National Law University Delhi
(NLU Delhi)Last Updated: Aug 24, 2026
Established
2008
Campus Size
14.00 Acres
Total Students
500
Faculty
35
Student-Faculty
14:1
CLAT Cutoff Marks and Merit-Based Admission Criteria
Cutoff Analysis - NLU Delhi
NLU Delhi (National Law University Delhi) admits through its own entrance exam - AILET (All India Law Entrance Test), not CLAT. This makes NLU Delhi unique among NLUs. AILET tests similar subjects as CLAT but with a different format and marking scheme. NLU Delhi is ranked #3 among law schools nationally.
AILET Cutoff - BA LLB (Hons) (2024)
| Category | AILET Score (out of 150) | Approximate Rank | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 90-100 | Rank 1-50 | 35 |
| OBC | 78-88 | Rank 1-20 (OBC) | 19 |
| SC | 60-70 | Rank 1-10 (SC) | 11 |
| ST | 45-55 | Rank 1-5 (ST) | 6 |
| EWS | 82-90 | Rank 1-7 (EWS) | 7 |
| PwD | 55-65 | Rank 1-3 (PwD) | 3 |
AILET vs CLAT - Key Differences
| Feature | AILET (NLU Delhi) | CLAT (Other NLUs) |
|---|---|---|
| Conducting Body | NLU Delhi | Consortium of NLUs |
| Colleges Using | Only NLU Delhi | 24 NLUs + 60+ affiliates |
| Total Marks | 150 | 150 |
| Duration | 90 minutes | 120 minutes |
| GK/Current Affairs | Higher weightage (35 marks) | Moderate (28-35 marks) |
| Negative Marking | Yes (-0.25) | No negative marking |
| Difficulty | Higher (tighter time) | Moderate |
AILET Cutoff Trend (General Category)
| Year | Cutoff Score | Total Applicants | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 82-88/150 | 18,000 | 80 |
| 2022 | 85-92/150 | 20,000 | 80 |
| 2023 | 88-96/150 | 22,000 | 83 |
| 2024 | 90-100/150 | 25,000 | 83 |
LLM Admission
NLU Delhi LLM admission uses AILET PG with cutoffs of 70-80/150 (General). LLM seats are limited (30-35) with strong competition. NLU Delhi's LLM is considered the best in India due to Delhi's proximity to the Supreme Court and top law firms.
Disclaimer: Cutoff ranks and scores listed for NLU Delhi are based on previously published data from the relevant entrance exams and are indicative only. Actual cutoffs vary each year based on applicant pool and seat availability. Verify current cutoffs from the institute's official website or the respective exam authority's official website.