Why is AILET considered harder than CLAT?

AILET is considered harder than CLAT because it is conducted for admission to only NLU Delhi — one of the top law schools in India — with an extremely limited number of seats. The higher per-question difficulty, broader GK coverage, and greater legal aptitude complexity make it more demanding. The competition is fierce because aspirants who crack AILET are typically the best-prepared CLAT candidates as well.

How many seats does NLU Delhi offer through AILET?

NLU Delhi offers approximately 110 seats in the BA LLB (Hons) program through AILET and about 70 seats in LLM. It also offers a few PhD seats. This makes AILET one of the most competitive law entrance exams with a very high preparation bar. NLU Delhi is consistently ranked among the top 2 law schools in India.

What is the difference between AILET and CLAT format?

AILET has 150 questions in 90 minutes — that is 100 questions more than the CLAT in the same 120-minute duration, making it far more time-pressured. Unlike CLAT's fully passage-based format, AILET has direct fact-based GK questions and more direct legal aptitude questions. AILET generally covers a broader range of legal concepts and expects sharper accuracy under extreme time pressure.

What GK topics are asked in AILET?

AILET GK covers a wide range: national and international current affairs (last 12 months), legal and constitutional developments, important judgements and appointments, science and technology news, awards and recognitions, and static GK including history, geography, and polity. AILET GK questions tend to be more direct and fact-based compared to CLAT's passage-based current affairs section.

Can AILET be cracked without coaching?

Yes, AILET can be cracked without coaching with disciplined self-study. Daily newspaper reading, consistent current affairs tracking, solving 40+ mock tests, and studying legal reasoning through dedicated AILET-specific books are sufficient for self-preparers. However, mock test-based feedback and legal reasoning mentorship can significantly accelerate preparation. Many top AILET scorers have relied on self-study combined with online mock test platforms.

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AILET Preparation Guide

National Law University Delhi (NLU Delhi)

Your Complete Preparation Guide for AILET 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.

DifficultyVery Hard

Total Marks150

Duration90 min

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Exam Overview

Mode

Offline (Pen and Paper)

Frequency

Once a year (May)

Next Exam Date

May 2027

EEligibility Criteria

Class 12 passed or appearing with minimum 50% (45% for SC/ST); no upper age limit

ANumber of Attempts

No restriction on attempts

Study Plan by Subject

English

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Reasoning

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Legal Aptitude

Week 1-4: Foundation

Core concepts & basics

Week 5-8: Deep Practice

Advanced problems & revision

Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision

Full-length tests & weak-area focus

Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list

Expert Preparation Tips

Practice 150 questions in 90 minutes in every mock test — AILET's extreme time pressure separates prepared candidates from top scorers, so speed is non-negotiable.

Maintain a daily current affairs log covering legal developments, constitutional amendments, Supreme Court judgements, and national/international events.

For Legal Aptitude, study basic legal principles, constitutional law, criminal law fundamentals, and practice applying legal rules to factual scenarios.

Prioritise accuracy over attempt rate — with -0.25 negative marking, random guessing in 150 questions can cost you 5+ marks and your rank.

Exam Pattern at a Glance

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration (est.)
English	38	38	23 min
General Knowledge & Current Affairs	38	38	23 min
Reasoning	38	38	23 min
Legal Aptitude	38	38	23 min
Total	150	150	90 min

Important Dates

Registration Opens

January–March 2027

Next Exam Date

May 2027

Conducted By

National Law University Delhi (NLU Delhi)

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