{"id":452,"date":"2026-04-24T11:11:45","date_gmt":"2026-04-24T11:11:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawpreptutorialkolkata.com\/blog\/?p=452"},"modified":"2026-05-06T13:25:12","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T13:25:12","slug":"what-is-ailet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lawpreptutorialkolkata.com\/blog\/what-is-ailet\/","title":{"rendered":"What is AILET Exam? Full Form, All Details, Syllabus, Eligibility"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

AILET is the only entrance test that gives you admission to National Law University Delhi\u2014the second most prestigious law school in India. That\u2019s the biggest reason why competition is extremely high despite limited seats (just 120 for BA LLB). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re wondering what is AILET, it is a national-level law entrance exam conducted once a year for UG and PG at NLU Delhi. For AILET 2027, the exam is scheduled on 13 December 2026. With a focused pattern and heavy weightage on logical reasoning, cracking AILET requires a smart and structured preparation strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is AILET Exam?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

AILET stands for All India Law Entrance Test, conducted annually by National Law University Delhi for admission into its BA LLB (Hons.), and LLM programs. Unlike CLAT, which covers 27 NLUs, AILET is exclusively for NLU Delhi. The exam is conducted in offline mode and tests candidates on English, Current Affairs, and Logical Reasoning at the UG level. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a precise syllabus and fewer seats, AILET demands clarity, speed, and strong conceptual understanding from aspirants aiming for top ranks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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AILET Exam 2027: Key Highlights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Find the most important information about AILET examination for law:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/strong><\/td>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Exam Name<\/td>All India Law Entrance Test (AILET)<\/td><\/tr>
Conducting Body<\/td>National Law University Delhi<\/td><\/tr>
Exam Level<\/td>National-level entrance exam<\/td><\/tr>
Purpose<\/td>Admission to BA LLB and LLM at NLU Delhi<\/td><\/tr>
AILET 2027 Exam Date<\/td>13 December 2026 (Sunday)<\/td><\/tr>
Exam Mode<\/td>Offline (Pen-and-Paper)<\/td><\/tr>
Exam Duration<\/td>120 minutes (2 hours)<\/td><\/tr>
Total Questions<\/td>UG: 150 MCQs, PG: 100 MCQs<\/td><\/tr>
Marking Scheme<\/td>+1 for correct, \u20130.25 negative marking<\/td><\/tr>
Courses & Seats<\/td>BA LLB \u2013 120 seats, LLM \u2013 81 seats<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Courses Offered Through AILET<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Program<\/strong><\/td>Course Name<\/strong><\/td>Duration<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
UG<\/td>BA LLB (Hons.)<\/td>5 Years<\/td><\/tr>
PG<\/td>LLM<\/td>1 Year<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

1. BA LLB (Hons.) \u2013 5-Year Integrated Program<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The BA LLB (Hons.) program offered through AILET at NLU Delhi is a prestigious 5-year integrated course combining law with humanities subjects. It is designed to build strong legal foundations along with analytical and reasoning skills. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With only 120 seats, this program is highly competitive and opens doors to top careers in litigation, corporate law, judiciary, and policy-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. LLM \u2013 1-Year Postgraduate Program<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The LLM program at NLU Delhi is a 1-year postgraduate course aimed at law graduates who want to specialize in advanced legal studies. The program focuses on in-depth understanding of legal concepts, research, and specialization in areas like constitutional law and business law. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With just 81 seats, it attracts serious aspirants aiming for careers in academia, litigation, or higher judicial services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Read More: LLM Entrance Exams in India <\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

AILET Exam Pattern<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Below is the AILET 2027 exam pattern<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

AILET UG Exam Pattern<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Section<\/strong><\/td>Questions<\/strong><\/td>Marks<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
English Language<\/td>50<\/td>50<\/td><\/tr>
Current Affairs & GK<\/td>30<\/td>30<\/td><\/tr>
Logical Reasoning<\/td>70<\/td>70<\/td><\/tr>
Total<\/td>150<\/td>150<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

AILET PG Exam Pattern<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Section<\/td>Questions<\/td>Marks<\/td><\/tr>
Law Subjects (Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, etc.)<\/td>100<\/td>100<\/td><\/tr>
Total<\/td>100<\/td>100<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

AILET Marking Scheme<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Criteria<\/strong><\/td>Marks<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Correct Answer<\/td>+1<\/td><\/tr>
Incorrect Answer<\/td>\u20130.25<\/td><\/tr>
Unattempted Question<\/td>0<\/td><\/tr>
Type of Questions<\/td>Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

