The National Law University, Delhi (NLU Delhi) has released the AILET 2026 cut-off ranks for candidates belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category as part of the ongoing counselling and merit list process. The cut-off indicates the closing rank under the SC reservation in each round of seat allotment for both BA LLB (Hons.) and LLM programmes.
Round-wise SC Cut Off Ranks for AILET 2026
The round-wise closing ranks for the SC category in AILET 2026 counselling are as follows:
AILET 2026 Round 3 SC Category (Closing Rank)
- BA LLB (Hons.): SC closing rank at 1602
- SC – Women (BA LLB): SC women closing rank at 1726
- LLM: SC closing rank at 287
These ranks reflect the last candidate admitted under the SC reservation for each programme during the respective counselling round. The presence of a women-specific line in BA LLB counselling indicates separate allotments under that sub-reservation category.
Previous Year SC Cut-Off Trends
Historical cut-off trends offer context on how the SC cut-off has moved over recent years:
- AILET 2025 SC Cut-Off: Closing ranks ranged between 1288 and 1400 in different rounds.
- AILET 2024 SC Cut-Off: Closing ranks were higher, reaching above 1559 in earlier rounds.
These figures show the competitiveness in the SC category and how closing ranks may vary year to year depending on exam performance, number of applicants, and seat availability.
What AILET SC Cut-Off Means for Aspirants?
The cut-off rank for the SC category represents the rank of the last candidate admitted to the programme in that counselling round. Candidates whose rank is equal to or better than the closing rank for their category can generally expect a seat allotment, provided all other eligibility conditions are met.
SC aspirants should note:
- A lower closing rank (numerically) generally indicates higher competition.
- Results and cut-off information are updated round-wise as counselling progresses.
- Cut-offs can differ significantly between BA LLB and LLM programmes due to different seat matrices and demand.
How to Check Official AILET SC Cut-Off?
Candidates can access the official SC cut-off ranks from the AILET-related notifications and merit lists published on the National Law University Delhi’s official portal. Steps typically include:
- Visit the official NLU Delhi website.
- Navigate to the AILET counselling/merit list section.
- Select the relevant round and programme (BA LLB or LLM).
- View or download the PDF containing category-wise closing ranks.
Tips for AILET SC Category Aspirants
For AILET SC candidates aiming for better admission outcomes:
- Review the closing rank trends from earlier years to set realistic expectations.
- Prepare required documents and verification proofs ahead of counselling deadlines. (Based on general counselling procedures)
Stay updated with official notifications for round-wise allotments and subsequent lists.