AICLET

CLAT results 2026 are out and some students are celebrating while others are sitting with their fingers crossed or looking for some local law colleges where they can pursue their desired course. However, the good news is that, even though CLAT 2026 exam is not scheduled until next year, there is one national-level law entrance exam called AICLET (All India Common Law Entrance Test) that can help secure a seat in top universities offering law courses. AICLET 2026 registrations close on Dec 26 with exam on Dec 27 and results Dec 30, offering a chance to secure LLB, 5-year integrated law, and LLM seats in top private law colleges. 

Quick Comparison: CLAT vs AICLET for Law Aspirants

CLAT keeps you locked up in 24 NLUs (2,500 UG seats; Fierce 20:1 Competition). AICLET opens doors to multiple participating universities with easier access with no negative marking, a much shorter 60-minute online test. The preparation will overlap 80% (English, GK, Legal Reasoning, Maths), and hence CLAT mocks will work here too. 

Key advantage: AICLET's late window will give dropouts and second-chancers an immediate backup.

Why is AICLET 2026 your second chance after CLAT? 

AICLET 2026 becomes the ideal second opportunity to law aspirants who were disappointed in CLAT 2026 performances, providing a convenient route to getting into more than 100 best BCI-approved colleges with good placements and career exposure. In comparison to the high stakes CLAT battle, this exam is of only 60 minutes as mentioned above,and  has no negative marking, thus available even to those who couldn't take CLAT 2026 test or touch NLU cut offs. 

Since the AICLET examination is due on December 27 and results are to be announced on December 30, candidates can get done with AICLET counselling and prepare for their next step. Most importantly, its completely remote online version allows you to do the test at the comfort of your home or hostel and avoid the travelling nuisance and easily fuse into your post-CLAT life and be hassle-free when it comes to making law admissions.

How to Apply & Prep Fast for AICLET 2026: 3 Steps

• Register: Go to its official website and register
• Call: Call on the given number or wait for a few hours to get a free counseling call.
• Pay Fees: Pay the AICLET exam fees
• Prep Smart: Reuse CLAT notes and focus on 1-week mocks on speed
• Post-exam: Results are expected on Dec 30. After that there will be counselling and the students can gain easy admission after that.

Should you wait for CLAT Counselling before AICLET? 

Don’t risk your future. CLAT Round 1 counselling starts late Dec, but seats fill real quick. For example, NLSIU closes at AIR 100-200. Even if you qualify, the waitlist drags on for months with upgrades/dropouts. 

Take AICLET 2026 on Dec 27 (just 10 days away); the test is low risk, 60 minutes with no negatives. It’ll keep your spot secure. Worst case, you have your second option ready. The best case? You start your law career from a renowned NLU you desire. So, consider AICLET 2026 today as your reliable Plan B.

For more information about All Indian Common Law entrance test (AICLET), refer to its official website AICLET.org 

Passing law entrance exams such as CLAT, AILET, AICLET, or State-level exams in India require more than standard preparation methods. Unlike most aspirants who have been seen to dwell on the study plan scenarios at the superficial level, the most effective way to be successful is to master finer techniques that hasten the legal mind, analytical and mental acuity. Here are some advanced knowledge and the secrets that are not widely known and gets the students ready to face the challenging and unpredictable world of law entrance test  in 2026 with confidence.a

In-depth Research on Question Trends and Reproportions.

The best performing students do not only study the syllabus but also the changing trends in question types and weightages in a number of years. Indicatively, logical reasoning questions have in the recent years been more scenario based which means that they have to be applied but not through rote learning. Some parts of the course such as Legal Aptitude might tend to be more focused on understanding important judgments or recent amendments made to the Constitution, and not necessarily definitions and overarching concepts. Practicing such shifts such as becoming familiar with summary of judgment and commentaries on the law can increase accuracy in the areas of the law where most of them have failed.

Be Creative with Legal Summaries and Case Law Digests

Although most aspiring students are using textbooks, only a small number of the aspirants are using short legal digests and summary of cases to have a quick grasp of the intricate laws. These digests are in bullet point judgment, bring facts, legal issues, and rulings to the fore. Make these part of the daily study and build the mentality of a lawyer and increase the rate of comprehension- essential when you have a time constraint on the exam.

