AILET 2026 Expected Cutoff: Category-Wise Score & Rank Prediction for NLU Delhi
AILET 2026 Expected Cutoff: Category-Wise Score & Rank Prediction for NLU Delhi
A complete guide for BA LLB aspirants targeting NLU Delhi.
AILET is one of the toughest law entrance exams in India — not because the paper is extremely difficult, but because there is only ONE National Law University (NLU Delhi) and only 110–120 seats. With more than 1 lakh aspirants every year, the cutoff becomes a major deciding factor.
If you're preparing for AILET 2026, the biggest question on your mind right now is probably:
- "What will be the expected cutoff?"
- "How much should I score to get NLU Delhi?"
- "What were last year's cutoffs?"
AILET 2026 Expected Cutoff (Category-Wise Prediction)
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Based on trends from AILET 2023–2025, difficulty patterns, and seat availability, here are the expected cutoffs for AILET 2026.
AILET 2026 Expected Cutoff for BA LLB General Category
| Category | Expected Score | Expected Rank |
|---|---|---|
| General | 69–74 | Top 100–110 |
OBC Category
| Category | Expected Score | Expected Rank |
|---|---|---|
| OBC | 63–67 | Top 140–180 |
EWS Category
| Category | Expected Score | Expected Rank |
|---|---|---|
| EWS | 64–68 | Top 130–160 |
SC Category
| Category | Expected Score | Expected Rank |
|---|---|---|
| SC | 52–58 | Top 350–420 |
ST Category
| Category | Expected Score | Expected Rank |
|---|---|---|
| ST | 45–52 | Top 500–600 |
Why These Expected Cutoffs? (AILET 2026 Analysis Breakdown)
Your AILET 2026 cutoff will depend on:
- Difficulty level of the exam (especially Logical Reasoning)
- Total number of test-takers
- Total seats at NLU Delhi (approx. 110–120 for BA LLB)
- Category-wise competition
- Change in exam pattern (if any)
Based on current trends, AILET continues to remain:
- English → Moderate
- GK & Current Affairs → Moderate (dominated by static + major events)
- Logical Reasoning → Moderate–Difficult
This pushes the expected safe score for General between 69–74.
AILET 2025 Cutoff: Last Year's Official Closing Ranks
Let's look at the previous year's cutoff to understand the trend better.
AILET 2025 BA LLB Cutoff (Official Ranks)
| Category | Closing Rank | Approx Score |
|---|---|---|
| General | 110 | 70–72 |
| OBC | 164 | 63–65 |
| EWS | 138 | 64–67 |
| SC | 458 | 52–55 |
| ST | 627 | 45–48 |
Observation:
- AILET 2025 was slightly easier than AILET 2024 in English and GK.
- Logical Reasoning remained the toughest section.
- General cutoff climbed by 2–3 marks.
This is why AILET 2026 cutoff is expected to stay in the same range — unless the paper becomes unusually tough.
AILET 2026 vs AILET 2025 — What's Changing?
| Factor | AILET 2025 | AILET 2026 (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Moderate | Moderate–Slightly Tough |
| GK Weightage | Balanced | Slight increase expected |
| LR | Trickier | Similar level expected |
| Competition | High | Higher due to early prep |
| Seats | 110–120 | 110–120 |
Cutoffs may rise by 1–2 marks only if AILET 2026 is easier. If tougher, cutoffs will drop slightly.
Factors Affecting AILET 2026 Cutoff
1. Difficulty Level of LR
The LR section alone decides 60–70% of your rank.
2. Number of Test Takers
Every 5,000 additional aspirants increases General cutoff by 1 mark.
3. Category-Wise Seat Distribution
Seats are extremely limited → cutoffs are always high.
4. Nature of GK Section
- Static-heavy GK → lower cutoff
- Current-affairs heavy GK → higher cutoff
5. Normalization (If applied)
Mild fluctuations in scores can shift final ranks.
AILET 2026 Rank vs Score Prediction
| Score | Expected Rank |
|---|---|
| 75+ | Top 50 |
| 72–74 | Top 100 |
| 69–71 | Top 150 |
| 65–68 | Top 250 |
| 60–64 | Top 400 |
| 55–59 | Top 550 |
| 50–54 | Top 700 |
Use this to understand where you stand after attempting mocks.
Check your Prediction here: By CLAT Tribe - https://www.clattribe.com/ailet-predictor
AILET 2026 Expected Closing Rank for NLU Delhi
For BA LLB:
| Category | Expected Closing Rank |
|---|---|
| General | 100–115 |
| OBC | 150–180 |
| EWS | 130–165 |
| SC | 350–450 |
| ST | 500–650 |
These estimates align with last 5 years' data.
How to Stay Ahead for AILET 2027 (Key Lessons)
1. Start GK Early
Use CLAT Tribe's:
- GK Capsules
- Flashcards
- Current Affairs Compilations
2. Practice LR Daily
Solve at least 20 LR questions/day.
3. Mock Practice = Rank Booster
Students usually jump 30–40 ranks within 6 focused mocks.
4. Analyze Before You Attempt More
Quality > Quantity.
5. Don't Neglect English
Reading speed plays a major role in AILET.
Why Students Trust CLAT Tribe for AILET?
- Daily GK Updates
- Monthly CA Capsules
- 1000+ Flashcards
- AILET-oriented LR practice
- Mock tests matching exact difficulty
CLAT Tribe isn't just a coaching platform — it's a trusted companion for every law aspirant.
Final Words
AILET is competitive — but not impossible. With the right strategy, consistent mock practice, and clarity on cutoffs, you can secure a seat at NLU Delhi.
The expected AILET 2026 cutoff will likely stay close to last year's, so your goal should be:
- General: Aim 70+
- OBC/EWS: Aim 63–67
- SC/ST: Aim 45–58
Start early, prepare smartly, and trust the process. Your NLU Delhi dream is absolutely achievable.