AILET Cut-Off 2026 &
NLU Delhi Category-Wise Ranks

Understanding AILET 2026 Marks vs Rank Translation

Because AILET features a high-density candidate pool with over 25,000 top law aspirants attempting a single exam for NLU Delhi, even a single mark difference can cause a jump of 30 to 50 rank positions in the merit list.

Here is how raw marks out of 150 translate into All India Ranks based on authenticated historic trends:

• 90+ Marks: Guarantees a Top AIR 5 Rank, securing a guaranteed seat in the General Unreserved Category.
• 80 – 89 Marks: Places candidates between AIR 6 to AIR 25, ensuring comfortable admission in the first counselling list.
• 70 – 79 Marks: Corresponds to AIR 26 to AIR 90, which covers the upper threshold of General waitlists and EWS merit seats.
• 60 – 69 Marks: Translates into AIR 91 to AIR 350, ideal for OBC Non-Creamy Layer and EWS admissions.
• 50 – 59 Marks: Places candidates in AIR 351 to AIR 1500, clearing cut-offs for SC and ST reserved categories.

Factors Influencing the AILET 2026 Cut-Off Marks

The cut-off marks for NLU Delhi are determined after evaluating several key parameters during the examination cycle:

1. Difficulty Level of the Question Paper: In recent years, NLU Delhi has increased the proportion of lengthier reading passages in Logical Reasoning and English, directly affecting the average scores.
2. Number of Test Takers: As more law aspirants register for AILET alongside CLAT, the score density in the 70–85 range increases dramatically.
3. Seat Matrix Restrictions: Unlike CLAT which distributes seats across 24 NLUs, AILET admits students exclusively to 110 merit seats in NLU Delhi.
4. Official Tie-Breaking Criteria: When two or more candidates secure identical marks, NLU Delhi breaks the tie using the following sequential rules:
   • Higher marks in the Logical Reasoning section.
   • Seniority in Age (Older candidate ranked higher).
   • Computerized Draw of Lots.

NLU Delhi Counselling & Seat Allotment Process

Following the release of the AILET merit list, NLU Delhi conducts online counselling in multiple rounds. Here is how candidates can secure their admission:

1. Counselling Invite: Candidates equal to 3 times the number of available seats in each category receive counselling invites.
2. Registration & Fee Payment: Invited candidates must pay an online counselling registration fee of ₹30,000 (General) or ₹20,000 (SC/ST/OBC/EWS).
3. Document Verification: Mandatory submission of Class 10/12 marksheets, category certificates, and domicile proofs on the NLU Delhi portal.
4. Provisional Seat Allotment: Release of Round 1, Round 2, and Spot round selection lists.

KN Expert Tips to Clear the AILET Cut-Off

Knowledge Nation Law Centre recommends the following targeted strategies to crack the AILET cut-off:

• Prioritize Logical Reasoning: With 70 questions (nearly 47% of the total paper weightage) and its role as the primary tie-breaker, mastering Critical Reasoning and Analytical Puzzles is paramount.
• Speed & Reading Stamina: You have only 120 minutes for 150 questions (48 seconds per question). Regular mock tests are essential to build rapid comprehension.
• Target Accuracy Rate: Aim for an 85%+ accuracy rate to prevent negative marking (-0.25) from pulling down your raw score.