All India Law Entrance Test Result
AILET 2026 Result Announced
The All India National Law University, Delhi, has announced the AILET 2026 results on 18th December 2025. You can download your official AILET 2026 scorecards by logging in to your AILET 2026 account on the university’s official website, nationallawuniversitydelhi.in.
- The AILET 2026 final answer key has been released along with the AILET Results.
- The AILET scorecard 2026 mentions details like the marks, merit rank, and qualifying marks for AILET 2026.
- NLU Delhi will send AILET 2026 counselling invitation to all candidates who qualify for the AILET 2026.
- NLU Delhi will also publish the list of AILET 2026 qualified candidates as AILET invite list.
- Candidates included in the list will be eligible to participate in the AILET 2026 counseling process.
AILET 2026 Answer Key
The official Answer key PDF of AILET B.A.LLB (Hons) and AILET LLM for 2026 has been released. The results were released on December 18, 2025 along with the AILET answer key.
| Course | AILET 2026 Final Answer Key PDFs |
|---|---|
| BA LLB (Honours) | Click Here |
| LLM | Click Here |
You can use Collegedunia’s AILET College Predictor to know your admission chances at NLU Delhi. You must get a rank below 110 to get admitted to NLU Delhi.
AILET Result Dates
The AILET 2026 result was released on 18th December 2025. The result was published along with the final answer key.
How to Check AILET Result 2026?
Given below are the steps candidates need to follow to check their AILET Results online.
The result is available on the official website of NLU Delhi. Candidates need to log in to their AILET 2026 account to download the scorecard.
AILET Result 2026: Details Mentioned
The AILET scorecard 2026 mentions details like the marks, merit rank, and qualifying marks for AILET 2026. Candidates should check all details on the scorecard carefully.
AILET 2026 Seat Intake
NLU Delhi will send AILET 2026 counselling invitation to all candidates who qualify for the AILET 2026. The seat intake details are available on the official website.
AILET Merit List 2026: How to Download?
NLU Delhi will publish the list of AILET 2026 qualified candidates as AILET invite list. Candidates included in the list will be eligible to participate in the AILET 2026 counseling process.
AILET Score 2026 Calculation
The AILET score is calculated based on the marks obtained in the exam. The scorecard mentions the merit rank and qualifying marks for AILET 2026.
AILET Previous Year’s Topper List
The previous year’s topper list is available for reference. Candidates can check the cutoff and topper details on the official website.
AILET Result 2026: Cut Off
The cutoff for AILET 2026 is based on the qualifying marks. You must get a rank below 110 to get admitted to NLU Delhi.
AILET Result 2026 FAQs
The result was released on 18th December 2025. Candidates can check their results on the official website nationallawuniversitydelhi.in.
Expected Good Score in AILET 2026
Based on previous year result statistics, the expected good score in AILET 2026 for General category students is between 75 and 80 marks. The good score for other categories will be lower.
| Category | Good Score |
|---|---|
| General | 72+ Marks |
| EWS | 61+ Marks |
| OBC | 56+ Marks |
| SC | 46+ Marks |
| ST | 38+ Marks |
AILET 2026 Difficulty and Performance Indicators
The table below shows the expected performance indicators for AILET 2026 based on previous year trends. These are estimated values and will be updated after the results are released.
| Parameter | Expected Analysis |
|---|---|
| Overall Difficulty Level | Moderate |
| Highest Expected Score Range | 115–130 |
| Average Score Range | 55–75 |
| Expected AIR 1 Score | 120+ |
| Expected Cut Off (General) | 85–95 |
| Impacting Factors | GK unpredictability, LR length, question phrasing, time pressure |
Who Can Apply for AILET 2026
Candidates must have passed Class 12 (or equivalent) with at least 45% aggregate marks for the General category. Candidates must have passed Class 12 (or equivalent) with at least 40% for SC/ST/PwD categories.
Candidates currently appearing for their Class 12 exams are also eligible to apply. For AILET LLM, a graduate degree in Law with the same minimum marks is required.
AILET 2025 Difficulty Level
The overall difficulty of the AILET 2025 exam was assessed as easy to moderate. This was significantly easier than the previous year.
