AILET 2026: Exam Date, Eligibility, and Complete Admission Guide for NLU Delhi

The All India Law Entrance Test (AILET) serves as the gateway for aspiring legal professionals seeking admission to the prestigious National Law University, Delhi (NLUD). As a national-level examination, AILET is designed to identify top-tier talent for undergraduate and postgraduate law programs.

Overview of AILET 2026

Conducted by NLUD, the AILET 2026 is scheduled for December 14, 2025. The examination follows an offline, pen-and-paper format, testing candidates on their aptitude for legal studies. With no upper age limit, it remains one of the most accessible yet competitive exams in India. For detailed information, candidates should refer to the Official AILET 2026 Notification PDF.

Detail	Value
University Conducting Exam	National Law University, Delhi (NLUD)
Exam Name	AILET 2026
Full Form	All India Law Entrance Test
Courses Offered	B.A.LL.B.(Hons.), LL.M., and PhD. Programmes
Mode of Availability	Online
AILET 2026 Admit Card	November 27, 2025 (Released)
Exam Mode	Offline
Total Seats	B.A.LL.B.(Hons.)- 110 LL.M.- 70 PhD. Programmes- 16
Official website	https://nationallawuniversitydelhi.in/

Eligibility Criteria and Application Process

To participate in the selection process, candidates must satisfy the AILET eligibility criteria 2026. Undergraduate applicants need at least 45% marks in Class 12 (40% for SC/ST/PWD). Postgraduate candidates require an LLB degree with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories). You can begin your process by filling out the AILET Application Form 2026 or using the direct Apply for AILET 2026 - Direct Registration Link.

AILET 2026 Application Fee

• Unreserved/ OBC/ EWS/ Foreign Nationals/ Kashmiri Migrants: Rs. 3000/-
• SC/ ST and PwD candidates: Rs. 1000/-
• Below Poverty Line Candidates of SC/ST: Exempted

Category	AILET 2026 Application Fee
Unreserved/ OBC/ EWS/ Foreign Nationals/ Kashmiri Migrants	Rs. 3000/-
SC/ ST and PwD candidates	Rs. 1000/-
Below Poverty Line Candidates of SC/ST	Exempted

Exam Pattern and Syllabus

The exam consists of 150 multiple-choice questions. It is vital to understand the AILET 2026 Exam Pattern to manage your time effectively. Keep in mind there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks per incorrect answer. For preparation, refer to the View Complete AILET 2026 Syllabus.

Exam Section	Details
English Language	Synonyms & Antonyms, Reading Comprehension, Inference-based Questions, Para Jumbles, Word Usage, Vocabulary, Grammar
Logical Reasoning	Analogy, Blood Relations, Critical Reasoning, Directions, Series, Syllogism
General Knowledge	Awards & Honours, Current Affairs, Famous Personalities, UN Bodies, External Affairs, Sports

Study topics like General Knowledge, Antonyms, Grammar, and Current Affairs to boost your scores. You should also Download AILET Previous Year Question Paper PDFs to practice.

Exam Day Preparation

The AILET 2026 Admit Card will be released on November 27, 2025. After downloading it, verify all details, check your designated exam center, and plan your travel to arrive well before the reporting time.

AILET 2026 Exam Centers

• Ahmedabad, Asansol, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Cochin, Dehradun, Delhi, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, Gorakhpur, Gurugram, Guwahati, Gwalior, Jamshedpur, Haldwani, Hisar, Hyderabad, Jabalpur, Jaipur, Jammu, Jodhpur, Kanpur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Patna, Pune, Raipur, Ranchi, Thiruvananthapuram, Varanasi, Visakhapatnam

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AILET Question Paper 2026	AILET Answer Key 2026
AILET Exam Day Instrustions	AILET Merit List 2026
AILET Cut Off	AILET Result

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the full form of AILET?

AILET stands for the All India Law Entrance Test, conducted by NLU Delhi.

What is AILET 2026 Exam Date?

The AILET 2026 exam is officially scheduled for December 14, 2025, as announced on the official NLU Delhi website.

How many questions will be on the AILET 2026 exam?

The AILET 2026 undergraduate question paper will consist of 150 multiple-choice questions.

What is the mode of AILET 2026?

AILET 2026 will be conducted in a traditional pen-and-paper (offline) format.