AMU Entrance Exam MFA Pattern 2026: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

Aligarh Muslim University Entrance Exam 2026 ( AMU Entrance Exam )

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Updated on Mar 10, 2026 12:26 IST

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AMU Entrance Exam Pattern 2026: The Aligarh Muslim University has released the AMU Entrance Exam Pattern 2026 along with the AMU Entrance Exam Notification. The Aligarh Muslim University will conduct the AMU Entrance Exam for admission to BA LLB and BCom LLB courses. The AMU Entrance Exam 2026 will be conducted on April 26, 2026. The questions will be asked from five subjects: English Language, Current Affairs including GK, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning and Quantitative Techniques. Candidates must understand the PU Law Entrance Exam Syllabus properly to avoid any miss.

Candidates are advised to go through the exam pattern of AMU Entrance Exam 2026 thoroughly before appearing for the exam.  Read below all about AMU Entrance exam pattern 2026, including sectional weightage, exam structure, sectional time limit, marking scheme and sections.

Table of contents
  • AMU Entrance Exam Pattern 2026 BA LLB
  • AMU BA LLB Entrance Exam Highlights
  • AMU Entrance Exam 2026 - Marking Scheme
  • AMU EE BA LLB Syllabus
  • AMU Entrance Exam 2026 Preparation Tips
  • Important AMU Entrance Exam FAQs
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AMU Entrance Exam Pattern 2026 BA LLB

Check the AMU Entrance Exam BA LLB pattern and section-wise weightage below.

Sections Number of questions  Marks
Proficiency in English  40 questions 40 marks
Current Affairs/ General Knowledge (with focus on legal issues) 40 questions 40 marks 
Reasoning and Aptitude  20 questions 20 marks
Total 100 questions 100 marks
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is AMU entrance exam date 2026?
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Aligarh Muslim University will conduct the AMU Entrance Exam 2026 from April to June. The AMU BA LLB Exam date is April 26, 2026. AMU Entrance Exam is conducted offline.

Q:   When will AMU BA LLB Entrance Admission Process be started?
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Aligarh Muslim University BA LLB Entrance Exam admission process will start on February 1, as per the notification. Candidates who want to appear for the exam first have to fill out the application form, download the admit card before the exam, take the exam, and wait for the result. After the result counselling process will begin. 

Q:   What are the important topics of AMU for B.A. LL.B.?
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Here are the important topics of the AMU BA LLB Entrance Exam for each subject.

Proficiency in EnglishVocabulary, Fill in the blank, Sentence correction, English grammar, Synonyms and Antonyms, Idioms and Phrases 
GK & Current AffairsBasics of law, Political science, New appointments and awards, Sports, Geography, History, Science, and Environment
Reasoning and AptitudeSeries and Numbers, Blood relation, Puzzle, Critical reasoning, Analogy, 
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AMU BA LLB Entrance Exam Highlights

Candidates can check the key features of the AMU Entrance Exam for the LLB Course below.

Features  Exam Pattern Details
Exam mode Pen-Paper Based test mode
Types of questions Multiple Choice Question
Test medium  English only
Duration of exam 2 hours
Total questions  100
Total marks 100 marks
Marking Scheme +1 for correct answer, -0.25 for incorrect answer
Exam Subjects Proficiency in English, GK & Current Affairs, Reasoing and Aptitude

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What AMU Entrance Exam is for?
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Aligarh Muslim University conducts the AMU entrance exam for admission to various UG and PG courses. The exam is held offline across test centres in India. Based on the marks of the candidates, a merit list for admission will be drawn. Counselling will be conducted based on merit, and seats are granted for admission in various courses.

Q:   How are seats allotted during AMU BA LLB Counselling?
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Seats are allotted based on the candidate's rank in the entrance exam merit list, reservation category, and seat availability at the time of counselling. Higher-ranked candidates get the first choice of available seats. Once a seat is chosen and the admission fee is paid, the allotment becomes final. Candidates who delay their decision may lose the seat to others. AMU follows a transparent, rank-based system for allocation, ensuring that seats are filled strictly according to merit and reservation rules applicable to the BA LLB programme for that admission year. 

Q:   How many rounds are there in AMU Entrance Exam Counseling 2026?
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The AMU 2026 Entrance Exam Counseling has usually three rounds.