Learn to analyze what you read, not to read fast

The majority of students attempt to read more, whereas law exams are rewarding analytical reading, in which one understands the subtlety, constructs implications, and finds subtle facts in a short amount of time. This skill is developed through practising with law journals, legal articles or case analysis of Supreme Court cases. It also enhances comprehension questions in laws that require reasoning to answer but not grammar and vocabulary.

Backward Linking in Logical Reasoning.

Rather than focusing on reasoning questions linearly, train your mind to back-link them, i.e. start with the answer/choice and go backward to support/disaffirm your choice(s) using logic and deductions. This is the method employed by the expert test-takers and it saves them on time and makes the complex puzzles or arrangement questions more error-free.

Master Mental Math Shortcuts on QTA Section.

Although Quantitative Techniques are not very difficult, time constraints cause shortcuts to be inevitable. Study Indian-specific mental math tricks such as quick calculation of percentage of rupee amounts, simplifications to use on common law exam problems, and recognition of patterns in series of numbers. These hacks are time savers.

Balance Study Sessions and Legal Debates and Discussions

Take part in online or offline formal or informal debates and discussions about the law. This sharpens the argumentative skills, broadens the legal knowledge and improves your on-the-fly thinking. The entrance tests into law are progressively leaning towards students that are able to show coherence of thought and implementation beyond the textbook learning.

Mental Conditioning for Exam Day

Exam-day pressure can trigger mental blocks or simple mistakes. Simulate real exam conditions with timed full-length tests, sit in a similar environment, and avoid breaks to train your focus under stress. Mindfulness exercises tailored to high-stakes exams help maintain calm and mental clarity.

Passing in law entrance exams is no longer a matter of study through rote or time spent alone with textbooks. It involves an intelligent combination of tactical planning, thinking skills, and mind training which is specific to the changing pattern of exams. Through the use of the state-of-the-art techniques discussed in the following sections, including deep trend analysis, innovative application of legal digests, backward arguments, and legal arguments, students will be able to reinvent their preparation and become salient in a crowded world. These fresh perspectives provide the edge needed to turn aspirations into achievements in India’s premier law entrances in India.

The partnership aims to bring international mediation and resolution practices to the legal education process in India, exposing law students to international exposure and practical experience.

The MoU signing ceremony was addressed by the most important representatives of ADR-ODR International such as Mr. Rahim Shamji DDRS, Founder & CEO; Ms. Ruhi Thakkar, Director – Global Strategy & ADR Operations; Mr. Abhishek Duppala DDRS, Andhra Pradesh & Telangana Representative; and Mr. Harsh Singh, Global Training & Communications Executive. He added that these collaborations not only bridge the gap between academia and industry practice but also build future legal professionals with a culture of peace and constructive conflict resolution.

By this MoU, Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad, and ADR-ODR International will jointly host workshops, certification courses, and training courses on mediation, arbitration, and negotiation. Students will be exposed to international ADR practitioners, cross-border learning modules, and real-life simulations, making them capable of dealing with high-level legal disputes in domestic as well as overseas jurisdictions.

Professor (Dr.) B. S. Ragavan, Director, Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad, described the association's role in consonance with the institution's vision to produce ethically well-founded and internationally oriented legal professionals. He further stated that ADR was a fast-growing method of dispute resolution across the globe, and such agreements put students at the helm of such a revolution.

The MoU represents a significant step in the development of India's ADR system while equipping young lawyers with expertise that resonates with international standards. With controversies being more and more complicated, the association will usher in a generation of mediators and arbitrators who can redefine 21st-century justice delivery.

Virudhaka originated as an inter-college sports fest proposed by NLIU Bhopal to promote sportsman spirit and friendly competition among students from across India. The fest has grown in size, student participation, and events by leaps and bounds every year. This is also due in part to the efforts left behind by the university to spread the event within and outside the legal community.

