AILET Previous Year Question Papers: BA LLB, LLM & PhD in Law Past 9 Years Question Papers
All India Law Entrance Test 2026 ( AILET )
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Going to appear for AILET 2026? Check out AILET previous year question papers in this article to boost your exam preparation. Download the PDFs of AILET BA LLB, LLM and PhD past years' question papers from here.
AILET Previous Years' Question Papers
The NLU Delhi will conduct the AILET 2026 on December 14, 2025. The exam will be conducted in pen-and-paper-based mode. If you are looking to appear for the exam, refer to the best study materials. Previous years' question papers of the exam are considered among the best resources for exam preparation. These study materials can be referred to understand the question paper structure, know the major topics for the upcoming test, and improve accuracy and efficiency through consistent practice.
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Considering the value of AILET's previous years' question papers, we have provided free question paper PDFs to download in this article. Check out the AILET BA LLB and LLM question papers here.
Candidates must note that the AILET LLM 2026 Exam pattern was changed last year. The main subjects of AILET LLM 2026 question paper will be as under: Different branches of law (Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, Administrative Law, Law of Contract, Law of Torts, Family Law, Criminal Law, Property Law, Company Law, Public International Law, Tax Law, Environmental Law, Labour & Industrial Law).
The syllabus of AILET 2026 LLM will have 100 MCQ questions pertaining to different areas of law. There will be negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect attempt.
Solving the AILET sample papers will help students to improve their speed of solving the questions. It will also help them to be know the type of questions asked in exam.
- AILET 2026 Exam Pattern
- AILET 2026 Preparation Plan
- AILET Previous Year Question Papers
AILET 2026 Exam Pattern
All India Law Entrance Test 2026 will be based on the exam pattern ascertained by NLU Delhi. The questions will be MCQ based, and there will be negative marking. The criteria for negative marking will be based on the formula 0.25*4=1 means that for a wrong answer 0.25 Marks will be deducted. Therefore, four wrong answers will lead to a deduction of one (1) mark. Check out the AILET exam pattern below:
Also Read: AILET Last 10 years Question Papers PDFs + Solution
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For BA LLB
Refer to the data given in the table below,
| Subject |
Questions per section |
Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language |
50 questions |
50 |
| Current Affairs & General Knowledge |
30 questions |
30 |
| Logical Reasoning |
70 questions |
70 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
For LLM Course
The exam pattern has been mentioned as follows:
| Type of Questions |
Number of Questions |
Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Different branches of law (Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, Administrative Law, Law of Contract, Law of Torts, Family Law, Criminal Law, Property Law, Company Law, Public International Law, Tax Law, Environmental Law, Labour & Industrial Law) |
100 MCQ based questions (1 marks each) |
100 marks |
| Total |
100 |
100 |
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AILET 2026 Preparation Plan
This Law entrance exam will be conducted in online mode. Below are the tips to prepare for the exam,
- Create a Timetable
- Gather Study Material and Reference Books.. Below is the subject-wise list of books,
| Subjects |
Recommended Books |
|---|---|
| English |
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| Logical Reasoning |
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| General Knowledge and Current Affairs |
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- Revise the topics regularly
- Take Regular Mock Tests
Also Read: How to Prepare for CLAT and AILET Simultaneously?
AILET Previous Year Question Papers
The PDFs for past years' question papers have been listed below. The source for these documents is NLU Delhi website, nationallawuniversitydelhi.in
| Question Paper Year Wise | Download Link |
| 2025: | |
| AILET 2025 BA LLB Question Paper with Answer Key | AILET_2025_BA_LLB_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| AILET 2025 LLM Question Paper with Answer Key | AILET_2025_LLM_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| AILET 2025 PhD in Law Question Paper with Answer Key | AILET_2025_PhD_in_Law_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| 2024 | |
| AILET BA LLB 2024 Question Paper PDF with Answer Key | AILET_2024_BA_LLB_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| AILET 2024 LLM Question Paper PDF with Answer Key | AILET_2024_Question_Paper_LLM_with_Answer_Key |
| AILET PhD 2024 in Law Question Paper PDF with Answer Key | AILET_2024_PhD_in_Law_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| 2023 | |
| AILET 2023 BA LLB Question Paper PDF with Answer Key | AILET_2023_BA_LLB_(Hons.)_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| AILET LLM 2023 Question Paper PDF with Answer Key | AILET_2023_LLM_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| AILET 2023 PhD in Law Question Paper PDF with Answer Key | AILET_2023_Question_Paper_for_PhD_in_Law |
| 2022 | |
| AILET BA LLB 2022 Question Paper PDF with Answer Key | AILET_2022_BA_LLB_(Hons.)_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| AILET 2022 LLM Question Paper PDF with Answer Key | AILET_2022_LLM_Question_Paper_with_Solution |
| AILET PhD 2022 in Law Question Paper PDF with Answer Key | AILET_2022_PhD_in_Law_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| 2021 | |