There were no unexpected elements and a balanced distribution of questions across the English, Current Affairs & General Knowledge, and Logical Reasoning sections. The General Knowledge section was perceived by some as the toughest, while the Logical Reasoning and English sections were generally considered manageable or easy-moderate.
Does Symbiosis Accept AILET Score?
Symbiosis Law School, Pune accepts CLAT and AILET scores. The college offers undergraduate and postgraduate law programs.
AILET vs CLAT Difficulty
AILET is often considered more difficult due to intense competition for fewer seats at NLU Delhi. It also has a Legal Aptitude section focused on complex legal principles.
CLAT is a broader, more reading-intensive exam. The perceived difficulty can vary depending on individual strengths and weaknesses, as both are highly competitive exams with high cutoffs.
What to Do After AILET Results
To know what you can do after the AILET results are released, you can check the video by Toprankers. The video provides information on the steps to take after the results are released.
Details Mentioned in AILET Scorecard
Given below are details that will be mentioned on the AILET 2026 scorecard.
AILET 2026 Result: Tie-Break Process
The tie-break process decides the merit rank when two or more candidates score the same marks in AILET 2026. The method differs for the BA LLB and LLM programs.
BA LLB Program
- If two or more candidates get the same marks, the candidate with higher marks in the Logical Reasoning section gets a better rank.
- If the tie continues, the candidate who is senior in age is given preference.
- If the tie is still not decided, the merit rank is determined by a computerized draw of lots.
LLM Program
- Senior age is given preference.
- If the tie continues, a computerized draw of lots decides the rank.
AILET Results 2026: Seat Intake
NLU Delhi offers Undergraduate, Postgraduate and PhD courses through AILET 2026. The course-wise seat intake is given below.
| Course | Seat Intake |
|---|---|
| BA LLB (Honours) | 123 |
| LLM | 81 |
| PhD | 9 (through AILET 2025) |
AILET Seat Intake FAQs
How many seats are available in AILET?
The All India Entrance Test (AILET) for National Law University, Delhi (NLU-D) BA LLB program has a total of 110 seats through the AILET merit, plus 10 reserved seats for Foreign Nationals and OCI/PIO candidates. For the LLM program, there are 70 seats.
BA LLB Program (NLU-D):
- Total Seats: 120
- AILET Merit Seats: 110
- Seats for Foreign Nationals/OCI/PIO: 10 (5 each)
LLM Program (NLU-D):
- Total Seats: 70
How many students fill the AILET form?
Approximately 20,000 candidates appear for the AILET exam each year, though the exact number can vary. For instance, in AILET 2025, there were 19,830 registered candidates for the B.A. LL.B.(Hons.) program, with 18,717 students also present for the exam.
AILET BA LLB: Around 20,000 candidates apply for the BA LLB program annually. For example, 19,830 candidates registered for the AILET 2025 BA LLB program.
AILET LLM: A smaller number of candidates register for the LLM program, with 2,648 candidates registered for AILET 2025 PG.
How many students appeared in AILET 2025?
For the AILET 2025 exam, a total of 18,717 candidates appeared for the BA LLB (Hons.) program, and 2,343 candidates appeared for the LLM/LLM (IPR) and MA in IP programs.
BA LLB (Hons.) Program:
- Registered: 19,830 candidates
- Appeared: 18,717 candidates
LLM/LLM (IPR) and MA in IP Programs:
- Registered: 2,648 candidates
- Appeared: 2,343 candidates
AILET 2024: Question Paper and Answer Key
The AILET question paper with answer key is provided below. This will help you practice and rate yourself before appearing for the AILET exam 2026.
| Paper/Subject | Question Paper with Answer Key PDF |
|---|---|
| BA LLB | Check Here |
| LLM | Check Here |
| Ph.D. (Law) | Check Here |
| Ph.D. (Social Science) | Check Here |
AILET 2023: Question Paper and Answer Key
Question papers and answer keys for AILET 2023 are also available for reference. Candidates can use them for additional practice.
AILET Previous Year Question Papers and Answer Keys
Previous year question papers and answer keys for AILET are available below. Candidates can refer to these PDFs for exam preparation.
