AILET Syllabus 2027: Download BA LLB & LLM Syllabus PDF, Important Topics & Sectional-Weightage

All India Law Entrance Test 2027 ( AILET )

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AILET 2027 Registration

7 Aug '26 - 10 Nov '26

Aashish Jha
Updated on Sep 23, 2026 15:59 IST

By Aashish Jha, Senior Executive- Content

AILET syllabus 2027: The National Law University Delhi has released the syllabus of AILET 2027 exam. NLU Delhi conducts AILET every year. The AILET exam syllabus covers three main sections. These sections are English Language, Current Affairs & General Knowledge, and Logical Reasoning. The paper has 150 questions in total. Students get 120 minutes to finish AILET exam. There is no Legal Aptitude section anymore. There is also no Math section in the current AILET syllabus. This makes the exam different from many other law entrance tests.

Students must note that AILET PG syllabus is different from its UG syllabus. Students can view and download latest AILET LLM syllabus as well as LLB exam syllabus at nationallawuniversitydelhi.in. The Logical Reasoning section carries maximum weightage with 70 marks as per the AILET exam pattern. National Law University Delhi will conduct the entrance test on December 13, 2026. Having complete knowledge of the syllabus will help students to ace their AILET preparation. 

Table of contents
  • AILET Syllabus 2027 Highlights
  • AILET BA LLB Syllabus 2027: Overview
  • AILET Syllabus 2027 for BA LLB English Section
  • AILET UG Syllabus 2027: GK and Current Affairs Section
  • AILET Exam Syllabus 2027: Logical Reasoning Section
  • AILET PG Syllabus 2027
  • AILET Exam Pattern 2027: LLM Course
  • AILET Syllabus 2027 FAQs
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AILET Syllabus 2027 Highlights

Candidates can check the syllabus for AILET 2027 for all the programmes offered by National Law University (NLU) Delhi below. NLU Delhi conducts AILET for admission to the BA LLB and LLM courses.

AILET BA LLB Syllabus

AILET LLM Syllabus

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)
Current affairs and General knowledge
Logical reasoning

As you can see, AILET PG syllabus focuses on core law subjects. 

Complete AILET Registration Guide 

Avoid last-minute mistakes. Keep all the required certificates, IDs, and scanned documents ready before applying for AILET.

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AILET BA LLB Syllabus 2027: Overview

The National Law University Delhi will conduct the AILET 2027 BA LLB exam for a duration of 120 minutes. The number of questions asked in the exam is 150. Check out the overview of the AILET BA LLB syllabus here: 

  1. There will be three sections in the question paper: English Language, Current Affairs & General Knowledge, and Logical Reasoning. 
  2. The duration of the exam will be 120 minutes (2 hours). Candidates will have to answer 150 multiple-choice questions.
  3. Check out the details related to sectional weightage for the exam below.
  • The sectional weightage for the English Language section in the examination will be 50 marks. This section will have 50 questions. 
  • The weightage of the Current Affairs & General Knowledge section in the exam will be 30 marks. There will be 30 questions in this section.
  • The weightage of Logical Reasoning will carry the maximum weight in the exam, which is equal to 70 marks. A total of 70 questions will be asked in this section, each carrying 1 mark. 

Candidates can check the overview of the sectional weightage for the AILET Syllabus 2027 BA LLB exam below.

AILET 2027 BA LLB Sectional Weightage
Sections Weightage  Questions
English Language 50 marks 50
Current Affairs & General Knowledge 30 marks 30
Logical Reasoning 70 marks

70

Students should allocate their preparation time as per the weightage of different sections. 

Also Read: AILET Previous Year Question Papers: BA LLB, LLM & PhD in Law Past 9 Years Question Papers

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AILET Syllabus 2027 for BA LLB English Section

The AILET 2027 question paper will carry 50 questions of one mark each for English. NLU Delhi does not provide the list of topics for each section in the AILET exam. The given topics of the English section are based on the previous year's paper analysis.

  • Vocabulary
  • Grammar
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Inference-based questions
  • Synonyms
  • Antonyms
  • Word Usage
  • Foreign Words/Phrases
  • Para Jumble
Candidates should practice daily to ensure a good grasp of every topic present in AILET exam syllabus for English.
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AILET UG Syllabus 2027: GK and Current Affairs Section

AILET 2027 exam GK section will carry 30 questions. Questions in the General Knowledge section come from the static part as well as current affairs. Check important topics asked in AILET GK section based on previous year papers.

  • International events
  • UN bodies
  • Major developments in the areas of sports
  • Geopolitics and important environmental agreements
  • Current affairs
  • Eminent personalities, Sports, Awards, and honours.

Students should build a habit of reading newspapers to ensure they easily stay updated with latest events around world.

Also Read: Preparation Tips for GK & Current Affairs

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AILET Exam Syllabus 2027: Logical Reasoning Section

AILET Logical Reasoning section will carry 70 MCQs. This section of AILET syllabus has the most weightage. Students need to ensure that they study every topic from this syllabus. This section carries the maximum marks based on

  • Series
  • Blood Relations
  • Directions
  • Critical Reasoning
  • Syllogism
  • Analogy, etc. 

Students can follow any standard book to understand Logical reasoning concepts. 

