NLU Delhi Admissions and Fee Structure 2027 - Admission Fees for BA LLB & LLM Course

All India Law Entrance Test 2027 ( AILET )

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AILET 2027 Registration

7 Aug '26 - 10 Nov '26

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NLU Delhi Fee Structure 2027 for BA LLB, LLM, and PhD courses ranges from INR 80,000 to 1,50,000. Candidates aiming to secure a seat at NLU Delhi after appearing for AILET can check the admission process and fee structure for BA LLB, LLM and PhD courses as mentioned on the page below.

National Law University Delhi is among the best law colleges in India. NLUD has obtained an impressive NIRF rank of 2. Read this article to know NLU Delhi Fee Structure 2027 for BA LLB, LLM, and PhD courses. The fee structure shared here also includes hostel fees and detailed admission process.

NLU Delhi Fees

The law courses available at NLU Delhi have relatively affordable fees as compared to many other private law colleges. NLU Delhi 2027 fee structure comprises tuition fees as well as accommodation fees/ exam fees and other university facility fees. The total fee differs from course to course. It also depends upon whether student chooses hostel accommodation or not. Students must also take into account some other expenses (like cost of books, travelling, personal needs, and other academic demands) in addition. NLU Delhi will hold AILET 2027 exam on December 13, 2026

NLUD has kept fee structure affordable to ensure students from different backgrounds can study at this prestigious law university. Placed at 2nd in NIRF Ranking, NLU Delhi is a top choice among law aspirants. The institute is known for excellent infrastructure and unparalleled placement support. The undergraduate courses offered at NLU Delhi are BA LLB, and for postgraduate courses, candidates are offered Master of Laws (LLM). Candidates wanting to secure a seat in NLU Delhi can check admission process and fee structure for BA LLB and LLM courses here.

Table of contents
  • NLU Delhi AILET 2027 Entrance Exam
  • NLU Delhi Fees Structure for BA LLB Course
  • NLU Delhi Fee Structure for LLM Course
  • AILET Counselling Fee for BA LLB Course
  • NLU Delhi vs NLSIU Bangalore: Comparative Analysis

NLU Delhi AILET 2027 Entrance Exam

The National Law University Delhi will conduct the AILET 2027 exam in offline mode. AILET 2027 registration has started on the official AILET Website - nationallawuniversitydelhi.in. The last date to fill NLUD application 2027 form is November 10, 2026. The AILET registration is done for admission to 5-year integrated BA LLB (Hons.) and LLM programs.  

AILET Eligibility Criteria 2027

Before filling out AILET 2027 application form, candidates will have to fulfil AILET exam eligibility criteria as provided below:

Particulars Details
AILET 2027 Eligibility Criteria for BA LLB
  • Candidates will be given admission based on Class 10+2 marks 
  • Candidates belonging to the General Category will need a minimum of 45% marks; SC/ST category candidates will need 40%, and 42% in the case of OBC
  • Class 12 appearing students can also apply for the BA LLB (Hons.) program 
AILET 2027 Eligibility Criteria for LLM
  • Candidates who have completed a graduation degree (3-year or 5-year LLB course) from a recognised college/university. 
  • General category candidates need a minimum of 50% qualifying exam marks 
  • The minimum qualifying marks for SC/ST candidates and Persons with Disabilities is 45%
  • Candidates appearing for their final year LL.B. exam are also eligible to apply

Also Read: List of NLUs in India with ranking, courses and admission process

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Who releases AILET syllabus?
A: 

The AILET Syllabus is published by the NLU Delhi. The syllabus has been announced. Candidates who are preparing for the exam must note that there are no changes made in the syllabus so far.  Candidates can check the syllabus by visiting the official website.

Q:   How can I download AILET sample papers?
A: 

Candidates can download the AILET sample papers from the official website. AILET PYQs and sample papers are available on this page. To download the previou syear sample papers, click on the relevant sample paper available in PDF format. Practice them to appear in the exam with confidence. 

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:   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. 

NLU Delhi Fees Structure for BA LLB Course

The course fees of BA LLB are divided into three components, including one-time fees, annual fees and deposits (refundable). Check detailed fee structure below:

NLU Delhi Fee Components 

BA LLB Fees for Indian Nationals (in INR, once a year)

Admission fee 10000 (One-time)
Tuition fee  147000 
Academic facilities  43000
Student Welfare Fund  7000 
Utility Services  20000 
Refundable Estate Deposits  25000 
Halls of Residence Charges  86000
Mess Charges  45000

This fee may change over time.

NLU Delhi BA LLB Fees for Foreign Nationals

The tuition fee payable by the candidates belonging to SAARC or non-SAARC countries will be as under. Other fees will be same as applicable to Indian students. 