AILET 2023 Question Paper with Answer Key
| Course | AILET 2023 Question Paper with Answer Key PDFs |
|---|---|
| B.A.LL.B. | Click Here |
| LL.M. | Click Here |
| Ph.D. | Click Here |
AILET 2022 Question Paper and Answer Key
The question paper and answer key for 2022 are given below.
| Paper/Subject | AILET 2022 Question Paper PDF | AILET 2022 Answer Key PDFs |
|---|---|---|
| BA LLB | Check Here | Check Here |
| LLM | Check Here | Check Here |
| PHD | Check Here | Check Here |
AILET Merit List 2026
Candidates must visit the official website of NLU Delhi – nludelhi.admissionelp.com. The AILET Merit List can be found on the notifications page.
The AILET Merit List will be available in PDF format. It can be downloaded for future reference.
Details Mentioned in AILET Merit List 2026
The details mentioned in the AILET 2025 Merit List are given below.
- Candidates' Application numbers
- Candidates' Roll numbers
- Candidates' Marks obtained
- Candidates' Ranks obtained
AILET Score Calculation 2026
The steps to calculate your AILET score are given below.
- BA LLB Course: 150 Objective-type questions are asked. For each correct answer, 1 mark is provided with a negative marking of 0.25.
- LLM Course: 50 Objective type questions are asked. 1 or 2 marks are provided for each correct answer. A negative marking of 0.25 is followed in the paper. Additionally, 2 descriptive essay-type questions are to be written which carry 75 marks.
- Ph.D. Course: A written test that carries 50 questions for 1 mark each is qualifying in nature. Additionally, 1 descriptive essay-type question is to be written which carries 50 marks. Candidates securing more than 50% (General category) and 45% (SC/ST) will have to submit their research proposals to the committee. The final selection depends on the presentation of the Research Proposal.
AILET Result Tie Breaker Criteria
If candidates are given the same marks for the AILET 2025 Exam, the tie will be broken using a set of rules decided by NLU Delhi. The tie-breaking criteria are given below.
- Candidates who get higher marks in Legal Aptitude will be ranked higher.
- If the tie persists, candidates who are senior in age will be ranked higher.
- If even after the application of the above two criteria, the tie persists, the rank will be determined by computerized draw of lots.
AILET Result: Previous Years' Topper List
The students who topped over the years are provided below.
| AILET Topper Name | Year of Examination |
|---|---|
| Saher Gole | 2024 |
| Abhinav Somani | 2023 |
| Saumya Singh | 2022 |
| Siddhant Pengoriya | 2021 |
| Anhad Kaur Mehta | 2020 |
| Saumya Singh | 2019 |
| Devansh Kaushik | 2018 |
| Dhanishta Mukesh Mittal | 2017 |
| Karan Dhalla | 2016 |
AILET Result 2026: Cut Off Expected
The AILET Result 2026 category-wise cut off is going to be released by NLU Delhi at the time of the counseling process. AILET Cut Off 2025 is the minimum mark that is required by the candidate to be eligible for admission.
AILET Result 2026: Key Details
The AILET 2026 Result for BA LLB (Hons) has been declared on the University website, nationallawuniversitydelhi.in, on 18th December 2025. Candidates can download the All India Merit List from the official website.
How to Check AILET Result 2026
Candidates need specific details to log in and check the AILET Result 2026. The required details are:
- Registered email ID
- Email ID password
Candidates who score the minimum cutoff marks can appear for AILET Counselling.
AILET Cut Off 2024
The AILET Cut Off 2024 for BA LLB and LLM is provided below. The table lists cutoff marks and last rank for each category.
BA LLB Cut Off 2024
| Category | Cut Off Marks | Last Rank |
|---|---|---|
| General | 80–90 | 80-90 |
| OBC (Non Creamy Layer) | 65-60 | 500-550 |
| EWS | 55-60 | 550-600 |
| SC | 45-50 | 1200-1500 |
| ST | 38-40 | 2000-3000 |
LLM Cut Off 2024
| Category | Cut Off Marks | Last Rank |
|---|---|---|
| General | 60-65 | 50-60 |
| OBC (Non Creamy Layer) | 45-50 | 100-105 |
| EWS | 38-40 | 120-130 |
| SC | 48-52 | 95-100 |
| ST | 40-45 | 110-120 |
AILET Cut Off 2023 for BA LLB
The AILET Cut Off 2023 for BA LLB is given below. The table shows marks and last rank for each category.
