One Day Left to Apply! AILET 2026 Application Deadline Nears as NLU Delhi Prepares for December 14 Entrance Exam

The crucial deadline for the AILET 2026 application, conducted by National Law University (NLU), Delhi, is fast approaching. Aspiring law students must complete their online registration for the B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) and LL.M. programmes by Monday, November 10, 2025. This is the final administrative step before the intensive two-month countdown to the entrance examination, which is scheduled for Sunday, December 14, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Secure your spot now at nationallawuniversitydelhi.in to vie for a seat at one of India's most prestigious law schools.

The All India Law Entrance Test (AILET) stands as the exclusive gateway to the esteemed National Law University (NLU), Delhi, a premier institution consistently ranked among the top law schools in the country. For law aspirants targeting admission to the flagship Five-Year B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) and One-Year LL.M. programmes for the academic session 2026-27, the time to act is now.

​The application window for AILET 2026, which opened on August 7, 2025, is set to close definitively on Monday, November 10, 2025. As of today, November 9, 2025, candidates have less than 48 hours to complete their online registration and fee payment. This is a crucial administrative deadline that cannot be extended. Candidates who successfully register will then focus entirely on their preparation for the examination scheduled for December 14, 2025. A strategic and timely submission is the final step in ensuring eligibility for this highly competitive national-level law entrance test.

​ Immediate Action Required: November 10th Deadline

​Law aspirants must complete the AILET 2026 registration process on the official NLU Delhi portal before the strict deadline. Any delay past midnight on November 10, 2025, will lead to disqualification from the current admission cycle.

• ​Final Registration Cut-Off:
  • ​Deadline: Monday, November 10, 2025 (11:59 PM)
  • ​Official Website: nationallawuniversitydelhi.in
  • ​It is highly recommended to complete the submission and fee payment hours before the deadline to mitigate server load issues.
• ​Essential Application Steps: 
  • ​Online Registration: Create a unique Login ID using a valid email and mobile number on the AILET portal.
  • ​Form Filling: Accurately fill in personal, educational (10th and 12th details), and contact information. Ensure alignment with official documents.
  • ​Document Upload: Upload scanned copies of the passport-sized photograph and signature strictly as per the specified size and format (usually JPEG/JPG, size limits apply).
  • ​Fee Payment: Pay the application fee online. The fee is ₹3,000 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹1,000 for SC/ST/PwD candidates. Fee exemption applies to SC/ST women and candidates from the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.
• ​Eligibility Check: 
  • ​B.A.LL.B. (Hons.): Candidates must have passed the 10+2 examination with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST/PwD). Class 12 appearing students in 2026 are also eligible to apply.
  • ​LL.M.: Must possess an LL.B. or equivalent degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD).

​ Countdown to December 14th: The AILET 2026 Exam Details

​Once the administrative hurdle of registration is cleared, candidates must pivot completely to mastering the examination structure and syllabus for the December 14th test date.

• ​AILET 2026 Exam Schedule:
  • ​Exam Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025
  • ​Time: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (A two-hour duration).
  • ​Mode: Offline (Pen-and-Paper/OMR-based) test.
  • ​Admit Card: Expected to be released online around November 30, 2025.
• ​BA.LL.B. (Hons.) Exam Pattern:
  • ​Total Questions: 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
  • ​Total Marks: 150 Marks.
  • ​Marking Scheme: +1 mark for every correct answer, and -0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer (Negative Marking).
  • ​Sections: The paper is divided into three sections: 
    • ​English Language (50 Questions)
    • ​Current Affairs & General Knowledge (30 Questions)
    • ​Logical Reasoning (including Legal Reasoning) (70 Questions)
• ​LL.M. Exam Pattern: 
  • ​Total Questions: 100 MCQs.
  • ​Focus: Questions are drawn exclusively from various branches of Law.
  • ​Marking: Follows the same +1 / -0.25 negative marking scheme.

​ Post-Registration Preparation Strategy

​With the application deadline closing, aspirants gain clarity and a concentrated timeline. The remaining period must be utilized for rigorous, exam-specific preparation.

• ​High-Yield Revision & Practice:
  • ​Focused Practice: Dedicate the final two months entirely to solving AILET-specific mock tests and Previous Year Questions (PYQs). AILET's unique focus (especially the weightage distribution compared to CLAT) requires targeted practice.
  • ​Logical Reasoning Mastery: Given the high weightage of Logical Reasoning, dedicate extra time to practicing complex analytical puzzles, critical reasoning, and arguments/assumptions questions.
  • ​Current Affairs Consolidation: Revise monthly current affairs notes from the last 10-12 months, focusing on significant national, international, legal, and constitutional developments.
• ​Exam Day Temperament: 
  • ​Time Management: Practice completing the 150 questions (or 100 for LL.M.) accurately within the 120-minute limit. Develop a clear strategy for section-wise time allocation to avoid rushing the Logical Reasoning section.
  • ​Negative Marking Avoidance: Due to the penalty, practice leaving questions where you have no clarity. Smart guessing should only be attempted when you can eliminate at least two of the four options.
• ​Admit Card and Centre Details:
  • ​Keep checking the official NLU Delhi website near the end of November for the release of the Admit Card. The Admit Card contains crucial details about your assigned test centre and exact reporting time.

​Conclusion

​The AILET 2026 application window will officially close on November 10, 2025. This is the final warning for thousands of law aspirants across the country to secure their registration for the chance to study at NLU Delhi. Complete your application immediately, ensuring all documents are uploaded correctly and the fee is paid. Once this administrative step is finalized, shift your focus entirely to the intensive preparation for the December 14th entrance examination. Success in AILET demands a combination of legal aptitude, critical thinking, and disciplined execution on the day. Do not let this last chance slip away.

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