Category

LLM Course Admission Fees

SAARC  USD 6200
Non-SAARC  USD 12400

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NLU Delhi Fee Structure for LLM Course

For LLM course, the course fee is different for candidates who want hostel accommodation than for non-hostel candidates. Check the detailed fee structure below:

NLU Delhi Fee Components 

LLM Fees (in INR, once a year)

Tuition fee  147000 
Academic facilities  43000 
Admission fees  10000 (One-time)
Student Welfare Fund  7000 
Utility Service  20000 
Refundable Estate Deposits  25000 (One-time)

Candidates should note that fee structure provided above may vary during admission time.

NLU Delhi LLM Fees for Foreign Nationals

The tuition fee payable by the candidates belonging to SAARC or non-SAARC countries will be as follows. Other fees will be the same as applicable to Indian students.

Category

LLM Course Admission Fees

SAARC  USD 6200
Non-SAARC  USD 12400

Also Read: NLU fees structure for five-year LLB and LLM courses

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is AILET easy or tough?
A: 

Candidates seeking admission into prominent law colleges in India are well aware of the fact that they have to appear and qualify the entrance exams accepted by the colleges. In India, the National Law Universities (NLUs) are among the top-tiered law colleges to study law and, at present, the total number of NLUs in India is 27. Admission to NLU Delhi is through the All India Law Entrance Test (AILET). If you compare AILET to CLAT, the AILET Exam is much tougher then the latter.  

Q:   Does NLU accepts AILET?
A: 

NLU Delhi provides admission to its BA LLB and LLM programme based on the AILET scores. However, all other NLUs in the country accept CLAT scores for providing admission to their courses. Candidates can sit for both the entrance exams to expand their scope of admission.

Q:   What factors are considered while determining the AILET cutoff?
A: 

Following factors are considered to determine the AILET cutoff-

  • Difficulty level of exam
  • Number of candidates appeared
  • Total seats available for admission
  • Category 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

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AILET Counselling Fee for BA LLB Course

It is mandatory to participate in AILET counselling to get admission in NLU Delhi. Without the counselling process, candidates will not be allowed to seek admission. Refer to the table below:

Category AILET Counselling Fee
General and Kashmiri Migrants/ Residence of J&K categories INR 30,000.00
ST/SC/OBC/EWS/PWD categories INR 20,000.00 

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NLU Delhi vs NLSIU Bangalore: Comparative Analysis

Find out the differences between the two top-tier law colleges offering BA LLB courses in India:

Basis of Comparison

NLSIU Bangalore

NLU Delhi

NIRF Ranking

NIRF Rank 1 

NIRF Rank 2

Entrance Test

CLAT and NLSAT

AILET exam

Courses Offered

• 5-Year B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)
• 3-Year LL.B. (Hons.)
• 1-Year LL.M.
• 3-Year B.A. (Hons.) Social Sciences
• 2-Year Master's in Public Policy (MPP)
• Ph.D.

• 5-Year B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)
• 1-Year LL.M.
• M.A. (Insolvency)
• Ph.D.
• PG Diplomas

Seat Intake (BA LLB)

240 seats

123 seats

Annual Fees (BA LLB)

₹5,00,000 per year (includes tuition, hostel, and mess)

₹3,83,000 per year (includes tuition, hostel, and mess)

Academic System & Culture

Rigorous Trimester System (3 terms/year)

Standard Semester System (2 terms/year)

Alumni Network Profile

Massive, elite network spanning 3 decades. Alumni are Supreme Court judges, senior corporate partners, and legal scholars

Powerful network of Alumni working in Delhi high-court chambers, Tier-1 corporate law firms, and civil services

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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-   

CLATDATE: December 6, 2026

Previous year paper-

https://www.shiksha.com/law/clat-exam

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

AILETDATE: December 13, 2026

Previous year paper-

https://www.shiksha.com/law/ailet-exam

Participating colleges-NLU Delhi only (scores are not accepted by other NLUs).

IPU CETDATE:  Session 1 in December and Session 2 in April of the admission year

Previous year paper-

https://www.shiksha.com/law/ailet-exam-question-papers

Participating colleges-GGSIPU main campus and numerous affiliated management and law institutes across Delhi-NCR.

CHRISTDATE: 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.

AllianceDATE: 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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Akanksha Yadav

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

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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Kartik Rastogi

Beginner-Level 3

Answered 3 weeks ago

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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Chandra Anand

Beginner-Level 3

Answered 3 weeks ago

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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Gunjan Rawat

Beginner-Level 3

Answered 3 weeks ago

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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Vikram Shukla

Beginner-Level 3

Answered 3 weeks ago

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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Aishwarya Shukla

Beginner-Level 3

Answered 3 weeks ago

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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Divya Saxena

Beginner-Level 3

Answered 3 weeks ago

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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Nishtha Choudhury

Beginner-Level 4

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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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Mamona Bisht

Beginner-Level 4