  • Round 1: Applicants can register, upload supporting documentation, select the colleges and courses they want to take, and then submit their application within this first round.
  • Round 2 (if necessary): Should tickets still be available following Round 1, there may be a second round. This gives candidates who didn't make the cut off in the first round the opportunity to run again in accordance with their rank and the number of seats available.
  • Round 3 (if necessary): In a manner similar to Round 2, if seats remain vacant following Round 2, a third round may be conducted.
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AMU Entrance Exam 2026 - Marking Scheme

The AMU Entrance Exam marking scheme is- one mark awarded for each correct answer, 0.25 mark deducted for every incorrect answer, and 0 mark for an unattempted question.

AMUEE Marking Marks Awarded
Correct answer +1 marks
Incorrect answer -0.25 marks
Un-attempted question 0 marks

Also Read: AMU Courses 2026

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How is AMU Law Entrance exam centre allocated?
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The Aligarh Muslim University BA LLB Entrance Exam center allocation will be done during the application process. Candidates select their preferred exam cities while filling out the application form. However, if a chosen center reaches its capacity, AMU may allocate 2nd or 3rd preference.

Q:   How to select AMU Law Entrance exam centers?
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The AMU BA LLB Entrance Exam test centre can be selected during the application process.

  • Visit amucontrollerexams.com.
  • Log in using your credentials.
  • Complete the application form by providing the details.
  • Choose your preferred exam cities. 
  • Submit.
Q:   What is AMU Entrace Exam Result 2026 date?
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Aligarh Muslim University will announce the AMU Entrace Exam result date online. Students can check the result of AMU entrance exam 2026 on the website, amucontrollerexams.com. All India Rank and category wise rank will be mentione in the exam result.

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AMU EE BA LLB Syllabus

The AMU Entrance Exam BA LLB syllabus is given. the exam included three sections; check the topics for each section below.

AMU BA LLB Subjects

Topics

Proficiency in English Vocabulary, Fill in the blank, Sentence correction, English grammar, Synonyms and Antonyms, Idioms and Phrases 
GK & Current Affairs Basics of law, Political science, New appointments and awards, Sports, Geography, History, Science, and Environment
Reasoning and Aptitude Series and Numbers, Blood relation, Puzzle, Critical reasoning, Analogy, 

Also Read: Aligarh Muslim University admissions

 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is the AMU admit card mandatory for the exam?
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Yes, the AMU admit card is important to appear for the exam. The registered students must download the AMU entrace exam admit card online. Details link exam date, time, centre address, and important instructions will be updated in the admit card.

Q:   What is the reporting time to reach the AMU Entrance exam centre?
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The reporting time for the AMU Entrance Exam will be different for the course you applied for. It is not yet out; however, the candidates will be required to reach the examination hall as per the time mentioned on the admit card. The hall ticket will be issued to the registered candidates online.
Q:   How to participate in AMU BA LLB Exam Counselling?
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Check can participate in the AMU BA LLB counselling and seat allotment process in the following manner

  • Visit amucontrollerexams.com
  • Click on the Counselling Portal
  • Log in with the required credentials
  • Upload Documents
  • Lock your choices
  • Submit Documents
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AMU Entrance Exam 2026 Preparation Tips

Canidates must follow the given AMU Entrance Exam preparation tips to score well in the exam and qualify in one go.

  • Go through the exam pattern and syllabus.
  • Align all the study material, such as books, sample papers, etc.
  • Solve the Previous year's question papers.
  • Attempt mock test.
  • Track daily goals and meet learning targets.
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Q:   What is the best strategy to crack AMU BA LLB in first attempt? Which section should I concentrate more on?
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Cracking the AMU Entrance Exam is not very difficult, provided you are disciplined enough.

  • Plan out your study, mark your weaknesses, and have some leisure time as well.
  • Read more and practice more. Read the newspaper daily.
  • Practice maths and reasoning.
  • Go through the past year's papers and mock tests. 
  • Revise and make a schedule of revising whatever you read throughout the week.
  • Sit back and relax.
Q:   What are the important topics of AMU for B.A. LL.B.?
A: 

Here are the important topics of the AMU BA LLB Entrance Exam for each subject.

Proficiency in EnglishVocabulary, Fill in the blank, Sentence correction, English grammar, Synonyms and Antonyms, Idioms and Phrases 
GK & Current AffairsBasics of law, Political science, New appointments and awards, Sports, Geography, History, Science, and Environment
Reasoning and AptitudeSeries and Numbers, Blood relation, Puzzle, Critical reasoning, Analogy, 
Q:   What are the best books for AMU Law Entrance Exam?
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Check the most recommended books for AMU BA LLB Entrance Exam below.

