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The AILET Exam Pattern 2027 has been released by National Law University Delhi for candidates appearing for the B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) and LL.M. entrance examinations. The B.A. LL.B. paper has 150 multiple choice questions carrying 150 marks, while the LL.M. paper has 100 multiple choice questions carrying 100 marks. Both examinations have a duration of 120 minutes. AILET 2027 will be conducted on December 13, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM for admission to the 2027-28 academic session. The official notification confirms that the examination will be conducted at the all India level.
How to Prepare Based on the AILET 2027 Exam Pattern
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Candidates preparing for B.A. LL.B. should give additional practice time to Logical Reasoning because it carries the highest weightage in the paper. English and Current Affairs should also be revised consistently because together they account for 80 marks.
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LL.M. candidates should focus on the complete range of legal subjects prescribed for the examination. Regular practice of MCQs can help improve speed and accuracy within the 120-minute duration.
- Candidates should also practise previous year question papers and full-length mock tests under timed conditions.
AILET 2027 Exam Pattern at a Glance
The examination pattern is different for B.A. LL.B. and LL.M. candidates. While the undergraduate paper consists of three sections, the LL.M. paper consists of questions from different branches of law.
| Exam Feature | B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) | LL.M. |
| Exam Duration | 120 minutes | 120 minutes |
| Total Questions | 150 | 100 |
| Total Marks | 150 | 100 |
| Question Type | MCQs | MCQs |
| Sections | 3 | Law subjects |
| Marks per Correct Answer | +1 | +1 |
| Negative Marking | -0.25 | -0.25 |
Important: NLU Delhi has specified that four incorrect answers result in a deduction of one mark because 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong answer.
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AILET BA LLB Exam Pattern 2027
The AILET BA LLB Exam Pattern 2027 consists of three sections with a total of 150 multiple choice questions. English Language carries 50 questions, Current Affairs and General Knowledge carries 30 questions, and Logical Reasoning carries 70 questions.
| Section | Questions | Marks |
| English Language | 50 | 50 |
| Current Affairs & General Knowledge | 30 | 30 |
| Logical Reasoning | 70 | 70 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Note: The paper has to be completed within 120 minutes. There is no separate legal aptitude section in the AILET 2027 B.A. LL.B. pattern. NLU Delhi states that legal principles may be used within Logical Reasoning to test logical aptitude, but candidates are not required to have prior legal knowledge or technical understanding of law.
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AILET 2027 Section-Wise Topics and Recommended Books
The AILET 2027 syllabus for B.A. LL.B. covers English Language, Current Affairs & General Knowledge, and Logical Reasoning. Each section requires a different preparation approach, from comprehension and vocabulary to current events, static GK and analytical reasoning. The table below summarises the section-wise weightage, key topics, recommended books and important exam considerations.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Key Topics | Recommended Books / Sources | Important Point |
| English Language | 50 | 50 | Reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar and language-based questions | Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis; Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi | Focus on comprehension, vocabulary and application of English |
| Current Affairs & General Knowledge | 30 | 30 | Current events, national and international affairs, static GK and general awareness | Lucent's General Knowledge; The Hindu or The Indian Express; monthly current affairs compilations | Combines current affairs preparation with static GK revision |
| Logical Reasoning | 70 | 70 | Logical reasoning, analytical reasoning and questions involving legal principles | Analytical Reasoning by M.K. Pandey; A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal | Highest-weighted section; prior legal knowledge or technical understanding of law is not required |
AILET LLM Exam Pattern 2027
The AILET LLM Exam Pattern 2027 consists entirely of multiple choice questions. The paper contains 100 MCQs carrying 100 marks, and candidates get 120 minutes to complete the examination.
| Exam Feature | AILET LL.M. 2027 |
| Question Type | MCQs |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Marks per Correct Answer | +1 |
| Negative Marking | -0.25 |
| Subject Coverage | Different branches of Law |
Important: The current official AILET 2027 LL.M. pattern does not include a separate descriptive or essay section. Candidates should therefore follow the latest NLU Delhi pattern rather than older AILET exam formats.
AILET 2027 LL.M. Subjects
The LL.M. paper covers different branches of law. Candidates should prepare the core subjects included in the prescribed AILET LL.M. syllabus, the major areas include:
| Core Legal Subjects | Other Legal Subjects |
| Constitutional Law | Company Law |
| Jurisprudence | Public International Law |
| Administrative Law | Tax Law |
| Law of Contract | Environmental Law |
| Law of Torts | Labour and Industrial Law |
| Family Law | Property Law |
| Criminal Law | — |
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AILET 2027 Marking Scheme
The AILET 2027 Marking Scheme is applicable to both B.A. LL.B. and LL.M. examinations. Candidates receive one mark for every correct answer and lose 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.
| Response | Marks |
| Correct Answer | +1 |
| Incorrect Answer | -0.25 |
| Four Incorrect Answers | -1 |
| Unattempted Question | No marks |
Candidates should consider negative marking while attempting questions. Random guessing can reduce the overall score if the selected answer is incorrect.
