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AILET 2026 Preparation Strategy Complete Guide

  • Writer: jaya lawprep
    jaya lawprep
  • May 16
  • 2 min read

What Is the AILET Exam?

The All India Law Entrance Test, better known as AILET, is the gateway to one of India's most respected law schools — National Law University (NLU), Delhi. Unlike most national law entrance exams, AILET is conducted exclusively for admissions to NLU Delhi, making it one of the most competitive and sought-after law entrance tests in the country.

Every year, thousands of aspiring lawyers compete for roughly 123 undergraduate seats. The exam tests your command of English, logical reasoning, and general awareness — no prior legal knowledge required.


Full Form of AILET

AILET stands for: All India Law Entrance Test


It is conducted by National Law University (NLU), Delhi — one of India's top-ranked law institutions — for admission to its B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M., and Ph.D. programs.


AILET 2026 — Key Highlights

Here is a quick snapshot of everything you need to know about the exam at a glance:

Detail

Information

Full Name

All India Law Entrance Test

Conducting Body

National Law University (NLU), Delhi

Courses Offered

B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M., Ph.D.

Exam Mode

Offline (Pen and Paper)

Exam Duration

120 minutes (2 hours)

Total Questions

150 MCQs (UG) / 100 MCQs (PG)

Marking Scheme

+1 for correct, -0.25 for incorrect

UG Seat Intake

Approximately 123 seats

PG Seat Intake

70 to 81 seats

Registration Start (2026)

August 7, 2025

Application Deadline (2026)

November 10, 2025

Admit Card Release

November 26, 2025

Exam Date (2026)

December 14, 2025

Result Declaration

Expected January 2026


Eligibility Criteria

Before you apply, make sure you meet the requirements for your chosen program.


For B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) — Undergraduate

  • Passed 10+2 (Senior Secondary) or equivalent from a recognized board

  • Minimum 45% aggregate marks in Class 12 (General / OBC / EWS)

  • Minimum 40% aggregate marks for SC, ST, and PwD candidates

  • Students appearing for Class 12 exams in 2026 are also eligible to apply

  • No upper age limit — anyone can apply regardless of age


For LL.M. — Postgraduate

  • LL.B. or equivalent law degree from a recognized university

  • Minimum 50% aggregate marks in the law degree (General / OBC / EWS)

  • Minimum 45% aggregate marks for SC, ST, and PwD candidates

  • No upper age limit


Why AILET Matters?

NLU Delhi is consistently ranked among the top three law schools in India. A degree from here opens doors to Supreme Court clerkships, top litigation chambers, Big Law firms, public policy roles, and global LLM programs. With only 123 UG seats available each year, the selection rate is extremely low — making thorough preparation non-negotiable.


Quick Preparation Tips

  • Read a national newspaper every day — it covers current affairs and sharpens your English at the same time

  • Practice logical reasoning puzzles daily — this section carries the most weight (70 questions)

  • Take timed mock tests — 150 questions in 120 minutes means you have under a minute per question

  • Be careful with negative marking — a wrong answer costs you 0.25 marks, so avoid random guessing

  • Start at least 6 months early — consistent, daily practice beats last-minute cramming every time




 
 
 

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