  • Objective General English 2023-2024 by Andhra Pradesh Bhardwaj
  • General Knowledge 2023-2024 by Disha Experts
  • Legal Awareness and Legal Reasoning by Pearson
  • Objective Logical Reasoning by Vikas Experts
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Important AMU Entrance Exam FAQs

Candidates can check important FAQs on the AMU Entrance Exam 2026 here

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is AMU entrance exam date 2026?
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Aligarh Muslim University will conduct the AMU Entrance Exam 2026 from April to June. The AMU BA LLB Exam date is April 26, 2026. AMU Entrance Exam is conducted offline.

Q:   When will AMU BA LLB Entrance Admission Process be started?
A: 

Aligarh Muslim University BA LLB Entrance Exam admission process will start on February 1, as per the notification. Candidates who want to appear for the exam first have to fill out the application form, download the admit card before the exam, take the exam, and wait for the result. After the result counselling process will begin. 

Q:   What is AMU Entrance Exam Syllabus?
A: 

The syllabus for the AMU Entrace Exam is mentioned below:

  • Reasoning and Aptitude
  • Proficiency in English
  • Current Affairs/General Knowledge (with emphasis on legal issues)
Q:   How to prepare for AMU Entrance exam?
A: 

AMU entrance preparation requires a strategic approach focusing on the official syllabus, previous year papers (PYQs), and consistent revision. Key strategies include understanding the exam pattern (MCQs with negative marking), covering NCERT textbooks, and using specialised guides for 11th and B.Tech exams, often supplemented by online coaching.

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Answered a week ago

The candidate who wants to appear for the AMU Entrance Exam 2026 must be 22 years of age as of July 1, 2025. 

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Mohit Dhawan

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 weeks ago

Yes the AMU entrance exam registrations are still open for BBA admission in the academic year 2026. The AMU BBA admission dates are the same as the AMU entrance exam dates. 

The last date to register for the AMU entrance exam for BBA courses is February 28th 2026. Candidates who fail to register by t

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Saurabh Khanduri

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Answered 2 weeks ago

Yes, candidates who wish to apply for BBA admissions at AMU must appear for the AMU entrance exam to qualify. Unlike other UG level course admissions, AMU only accepts the scores of its inhouse written test to decide the admissions to the BBA course.

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Saurabh Khanduri

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

The application fee for the AMU BA LLB 2026 entrance exam is INR 1,000. The application form can be submitted online via the AMU Controller of Exam website. A late fee of INR 300 is applicable for submissions after the deadline.

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Mohit Dhawan

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Answered 2 weeks ago

Candidates appearing for the AMU BA LLB entrance exam 2026 must not be more than 22 years old as of July 1, 2026. The maximum age limit is strictly enforced, with some sources indicating up to 24 years, but 22 is the primary, recent, and most consistently reported requirement.

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Anupama Mehra

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Answered 2 weeks ago

To be eligible for the AMU BA LLB entrance exam in 2026, candidates must have passed the Senior Secondary School Certificate (10+2) or an equivalent examination with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. The maximum age limit is 22 years as of July 1st of the admission year.

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Priya Peter

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 weeks ago

The Aligarh Muslim University law entrance exam is conducted in offline (pen-and-paper) mode. While the application form is filled out online, candidates must appear at designated exam centres to take the test in person. The exam is an objective-type test lasting 2 hours.

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Akanksha Kumari

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Answered 2 weeks ago

Admission to BA LLB at AMU is based on the entrance exam. Aligarh Muslim University conducts the AMU entrance exam for admission to various courses offered. To appear for the tes, t students have to fill the application form online

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VIRENDER SIHAG

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Answered 2 weeks ago

The total score in the AMU Entrance Exam varies by course, but is 100 marks for most undergraduate courses (including BA LLB), consisting of 100 questions. For the B.Tech programme (AMUEEE), the total score is 150 marks for 150 questions. Some school admissions (like Class 9) consist of a 100-mark s

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Akanksha Kumari

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AMU entrance preparation requires a strategic approach focusing on the official syllabus, previous year papers (PYQs), and consistent revision. Key strategies include understanding the exam pattern (MCQs with negative marking), covering NCERT textbooks, and using specialised guides for 11th and B.Te

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