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AILET 2026 Official Pattern Online CBT Mock Tests
Verified 2026 PatternSimulate the real NLU Delhi AILET examination online with authentic 150-question (+1/−0.25) scoring, English Language (50 Qs), Current Affairs & GK (30 Qs), and Logical Reasoning (70 Qs) with active countdown timers and instant solutions.
AILET 2026 — Official Pattern Full CBT Mock Tests
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About AILET 2026 Examination (NLU Delhi)
Key institutional facts, undergraduate admissions, and eligibility criteria for aspiring law candidates.
The All India Law Entrance Test (AILET) is the exclusive national-level entrance examination conducted annually by National Law University, Delhi (NLU Delhi) for admission to its prestigious 5-year integrated B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) undergraduate degree programme and LL.M. postgraduate programme.
Unlike other top National Law Universities (such as NLSIU Bengaluru, NALSAR Hyderabad, and WBNUJS Kolkata) which admit students through the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT), NLU Delhi does not participate in CLAT. Candidates seeking admission to NLU Delhi must register for and take AILET separately.
AILET 2026 Official Examination Pattern & Structure
Syllabus distribution across the 3 official sections tested by National Law University, Delhi.
| Section | Subject Area | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Weightage (%) | Recommended Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section A | English Language | 50 MCQs | 50 Marks | 33.3% | 35 Minutes |
| Section B | Current Affairs & General Knowledge | 30 MCQs | 30 Marks | 20.0% | 15 Minutes |
| Section C | Logical Reasoning (incl. Legal Logic) | 70 MCQs | 70 Marks | 46.7% | 60 Minutes |
| Total AILET Examination | 150 MCQs | 150 Marks | 100% | 120 Minutes (2.0 Hrs) | |
AILET 2026 Detailed Sectional Syllabus
Core topics, question styles, and high-yield areas tested under each section.
Section A: English Language (50 Questions / 50 Marks)
Designed to test candidates' English language proficiency, reading comprehension, vocabulary breadth, and grammatical accuracy.
Section B: Current Affairs & General Knowledge (30 Questions / 30 Marks)
Evaluates awareness of contemporary national and international events, legal developments, constitutional history, and static general knowledge.
Section C: Logical Reasoning & Legal Principles (70 Questions / 70 Marks)
The decisive section of AILET, testing critical analysis, deductive reasoning, identifying logical fallacies, and applying legal principles to factual scenarios.
AILET Time Management & Sectional Strategy
How top rankers divide 120 minutes across 150 questions (48 seconds per question).
The Final 10 Minutes Buffer:
Allocate the remaining 10 minutes to revisit marked review questions and ensure that you have not left unattempted questions where you were able to eliminate 2 out of 4 options. Strict adherence to negative marking control is vital for NLU Delhi cutoff margins.
Frequently Asked Questions — AILET 2026 Preparation
Answers to common questions regarding syllabus, scoring, and CBT test practice.
What is the official examination pattern for AILET 2026?
The All India Law Entrance Test (AILET 2026) conducted by National Law University, Delhi (NLU Delhi) comprises 150 multiple-choice questions carrying 150 marks with a duration of 120 minutes (2 hours). The paper consists of 3 sections: Section A - English Language (50 questions, 50 marks), Section B - Current Affairs & General Knowledge (30 questions, 30 marks), and Section C - Logical Reasoning (70 questions, 70 marks).
Is there negative marking in AILET 2026?
Yes. AILET follows a negative marking penalty of 0.25 marks (-0.25) for each incorrect answer. Each correct answer earns +1.0 mark. Unattempted questions carry zero penalty.
How is AILET different from CLAT UG?
Unlike CLAT UG which has 5 sections including Quantitative Techniques (Mathematics) and 120 passage-based questions, AILET has NO Mathematics section and contains 150 questions in 120 minutes. Logical Reasoning carries the highest weightage in AILET (70 questions / 46.7%), integrating critical reasoning, analytical logic, and legal principles as logical propositions.
Which law school accepts AILET scores?
AILET is conducted exclusively for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate law programmes at National Law University, Delhi (NLU Delhi). NLU Delhi does not participate in the CLAT consortium.
Does AILET 2026 have a separate Legal Aptitude section?
No separate Legal Aptitude section exists in AILET anymore. Instead, legal principles and propositions are tested strictly within Section C (Logical Reasoning) to evaluate candidates' logical deduction and analytical thinking without requiring prior knowledge of law.
Are the AILET CBT Mock Tests on Target Exams free?
Yes! All AILET chapter tests, sectional practice modules, and official-pattern 150-question full CBT mock tests on Target Exams are 100% free of charge with live timers, automated scorecards, and step-by-step explanatory solutions.