AILET (All India Law Entrance Test - National Law University, Delhi)
Overview
AILET is the separate national entrance test conducted by National Law University, Delhi for its 5-year BA LLB (Hons) programme. NLU Delhi does not admit through CLAT.
Exam Pattern
Mode:Offline (pen & paper)
Duration:120 minutes
Total Marks:150
Marking Scheme:+1 for a correct answer, -0.25 for a wrong answer
Sections
English Language
~50 Questions•- Marks
Current Affairs & General Knowledge
~30 Questions•- Marks
Logical Reasoning
~70 Questions•- Marks
Syllabus
English Language
- Comprehension
- Vocabulary & grammar
Current Affairs & GK
- Current events
- General knowledge
Logical Reasoning
- Critical reasoning
- Logical sequences
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed/appearing Class 12 with minimum 45% (40% for SC/ST)
- No upper age limit
Important Dates
Registration opens
August 2026 (tentative - confirm on the official website)
Exam date
December 2026 (tentative - confirm on the official website)
Application Process
- Register on the NLU Delhi admissions portal
- Complete the form & pay the fee
- Download the admit card
💡 Preparation Tips
- Focus heavily on logical reasoning (largest section)
- Build current-affairs notes
- Solve previous AILET papers
❓ FAQs
Is AILET different from CLAT?
Yes. AILET is only for NLU Delhi; CLAT covers the other 24 NLUs.