What is a Good Score in SLAT ?

Debanjalee Sen

Updated On: November 19, 2025 03:12 PM

The candidates willing to appear for SLAT 2026 should aim to get good scores to secure their seats. A good score in SLAT 2026 will be between 44 to 48. Get to know more about the exam and its cutoff below.

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Good Score in SLAT 2026

The SLAT 2026 application process started on August 1 and will continue until November 30, 2025. Before appearing for SLAT, students should get an idea of what is a good score in SLAT 2026. This will help the students prepare well for the entrance exam and get a good score in the SLAT. As per the schedule released by Symbiosis International (Deemed) University (SIU), SLAT 2026 will be conducted on December 20 and 28, 2025.

The SLAT cutoff is a minimum score that a candidate must achieve to be admitted to Symbiosis International University’s BBA LL.B (Hons.) course and BA LL.B (Hons.) course . The SLAT participating institutes will release individual cutoffs. An approximate figure of 9 - 10 per section can be considered a good score in the SLAT 2026 (Symbiosis Law Admission Test), keeping in mind the difficulty level of the question paper and the number of questions that students could attempt. In this article, we will walk you through the factors that determine a good score in SLAT, along with the previous year's cutoff trends of the exam. Students who have taken the exam can find all the relevant details and the institute-wise expected cutoff of SLAT 2026.

Factors Determining a Good Score in SLAT 2026

The factors that determine a good score in SLAT 2026 have been discussed below.

  • The number of test-takers impacts the determination of a good SLAT score. As the number of seats is fixed, when the number of applicants rises, the competition increases with an increased cutoff score.
  • For individual Symbiosis Law Schools, the cutoff marks will differ for different schools.
  • The candidate can apply to more colleges to improve their prospects.
  • SLAT cutoff scores are issued in three rounds, where candidates are contacted separately after each round.
  • With increased competition, the average score for SLAT 2026 will increase if the number of candidates performing well increases.
  • The previous years’ cutoff will also affect the good score of SLAT 2026.

Good Score in SLAT 2026

Candidates will get 60 minutes to answer 60 questions each of one mark. We have discussed below what can be a good score in SLAT 2026 for different sections. These estimated scores will give the students a fair grip on the upcoming SLAT examination.

SLAT Sections

Number of Questions

Expected Good Score

General Knowledge

12

8 - 9

Logical Reasoning

12

9 - 10

Analytical Reasoning

12

9 - 10

Legal Reasoning

12

9 - 10

Reading Comprehension

12

9 - 10

SLAT 2026 Expected Cutoff

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Before appearing for SLAT 2026, students should have an idea of the expected cutoff scores. The cutoff analysis at different Symbiosis Law Schools will also help candidates in determining their selection into the participating institutes in which they intend to study. After the release of the SLAT results, the cutoff score will be provided. Symbiosis Law School Pune and Symbiosis Law School Noida are the two top law schools of SIU, so the cutoff of these two law schools will be higher. Aspirants must go through the table, which is prepared based on the previous years' cutoff trends, to get an idea of a good score in SLAT 2026.

SLAT 2026 Test 1 Expected Cutoff

Symbiosis International University

Expected SLAT Cutoff 2026

SLS Pune

44+

SLS Noida

42+

SLS Hyderabad

41+

SLS Nagpur

40+

SLAT 2026 Test 2 Expected Cutoff

Symbiosis International University

Expected SLAT Cutoff 2026

SLS Pune

To be Notified

SLS Noida

To be Notified

SLS Hyderabad

To be Notified

SLS Nagpur

To be Notified

Also Read: SLAT 2025 Participating Colleges

SLAT 2026  Dates

Take a look at the important dates of SLAT 2025 from the tables below:

Events

Dates

Beginning of SLAT 2026 Registration

August 1, 2025

Last Date for SLAT 2026 Application

November 30, 2025

SLAT 2026 Exam

December 20 and 28, 2025

SLAT 2026 Result

January 15, 2025

SLAT 2026 Counselling Process

The SLAT 2026 counselling process commences after the authorities declare the results. The counselling schedule is made available for each participating college on their official website separately. Following that, candidates are shortlisted for the further rounds of selection: the Personal Interaction round (PI) and the Writing Ability Test round (WAT). The SLAT counselling dates can vary for different colleges. Candidates with a good score in SLAT 2026 will be called to participate in the counselling process.

