AILET 2026 Fourth Merit List: BA LLB & LLM Merit List PDFs, Category-wise Marks

All India Law Entrance Test 2026 ( AILET )

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The AILET 2026 fourth merit list for BA LLB and LLM courses will be released on the National Law University Delhi website, nationallawuniversitydelhi.in. Read this article to know everything about AILET 2026 merit list.

The AILET 2026 fourth merit list will be released for the vacant seats at the National Law University Delhi (NLU Delhi). Candidates who could not find their names in the merit lists earlier released by the NLU Delhi can wait for the fourth merit list and secure their seat. The merit list of AILET 2026 is a document that includes the names, ranks, and marks of candidates who are eligible for admission at NLU Delhi in the final round of counselling.

This article describes the steps that candidates of AILET exam need to take after the release of the AILET 2026 fourth merit list. This list will be declared after the announcement of AILET third merit list 2026.

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  • Schedule of AILET 2026 Fourth Merit List
  • What after AILET 2026 Fourth Merit List?
  • AILET 2025 Fourth Merit List for General/ General-PWD/ Other Categories

Schedule of AILET 2026 Fourth Merit List

The schedule of merit lists will be issued as per the notification to be released for AILET counselling, at nationallawuniversitydelhi.in. The fourth merit lists for BA LLB (Hons.) and LLM will be made available as separate PDFs. Candidates will have to visit the website to access the list.

Q:   How can I apply for AILET 2026?
A:

To apply for AILET 2026, candidates can follow the steps given below:

  • Visit the NLU Delhi official website
  • Navigate through the page to register for AILET
  • Enter the valid email ID and password
  • Login using the credentials craeted and enter the details asked
  • Upload the necessary documents including signature and photograph
  • Ensure the correctness of the details and submit the form
  • Keep the softcopies of application form saved for future references 
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 2026, 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 2026 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:   How many city preferences can a candidate submit while selecting AILET center?
A:

Candidates can submit maximum 3 preferences for AILET centre. Choosing preference for exam centre is mandatory to submit AILET application. Candidates will get to know about allotment of exact centre once the admit card is released. The NLU Delhi releases admit card online comprising crucial details about exam including name and address of AILET centre. The admit card can be downloaded from the official website after its release. To download AILET admit card, candidates need application ID, password, and Exam Unique Code (EUC).

The fourth merit list is smaller than the other merit lists, catering to vacancies left after the third round of the counselling and seat allotment. The final merit List for BA LLB is expected to be released in May 2026 at nationallawuniversitydelhi.in during the counselling. Candidates can check the complete schedule here. 

AILET 2026 Counselling Schedule for BA LLB
AILET 2026 Result 2nd week of Dec 2025
AILET Counselling Registration 2026 starts 2nd week of Dec 2025
AILET Counselling Registration 2026 fee submission 3rd week of Dec 2025
AILET 2026 First Provisional Merit List 4th week of Dec 2025
AILET 2026 Second Provisional Merit List 2nd week of Jan 2026
AILET 2026 Third Provisional Merit List 3rd week of Jan 2026
AILET 2026 Fourth Provisional Merit List May 2026

What after AILET 2026 Fourth Merit List?

Candidates will have to consider their scores and ranks to decide what to do after the release of fourth merit list. 

If you find your name on the Merit List, then,

  • Verify your name and selection- Candidates must crosscheck their rank, category and course opted for.
  • Download the admission letter- Visit the website and download your admission letter mentioning the reporting dates, documents required, fees payment instructions, etc.
  • Pay the admission fee- Visit the college and complete the admission fee payment along with submitting the required documents and confirm your seat.

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What to Expect in AILET 2026 Fourth Merit List?

The fourth merit list has the same format as the previous lists, displaying ranks and important details for shortlisted candidates. Candidates will be able to find their rank, roll number, program opted and category as selected.

If you find your name on the fourth merit list, here is what to do next,

Candidate who did not get their names in fourth merit list should keep checking the website for the latest updates. They are advised to consider other colleges for the admission or sit for other law entrance exams. 

Read More:

AILET 2025 Fourth Merit List for General/ General-PWD/ Other Categories

AILET BA LLB & LLM fourth provisional merit 2025 list is updated here:

AILET 2026 Fourth Merit List (BA LLB) AILET_2026_BA_LLB_Fourth_Provisional_Merit_List
AILET 2026 Fourth Merit List (LLM) AILET_2026_LLM_Fourth_Provisional_Merit_List

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Q:   Can I apply for AILET in offline mode?
A:

No. National Law University (NLU) Delhi only accept online application form for AILET 2026 exam. The application form for AILET (All India Law Entrance Test) is submitted online through the official website. The application process starts with online registration. Candidates have to register on the website, fill in the application form, upload the necessary documents, and pay the application fee online. Before applying online, candidates are advised to check the eligibility criteria set by NLU Delhi. 

Q:   What will happen if I do not qualify AILET exam?
A:

To qualify for AILET, you will have to score above or equal to the AILET cut-off according to your category. If you do not qualify for the exam, you can reappear for it next year if you want to study BA LLB (Hons.), BCom LLB (Hons.) or LLM at NLU Delhi. If you want to take the exam again, you can opt for one of the following options: 

  • Take other law entrance exams, such as LSAT India, SLAT or any of the state-level law entrance tests. 
  • Apply for admission to colleges accepting AILET scores
  • You can apply for admission to colleges that accept merit-based admission. The merit-based admission process refers to the process in which colleges consider your marks in the qualifying exam (Class 12 marks for UG courses and graduation marks for PG courses). 

Always remember that you should not apply for admission to a college that has not been recognised by UGC.

Q:   When is AILET merit list released?
A:

The AILET merit list is released once the counselling begins. NLU Delhi releases the merit list as per the seats and vacancies. The first merit list is released in the last week of December or first week of January. The merit list notification can be checked at the NLU Delhi official website. 

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