Last Verified: 2026-03-01 from official conducting body notifications.
Official Overview & Examination Scope
Purpose, Scope & Academic Impact
SLAT is conducted by Symbiosis International for admissions to its flagship Symbiosis Law School (SLS Pune, ranked among India's top law faculties) and campuses in Noida, Hyderabad, and Nagpur. Admission is based on a 70:30 composite formula combining SLAT score and Personal Interaction (PI) / Written Ability Test (WAT).
Eligibility Criteria & Academic Qualifications
Exam Pattern & Test Structure
Total: 60 Marks| Section / Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Logical Reasoning | 12 Questions | 12 Marks | 60 Mins (Integrated) |
| Legal Reasoning | 12 Questions | 12 Marks | 60 Mins (Integrated) |
| Analytical Reasoning | 12 Questions | 12 Marks | 60 Mins (Integrated) |
| Reading Comprehension | 12 Questions | 12 Marks | 60 Mins (Integrated) |
| General Knowledge | 12 Questions | 12 Marks | 60 Mins (Integrated) |
+1 mark for correct response, zero negative marking. Total 60 questions for 60 marks.
Negative Marking Rule: No negative marking
Recommended Preparation Roadmap & Strategy
Cutoff Trends & Score Benchmark
Score above 46-50 out of 60 guarantees shortlisting for SLS Pune PI/WAT round.
Participating Institutes / Career Pathways
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there negative marking in SLAT?
No, SLAT has no negative marking for incorrect answers.
Can I take both Test 1 and Test 2 of SLAT?
Yes, candidates can appear in both sessions. The higher score of the two tests will be considered for final merit ranking.
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