Check out the SLAT 2026 counselling dates below:

SLS Pune Counselling Schedule

SLAT 2026 Online PI

TBA

SLAT 2026 1st Merit List

TBA

Admission Last Date for 1st Merit List Candidates

TBA

SLAT 2026 2nd Merit List

TBA

Admission Last Date for 2nd Merit List Candidates

TBA

SLAT 2026 3rd Merit List (depending on seat availability)

TBA

Admission Last Date for 3rd Merit List Candidates

TBA

Classes Commence

TBA

SLS Noida Counselling Schedule

SLAT 2026 Online PI

TBA

SLAT 2026 1st Merit List

TBA

SLAT 2026 2nd Merit List

TBA

SLAT 2026 3rd Merit List (if declared)

TBA

Classes Commence

TBA

SLS Hyderabad Counselling Schedule

SLAT 2026 Online PI

TBA

SLAT 2026 1st Merit List

TBA

SLAT 2026 2nd Merit List

TBA

SLAT 2026 3rd Merit List (if declared)

TBA

Classes Commence

TBA

SLS Nagpur Counselling Schedule

SLAT 2026 Online PI

TBA

SLAT 2026 1st Merit List

TBA

Admission Last Date for 1st Merit List Candidates

TBA

SLAT 2026 2nd Merit List

TBA

Admission Last Date for 2nd Merit List Candidates

TBA

SLAT 2026 3rd Merit List

TBA

Admission Last Date for 3rd Merit List Candidates

TBA

Classes Commence

TBA

SLAT 2026 Seat Division

Varied programs in the Symbiosis Law Schools under SIU have different seat divisions. For SLAT 2026, the Symbiosis Law School is offering a total of 1080 seats. 300 seats are individually offered by SLS Pune and SLS Noida, and on the other hand, 240 seats each are offered by SLS Hyderabad and SLS Nagpur for the undergraduate integrated law courses. The exam authority will release separate merit lists for BA LL.B (Hons.) and BBA LL.B (Hons.) courses. Get here the detailed seat matrix for SLAT 2026 from the table provided below.

Name of college

Law courses

No. of available seats

Total Seats

SLS Pune

BBA LL.B (Hons.)

BA LL.B (Hons.)

180

120

300

SLS Hyderabad

BA LL.B

BBA LL.B

120

120

240

SLS Noida

BBA LL.B

BA LL.B

180

120

300

SLS Nagpur

BA LL.B

BBA LL.B

120

120

240

Total Seat

1080

Previous Year Cutoff Trends of SLAT

As mentioned above, the previous years’ cutoff trends of SLAT can give the aspirants a sneak peek to understand how much they need to score to get admission to their dream college.

SLAT 2023 Test 1 Cutoff

Symbiosis Law Schools (SLS)

Cutoff 2023

Symbiosis Law School Pune

48

Symbiosis Law School Noida

42

Symbiosis Law School Hyderabad

34

Symbiosis Law School Nagpur

31

SLAT 2023 Test 2 Cutoff

Symbiosis Law Schools (SLS)

Cutoff 2023

Symbiosis Law School Pune

45 - 46

Symbiosis Law School Noida

39 - 40

Symbiosis Law School Hyderabad

31 - 32

Symbiosis Law School Nagpur

28 - 29

SLAT 2019 Cutoff

The below table with the SLAT 2019 cutoffs will help applicants have a better grasp of the admission requirements.

