The All India Law Entrance Test (AILET) 2027 is a national-level law entrance examination conducted by National Law University (NLU), Delhi for admission to its prestigious B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M., and Ph.D. programmes for the 2027–28 academic session. Unlike CLAT, AILET scores are accepted only by NLU Delhi, making it the exclusive entrance examination for one of India’s leading law universities.
NLU Delhi has officially announced the AILET 2027 Exam Date, with the examination scheduled to be conducted on December 13, 2026 (Sunday). The AILET 2027 Online Application Process will begin on August 7, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their application forms through the official admission portal. Candidates aspiring to pursue legal education at NLU Delhi should carefully review the eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, application process, and important dates before applying.
What is AILET?
AILET (All India Law Entrance Test) is a national-level, offline entrance examination conducted every year by the National Law University, Delhi (NLU Delhi) for admission to its flagship law programmes. Unlike most of India’s other National Law Universities, NLU Delhi does not accept CLAT (Common Law Admission Test) scores — AILET is its sole gateway for admission, which is what makes the exam so keenly watched among law aspirants.
AILET is used to select candidates for three programmes at NLU Delhi:
- B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) — the flagship five-year undergraduate law programme
- LL.M. — the one-year postgraduate law programme
- Ph.D. in Law — the university’s doctoral research programme
Because NLU Delhi is consistently ranked among the top law schools in India, AILET is one of the most competitive law entrance exams in the country, with tens of thousands of candidates competing for a limited number of seats each year.
AILET 2027 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Form | All India Law Entrance Test |
| Conducted By | National Law University, Delhi (NLU Delhi) |
| Exam Level | National |
| Notification Release Date | July 23, 2026 |
| Application Start Date | August 7, 2026 |
| Exam Date | December 13, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Exam Timing | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen and Paper / OMR-based) |
| Courses Offered | B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M., Ph.D. |
| Academic Session | 2027–28 |
| Official Website | nationallawuniversitydelhi.in |
AILET 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | July 23, 2026 |
| Online application begins | August 7, 2026 |
| Last date to apply | To be notified |
| Admit card release | Late November 2026 |
| AILET 2027 exam date | December 13, 2026 |
| Provisional answer key release | 1–2 days after the exam |
| Last date to raise objections | To be notified |
| Result / merit list declaration | December 20–21, 2026 |
| Counselling and seat allotment | Late December 2026 onwards |
NOTE: Candidates are advised to bookmark the official NLU Delhi website, as exact deadlines for the application closing date and answer key challenge window will be added once notified.
AILET 2027 Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for AILET 2027 depends on the programme you’re applying for. There is no upper age limit for any of the three courses.
B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) – Undergraduate Eligibility
- Must have passed Class 12 (10+2) or an equivalent examination.
- Minimum 45% aggregate marks for General/OBC candidates; 40% for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
- Candidates appearing for Class 12 board exams in March/April 2027 can also apply provisionally.
LL.M. – Postgraduate Eligibility
- Must hold an LL.B. or an equivalent law degree.
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks for General/OBC candidates; 45% for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
- Final-year LL.B. students can apply provisionally.
Ph.D. – Doctoral Eligibility
- Must hold a Master’s degree in Law or an equivalent qualification.
- Minimum 55% aggregate marks for General/OBC candidates; 50% for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
- Candidates with a valid UGC-JRF/NET qualification and Foreign Nationals are exempt from the entrance test for Ph.D. admission.
AILET 2027 Application Process – How to Apply
The AILET 2027 application process is entirely online and involves four broad stages:
Step 1: Registration
- Create an account on the NLU Delhi admission portal using a valid mobile number and email ID.
Step 2: Filling the Application Form
- Enter personal details, academic qualifications, and select up to three preferred exam centre locations.
Step 3: Document Upload
- Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, and category/reservation certificates (if applicable) in the specified format and size.
Step 4: Fee Payment
- Pay the application fee online via the payment gateway on the portal and download the confirmation page for future reference.