| AILET BA LLB 2021 Question Paper PDF with Answer Key | AILET_2021_BA_LLB_(Hons.)_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| AILET 2021 LLM Question Paper PDF with Answer Key | AILET_2021_LLM_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| AILET PhD 2021 in Law Question Paper PDF with Answer Key | AILET_2021_PhD_in_Law_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| 2020 | |
| AILET 2020 BA LLB Question Paper PDF with Answer Key | AILET_2020_BA_LLB_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| AILET 2020 LLM Question Paper PDF with Answer Key | AILET_2020_LLM_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| AILET 2020 PhD in Law Question Paper PDF with Answer Key | AILET_2020_PhD_in_Law_Question_Paper |
| 2019 | |
| AILET 2019 BA LLB Question Paper PDF | AILET_2019_BA_LLB_(Hons.)_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| AILET 2019 LLM Question Paper PDF | AILET_2019_LLM_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| AILET 2019 PhD in Law Question Paper PDF | AILET_2019_PhD_in_Law_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| 2018 | |
| AILET BA LLB Question Paper PDF | AILET_2018_BA_LLB_(Hons.)_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| AILET LLM Question Paper PDF | AILET_2018_LLM_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| 2017 | |
| AILET BA LLB Question Paper PDF | AILET_2017_BA_LLB_(Hons.)_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| AILET LLM Question Paper PDF | AILET_2017_LLM_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| 2016 | |
| AILET BA LLB Question Paper PDF | AILET_2016_BA_LLB_(Hons.)_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| AILET LLM Question Paper PDF | AILET_2016_LLM_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
| 2015 | |
| AILET BA LLB Question Paper PDF | AILET_2015_BA_LLB_(Hons.)_Question_Paper_with_Answer_Key |
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Solving the AILET sample papers will help students to improve their speed of solving the questions. It will also help them to be familiar with the type of questions asked for the AILET exam.
In the last year's AILET question paper for UG course, GK questions were prominently related to static GK. The number of current affairs-related questions was lower. Questions were mainly related to law field and Economics. These questions were related to topics, such as Supreme Court of India, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
A large number of questions in the section were based on topics related to international relations, such as international alliances, agreements and G20 Summit.
Other main topics covered in the GK section of the previous year's AILET question paper were awards, sports, geography of India and books and authors.
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NLU Delhi will release the AILET 2026 question paper after the exam. AILET question paper will release with the answer key.
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The candidates will be able to download the notification for the AILET exam from the NLU Delhi website. This document provides the exam registration schedule and eligibility criteria. Students should read it thoroughly to know the fees, last date of application, exam day, etc.
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AILET notification mentions the details about-
- Exam registration schedule
- Test cities
- Eligibility
- Application Fee
Applicants must ensure to meet the eligibility as per the notification to apply for the exam.
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The result for the AILET 2026 exam will be released soon after the exam. Candidates can check their scorecards using their login details created during the registration.
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With the help of previous year exam analysis, candidates looking to sit for the exam this year will be able to ascertain the type of questions asked in the exam and what is the difficulty level for each section of the exam. This helps in preparing for the exam accrodingly. Also, candidates who appea
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The AILET admit card will mention the examination hall number, the name of the candidate, course name applied for, and general guidelines. Candidates must ensure to have the error free details in the hall ticket. Do not forget to carry an identity proof for verification purpose.
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To crack the AILET exam, candidates must target to achieve rank between 50-60, which means score above 75 will help you land at the NLU Delhi. Candidates must go through the AILET exam pattern, syllabus, and previous year questions to prepare for the exam effectively. The previous year questions wil
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The AILET application fee structure is categorised based on different categories as given below:
Category | AILET Application Fee (in INR) |
|---|---|
General | INR 3,000 |
PwD/ SC/ ST | INR 1,000 |
Women of SC/ST Category and Women belonging to Below Poverty Line (BPL) | Exempted from paying the application fee |
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AILET exam is conducted for admission to the 5-year integrated courses and LLM courses offered at the National Law University Delhi. Aspiring candidates will have to register for the entrance exam before the last date to sit for the exam. However, candidates must furnish the eligibility criteria to
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AILET Notifications
As per the revised AILET LLM 2026, the AILET LLM Questions will be asked from subjects mentioned below:
AILET 2026 LLM Exam Pattern
The question paper for LLM admissions consists of two parts and the sectional weightage of AILET LLM question paper will be as under:
Type of Questions
Number of Questions
Marks
(Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, Administrative Law, Law of Contract, Law of Torts, Family Law, Criminal Law, Property Law, Company Law, Public International Law, Tax Law, Environmental Law, Labour & Industrial Law)
100
100