AILET 2026 Study Plan: A Comprehensive Preparation Guide
All India Law Entrance Test 2027 ( AILET )
AILET 2027 Registration
7 Aug '26 - 10 Nov '26
Candidates looking to sit for the AILET exam must have a well planned strategy to prepare for it. Read this article below for the detailed study plan.
AILET Study Plan
The All India Law Entrance Test is conducted by the National Law University (NLU) Delhi. It is considered among the most preferred Law entrance exams in India. By sitting in this exam, candidates can get admission to the undergraduate (BA LLB) and postgraduate (LLM) courses offered at the NLU Delhi. The AILET exam will be conducted on December 14, 2025, in offline mode. Candidates must prepare a well-organized study plan covers the syllabus effectively. The study plan for the AILET 2026 preparation is provided in this article below.
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AILET 2026 Study Plan
To crack the exam, candidates can check the strategies described below,
Understand the Paper Pattern and Syllabus
Before jumping into preparation, study about the AILET paper pattern and syllabus. For the BA LLB course, below are the major sections,
| Subjects | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English | 50 | 50 |
| GK & Current Affairs | 30 | 30 |
| Logical Reasoning | 70 | 70 |
| Total | 150 |
Each question carry 1 mark, with a negative marking of 0.25 for incorrect answers. The total duration is 90 minutes.
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Key Areas to Focus On
To score well in each section of the exam, candidates must focus on the most major area as mentioned below,
| Section | Key Areas |
|---|---|
| English | Vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension, and verbal ability |
| General Knowledge | Current affairs, general awareness, legal knowledge |
| Logical Reasoning | Analytical reasoning, critical reasoning, and deductive reasoning |
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Create a Study Plan for AILET
A properly planned schedule is essential for exam preparation.
| Begin with the basics | In the initial days of your preparation, candidates must build a strong base by going through each subject of the exam. For English section, dedicate time to improve vocabulary, comprehension, and grammar. To enrich your knowledge on GK section, read newspaper daily. For the Logical Reasoning section, learn about syllogisms, seating arrangements, puzzles, blood relations, and critical reasoning. |
Practice |
Now the next step is practicing the previous year question papers and practicing mock tests. This will help you understand the type of questions asked in exam and know your preparation level. |
| Revision | The candidates will have to devote equal time to every section, and revision is an essential part of the exam preparation. Revise the important concepts, current affairs, etc. |
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Time Management Tips for AILET
The candidates looking to sit for this entrance exam must know how to effectively manage time while attempting the question paper,
Create and Maintain Daily Routine
Candidates must give around 5 to 6 hours daily for studying. The aspirants should plan their studies by giving equal time to every section of the exam.
Breaks and Rest
The aspirant must have short breaks during their preparation. This will allow to improve the productivity as brain also needs a rest to retain the concepts. Another way to increase learning is by using the weekends to practice mock tests and revise the key concepts.
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Best Resources for AILET Preparation
Following are some of the recommended resources to study,
| AILET Section-Wise Preparation | |
|---|---|
| English | Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis, Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi |
| General Knowledge | Lucent's GK, Manorama Yearbook, Monthly Current Affairs Magazines (Pratiyogita Darpan |
| Logical Reasoning | Analytical Reasoning by M.K. Pandey, Logical and Analytical Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal |
Regular Mock Tests and Analysis
Mock tests play an major role during the entrance exam preparation. The aspirants must take around one to two mock tests per week. Using the mock tests, candidates can know the level of their performance and work on weaker areas and mistakes. The Law entrance exam demands continuous efforts and a planned approach. A well-organized preparation plan with regular practice and time management can improve your chances of success.
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Candidates do not require any login details to download the AILET answer key PDF. It is available for download for everyone.
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Yes, sure. I am sharing the details below-
| CLAT | DATE: December 6, 2026 | Previous year paper- | Participating colleges-26+ National Law Universities (NLUs) including NLSIU Bengaluru, NALSAR Hyderabad, and WBNUJS Kolkata |
| SLAT | DATE: Phase 1 on December 19, 2026 Phase 2 on December 26, 2026 | Previous year paper- https://www.shiksha.com/college/symbiosis-law-school-symbiosis-international-pune/slat-exam | Participating colleges-Symbiosis Law Schools located in Pune, Noida, Hyderabad, and Nagpur |
| AILET | DATE: December 13, 2026 | Previous year paper- | Participating colleges-NLU Delhi only (scores are not accepted by other NLUs). |
| IPU CET | DATE: Session 1 in December and Session 2 in April of the admission year | Previous year paper- | Participating colleges-GGSIPU main campus and numerous affiliated management and law institutes across Delhi-NCR. |
| CHRIST | DATE: Conducted in multiple phases corresponding with admission windows | Previous year paper- You can check college portal.
| Participating colleges- Christ University campuses in Bangalore (Central, Kengeri, Yeshwanthpur), Delhi-NCR, and Pune Lavasa. |
| Alliance | DATE: Alliance University does not follow a single fixed national calendar date for its internal tests like AMAT or AUSAT. | Sorry, but I couldn't find it. You can check college portal for the same. | Participating colleges- Alliance University constituent schools (Alliance School of Law, Alliance Ascent College, and Alliance School of Business) in Bengaluru. |
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Candidates receiving seats must follow NLU Delhi's instructions, pay the required admission amount, upload or verify documents, and complete other formalities.
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Candidates with lower ranks may participate if they receive a counselling invitation. Admission depends on category, vacancies, previous cutoffs, and seat availability during subsequent counselling rounds.
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Candidates may need academic certificates, identification proof, category certificates, photographs, AILET documents, and other required records. Exact requirements should be checked in NLU Delhi's official notification.
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Seats are allotted according to candidates' merit ranks, reservation category, programme preferences, and seat availability. Multiple counselling rounds may be conducted depending on vacancies and candidate responses.
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Yes, shortlisted candidates need to pay counselling registration fee. The applicable amount and payment deadline are announced by NLU Delhi in its counselling notification.
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Eligible candidates can register through official NLU Delhi admission portal. They must log in, provide required information, upload documents, pay applicable fees, and submit their counselling application.
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Candidates shortlisted by NLU Delhi based on their AILET rank and eligibility criteria can participate. Shortlisted candidates must complete registration and counselling formalities.
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AILET counselling is admission process conducted by NLU Delhi for candidates who qualify based on their entrance examination performance, merit rank, category, and availability of seats.
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