What is the syllabus for AILET?

AILET Exam will be conducted for admission to BA LLB, LLM and PhD courses. Candidates can check the syllabus for AILET for all the programmes offered by National Law University (NLU) Delhi below: AILET BA LLB AILET LLM AILET PhD English Language Different branches of law (Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, Administrative Law, Law of Contract, Law of Torts, Family Law, Criminal Law, Property Law, Company Law, Public International Law, Tax Law, Environmental Law, Labour & Industrial Law) Different branches of Law Current affairs and General knowledge Logical reasoning

How should one prepare for AILET Exam?

You should take regular mock tests and soleve previous years question papers. One mock test each day will help you in revising your concepts apart from building your confidence. The following books are highly recommended by the experts: 1. Pratiyogita Darpan. 2. GK Today. 3. Manorama Year Book. 4. Pearsons Concise GK. 5. Analytical and Logical Reasoning by RS Aggarwal. 6. Competition Success Review. 7. Wren and Martin.

Is CLAT and AILET 2026 syllabus same?

AILET 2026 syllabus and CLAT 2026 syllabus is not same, both the exams have some common sections but AILET exam does not ask questions from Legal and Quantitative aptitude. Compare the AILET and CLAT exam pattern below: AILET Syllabus and Sections CLAT Syllabus and Sections English English Language Current Affairs and General Knowledge Current Affairs including General Knowledge Logical Reasoning Logical Reasoning - Legal Reasoning - Quantitative Techniques

Do I need to read separate books for each subject included in the AILET syllabus?

Candidates who wish to clear the AILET Exam are advised to be well-prepared with the finest study materials and reference books currently avaiable. There are several AILET Books in the market for preparing for the AILET exam and cover all of important topics required to clear the exam. Candidates must note that the AILET books are organised in a manner that you will be able to see the previous years question paper. It is very important for candidates to be familiar with the AILET test pattern as it help students to develop a better strategy and study plan.

What is revised AILET 2026 Syllabus for BA LLB?

AILET Exam 2026 will be conducted for admission to BA LLB, LLM and PhD courses. Candidates can check the syllabus for AILET 2026 for all the programmes offered by National Law University (NLU) Delhi below: AILET BA LLB AILET LLM AILET PhD English Language Different branches of law (Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, Administrative Law, Law of Contract, Law of Torts, Family Law, Criminal Law, Property Law, Company Law, Public International Law, Tax Law, Environmental Law, Labour & Industrial Law) Different branches of Law Current affairs and General knowledge Logical reasoning

What is the marking scheme of AILET for BA LLB?

The marking scheme for AILET will be as under- +1 mark each correct answer -0.25 marks for each incorrect attempt. No marks will be awarded or deducted for questions not attempted

Is there negative marking in AILET Exam?

Candidates must note that the AILET Exam 2027 has negative marking too. The criteria for negative marking will be based on the formula 0.25*4=1 that means per wrong answer 0.25 Marks will be deducted. Therefore, four wrong answers will lead to deduction of 1 Mark. Candidates must be very careful while attempting the questions paper of AILET 2027. Candidates are advised to solve mock tests and previous years' question papers to get hand on things. Candidates must keep track of time while practicing for AILET 2027 exam.

What is the exam pattern of AILET 2026 for BA LLB course?

The exam pattern of AILET BA LLB 2026 is expected to be same as previous years. The BA LLB course exam pattern for AILET 2026 will be as under: Subject Questions per section English Language 50 questions Current Affairs & General Knowledge 30 questions Logical Reasoning 70 questions Total 150 AILET question papers for BA LLB (Hons), LLM and PhD courses have different structures therefore, candidates should check the exam pattern for their respective courses before taking the exam. Check details about the exam pattern of AILET 2026 including test medium, timings, and sectional weightage.

What are the benefits of solving AILET sample papers?

Those preparing for AILET Exam must add solving the sample papers as part of their preparation journey. This will help them to not only improve their speed but also get use to of the pattern.

AILET LLM Pattern 2026: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

AILET 2027 Final Answer Key

18 Dec '26

Updated on Oct 10, 2025 11:35 IST

By Damini Aggarwal, Assistant Manager - Content

Overview

NLU Delhi has announced the AILET exam pattern on the official NLU Delhi website. The exam pattern was provided along with the detailed AILET notification 2026. There will be no descriptive sections in the AILET question paper.

Check out all the important details about the AILET exam pattern 2026 on this page. The exam pattern comprises of the mode and medium of exam, marking scheme, timings, sectional weightage, syllabus, etc.

Table of contents

AILET PG 2026 Exam Pattern Highlights
AILET LLM 2026 Section-wise Exam Pattern
AILET 2026 Marking Scheme
AILET 2026 Negative Marking
AILET 2026 Tie-breaking Method

AILET PG 2026 Exam Pattern Highlights

Candidates can get an overview of the exam structure of AILET as mentioned below:

Exam Features	LLM
Exam mode	Center-based Pen-and-paper exam
Test duration	120 minutes
Exam timings	2 PM to 4 PM
Test medium	English
Type of questions	MCQs & Subjective question
Total questions	100 multiple choice questions
Total marks	100 marks
Marking scheme	+1 mark for each correct answer -0.25 marks for each incorrect answer

Note: Candidates may also consider the CLAT 2025 Exam Pattern as the duration of the CLAT exam is the same as AILET.

AILET LLM 2026 Section-wise Exam Pattern

The question paper for LLM admissions will no more consists of two sections. The AILET LLM question paper 2026 will be as under,

Subjects	Subject-wise questions	Marks
Different branches of law (Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, Administrative Law, Law of Contract, Law of Torts, Family Law, Criminal Law, Property Law, Company Law, Public International Law, Tax Law, Environmental Law, Labour & Industrial Law)	100 MCQs	100
	Total	100

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AILET 2026 Syllabus

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AILET 2026 Marking Scheme

The question paper carries 100 objective-type questions therefore, the marking scheme is as under,

Each question carries one mark that will be awarded for each correct attempt
In case, candidates have marked wrong options then negative marking will be done and for each wrong attempt, 0.25 marks will be deducted.

Read more: Best Books for AILET Preparation

AILET 2026 Negative Marking

The AILET PG 2026 exam will have negative marking. For every wrong answer 0.25 Marks will be deducted. Therefore, four wrong answers will lead to deduction of one one mark.

AILET 2026 Tie-breaking Method

If two or more candidates get the same marks at the All India Law Entrance Test (AILET) their merit will be decided as follows:
a) Senior Age;
b) Computerized draw of lots