AILET 2027 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS / Foreign Nationals | ₹3,500 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹1,500 |
| SC/ST candidates from BPL families | Nil (fee exempted) |
AILET 2027 Exam Pattern
The AILET 2027 exam pattern for the B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) programme is expected to remain unchanged from recent years, following NLU Delhi’s revised three-section format (Legal Aptitude and Mathematics sections have been discontinued in recent cycles):
| Section | Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| English Language | 50 |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 30 |
| Logical Reasoning | 70 |
| Total | 150 |
- Duration: 120 minutes (2 hours)
- Question Type: Objective, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Marking Scheme: +1 mark for every correct answer; −0.25 mark negative marking for every incorrect answer; no penalty for unattempted questions
- Logical Reasoning carries the highest weightage and also acts as the first tie-breaker if two candidates score equally, making it a critical section to focus on
- The LL.M. entrance test is a 100-mark MCQ paper based on core law subjects, while the Ph.D. entrance test also consists of 100 MCQs across two sections
AILET 2027 Syllabus
- English Language: Reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, para-jumbles, and error correction
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs: National and international current affairs, static GK, legal and constitutional developments in the news
- Logical Reasoning: Critical reasoning, analytical reasoning, syllogisms, assumptions, arguments, inferences, and pattern-based questions (legal principles may appear within reasoning questions, but no prior legal knowledge is required)
AILET 2027 Admit Card
- The AILET 2027 admit card is expected to be released in late November 2026, roughly two weeks before the exam.
- Candidates must log in to the candidate portal using their registered credentials to download and print the hall ticket.
- A valid government photo ID (Aadhaar Card, Passport, or Voter ID) must be carried to the exam centre along with the printed admit card.
AILET 2027 Answer Key, Result & Merit List
- NLU Delhi releases a provisional answer key within a day or two of the exam, allowing candidates to cross-check their responses.
- Candidates can raise objections/challenges against the provisional key within the specified window.
- The final result and merit list are expected to be declared around December 20–21, 2026.
AILET 2027 Counselling and Seat Allotment
- Shortlisted candidates must register for counselling and upload final mark sheets to lock their seat allotment.
- Seat allotment typically happens over multiple rounds/merit lists as seats are vacated and filled.
- Based on recent cycles, NLU Delhi offers around 120 seats in B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) and 81 seats in LL.M., with reservations for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD, and supernumerary seats for female candidates, Kashmiri migrants, Foreign Nationals, and OCI/PIO candidates (exact seat matrix for 2027 will be confirmed in the official notification).
Why AILET Matters
Since NLU Delhi does not accept CLAT scores, AILET remains the only route into one of India’s most prestigious law schools, known for its strong placement record in litigation, corporate law, judiciary services, and legal research. Given the limited seats and high competition, early and structured preparation — with special focus on Logical Reasoning — is key to cracking AILET 2027.
FAQs
1. When will AILET 2027 be conducted
AILET 2027 will be held on December 13, 2026 (Sunday), from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
2. When does the AILET 2027 application process start
Online applications begin on August 7, 2026, on the official NLU Delhi website.
3. Does NLU Delhi accept CLAT scores
No. NLU Delhi conducts its own entrance exam, AILET, and does not accept CLAT scores for admission.
4. What is the AILET 2027 application fee
₹3,500 for General/OBC/EWS/Foreign Nationals and ₹1,500 for SC/ST/PwD candidates; SC/ST candidates from BPL families are exempted.
5. Is there negative marking in AILET 2027
Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer.
Conclusion
With the AILET 2027 notification now officially out, aspirants have a clear timeline to plan their preparation and application around — applications open on August 7, 2026, and the exam falls on December 13, 2026. Since AILET remains the only entrance route into NLU Delhi’s B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M., and Ph.D. programmes, candidates should use the coming months to strengthen their English, General Knowledge, and Logical Reasoning skills, keep eligibility and document requirements ready well in advance, and regularly track the official NLU Delhi website for updates on the application deadline, admit card, and answer key. Staying organised with these dates and requirements will give applicants the best possible shot at securing a seat in one of India’s most sought-after law schools.