AILET 2025 English, Logical Reasoning, Current Affairs & GK Preparation Tips

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Candidates preparing for AILET 2025 can check here for section-wise preparation tips for English, Current Affairs and General Knowledge, and Logical Reasoning as per the AILET exam pattern.

Section-wise Preparation for AILET 2025

The National Law University, Delhi, will conduct AILET 2025 in a pen-and-paper-based test mode in the second week of December 2024 (a tentative date). To prepare for the exam, candidates need to know the AILET exam pattern and the subjects included in the different sections of the AILET question paper. As per the amended pattern of the exam (the pattern was changed in 2023), there will be three sections in the question paper: English, Current Affairs and GK, and Logical Reasoning. The AILET 2025 question paper will carry 150 questions divided into these three sections. The duration of the AILET exam will be 120 minutes (2 hours). It will be challenging for candidates to attempt three sections in the provided time. Thus, in this article, we have provided tips to prepare for AILET English, Current Affairs and HK, and Logical Reasoning. Using these tips will allow candidates to prepare well and complete the three sections within the provided short duration. 

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Table of contents
  • AILET 2025 Exam Pattern: Sectional Weightage
  • AILET 2025 Preparation Tips for English section
  • AILET 2025 Preparation Tips for GK section
  • AILET 2025 Preparation Tips for Logical Reasoning section

AILET 2025 Exam Pattern: Sectional Weightage

Before we go through AILET 2025 section-wise preparation tips, here is the question paper pattern:

Section

Weightage

English including Comprehension

50 questions 

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

30 questions

Logical Reasoning

70 questions

Total 150 questions

Now, the section-wise preparation plan for AILET 2025 is as under: 

AILET 2025 Preparation Tips for English section

The preparation plan for this section carrying 50 questions should be as under:

Know the AILET English Syllabus - Listed below are the topics for AILET English section as analysed from the past few years: 

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  • Vocabulary
  • Grammar
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Inference-based questions
  • Sentence completion/ correction 
  • Synonyms and antonyms
  • Adjectives
  • Word Usage
  • Nouns/ Pronouns
  • Foreign Words/Phrase
  • Para Jumbles

Books to refer for AILET 2025 English - To prepare for the English section, candidates need to cover the conventional topics as well as, vocabulary, grammar and unusual words. The books recommended to prepare this section are: 

Q:   Are calculators allowed in AILET Exam?
A:

Calculators are not allowed in the AILET exam. However, students are provided the virtual calculator during the exam which can be used to solving lengthy calculations. The virtual calculator is made available on the computer screen during the test and candidates can use it by clicking on the calculator link. Candidates are advised to practice solving numerical questions on their own as using virtual calculators can take much time

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:   What all details are included in AILET Counseling Invite List?
A:

The invite list for AILET has the following details-

  • The invite list is released category-wise.
  • It included the application number, roll number, total marks, and All India Ranks of candidates shortlisted for counselling.
  • It also included the seat matrix and reservation for AILET admission process.
  • The counselling schedule.
  • The step-wise counselling process.
  • Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis
  • Objective English for Competitive Examination by Tata McGraw Hill
  • Quick Learning Objective General English by RS Aggarwal
  • 30 days to a Faster Vocabulary by Norman Lewis
  • High School English Grammar and Composition by Wren and Martin
  • Objective General English by S P Bakshi

Candidates need not go through all the books recommended for English above. They just need to evaluate their preparation level and, refer the books that give them a thorough understanding of the topics to be covered and practice papers. 

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Tip to prepare for AILET 2025 English section - To ace this section, candidates need to prepare as under:

  • Daily vocabulary learning plan
  • Reading and comprehension skills need to be improved 
  • Practice at least 4-5 mock questions on a regular basis 
  • Make a plan to prepare on the weekdays and, revise on the weekends as recommended by AILET toppers in the past
  • Understand and learn the grammar rules in regular conversations
  • Watch English news channels to learn new words and usage 

AILET 2025 Preparation Tips for GK section

To prepare for this section, candidates need to prepare a strategy and, follow the methods below: 

Know the AILET GK and Current Affairs Syllabus - The syllabus mentioned below is a reference as analysed from the question papers in the past. Candidates need to prepare the GK and Current Affairs around these topics:

  • The historical significance of India and the world
  • Geography of India and the world
  • Indian Politics 
  • Indian Economy 
  • Environmental and social sciences
  • Functions of UN Bodies, WHO, UNESCO, IOC
  • Administrations of Indian states and UTs
  • Banking, Finance and Corporates
  • Awards and Achievements 
  • Sports and Entertainment 
  • Information, Technology and Science

Books to refer for AILET GK and Current Affairs - To score well in this section, candidates can prepare to cover GK and Current Affairs for the past year with the help of books mentioned below: 

  • General Knowledge by Arihant,
  • GKToday website
  • Pratiyogita Darpan
  • Manthan
  • Manorama Yearbook
  • Lucent’s General Knowledge

Tip to prepare for AILET GK and Current Affairs section - Here are some tips to score well in this section: 

  • Make a time-table for preparation of GK and Current Affairs
  • Make notes and pointers around the topics 
  • Regular mock tests practising would help to ensure the preparation
  • Refer to the newspapers, magazines and books to cover the majority of the syllabus
  • Do cover legal general knowledge around widely known cases and eminent personalities

Also Read: 

Important Topics for AILET 2025 Syllabus Best Books for AILET 2025 Preparation AILET 2025 News and Updates

AILET 2025 Preparation Tips for Logical Reasoning section

The LR section of AILET 2025 carries the highest weightage i.e. 70 marks out of 150. Therefore, candidates have to work on their decision making and analytical skills to score well in this section. Some AILET 2025 preparation tips for LR section are: 

Know the AILET Logical Reasoning Syllabus - Candidates will be facing the questions based on the following topics:

  • Series
  • Blood Relations
  • Pairing 
  • Directions
  • Statements and Conclusions
  • Critical Reasoning 
  • Syllogism
  • Analogy

Books to refer for AILET LR - As recommended by experts and topper, the books to prepare Logical Reasoning are:

  • Verbal and Non Verbal Reasoning by RS Agarwal
  • Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey
  • A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning by RS Agarwal

Tip to prepare for AILET LR section - Candidates can ace this section by the following methods: 

  • Read and understand the statements and passages before concluding the answers
  • Practice elementary arithmetics to calculate answers from data-based questions
  • Don't go by gut feeling rather have a logical reason for solving questions 
  • Make notes and learn tricks for each topic
  • Take mock tests on a regular basis to improve skills and score well in this section

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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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Damini Aggarwal

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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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Damini Aggarwal

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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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Damini Aggarwal

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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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Damini Aggarwal

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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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Damini Aggarwal

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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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Damini Aggarwal

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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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Damini Aggarwal

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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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Damini Aggarwal

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Answered 2 months ago

Please add these entrance exams also in your list for LLM.

  1. MHCET Law LLM
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