AILET 2027 Syllabus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Below is the overview of AILET exam syllabus:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Section<\/strong><\/td>Key Topics Covered<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
English Language<\/td>Reading comprehension passages, vocabulary (synonyms\/antonyms), grammar usage, sentence correction, inference-based questions, tone and theme identification<\/td><\/tr>
Current Affairs & General Knowledge<\/td>National & international current affairs, awards & honours, government schemes, legal current affairs, static GK (history, polity, geography, economy), important dates and events<\/td><\/tr>
Logical Reasoning<\/td>Analytical reasoning, critical reasoning, statement & conclusion, assumptions, arguments, puzzles, series, coding-decoding, legal reasoning (indirect application, no prior legal knowledge required)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The UG syllabus of AILET is designed to test reading ability, awareness, and logical thinking, not prior legal knowledge. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For AILET PG, this is the syllabus:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Subject<\/strong><\/td>Key Topics Covered<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Constitutional Law<\/td>Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, basic structure doctrine, separation of powers, landmark Supreme Court judgments<\/td><\/tr>
Jurisprudence<\/td>Schools of law, legal concepts (rights, duties, liability), theories of justice, legal reasoning principles<\/td><\/tr>
Contract Law<\/td>Essentials of valid contract, breach of contract, remedies, quasi-contracts<\/td><\/tr>
Criminal Law (IPC)<\/td>General principles of criminal liability, offences, punishments, important IPC sections<\/td><\/tr>
Law of Torts<\/td>Negligence, strict liability, vicarious liability, defamation, nuisance<\/td><\/tr>
Administrative Law<\/td>Rule of law, natural justice, judicial review, delegated legislation<\/td><\/tr>
Family Law<\/td>Marriage, divorce, adoption, succession under Hindu and Muslim law<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The PG syllabus is entirely law-focused and demands strong conceptual clarity across core subjects. Since the exam is conducted by National Law University Delhi, the emphasis is always on application and analytical understanding rather than rote memorization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Resources for CLAT Preparation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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CLAT Coaching in Park Street<\/a><\/td>CLAT Mock Test<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
CLAT Coaching in Kolkata<\/a><\/td>CLAT Previous Year Papers<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

AILET Eligibility Criteria 2027<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Candidates must meet these conditions before final admission, even if they appear while awaiting results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

AILET UG Eligibility Criteria<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Criteria<\/strong><\/td>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Course<\/td>BA LLB (Hons.)<\/td><\/tr>
Qualification Required<\/td>10+2 or equivalent examination<\/td><\/tr>
General Category<\/td>Minimum 45% marks<\/td><\/tr>
OBC Category<\/td>Minimum 42% marks<\/td><\/tr>
SC\/ST\/PwD<\/td>Minimum 40% marks<\/td><\/tr>
Appearing Candidates<\/td>Eligible to apply, subject to meeting requirements before the final cut-off date<\/td><\/tr>
Age Limit<\/td>No upper age limit<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

AILET PG Eligibility Criteria<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

AILET PG eligibility is for candidates applying to the LLM program at NLU Delhi. Applicants must hold a law degree and satisfy the minimum marks requirement based on their category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Criteria<\/strong><\/td>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Course<\/td>LLM<\/td><\/tr>
Qualification Required<\/td>LL.B. or equivalent law degree<\/td><\/tr>
General Category<\/td>Minimum 50% marks<\/td><\/tr>
SC\/ST\/PwD<\/td>Minimum 45% marks<\/td><\/tr>
Appearing Candidates<\/td>Eligible to apply, subject to meeting requirements before the final cut-off date<\/td><\/tr>
Age Limit<\/td>No upper age limit<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

AILET 2027 Seat Matrix <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Category<\/strong><\/td>Reservation<\/strong><\/td>BA LLB Seats<\/strong><\/td>LLM Seats<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
General<\/td>Remaining seats<\/td>55<\/td>32<\/td><\/tr>
OBC-NCL<\/td>22%<\/td>24<\/td>17<\/td><\/tr>
SC<\/td>15%<\/td>17<\/td>12<\/td><\/tr>
ST<\/td>7.5%<\/td>8<\/td>6<\/td><\/tr>
EWS<\/td>10%<\/td>11<\/td>8<\/td><\/tr>
PwD<\/td>5% horizontal<\/td>As per horizontal reservation<\/td>As per horizontal reservation<\/td><\/tr>
Foreign Nationals \/ OCI \/ PIO<\/td>Separate category<\/td>5<\/td>6<\/td><\/tr>
Total<\/td>\u2014<\/td>120<\/td>81<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Read More: AILET 2027 Notification<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

AILET 2027 Application Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Step 1: Visit the Official Website<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Go to the official NLU Delhi admission portal and open the AILET 2027 registration<\/a> link when applications begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2: Complete Registration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Create your candidate account using your name, mobile number, email ID, password, and other basic details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3: Fill the Application Form<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Enter your personal details, academic information, category, course preference, exam city choices, and communication details carefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 4: Upload Required Documents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, category certificate, and other required documents in the prescribed format.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 5: Pay the Application Fee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pay the AILET application fee online as per your category using debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 6: Submit and Download Confirmation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

After payment, submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference during admit card and counselling stages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

AILET Admit Card 2027<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The AILET admit card is released online before the exam on the official NLU Delhi admission portal. Candidates must log in using their registered credentials and download the hall ticket. The admit card includes the candidate\u2019s name, roll number, exam date, reporting time, exam centre address, photograph, signature, and important instructions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carrying the admit card along with a valid photo ID is compulsory on exam day. Candidates should check all details carefully and report any error to the exam authority before the exam date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

AILET Results<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The AILET 2027 result is expected to be declared within 7\u201310 days after the exam, which is scheduled on 13 December 2026. Based on past trends, candidates can expect the result in the last week of December 2026. The result will be released online on the official website of National Law University Delhi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Candidates can check their result using login credentials. The scorecard will include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n