College

SLAT 2019 BA LLB Cutoff

SLAT 2019 BBA LLB Cutoff

SLS Pune

100

94

SLS Noida

92

86

SLS Hyderabad

80

76

SLS Nagpur

75

70

SLAT 2018 Cutoff for SLS Pune

Find here the SLAT 2018 cutoff for SLS Pune for the two integrated LL.B courses:

BA LLB

Categories of the Candidates

BA LLB Cutoffs

BBA LLB Cutoffs

General Category

108

97

SC Category

38

32

ST Category

1

1

Kashmiri Migrants

26

58

Differently Abled

47

52

Wards of Defense Personnel (Serving & Retired)

94

70

SLAT 2017 Cutoff for PI WAT for SLS Pune

Mentioned in the table is the SLAT 2017 cutoff for PI WAT for SLS Pune:

Categories of the Candidates

BBA LLB

BA LLB

General Candidates

87

96

SC Candidates

43

27

ST Candidates

30

33

Persons with Disability (PwD)

58

37

Defence Candidates

64

84

Kashmiri Migrants

51

53

SLAT 2017 Cutoff for PI WAT for SLS Noida

Find below the SLAT 2017 cutoff for PI WAT for SLS Noida:

Categories of the Candidates

BBA LLB

BA LLB

General Candidates

81

93

SC Candidates

45

31

ST Candidates

30

52

Kashmiri Migrants

51

60

Persons with Disability (PwD)

58

47

Also Read: SLAT 2026 Preparation Strategy & Study Plan

To wrap it up, the law profession offers immense potential to have a fulfilling career. There are multiple job opportunities after law at private firms as well as public enterprises. When aspirants seek to join one of the best law colleges in India, such as Symbiosis Law Colleges, it is always advised to keep track of the recent developments in the SLAT examination.

Stay tuned to CollegeDekho for more updates and current information on SLAT 2026.

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FAQs

What is a good score in the SLAT 2025 exam?

Based on last year's SLAT results, find the average figures in the table below which the students needed to achieve a good score in SLAT 2025. For GK a good score of 8-9, a score of 9-10 for logical reasoning, analytical reasoning, comprehension and legal reasoning section is expected.

How was the previous year’s SLAT question?

From each section such as Logical Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning, Legal Reasoning, General Knowledge, and Reading Comprehension 12 MCQ-based questions were asked. The questions were easy to moderate. Each question is of one mark, and there is no negative marking.

How many seats will be provided for SLAT 2025 in SLS Hyderabad and SLS Nagpur?

Each SLS Hyderabad and SLS Nagpur are providing 240 seats for SLAT 2025. 

Will the SLAT 2025 cutoff marks differ in different Symbiosis Law Schools?

As per the policies of the individual Symbiosis Law Schools, the SLAT 2025 cutoff marks will differ for different schools.

When will the SLAT 2025 cutoff be released?

The SLAT 2025 cutoff analysis will also help candidates in determining their selection into the participating institutes in which they intend to study. After the release of the SLAT result, the cutoff score will be provided. SLS Pune and SLS Noida are the two top law schools of SIU, so candidates should aim to score around 48-50 to increase their chances into the SLS.

How many seats are available in SLS Pune and SLS Noida for SLAT 2025?

For SLS Pune and SLS Noida, a total of 300 seats are available for SLAT 2025. 180 seats for BBA LL.B (Hons.) and 120 seats for BA LL.B (Hons.) are available.

What factors determine the SLAT 2025 cutoff?

The factors determining the SLAT 2025 cutoff are the number of seats available in the law school, the number of seats offered by the Symbiosis Law School, the difficulty level of SLAT 2025 and the number of candidates appearing for the exam.

What will happen in the SLAT 2025 counselling process?

The SLAT 2025 counselling process commences after the authorities declare the results. The counselling schedule is made available for each participating college on the official website. Following that, candidates are shortlisted for the further rounds of selection, the Personal Interaction round (PI) and the Writing Ability Test round (WAT).

When will SLAT 2025 be conducted?

The SLAT 2025 exam will be conducted on December 13 and 15, 2024. The exam is conducted by Symbiosis International University once a year. A total of 1080 seats are offered for candidates who want to study law at one of the SLS.

What are the eligibility criteria for the SLAT 2025 exam?

Candidates are required to have completed the final exams of class 12th from either a recognized national or state board of education. Those belonging to the general category should secure an aggregate of either 45% or more in the class 12th board exam. Candidates falling under the SC/ ST category are provided with a relaxation of 5%.

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