NLU Delhi
AILET 2026 – All India Law Entrance Test by NLU Delhi
Important Dates
Eligibility
BA LLB (Hons.) — 5-Year Programme: - Class 12 (or equivalent) from a recognised board - General/OBC/EWS: Minimum 45% aggregate marks - SC/ST/PwD: Minimum 40% aggregate marks - No upper age limit - Awaiting result candidates were eligible LLM — 1-Year Programme: - LLB or equivalent degree - General: Minimum 50% marks - SC/ST/PwD: Minimum 45% marks
Syllabus
English Language (50 Marks): Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Synonyms, Antonyms, Para Jumbles, Cloze Test, Sentence Correction, Error Spotting Current Affairs & General Knowledge (30 Marks): National & International Current Affairs, Awards & Honours, Indian Polity, Important Personalities, UN & International Organisations, Sports, Books & Authors Logical Reasoning (70 Marks): Analytical Reasoning, Syllogisms, Assumptions & Conclusions, Critical Reasoning, Series & Analogies, Blood Relations, Directions, Coding-Decoding, Puzzles
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What is AILET?
AILET stands for All India Law Entrance Test. It is the entrance exam conducted by National Law University, Delhi (NLU Delhi) for admission to its undergraduate BA LLB (Hons.), postgraduate LLM, and PhD programmes. NLU Delhi is one of the top five law universities in India, and AILET is the only way to get in — the university does not accept CLAT scores.
Every year, thousands of law aspirants across India appear for AILET competing for roughly 110 seats in the BA LLB programme. The exam is known for its emphasis on logical reasoning, which carries the highest weightage among all sections.
AILET 2026 Exam Date
AILET 2026 was conducted on 14 December 2025 in offline (pen-and-paper) mode. The exam was held in a single shift from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM across multiple exam centres in India.
The exam was originally scheduled for 7 December 2025 but was later rescheduled to 14 December 2025 by NLU Delhi.
Eligibility Criteria
For BA LLB (Hons.) — 5-Year Programme
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 (or equivalent) from a recognised board
- General / OBC / EWS: Minimum 45% aggregate marks in Class 12
- SC / ST / PwD: Minimum 40% aggregate marks in Class 12
- No upper age limit — candidates of any age can apply
- Students who appeared for Class 12 exams and were awaiting results at the time of application were also eligible to apply
For LLM — 1-Year Programme
- Candidates must hold an LLB or equivalent degree
- General: Minimum 50% marks
- SC / ST / PwD: Minimum 45% marks
Exam Pattern
AILET 2026 was a pen-and-paper based exam with 150 multiple-choice questions to be answered in 120 minutes (2 hours). Here is the section-wise breakdown:
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 50 | 50 |
| Current Affairs & General Knowledge | 30 | 30 |
| Logical Reasoning | 70 | 70 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Marking Scheme
- +1 mark for each correct answer
- -0.25 marks (negative marking) for each wrong answer
- No marks deducted for unanswered questions
The logical reasoning section carries the highest weightage at 70 marks — nearly half the paper. This is what sets AILET apart from CLAT, where legal reasoning gets more weight.
Complete Syllabus
English Language (50 Marks)
This section tests your command over the English language. Key topics include:
- Reading Comprehension — passages followed by inference-based and factual questions
- Grammar — sentence correction, error spotting, fill in the blanks
- Vocabulary — synonyms, antonyms, idioms, one-word substitutions
- Para Jumbles — rearranging sentences to form a coherent paragraph
- Cloze Test — fill in the blanks within a passage
Current Affairs & General Knowledge (30 Marks)
This section covers a broad range of topics:
- National and international current affairs (last 12 months)
- Awards and honours (Padma, Nobel, Booker, sports awards)
- Indian polity and governance
- Important personalities in news
- United Nations and international organisations
- Sports events and tournaments
- Books, authors, and cultural events
Logical Reasoning (70 Marks)
The largest and most important section. Topics include:
- Analytical Reasoning — arrangements, puzzles, grouping
- Logical Reasoning — syllogisms, assumptions, conclusions, arguments
- Critical Reasoning — strengthen/weaken arguments, inference
- Series and Analogies — number series, letter series, pattern recognition
- Blood Relations and Directions
- Coding-Decoding
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Released | July 22, 2025 |
| Online Application Started | August 7, 2025 |
| Application Deadline | November 10, 2025 |
| Admit Card Released | November 27, 2025 |
| Exam Date | December 14, 2025 |
| Answer Key Released | December 2025 |
| Result Declared | December 2025 |
| Counselling Registration | December 19–27, 2025 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS / Kashmiri Migrants | Rs. 3,500 |
| SC / ST / PwD | Rs. 1,500 |
Payment could be made online through credit card, debit card, or net banking.