| Category | Marks | Last Rank |
|---|---|---|
| General | 72.75 | 62 |
| EWS | 57.25 | 506 |
| OBC | 57.5 | 484 |
| SC | 49.75 | 1133 |
| ST | 40.25 | 2647 |
AILET Cut Off 2023 for LLM
The AILET Cut Off 2023 for LLM is provided below. The table lists marks and last rank for each category.
| Category | Marks | Last Rank |
|---|---|---|
| General | 67.75 | 37 |
| OBC-Non Creamy Layer | 48 | 104 |
| EWS | 39 | 131 |
| SC | 50.75 | 95 |
| ST | 42 | 122 |
AILET Cut Off 2022 for BA LLB (Round 1)
The AILET Cut Off 2022 for BA LLB Round 1 is given below. The table shows category-wise marks and rank.
| Category | Cut Off Marks | Cut Off Rank |
|---|---|---|
| General | 89.5 | 72 |
| General PwD | 65.75 | 823 |
| OBC-Non Creamy Layer | 65.5 | 837 |
| Scheduled Caste | 55.75 | 1766 |
| ST | 49.5 | 2731 |
| EWS | 74.5 | 370 |
AILET Cut Off 2022 for BA LLB (Round 2)
The AILET Cut Off 2022 for BA LLB Round 2 is provided below. The table lists category-wise marks and rank.
| Category | Cut Off Marks | Cut Off Rank |
|---|---|---|
| General | 88.25 | 81 |
| SC | 55.75 | 1768 |
| ST | 47.75 | 3050 |
AILET LLM Cut Off 2022 (Round 1)
The AILET LLM Cut Off 2022 for Round 1 is given below. The table shows category-wise cutoff marks.
| Category | Cut Off Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 65.75 |
| OBC | 50.25 |
| SC | 48.25 |
| ST | 44.25 |
| EWS | 54 |
| Gen-PwD | 53.5 |
| OBC-PwD | 46.5 |
| SC-PwD | 22.75 |
| Kashmiri Migrants | 54.75 |
AILET LLM Cut Off 2022 (Final Round)
The AILET LLM Cut Off 2022 for the Final Round is provided below. The table lists category-wise marks and rank.
| Category | Cut Off Marks | Cut Off Rank |
|---|---|---|
| General | 63 | 51 |
| Gen-PwD | 53.25 | 115 |
| OBC-Non Creamy Layer | 50 | 140 |
| SC | 46.5 | 161 |
| ST | 39.5 | 183 |
| EWS | 54 | 109 |
AILET Cutoff Rank by Category
The category-wise cutoff rank for AILET is given below. This rank indicates the last rank admitted in each category.
| Category | Cutoff Rank | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| General | 65 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| OBC (Non Creamy Layer) |
| Exam Events | Tentative Dates |
|---|---|
| AILET 2026 Final Answer Key Release | 18th December 2025 |
| AILET 2026 Result Date | 18th December 2025 |
| AILET Counselling Start Date | Last Week of December 2026 |
Seats Available in NLU Delhi
The number of seats available at NLU Delhi depends on the course. The seat distribution is as follows.
- 123 seats for B.A.LLB
- 81 seats for the LLM program
- 10 additional seats reserved for foreign nationals
- For the PhD program, seats depend on the availability of a supervisor for research aspirants
Good Score for AILET 2026
AILET 2026 for BA LLB and LLM is conducted for a total of 150 marks. Based on previous year analysis, a good score for the AILET Exam is approximately 85 marks.
Candidates who score more than 75 marks are likely to get admission into NLU Delhi. The AILET 2026 Closing rank will be determined after the counselling process is concluded.
| Category | Good Score |
|---|---|
| General | 72+ Marks |
| EWS | 61+ Marks |
| OBC | 56+ Marks |
| SC | 46+ Marks |
| ST | 38+ Marks |
All India Law Entrance Test (AILET) 2026: Overview
The All India Law Entrance Test (AILET) is the entrance exam for admission to National Law University, Delhi (NLU-D). The exam is conducted for admission to the BA LLB (Hons.) and LLM programs.
