AILET LLM Pattern 2026: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration
All India Law Entrance Test 2026 ( AILET )
Registration - To be notified
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.
- 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 |
Commonly asked questions
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
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 |
100 MCQs | 100 |
| Total | 100 |
Also Read:
| AILET 2026 Syllabus | AILET Question Papers and Prep Guides | Know Tips to Prepare for AILET 2026 |
Commonly asked questions
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.
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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 |
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
Commonly asked questions
Solving the AILET sample papers will help students to improve their speed of solving the questions. It will also help them to be know the type of questions asked in exam.
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.
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
AILET Exam
Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a month ago
The candidates will be able to download the notification for the AILET exam from the NLU Delhi website. This document provides the exam registration schedule and eligibility criteria. Students should read it thoroughly to know the fees, last date of application, exam day, etc.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
AILET notification mentions the details about-
- Exam registration schedule
- Test cities
- Eligibility
- Application Fee
Applicants must ensure to meet the eligibility as per the notification to apply for the exam.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The result for the AILET 2026 exam will be released soon after the exam. Candidates can check their scorecards using their login details created during the registration.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
With the help of previous year exam analysis, candidates looking to sit for the exam this year will be able to ascertain the type of questions asked in the exam and what is the difficulty level for each section of the exam. This helps in preparing for the exam accrodingly. Also, candidates who appea
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The AILET admit card will mention the examination hall number, the name of the candidate, course name applied for, and general guidelines. Candidates must ensure to have the error free details in the hall ticket. Do not forget to carry an identity proof for verification purpose.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
To crack the AILET exam, candidates must target to achieve rank between 50-60, which means score above 75 will help you land at the NLU Delhi. Candidates must go through the AILET exam pattern, syllabus, and previous year questions to prepare for the exam effectively. The previous year questions wil
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The AILET application fee structure is categorised based on different categories as given below:
Category | AILET Application Fee (in INR) |
|---|---|
General | INR 3,000 |
PwD/ SC/ ST | INR 1,000 |
Women of SC/ST Category and Women belonging to Below Poverty Line (BPL) | Exempted from paying the application fee |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
AILET exam is conducted for admission to the 5-year integrated courses and LLM courses offered at the National Law University Delhi. Aspiring candidates will have to register for the entrance exam before the last date to sit for the exam. However, candidates must furnish the eligibility criteria to
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Please add these entrance exams also in your list for LLM.
- MHCET Law LLM
- LSAT LLM
- AP PGLCET
- CUET LLM for DU
- SLS AIAT LLM
- TISS LLM Exam
- PU LLM Law
- BHU PET Law
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AILET Notifications19 Institutes accepting AILET
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Dwarka, Delhi • Public
4.4Vandalur Kelambakkam Road, Chennai • Private
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