 The festival also includes many events so that everyone has something to do. These contestants can engage in football, futsal, badminton, basketball, cricket, lawn tennis, bodybuilding, volleyball, chess, pool and snooker, table tennis, throwball, carrom, e-sports league, and sports mediation. This motley crowd of an event unites varied interests and skills, so it's a relaxed and fun event for all law students in India. Virudhaka began as an inter-college sports activity conducted by NLIU Bhopal with the purpose to instill sportsman spirit and friendly competition among Indian students. The event has increased immensely in size, participation, and type of activities over the years. The growth also attributes to the initiatives of the university in marketing the event outside and within the legal community. It is a success event owing to the dedication of NLIU students who organize all elements of the festival, ranging from planning and organization to marketing and execution. The faculty members also provide excellent guidance and maintain high standards. What began as a series of friendly intra-university games has evolved into one of the country's largest inter-collegiate sporting festivals. Far from being a competition, Virudhaka encourages camaraderie, fair play and unleashes the diverse talents of law students in the country. The festival is all about giving the best, creating bonds which would last an eternity and enjoying the centuries old culture of sportsman spirit. This year's VIRUDHAKA will raise the bar. In its fifteenth year, the festival expands in size and fervor. The competition finds its measure between competitive and communal, bringing together law students from across India. 

The festival is not merely about empowering students to grow in sports but also in teamwork, leadership, and event management. It provides avenues for students to grow in terms of perseverance, discipline and fault-finding, demonstrating the ways in which sports develop character more than book intelligence.

In a significant move to fill the gap between legal pedagogy and professional practice, Symbiosis Law School (SLS), Hyderabad signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tavish Law Offices on October 4, 2025. With the collaboration, it is hoping to provide students greater exposure to actual legal settings and inculcate in them the practical hands-on training they need under the evolving legal dispensation today.

The MoU was signed in the presence of Mr. Pratik V. Rajopadhye, Managing Partner, Tavish Law Offices. On the occasion, he remarked on the growing need for law students to receive practical exposure beyond college walls. "Legal education has to catch up with the profession. Our tie-up with Symbiosis Law School will allow students to understand how theory is applied," he added.

The project also aims to provide a formal platform for experiential learning through which students will get an interface with practicing lawyers, clients, and case files directly.

Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad officials said that the tie-up is in consonance with the school's vision of harmonizing academic excellence with professional aptitude. "We want our graduates not just to know law but industry-fit as well. Arrangements like this allow our students to better acclimatize to the changing needs of the legal profession," said the school.

The MoU also provides scope for bilateral seminars, legal research work, and knowledge transfer exercises between the two institutes. It would act as an exemplar for industry-academia collaboration in legal education.

This project is another step by Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad in providing wholistic learning experience reaffirming its commitment to the development of the future generation of capable and ethics-oriented legal professionals.

Intentionally, the workshop was designed to familiarize the students with Intellectual Property Law basics and its increasing significance in the new economy of innovation.

The workshop gave a comprehensive insight into the different types of Intellectual Property such as Trademarks, Patents, Copyrights, and Geographical Indications and how they protect creativity, enable innovation, and promote economic development. The students were also introduced to procedural and practical stages associated with filing, enforcement, and settlement of disputes in the context of IPR.

The session was conducted by eminent resource persons: Mr. K. Shravan Kumar Yadav, Senior Associate, Juris Prime Law Services, and Ms. Vishala Ande, Chairperson & Founder, VissLaw Chambers both of whom had deep experience and industry expertise to offer the discussion.

The experts presented outstanding real-life experiences of enforcement of Intellectual Property legislations, based on their professional expertise. They underlined the reality that the topic of IPR is evolving with technology advancement and globalization, and urged students to search for new frontiers in IP litigation, corporate counseling, patent search, and IP management.

The workshop was finalized with a live Question and Answer session, during which the students debated out the problems and trends in IPR, for instance, internet piracy as a problem, authorship in AI, and IP harmonization worldwide. The workshop was a rich platform for students to develop practical exposure, conceptual awareness, and know more about possible career avenues in the difficult domain of Intellectual Property Rights. These programs align with Symbiosis Law School, Hyderabad's mission of bringing academic study near actual practice in law, transforming its students into professional skills practitioners in the constantly changing field of law.