Read More: AILET Logical Reasoning: Syllabus, Preparation Tips and Important Topics

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AILET PG Syllabus 2027

National Law University Delhi has also released AILET syllabus for its postgraduate entrance exam. Students need strong knowledge of Constitutional Law if they want to ace AILET Postgraduate syllabus. Check out the important topics related to the AILET 2027 LLM Syllabus below: 

In the exam session 2023, NLU Delhi made some changes to the pattern and syllabus of AILET LLM exam. The following changes have been made to question paper of AILET LLM:

  • There will be NO MORE THAN TWO sections: Section A and Section B
  • There will be 100 MCQs.
  • The questions will be asked from different branches of law.
  • Final AILET 2027 Merit Rank - It will be prepared considering the scores of the candidates.
  • Tie-breaker - If two or more candidates secure the same marks, then merit rank will be decided considering
    • Seniority
    • Computerised draw of lots.

Candidates should have a good knowledge of other major legal areas for AILET LLM exam preparation.

Also Read: How to Fill AILET Application Form

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AILET Exam Pattern 2027: LLM Course

Candidates who want to appear for the postgraduate exam of the All India Law Entrance Test must know AILET syllabus for LLM. The AILET LLM syllabus tests deep legal understanding. The paper usually has 100 questions for the LLM program. The question paper pattern for AILET LLM 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

AILET question paper for LLM checks a candidate's ability to analyse legal issues.

Many students compare the CLAT and AILET syllabus. CLAT has five sections. AILET has only three sections. This makes AILET syllabus preparation more focused. Students can spend more time on fewer topics. This focused approach helps in efficient studying. 

Read More:

AILET LLM Previous Year Question Papers with Answer Keys (PDFs 2016-2025)

Important Topics to Study from AILET Syllabus

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AILET Syllabus 2027 FAQs

Candidates can check important FAQs related to AILET exam syllabus 2027 below. 

Q:   Where can I get the AILET application form?
A: 

The AILET application forms is available on the official website of the conducting body, NLU Delhi. Candidates must visit the online portal to fill out the forms only during the application window. 

Q:   What are the things to carry to AILET exam centre 2027?
A: 

On the day of the exam, candidates must carry the following documents and items to the AILET centre:

  • It is a mandatory document to be carried to the test centre; candidates must carry their admit card as issued to them. Candidates without a valid admit card on the day of the exam will not be allowed to take it.
  • Along with the admit card, candidates must also carry an original photo ID proof issued by the Government of India. Documents that can be presented as ID proof include PAN Card, Driving License, Voter ID, Passport, Aadhaar Card, and Ration Card. 
  • Candidates should carry an attested passport-size photograph  (the same as uploaded at the time of filling the application form). 
  • Since the AILET is an offline exam, candidates must carry at least two good-quality ball-point pens of blue or black ink and an HB pencil to the test centre.
  • The certificate is mandatory for candidates who have applied under the Persons with Disabilities (PwD) category.
Q:   What is the expected cut off for AILET 2027?
A: 

The expected AILET score for this rank range is likely between 119 and 121 marks.

Q:   Can I challenge AILET Answer Key?
A: 

Yes, candidate can challenge AILET Answer Key.

Q:   When will the result of AILET be declared?
A: 

AILET 2027 result is expected to be available in December. Candidates can check the result at official website.

Q:   Can I appear for AILET if I forget to carry my photo ID?
A: 

No, candidates were not allowed to appear for the examination without a valid photo ID. Candidates were advised to keep the following three things ready with them, a day before the examination; a valid photo ID proof, AILET admit card, and a recent passport-sized photograph. These were the mandatory documents to be produced during entry to the AILET exam centre. The valid photo identity card which would be allowed at the AILET 2027 exam centre include Aadhaar card/ Driving Licence/ PAN Card/ Passport/ Voter Id. The admit card should also have the passport and postcard-sized photographs pasted on it.

Q:   What is the Difficulty Level of AILET BA LLB exam?
A: 

The AILET UG (BA LLB) exam is overall moderate in difficulty level. The English section is easy, the GK & Current Affairs section is moderate, and the Logical Reasoning is moderate to hard.

Q:   Does AILET have GK and Current Affairs?
A: 

Yes, AILET exam have one section for Current affairs and General Knowledge. The section will be asked for 30 marks and students will be asked questions from Indian and international affairs, Current events, History,  Geography,  Politics,  Economics & General Science.

Q:   Why is AILET exam important?
A: 

AILET is important because it is the only entrance exam that law aspirants can qualify and be eligible for most prominent National Law University in India; i.e. NLU Delhi. It is also one of the most competitive law entrance exams for admission to NLU Delhi, as it doesn't accept CLAT score. Apart from this, many Public Sector Undertaking (PSUs) in India accept AILET LL. M. scores for the recruitment of candidates. 

Q:   What is exam pattern of AILET?
A: 

Check the table below for the exam pattern of BA LLB (Hons.) course:

Subject

Total Questions

Total Marks

English including Comprehension

50 questions 

50 marks

General Knowledge (Current Affairs, General Science, History, Geography, Economics, Civics)

30 questions 

30 marks 

Logical Reasoning

70 questions 

70 marks 

Total

150

150

Q:   Can I give both AILET and CLAT?
A: 

Yes, students aspiring to expand their chances of admission to all the NLUs in India must given both the entrance exams. Both, CLAT and AILET will be conducted a week apart in the December month. The syllabus for the AILET & CLAT are almost same, infact the AILET exam has less number of sections than CLAT exam. Students aspiring to sit for both the exams may prepare simultaneously focusing on each section to be asked in exam. 

Q:   Is CLAT and AILET syllabus same?
A: 

AILET syllabus and CLAT syllabus is not same, both the exams have some common sections but AILET exam does not ask questions from Legal and Quantitative aptitude. 

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