SLAT 2026: Exam Date (Dec 20, 28), Admit Card (Out), Pattern, Syllabus, Preparation

The SLAT 2026 exam is scheduled to be conducted on December 20 nad 28, 2025 and the conducting authority released the SLAT 2026 admit card on the official website on December 11, 2025, for Test 1. To download the admit card, candidates will have to log in to their registered accounts using their login credentials. Earlier, the application window for the SLAT exam closed on November 30, 2025. The candidates who will qualify for the SLAT exam 2026 will be invited for the PI round by the participating institutes - SLS Pune, SLS Noida, SLS Hyderabad, and SLS Nagpur. The direct link to the SLAT 2026 application form is attached below.

SLAT is conducted in Computer-Based Test mode and includes five sections: Logical Reasoning, Legal Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, and General Knowledge. The exam duration is 2 hours, and the total marks in SLAT are 60.

Symbiosis International (Deemed) University (SIU) is the conducting body of the SLAT exam. It also organises other exams such as SITEE, SNAP and SET- General. SIU is a multi-disciplinary university that provides multiple doctoral, postgraduate, undergraduate, diploma and certificate programmes across Law, Management, Computer Studies, Health Sciences, Media & Communication, Humanities & Social Sciences, Engineering and Architecture & Design. The varsity has been bestowed with the Category-I status by UGC, and an ‘A’ grade by NAAC. Established in 1971, SIU is a primer institute that constantly offers quality education, promotes innovations and contributes towards the development of the Nation.

Given below are the highlights associated with the SLAT 2025 exam. 

Provided below are the important dates for the SLAT 2026 exam:

SLS Pune Counselling Schedule

SLS Hyderabad Counselling Schedule

SLS Noida Counselling Schedule

SLS Nagpur Counselling Schedule

Aspirants can access the SLAT 2026 admit card online by logging into the SIU's examination portal for the Phase 1 exam on December 11, 2025. The admit card is required for participation in the examination. It will include information such as the exam centre's name, address, roll number, and the candidate's name, as well as exam instructions. Candidates should keep their SLAT admit card safe until the admission process is completed. During the paperwork verification process, they will be required to provide their SLAT admit card.

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Some of the important pointers regarding SLAT exam centres are as follows - 

• Once a candidate has paid for SLAT, no requests for test city changes will be considered. The test city is assigned according to the date of payment for the SLAT. The earlier the candidates paid, the better the chances of receiving their preferred Test City.
• It is recommended that candidates pick which examinations they want to take before registering, as test centre capacity is restricted in computer-based tests.
• The Admit Card will include the Test Center's name and address.
• While every effort will be taken to guarantee that the applicant receives the test city of his or her choice, in some unusual cases, a separate test city in a location nearby may be assigned.
• In the case that the requested city is unavailable for any reason, the Symbiosis Test Secretariat has the option to alter or allot a location other than the one selected by the candidate.
• Schedules and the nature / structure of the test may change due to unavoidable circumstances, and all tests may be conducted wholly online, entirely offline, or in a hybrid of both formats at the discretion of SIU.

Candidates will have the option to download their SLAT scorecards online by logging into the result portal. To get the SLAT results, they will need to enter a SET ID and password. The scorecard will include information such as the candidate's marks, rank, and qualification status. 

How to get the SLAT results?

• Visit the set-test.org, the official website of SET.
• Select the SLAT score card link and log in with the SET ID and password.
• The scorecard will appear on the screen.
• Get the scorecard and store it for future use.

Shortlisting and Selection Process for SLAT

Follow the details below to understand the shortlisting and selection process for SLAT -

Shortlisting for Personal Interaction and Writing Ability Test (PI-WAT) or Studio Test and Personal Interaction (ST-PI)

Applicants for PI-WAT / ST-PI will be selected based on their specific entrance test scores. For details and dates of PI-WAT / ST-PI, please visit the respective institute's website. To be able to apply to any UG programme, applicants must complete all PI-WAT / ST-PI components and tests. Only individuals who complete all components/tests of the selection process (PI-WAT / ST-PI) will be included for the generation of the merit / wait/reject list. 

The merit list will be determined by adjusting the entrance exam result to 50 marks and the PI-WAT scores. The category-specific cut-offs for the merit list and wait list will be posted on the relevant institutes' websites. 

The number of available seats will determine the movement of the waitlist. Please keep in mind that all enrollments are conditional and will be finalised upon payment of fees before the due date, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements of the particular programmes, and in compliance with the Symbiosis International rules (Deemed University).

The SLAT 2026 Application Form is issued at set-test.org. The SLAT application procedure comprises phases such as registration, application form completion, document uploading, and fee payment.

