AILET Exam Eligibility (UG)

The eligibility AILET (UG) program for the B.A.LL.B.(Hons.) course is given below.

AILET Education Qualifications

  • Candidates must have graduated from a recognized institute with a minimum of 45% in their class 12 examinations.
  • OBC candidates must have a minimum aggregate of 42% in their Class 12 examination.
  • SC/ST/PWD applicants must have at least a 40% aggregate score in the class 12 examination.
  • Candidates belonging to the Foreign Nationals Category should have 65% or more in the Higher Secondary School Examination of the (10+2) system or in an equivalent examination.

Candidates who have finished and passed their class 12 examinations in the April/May 2026 session are also eligible to apply for the AILET 2027 exam.

AILET Age Limit

The exam has no age limit. Candidates can appear for the exam as long as they meet the eligibility criteria.

AILET Tie-Breaking Rule

In case two or more candidates score equal marks in AILET 2027, merit will be determined using the following criteria, in order:

  • Marks scored in the Logical Reasoning section of AILET 2027 will be considered first.
  • If the tie persists, the older candidate will be given preference.
  • If there is still no difference in merit, an automated draw of lots will be conducted.

AILET Exam Eligibility (PG)

The eligibility AILET (PG) program for the LL.M. (One-Year) Program is given below.

AILET Education Qualifications (PG)

  • Candidates must possess an LL.B. degree or an equivalent legal degree with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized institute.
  • SC/ST/Person with Disability candidates must have a minimum aggregate of 45% in their LL.B. or equivalent degree.
  • Candidates belonging to the Foreign Nationals category must have an LL.B. or equivalent degree recognised by the UGC or the Association of Indian Universities with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks. Additionally, they will be assessed on written and spoken English communication skills and performance at an interview in terms of aptitude and capacity.

Candidates who are currently enrolled in/awaiting the results of their LL.B. degree program may also apply and take the Entrance Test. However, such applicants' eligibility must be achieved before the cutoff date, which will be published together with the Notification of Entrance Test Result.

AILET Age Limit (PG)

The exam has no age limit. Candidates can appear for the exam as long as they meet the eligibility criteria.

AILET Tie-Breaking Rule (PG)

In case two or more candidates score equal marks in AILET 2027, merit will be determined using the following criteria, in order:

  • The older candidate will be given preference.
  • If there is still no difference in merit, a computerised draw of lots will be conducted.

AILET 2027 Exam Form

Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria can proceed to fill out the AILET 2027 application form. The application window for AILET 2027 is expected to open in August 2026; the exact date will be announced with the official notification.

Candidates must ensure that the application fee is paid successfully; those who fail to complete fee payment will not be permitted to enter the exam venue. The AILET 2027 admit card will be issued only to candidates who have submitted a complete application form along with the requisite fee.

AILET Exam Form Fees

Category

Fee

General / EWS / OBC / Foreign Nationals / Residents of Jammu & Kashmir / Kashmiri Migrants

3,000.00 (INR)

SC/ST and Persons with Disability (PwD)

1,000.00 (INR)

Fee Exempt - SC/ST candidates and women candidates who are Below Poverty Line (BPL) are exempted from payment of the application fee.

AILET 2027 Preparation Tips

Any competitive exam poses some challenges to a student. So its preparation requires extra effort than what is taught or put in the school.

The following are some AILET preparation tips that students should know and take care of.

  • Try to complete the AILET syllabus in advance, almost 2-3 months before the final exam.
  • Find overlaps between the school, CLAT, & AILET syllabi to minimize effort.
  • Leave the last 3 months for mock-taking and refining your AILET-taking strategy.

For better structure to their preparation, students can enrol for AILET/CLAT Online Coaching.

Suggested readings

AILET Exam Pattern CLAT Exam Eligibility

Frequently asked questions

Yes, students receive lot of sectional and topic tests as well to streamline their preparation.

CLAT UG includes five sections: English Language, Current Affairs including General Knowledge, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Techniques.

CLAT 2027 UG exam will be conducted in offline (pen-and-paper) mode with 120 passage-based MCQs, a duration of 2 hours, +1 mark for each correct answer, and 0.25 marks deduction for every incorrect answer.

No. All legal principles required to answer the questions are provided in the passages. You only need to interpret and apply them logically.

On average: English: 22–26 Current Affairs & GK: 28–32 Legal Reasoning: 28–32 Logical Reasoning: 22–26 Quantitative Techniques: 10–14 Total: 120 questions

The Quantitative section includes arithmetic and data-based topics like Percentages, Ratios, Profit & Loss, Averages, Data Interpretation, Time & Work, and Mensuration.

It is one of the heaviest-weight sections in CLAT. Questions focus on recent national and international events, awards, government schemes, the environment, and socio-economic issues.

Yes, but indirectly. Grammar and vocabulary are tested through reading comprehension passages and related questions rather than standalone grammar exercises.

Yes. Many students clear CLAT through self-study by following a disciplined routine, solving mock tests, and staying updated with current affairs.

These can appear in Logical Reasoning, usually within passage-based reasoning sets.