AILET 2026 for BA LLB and LLM is conducted for a total of 150 marks. Based on previous year analysis, a good score for the AILET exam is approximately 85 marks. Candidates who score more than 75 marks are likely to get admission.
Who Can Apply for AILET 2026
The AILET eligibility criteria for 2026 are based on the candidate's category and the program they are applying for.
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 (or equivalent) with at least 45% aggregate marks for the General category.
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 (or equivalent) with at least 40% for SC/ST/PwD categories.
- Candidates currently appearing for their Class 12 exams are also eligible to apply.
- For AILET LLM, a graduate degree in Law with the same minimum marks is required.
Seat Availability in AILET 2026
The total number of seats varies by program and category. The seat distribution for NLU-D is given below.
| Program | Total Seats | Seat Details |
|---|---|---|
| BA LLB (Hons.) | 120 | 110 seats through AILET merit, 10 seats for Foreign Nationals/OCI/PIO (5 each) |
| LLM | 70 | 70 seats for the LLM program |
| PhD | Varies | Depends on the availability of a supervisor |
In a separate count, a total of 123 seats are available for BA LLB, and 81 seats are available for the LLM program. An additional 10 seats are reserved for foreign nationals.
Number of Candidates for AILET
Approximately 20,000 candidates appear for the AILET exam each year. The exact number varies by year and program.
| Program | Registered Candidates (AILET 2025) | Appeared Candidates (AILET 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| BA LLB (Hons.) | 19,830 | 18,717 |
| LLM/LLM (IPR) and MA in IP | 2,648 | 2,343 |
AILET 2025 Difficulty Level
The overall difficulty of the AILET 2025 exam was assessed as easy to moderate. This was significantly easier than the previous year.
There were no unexpected elements, and the questions were balanced across the English, Current Affairs & General Knowledge, and Logical Reasoning sections. The General Knowledge section was perceived by some as the toughest, while the Logical Reasoning and English sections were generally considered manageable or easy-moderate.
AILET vs CLAT
AILET is often considered more difficult than CLAT due to intense competition for fewer seats at NLU Delhi. It also has a Legal Aptitude section focused on complex legal principles.
CLAT is a broader, more reading-intensive exam. The perceived difficulty can vary depending on individual strengths and weaknesses, as both are highly competitive exams with high cutoffs.
Does Symbiosis Accept AILET Score?
Symbiosis Law School, Pune, accepts CLAT and AILET scores. The college offers undergraduate and postgraduate law programs.
AILET 2026 Result
AILET 2026 Result for BA LLB (Hons) has been declared on the university website, nationallawuniversitydelhi.in, on 18th December 2025. Candidates can download the All India Merit List from the official website.
After the declaration of the AILET 2026 Result, the category-wise rank list is also released by National Law University, Delhi. Candidates can download the AILET 2026 Merit List from the official website.
How to Check AILET 2026 Result
The details required by a candidate to log in and check the AILET 2026 Result are:
- Their registered email ID
- Their email ID password
Candidates who score the minimum cutoff marks can appear for AILET Counselling.
AILET 2026 Counselling Dates
AILET Counselling 2026 is going to commence after the declaration of the AILET 2026 Result.
| Exam Event | Tentative Dates |
|---|---|
| AILET 2026 Final Answer Key Release | 18th December 2025 |
| AILET 2026 Result Date | 18th December 2025 |
| AILET Counselling Start Date | Last Week of December 2026 |
What is AILET 2026?
AILET stands for All India Law Entrance Test. It is the entrance exam for admission to NLU Delhi (National Law University, Delhi).
The exam is conducted once a year. Admission to NLU Delhi is based on the rank obtained in AILET.
AILET 2026 Expected Closing Rank
The AILET 2026 closing rank will be determined after the counselling process is concluded. The closing rank is the last rank at which admission is granted.
The table below shows the expected closing ranks for different categories.
| Category | Good Score (Marks) |
|---|---|
| General | 72+ |
| EWS | 61+ |
| OBC | 56+ |
| SC | 46+ |
| ST | 38+ |
How Marks Relate to Closing Rank
A higher score generally leads to a better rank. The closing rank for each category depends on the number of candidates and their scores.
These scores are indicative of what may be needed for admission. The final closing rank will only be known after counselling ends.