How to Prepare for AILET 2026: Study Tips, and Registration Guide

If you are planning to secure admission to NLU Delhi — one of India’s top law schools — cracking the All-India Law Entrance Test (AILET) 2026 is your first big milestone. Although the expected exam date is December 2025, your preparation must start now to stay ahead.

This guide covers the best study strategies, and registration details you need to know.

About AILET 2026

• Exam Name: All India Law Entrance Test (AILET) 2026
• Aim: To facilitate admissions for the 5-Year BA LLB (Hons), 1-Year LLM, and Ph.D. programs.
• Expected Exam Date: December 2025
• Exam Mode: Offline (Pen and Paper)
• Official Website: NLU Delhi Official Website

AILET 2026 Exam Pattern (Expected)

(For BA LLB aspirants)

• English Language: 50 Questions
• Current Affairs & General Knowledge: A total of 30 questions will be asked in this section.
• Logical Reasoning: 70 Questions
• Total Questions: 150
• Total Marks: 150
• Time Duration: 120 minutes (2 hours)
• Negative Marking: Yes (-0.25 marks per wrong answer)

How to Study for AILET 2026: Step-by-Step Plan

1. Understand the Syllabus and Pattern

Download the latest syllabus once it’s released officially and match it with your study plan.

2. Build Strong Foundations (April–June 2025)

• Focus on basics: grammar rules, logical reasoning fundamentals, and GK base.
• Read newspapers daily.

3. Intensive Practice (July–September 2025)

• Start solving previous year papers.
• Take sectional tests for each subject.
• Analyze mistakes after every mock test.

4. Advanced Revision (October–November 2025)

• Focus on time management and accuracy.
• Attempt 3–4 full-length mocks weekly.
• Revise notes on GK, vocab, and logical puzzles.

5. Final Touch (December 2025)

• Light revision; avoid heavy study.
• Stay mentally and physically healthy for exam day.

AILET 2026 Registration Process (Expected Timeline)

Step 1: Registration Opens

• Likely around August–September 2025.
• Register online through the official website: nludelhi.ac.in.

Step 2: Fill the Application Form

• Personal details, academic information, and exam center preferences.

Step 3: Upload Documents

·       Required D: Passport-sized photograph, signature, and relevant category certificate (if applicable) must be uploaded.

Step 4: Pay Application Fee
(Expected Fee Structure based on past trends)

• General/OBC candidates: ₹3,500
• SC/ST/PWD candidates: ₹1,500
• Application Fee Waiver: Candidates from the SC/ST category falling under the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category are exempted from paying the application fee.

Step 5: Download Confirmation

• Save the application confirmation page and payment receipt.