AILET 2027 Tie-Breaking Criteria
NLU Delhi uses different tie-breaking rules for B.A. LL.B. and LL.M. candidates. The rules are applied when two or more candidates secure the same total marks in AILET 2027.
| Programme | Tie-Breaking Order | How the Tie Is Resolved |
| B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) | 1. Logical Reasoning marks | The candidate who scores higher marks in the Logical Reasoning section gets the higher merit position. |
| 2. Seniority in age | If the candidates also have the same Logical Reasoning marks, the older candidate is placed higher in merit. | |
| 3. Computerised draw of lots | If the tie still remains after considering Logical Reasoning marks and age, NLU Delhi uses a computerised draw of lots to decide the merit position. | |
| LL.M. | 1. Seniority in age | When candidates obtain the same overall marks, the older candidate gets preference. |
| 2. Computerised draw of lots | If the candidates are of the same age, the final merit position is decided through a computerised draw of lots. |
Important: For B.A. LL.B., Logical Reasoning is therefore the first additional score considered after the overall AILET marks. For LL.M., there is no section-wise score used as the first tie-breaker; NLU Delhi moves directly to seniority in age. The official AILET 2027 LL.M. exam details confirm the age-based tie-break followed by a computerised draw of lots.
AILET 2027 Exam Time and Duration
AILET 2027 will be conducted on December 13, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The examination duration is two hours.
| Particular | AILET 2027 |
| Exam Date | December 13, 2026 |
| Exam Time | 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| B.A. LL.B. Questions | 150 MCQs |
| LL.M. Questions | 100 MCQs |
Candidates should reach the allotted examination centre according to the reporting instructions mentioned on their admit card.
AILET 2027 Exam Pattern and Syllabus
| Programme | Section / Subject | Questions | Marks | Syllabus / Topics |
| B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) | English Language | 50 | 50 | Comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, sentence correction and language-based questions |
| Current Affairs & General Knowledge | 30 | 30 | Current events, national and international affairs, general knowledge and static GK | |
| Logical Reasoning | 70 | 70 | Logical and analytical reasoning, including legal principles used to test logical aptitude; no prior legal knowledge is required | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | All questions are MCQs | |
| LL.M. | Different Branches of Law | 100 | 100 | Questions from different branches of Law prescribed for the entrance test |
| Total | 100 | 100 | All questions are MCQs |
AILET 2027 Exam Pattern FAQs
What is the AILET Exam Pattern 2027 for B.A. LL.B.?
The B.A. LL.B. paper has 150 multiple choice questions carrying 150 marks. It consists of English Language, Current Affairs and General Knowledge, and Logical Reasoning.
How many questions are there in AILET 2027?
The B.A. LL.B. paper has 150 questions, while the LL.M. paper has 100 questions. Both examinations have a duration of 120 minutes.
What is the AILET 2027 marking scheme?
Candidates receive one mark for every correct answer and 0.25 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer.
How many questions are asked from Logical Reasoning in AILET 2027?
The Logical Reasoning section of the B.A. LL.B. paper contains 70 questions carrying 70 marks.
Is there a Legal Reasoning section in AILET 2027?
There is no separate Legal Reasoning section in the B.A. LL.B. paper. NLU Delhi states that legal principles may be used within Logical Reasoning, but prior legal knowledge is not required.
What is the AILET LLM Exam Pattern 2027?
The LL.M. paper consists of 100 multiple choice questions carrying 100 marks. All questions are based on different branches of Law and the duration is 120 minutes.
Is there a descriptive section in AILET LLM 2027?
No. The current official AILET 2027 LL.M. pattern specifies a multiple choice question based examination with 100 MCQs.
What is the duration of the AILET 2027 exam?
The duration is 120 minutes for both B.A. LL.B. and LL.M. programmes.
When will AILET 2027 be conducted?
AILET 2027 will be conducted on December 13, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Which section has the highest weightage in AILET 2027 B.A. LL.B.?
Logical Reasoning has the highest weightage with 70 questions carrying 70 marks.
How is a tie resolved in AILET 2027 B.A. LL.B.?
The candidate with higher Logical Reasoning marks receives preference. If the tie continues, seniority in age is considered, followed by a computerised draw of lots.
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