SLAT Application Process

Check the SLAT 2026 application process below:

Online Registration

Registration for SLAT is done through set-test.org. It allows the candidates to register online within the deadline provided. Candidates must check that the details they entered are correct. Under no circumstances will alterations be accepted after registration. Candidates are entirely responsible for providing accurate information during the application process. 

If any information given by the applicant when filling out / uploading the application form is proven to be false, SIU reserves the right to reject the application or enrollment at any point, following its laws and regulations. Any attempt to influence the Institute's administration or personnel, whether direct or indirect, shall result in the candidate's instant disqualification.

All correspondence with candidates will be handled solely through the official email address (info@set-test.org). 

Fee Payment

Applicants may make the SLAT application payment through -

• Billdesk Payment Gateway 
• EASEBUZZ Payment Gateway
• Indian Bank Payment Gateway 
• Demand Draft.

The SLAT entrance exam registration fee is Rs 1950 per test and is non-refundable and non-transferable.In addition, students must pay a non-refundable and non-transferable programme registration cost of Rs 1000 for each programme for which they want to apply.

SLAT is one of the most prominent law entrance tests and might be challenging to pass. Candidates should prioritise achieving a strong score over simply passing the exam and being invited to the WAT and PI stages. A high SLAT score increases candidates' chances of admission to their preferred Symbiosis schools. 

Tips for SLAT Subject-Wise Preparation

Check the subject-wise SLAT 2026 preparation tips below:

Preparation for the SLAT Analytical and Logical Reasoning

Each segment will contain 12 questions. Regular practice can help candidates prepare for these areas. They should concentrate on speed and precision when practising logical and analytical reasoning. Candidates can prepare for the SLAT logical and analytical reasoning section by working through previous year question papers and sample papers.

Preparation for the SLAT Legal Aptitude Section

Questions in this part will cover a wide range of legal issues, including constitutional law, polity, torts, contract law, and legal current events. Candidates should first focus on conceptual development and then practise mock tests to shape their preparation.

Preparation for the SLAT Reading Comprehension Section

This portion assesses the reading and analytical abilities of the aspirants. Candidates are quizzed on passage comprehension questions. They must attentively read the material and respond to the underlying questions. The questions could be about vocabulary, fill-in-the-blanks, grammar, antonyms and synonyms, and so on. Candidates might study a typical grammar book and a daily newspaper to prepare for this section. Reading articles and editorials is the best way to develop reading habits.

Preparation for the SLAT General Knowledge Section

In this segment, questions about general knowledge and current events will be asked. General knowledge questions in Class 12th are largely about history, geography, and politics. Current affairs questions can be posed about national and worldwide events, awards, sports, international issues, and other topics. 

Reading a reputable newspaper daily and a monthly current affairs journal/magazine will greatly assist candidates in preparing for current events. A standard book, such as Lucent GK, can be used to prepare general knowledge.

Candidates taking the SLAT exam should be familiar with the format of the test before beginning their preparations. The examination will be administered in a computer-based test format and taken online. There will be sixty questions, and each one will count for one point. In addition, there is no provision for negative marking. The following provides the detailed SLAT 2026 Exam Pattern in the table:

The SLAT syllabus must be followed by the candidates preparing for the exam. The SLAT curriculum consists of five sections: Reading Comprehension, Legal Reasoning, General Knowledge (both static GK and current events), Logical Reasoning, and Analytical Reasoning. Here is a breakdown of the questions based on the chapters.

SLAT Syllabus Section-Wise Distribution

Check the SLAT 2026 syllabus section distribution in the table below:

SLAT 2026 eligibility criteria define who can apply for the 5-year BA LLB and BBA LLB programmes offered by Symbiosis Law Schools. Candidates must satisfy educational qualifications, minimum marks, and other basic conditions to be considered for admission.​ Check the SLAT 2026 eligibility below:

SLAT 2026 Educational Eligibility

Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) or an equivalent examination from a recognised board. Students appearing in their Class 12 board exams in 2026 are also eligible to apply, provided they submit proof of passing at the time of admission.​

Minimum marks requirement to appear for SLAT 2026

General and OBC category candidates must secure at least 45% marks in aggregate in the qualifying examination. SC and ST candidates are given relaxation, with a minimum requirement of 40% marks in aggregate.​

SLAT 2026 Age limit and Nationality

There is no upper age limit prescribed for appearing in SLAT 2026. Both Indian nationals and eligible international/NRI candidates can apply, subject to Symbiosis International (Deemed University) rules for respective categories

SLAT is a law entrance exam designed to offer admission to the following courses: 

Find the details here -

Address: Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Lavale, Mulshi, Pune, Maharashtra, India, Pincode: 412115, Enquiry: + 91 20 28116200, + 91 20 28116208, Email: info@siu.edu.in, Fax: +91 20 28116206.