How to Apply
The application process for AILET 2026 was entirely online through the official NLU Delhi website. Here is how it worked:
- Register — Visit nationallawuniversitydelhi.in and create an account with your email and mobile number
- Fill the Application Form — Enter your personal details, educational qualifications, and choose your preferred exam centre
- Upload Documents — Upload a recent passport-size photograph, signature, and Class 12 mark sheet (if available)
- Pay the Fee — Pay the application fee online using credit card, debit card, or net banking
- Submit and Print — Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for your records
Admit Card
The AILET 2026 admit card was released on 27 November 2025 on the official NLU Delhi website. Candidates could download it by logging into their account using their registration ID and password.
What to Carry on Exam Day
- Printed admit card (mandatory)
- Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar card, passport, voter ID, or PAN card)
- Two passport-size photographs (same as uploaded during registration)
- Stationery — black or blue ballpoint pen (the exam is offline)
Seat Intake
| Programme | Seats |
|---|---|
| BA LLB (Hons.) | 110 seats (+ 10 supernumerary for Foreign/NRI/OCI) |
| LLM | 70 seats |
| PhD | 16 seats |
Preparation Tips
If you are planning to appear for AILET in the upcoming cycle, here are some practical tips:
Focus on Logical Reasoning first. It carries 70 out of 150 marks. If you can score well here, you are already close to a good rank. Practice at least 30–40 reasoning questions daily from books like RS Aggarwal or Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey.
Read newspapers daily for GK. The Hindu or Indian Express, combined with a monthly current affairs magazine, covers most of what AILET asks. Pay special attention to awards, international summits, and legal developments.
English needs practice, not just theory. Solve reading comprehension passages regularly. Focus on inference-based questions — AILET tends to ask questions that go beyond surface-level reading.
Solve previous year papers. AILET repeats its question style. Doing the last 5–7 years of papers gives you a clear idea of what to expect and helps with time management.
Time management matters. You have 150 questions in 120 minutes — that is less than 50 seconds per question. Practice with a timer. If a question takes more than a minute, move on and come back later.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is AILET the same as CLAT?
No. AILET is conducted by NLU Delhi for admission to its own programmes. CLAT is conducted by the Consortium of NLUs for admission to all other NLUs except NLU Delhi. The exam patterns are also different — AILET has more logical reasoning questions while CLAT focuses more on reading comprehension and legal reasoning.
Can I get into NLU Delhi through CLAT?
No. NLU Delhi does not accept CLAT scores. You must clear AILET to get admission to NLU Delhi.
Is there an age limit for AILET?
No. There is no upper age limit for appearing in AILET. Candidates of any age who meet the educational qualification can apply.
What is a good score in AILET?
For the General category, a score of 85–95 out of 150 is typically considered competitive for the BA LLB programme. For reserved categories, the cutoff is usually lower. The exact cutoff varies each year based on the difficulty level and number of applicants.
Will AILET 2027 have the same pattern?
While NLU Delhi generally maintains a similar exam pattern, minor changes are possible. Always check the official notification when it is released for the next cycle.
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Disclaimer: All information on this page is based on the official AILET 2026 notification and publicly available data. While we make every effort to keep this page accurate, candidates should always verify details from the official NLU Delhi website before making any decisions.