AILET Exam 2026 – Dates, Syllabus, Exam Pattern, Application, Eligibility, Preparation Tips & More
The All India Law Entrance Test (AILET) 2026 will be conducted by the National Law University, Delhi (NLU Delhi) for admission to BA LLB (Hons.), LLM, and PhD programmes for the academic session 2026–27. The AILET 2026 notification was released on June 17, 2025 and the registration window has been activated from August 7, 2025 on the official website – nationallawuniversitydelhi.in.
The last date to apply for AILET 2026 is November 10, 2025. The exam will be held in offline mode on December 14, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at designated test centres across the country.
Note: NLU Delhi does not accept CLAT scores. AILET is the only accepted entrance test for admission to its law programmes.
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AILET 2026 – Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | All India Law Entrance Test (AILET) |
| Conducting Body | National Law University, Delhi |
| Exam Frequency | Once a year |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (Pen & Paper) |
| Duration | 2 hours (120 minutes) |
| Courses Offered | BA LLB (Hons.), LLM, PhD |
| Seats | BA LLB: 110 |
| Application Fee | General/OBC: ₹3,000 |
| Official Website | nationallawuniversitydelhi.in |
AILET 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | June 17, 2025 |
| Application Form Start Date | August 7, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | November 10, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| Exam Date | December 14, 2025 (2:00 PM – 4:00 PM) |
| Provisional Answer Key | To be announced |
| Final Answer Key | To be announced |
| Result Declaration | To be announced |
| Counselling Start Date | To be announced |
AILET 2026 Courses and Seat Intake
- BA LLB (Hons.) – 110 seats (plus 10 direct admission seats for Foreign Nationals and OCI/PIO)
- LLM – 70 seats (plus 10 direct admission seats for Foreign Nationals and OCI/PIO)
- PhD – Variable intake as per NLU Delhi’s research requirements
Foreign Nationals/OCI/PIO candidates are exempt from AILET.
AILET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
BA LLB (Hons.)
- Passed Class 12 or equivalent with at least 45% marks (General category)
- 42% for OBC, 40% for SC/ST/PwD
- Candidates appearing in Class 12 exams in 2026 are also eligible
LLM
- Completed LLB or equivalent law degree with 50% marks (General)
- 44% for SC/ST/PwD
- Final-year LLB students can apply
PhD
- Completed LLM or equivalent with 55% marks (General)
- 50% for SC/ST/PwD
AILET 2026 Application Process
Steps to Apply:
- Visit nationallawuniversitydelhi.in
- Click “Register” and provide name, DOB, mobile number, email ID, category, etc.
- Verify your account via OTP
- Fill in academic details and upload a passport-size photo & signature
- Pay the application fee via credit card, debit card, or net banking
- Submit and download the confirmation page
AILET 2026 Exam Pattern
BA LLB (Hons.)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 50 | 50 |
| Current Affairs & General Knowledge | 30 | 30 |
| Logical Reasoning | 70 | 70 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
- Type of Questions: MCQs
- Marking Scheme: +1 for correct, -0.25 for incorrect answers
LLM
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Section A | 50 MCQs (25 + 25) |
| Section B | 10 descriptive questions (answer any 2) |
| Total Marks | 100 |
- Descriptive section checked only if the candidate qualifies Section A cut-off
AILET 2026 Syllabus
For BA LLB:
- English: Vocabulary, grammar, comprehension, synonyms, antonyms
- GK & Current Affairs: National/International news, awards, events
- Logical Reasoning: Analytical puzzles, syllogisms, critical reasoning
For LLM:
- Constitutional Law
- Jurisprudence
- Law of Contracts, Torts, Criminal Law, IPR, International Law, etc.
AILET 2026 Admit Card
Admit cards will be available online. Candidates must log in with their application number and password to download. Carry a colour printout to the exam hall along with valid photo ID.
Preparation Tips for AILET 2026
- Start preparation at least 6 months before the exam
- Focus on Logical Reasoning – it carries the highest weight in BA LLB
- Read newspapers daily for GK and Current Affairs
- Solve previous year papers and take timed mock tests
- For LLM, revise important case laws and bare acts
Conclusion
The AILET 2026 is a highly competitive law entrance exam for securing admission at NLU Delhi, one of India’s most prestigious law universities. With a clear understanding of the exam pattern, syllabus, and an effective preparation strategy, candidates can improve their chances of success.
For the latest updates, visit the official AILET website.
