AILET 2021 Exam Date Out Now

The National Law University, Delhi (NLU) has announced the exam date for the entrance examination. Due to the ongoing situation across the country, the authorities had to postpone the exam date.

Earlier the exam was scheduled for 20th June, but now the exam is postponed to July 2021. 

The authorities have also extended the application dates. If you have passed the 10+2 or equivalent exam and you are aged between 18-22 years, then you can fill the forms. 

Read through the complete post to get an insight about AILET Exam like exam dates, selection process, exam pattern, and more.

AILET 2021 Notification

Through AILET Exam, you will be provided admission at NLU Delhi into B.A., LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M., and Ph. D. professional courses. The notification is an official document released by the exam conducting authority to inform you about the exam. 

• NLU Delhi documented the basic protocols and important information that you must know before registering for the exam as an official notification.
• For each course, a separate notification is released which is tabulated below. 
• The official AILET Notification includes details like eligibility, online registration, application fee, selection process, etc.

 AILET 2021 Exam Dates & Schedule

The registration process began on January 23, 2021. The notification for the exam was released on the same day.  The recent notice by authorities announces the new planned exam date. However, it might be a tentative one considering the current situation.

AILET 2021 Seats

This year, a total of 188 seats are offering by the NLU through AILET Exam 2021. Go through the below table to know the number of seats available for each course.

The seats offered for various courses are filled based on different categories. Check out the category-wise distribution of AILET Seats.

For BA LLB Course

Let us have a look at the table below to know the number of seats reserved for SC, ST, PWD, and other categories.

For LLM Course

Check out the table below to know the percentage of seats reserved for General, SC/ST, PWD categories.

AILET 2021 Eligibility Criteria

Understanding the AILET Eligibility Criteria is crucial before registration to avoid discrepancies later. Make sure you fulfil all the norms mentioned below:

AILET 2021 Eligibility Criteria for LLB

• You must have passed Intermediate (class 10+2) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in order to be eligible for AILET (or)
• If you are appearing for class 12 exams in 2021, then you can also apply for the exam.

AILET 2021 Eligibility Criteria for LLM

• To apply for the LLM course, you must have completed your graduation or any other equivalent degree with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks (or)
• If you are pursuing a final year LLB, then you can apply for the exam.

AILET 2021 Eligibility Criteria for PhD

• To apply for AILET 2021 exam, you must hold an LL.M or equivalent degree with 55% marks. However, it is 50% if you belong to SC/ST categories (or)
• If you have completed your degree in law and a PhD in any discipline, then you can also apply for the exam (or)
• If you have worked as a State High Court Judge in India for at least 3 years or a Judge at the Supreme Court, then you are eligible to apply for the AILET exam.

How to Apply for AILET 2021?

The AILET Application Form can be filled only through online mode. There are five stages involved in the AILET Application Process 2021 that are: Registration, Selecting the law course, Filling the form, Uploading documents, and fee payment. 

• Visit the official website of NLU Delhi: nludelhi.ac.in
• Complete the registration by entering all the basic information like name, contact number, email ID, Parents Name, Date of Birth
• You will receive a User ID and Password which is autogenerated. 
• Login to your account using the login credentials such as User ID and password
• Enter all the required details like Education Qualification, Personal Details, Communication details, Parents Details, Category, Religion.
• Choose your desired exam centre and proceed to the next step. 
• Upload the Scanned documents i.e., photographs and signature in the specified format
• You can pay the application fee either through online mode or offline mode.

Check the below table for category-wise application fees.

AILET Exam Pattern 2021

The initial step to your preparation process must involve understanding the AILET Exam Pattern 2021 and the syllabus of the exam. This shall give you clarity on the number of questions asked from each section, marking scheme and difficulty level of the exam.

Exam pattern for B.A.LLB

The B.A.LLB is a very renowned five-year duration program at the National Law University, Delhi, and the admission process is completed through the exam. The AILET exam for B.A.LLB consists of five sections: English, General Knowledge, Legal Aptitude, Reasoning, and Elementary Mathematics.

• The exam is conducted in the offline mode
• The AILET Exam 2021 consists of 150 questions
• The total time duration of the exam is 90 minutes.
• The AILET Question Paper includes objective type questions
• For each right answer, you will be awarded 1 mark and for each wrong answer 0.25 marks will be deducted

Exam pattern for LLM

The paper Pattern of the AILET LLM course consists of 100 MCQ-type questions and one essay-type descriptive question on the assigned topics. The objective-based question carries 100 marks, and the essay-based question carries 50 marks.

Exam pattern for Ph.D. 

The questions in the AILET Ph.D. exams are framed from the concepts of Research Methodology and Legal Research Aptitude. 

