strategy
- Read a reliable daily newspaper or follow a trusted current affairs app every day — build this habit at least 8 months before the exam
- Focus on legal and constitutional developments in India — Supreme Court judgments, new legislation, constitutional amendments, and government policies appear frequently in AILET
- Use monthly current affairs compilations from credible sources to revise large volumes quickly in the final weeks
- For static GK, concentrate on Indian History, the Indian Constitution, and basic geography — these topics repeat across years
- Cover events from at least 12–18 months before the exam date to ensure nothing important is missed
Logical Reasoning (70 Marks) — Strategy
- Legal Reasoning: This sub-section is the highest-scoring in AILET. Practice principle-fact questions where you apply a given legal rule to a scenario. No legal knowledge is needed — careful reading and logical thinking are the only skills required
- Puzzles and Arrangements: Solve at least 3–5 puzzles daily. Start with straightforward linear arrangements and gradually move to complex floor or circular arrangements with multiple conditions
- Syllogisms and Analogies: These follow fixed rules — once you master the method, they become quick, reliable marks
- Critical Reasoning: Practice strengthen/weaken and assumption-based questions from CAT and LSAT preparation material — the question style is similar to AILET’s logical reasoning section
- Speed and accuracy together matter — practice timed mock tests every week and track your attempt rate and accuracy separately
General Preparation Tips
- Solve at least 10–15 AILET previous year papers — this is the single most effective preparation strategy you can follow
- After each mock test, identify your weak areas and spend focused time on those topics before the next test
- The -0.25 negative marking means you should skip questions you are unsure about — blind guessing reduces your score
- On exam day, attempt Logical Reasoning and English first (both are pattern-based) before Current Affairs — GK questions can be unpredictable
- Manage your time strictly — 150 questions in 120 minutes means under 1 minute per question
- AILET rewards consistent learners over last-minute crammers — start preparation at least 6–8 months before the exam date
FAQs on AILET 2026
Ques. What is AILET and who conducts it?
Ans. AILET stands for All India Law Entrance Test. It is conducted by National Law University (NLU) Delhi for admission to its BA LLB (Hons.) and LLM programmes. Unlike CLAT — which is the entrance exam for 25+ NLUs across India — AILET is exclusively for NLU Delhi. The official website is nationallawuniversitydelhi.in.
Ques. When was the AILET 2026 exam conducted?
Ans. The AILET 2026 exam was held on December 14, 2025. It was a 2-hour offline MCQ exam in a single shift from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. More than 22,500 candidates appeared for the BA LLB programme, making it one of the most competitive years in AILET history.
Ques. What is the AILET 2026 cutoff for General category in BA LLB?
Ans. The AILET 2026 final closing rank for the General category in BA LLB was approximately Rank 78 (as per the 4th and final merit list released on May 5, 2026). To achieve this rank, a candidate needed around 120–125 marks out of 150. For LLM, the General closing rank was 48.
Ques. How many seats are available in AILET 2026?
Ans. NLU Delhi offers 120 total seats for BA LLB (Hons.) — 110 for Indian nationals across General, OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, and ST categories, plus 10 supernumerary seats for foreign nationals and OCI/PIO candidates. For LLM, there are 81 seats. The competition ratio for General category BA LLB seats is roughly 188:1.
Ques. Is AILET different from CLAT?
Ans. Yes, AILET and CLAT are completely separate exams. CLAT is conducted by the Consortium of NLUs for admission to 25+ National Law Universities. AILET is conducted only by NLU Delhi for admission to NLU Delhi alone. CLAT scores are not accepted at NLU Delhi. If you want to be considered for NLU Delhi, you must appear for AILET separately, even if you also appear for CLAT.
Ques. What is the eligibility for AILET 2026 BA LLB?
Ans. You must have passed Class 10+2 or its equivalent from any recognized board with a minimum of 45% marks (General/EWS), 42% (OBC-NCL), or 40% (SC/ST/PwD). There is no age limit for AILET. Students from any stream — Science, Commerce, or Arts — can apply. Class 12 appearing candidates are also eligible to register conditionally.
Ques. Does AILET 2026 have negative marking?
Ans. Yes. AILET has negative marking of -0.25 marks for every wrong answer. Unattempted questions carry no penalty. For the BA LLB exam (150 marks total), getting a question wrong reduces your score by 0.25. You should only attempt questions you are reasonably confident about — blind guessing can cost you marks.
Ques. What is the AILET 2026 application fee for SC/ST candidates?
Ans. The AILET 2026 application fee for SC/ST/PwD candidates was Rs. 1,050. For General, OBC-NCL, and EWS candidates, the fee was Rs. 3,050. SC/ST candidates from the BPL category were fully exempted from the fee. The fee is non-refundable once paid.
Ques. When will AILET 2027 registration open?
Ans. AILET 2027 registration is expected to open around August 2026, following the same pattern as AILET 2026, which opened registration on August 7, 2025. NLU Delhi typically releases the official notification in June–July before registration opens in August. Check nationallawuniversitydelhi.in to see if the AILET 2027 notification has been published yet.
Ques. How is the AILET 2026 result calculated?
Ans. Your AILET score is calculated as: (Number of correct answers × 1) – (Number of wrong answers × 0.25). The final score determines your merit rank on the AILET rank list. In case of a tie, NLU Delhi uses age as a tiebreaker — the older candidate gets the higher rank. This makes accuracy in answering more important than attempting a large number of questions.
Ques. What was the highest score in AILET 2026?
Ans. The highest score in AILET 2026 BA LLB was 142.5 out of 150. AIR 1 was secured by a candidate named Aryan. This high topper score shows how competitive AILET 2026 was — scoring above 120 out of 150 was generally needed to secure a General category seat at NLU Delhi.
Ques. Can I get admission to NLU Delhi through CLAT?
Ans. No. NLU Delhi does not accept CLAT scores. The only way to get admission to NLU Delhi’s BA LLB or LLM programmes is through AILET. This is a key difference between NLU Delhi and all other National Law Universities, which admit students through CLAT. You must appear for AILET separately if NLU Delhi is your target.
Disclaimer: The information on AILET 2026 provided above is sourced from official notifications, result data, and counselling schedules published by National Law University Delhi as of August 2026. Cutoff ranks and marks-vs-rank figures for some rounds are approximate based on available data. Always verify the latest information directly at nationallawuniversitydelhi.in before taking any action.
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