The National Law University, Delhi (NLU Delhi), will release the first list of selected candidates for the All India Law Entrance Test (AILET) 2026 on January 8, 2026 . Students who took the AILET 2026 exam can check if they have been selected for admission to law courses. The list will be available on the university's official website in the evening.
This first selection list shows which candidates have been offered a seat based on their exam scores, seat availability, and their preferred choices for NLU Delhi. Candidates who find their name on this list must take action by January 14, 2026 , to secure their seat.
Key Dates for AILET 2026 First Selection List
Students must remember these important dates related to the AILET 2026 first selection list:
| Event | Date | Time |
| First List of Selected Candidates Release | January 8, 2026 | 6 PM |
| Last Date to Pay Seat Confirmation Fee | January 14, 2026 | Till 11 AM |
How to Check Your AILET 2026 Selection Status
Follow these simple steps to check if you are selected in the first list:
- Go to the official website of AILET: nationallawuniversitydelhi.in .
- Look for the section titled "AILET 2026" on the main page.
- Click on this section.
- A new page will open showing the list of candidates selected in the first round.
- To quickly find your name, press Ctrl+F on your keyboard and type your name or application number.
- Check your admission status.
- It is advised to download and save this selection list for your records.
What to Do After Selection
If your name appears on the first selection list, it means NLU Delhi has offered you a seat. To confirm this seat, you must pay a seat confirmation fee of Rs 50,000 . This fee must be paid by January 14, 2026, 11 AM . If you do not pay the fee on time, your offered seat will be cancelled. You will also not be able to participate in any future rounds of counselling for AILET 2026 admissions.
After paying the fee, candidates must choose one of three options:
1. Freeze Option
If you choose 'Freeze', it means you are happy with the seat offered to you. You accept this seat and do not want to be considered for any other seats or choices in later rounds. Your admission process for this specific seat will be final.
2. Float Option
If you choose 'Float', it means you accept the seat offered to you for now, but you also want to be considered for a better seat choice in the next rounds. If a better seat matching your preferences becomes available, it will be offered to you. If not, you will keep the seat you initially accepted. This option keeps your current seat safe while you wait for other possibilities.
3. Exit Option
Choosing 'Exit' means you do not wish to accept the offered seat. If you select 'Exit', you will give up your claim on the seat and will not be considered for admission in any future AILET 2026 counselling rounds. This option is for candidates who do not wish to join NLU Delhi or have found admission elsewhere.
Candidates must carefully consider these options as they will affect their future admission chances for AILET 2026.
NLU Delhi aims to make the admission process clear and fair for all candidates. Students should regularly check the official website for any new updates.