• The exam pattern for Ph. D program consists of two papers: paper 1 and paper 2.
• Paper 1 exam consists of 100 multiple choice questions whereas, in paper 2, you have to submit a research proposal in 15 pages on the topic of their Ph.D. degree 

AILET Syllabus 2021

Being aware of the syllabus will help you plan your preparation in a better way. the below table provides a glimpse of the AILET Syllabus 2021.

AILET Admit Card 2021

The admit card for AILET shall be released 10-15 days before the exam commences. By following the simple steps below you can download the admit card. 

Make sure you carry the hall ticket to the exam centre without fail. 

• Visit the official website
• On the homepage, click on the link "Download AILET Admit Card 2021"
• Enter your login credentials and click on submit
• The admit card will be displayed on the screen. 
• Download and take a printout of the admit card for future reference.

AILET 2021 Exam Centers

You must ensure to reach the exam center at least half an hour before the reporting time. Check out the list of AILET Exam Centers tabulated below.

AILET Sample Papers 2021

Sample Papers are model tests of the actual exam that follows the same exam pattern and the time limit. These tests give an idea about the type and pattern of the questions that are going to be asked in the real exam.

Practising AILET Previous Year Question Papers will let you know the difficulty level of the paper and how to attempt the tricky questions in less time. You can improve your speed, accuracy, and build your confidence levels.

AILET Preparation Tips 2021

Gear up your preparation for the highly competitive exam by following the expert's Preparation Tips for AILET 2021. You are advised to begin your preparation at least 3 months before the exam. Here is a glimpse of how to prepare for the AILET 2021 exam.

• Make a proper study plan and start studying all topics one by one.
• Go through the pattern and syllabus to know which topics has to be studied and given more importance.
• After knowing the syllabus, collect the required study materials from a proper source including the best books.
• Then start your preparation with easy topics and then proceed to difficult topics.
• Speed is an important factor in the exam. Try to solve questions faster and with accuracy.
• Ensure to take up the AILET Mock Tests regularly to analyze your preparation levels.
• Solve previous year's question papers to know the difficulty level of the paper and which type of questions can appear in the exam.

AILET Preparation Books 2021

As per the experts, choosing the right books will help you to better prepare for the exam. To ease out your preparation, we have assembled a list of the Best AILET Books for LLB and LLM courses that you can refer to.

Best Books for B. A. LLB

Let us have a look at the table below to know the most recommended books for the preparation of LLB.

Best Books for LLM

Check the table below to know the important books for the preparation of LLM.

AILET Exam Analysis 2021

Going through the AILET Exam Analysis will let you know the difficulty level of the exam and which type of questions can appear in the examination. 

• The exam Analysis includes all the questions asked, overall as well as sectional difficulty level, a good number of attempts, and weightage of topics.
• To help you with a better understanding of the exam difficulty level, the table shows the previous year analysis. 

AILET Answer Key 2021

The answer key is an official document released by the exam conducting authority to help you check the responses in the exam. The AILET Answer Key will be released usually 2 weeks after the examination. The Answer key is released in PDF format. You can follow the below instructions to download the answer key PDF.

• Visit the Official Website: nludelhi.ac.in
• On the homepage click on the Answer Key link
• Login to your account using login credentials
• The AILET 2021 Answer Key will be displayed on the screen
• Download the answer key and check your responses by comparing them. 
• This way you can know your chances of getting shortlisted for counselling.

AILET Result 2021

The NLU will release the results on its official website. The AILET 2021 Result will be released in PDF format based on the categories. You can download the PDF and check whether your name exists in the list or not. 

Follow the below instructions to check the AILET 2021 Result.

• Visit the official website of NLU Delhi i.e nludelhi.ac.in.
• Click on AILET 2021 tab
• On the new page, click on the AILET 2021 Result.
• Fill in the details in all the required fields.
• Check and Download the results PDF

AILET 2021 Cut Off

Based on the result, the NLU decides the cut-off marks to shortlist you for admission into law programs. The AILET Cut Off 2021 is declared separately for all categories. You must score above the cut-off to receive the admission letter.

Check the below tabulation to know the Previous Year cut-off marks.

AILET Merit List 2021

The Merit List will be released after the declaration of the result. The seat allotment is based on the AILET Merit List 2021. You will be given higher priority if you secure a higher rank in the merit list. The following details are mentioned on the merit list.

• Name 
• Roll number 
• Guardian's name
• Gender
• Total marks obtained in AILET exam

AILET Admission Process 2021

The AILET Counselling is conducted in offline mode by the National Law University, Delhi. This process is held after the merit list is released by the University. 

• You need to pay the admission-cum-counselling fee for AILET 2021.
• You must make sure to remit the fee to the NLU Admission Office within the specified time. Otherwise, the candidature will get cancelled.
• After the first slot of admission, the list of shortlisted students will be issued by NLU Delhi for spot counselling.