SLAT Exam Pattern 2026: Type of Questions, Exam Timings, Sectional Weightage & Exam Duration

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SLAT Exam Pattern 2026: Aspiring candidates of the exam must read about the SLAT exam pattern before starting their preparation. The SLAT exam is held in two phases, namely, SLAT Test 1 and SLAT Test 2. The exam will be held in computer-based mode. The detailed exam pattern for the entrance exam will be shared along with the notification on the official website. The SLAT 2026 will be conducted for the admissions to BA LLB (Hons.) and BBA LLB (Hons.) offered by SLS Pune and BA LLB and BBA LLB courses offered by SLS Nagpur, SLS Noida and SLS Hyderabad.

Q: Is there any sectional time limit to attempt questions in SLAT?

No, there is no sectional limit to the number of attempts at questions in the SLAT question paper. Candidates have 60 minutes to attempt 60 multiple choice questions in the SLAT exam. Thus, the average time that can be used by candidates to answer each exam question is 1 minute. It depends on the candidates how they want to manage their time to answer all the questions. Here, SLAT aspirants need to know that there is no negative marking scheme in the SLAT exam.

Q: Are questions asked from Mathematics in the SLAT exam?

Yes, questions from mathematics are asked in the SLAT exam. The difficulty level of the mathematics topic is up to Class 10. The number of these questions is less than the number of questions related to other subjects such as Reading Comprehension, Logical Reasoning, and General Knowledge. The main mathematics topics related to the SLAT syllabus include Algebra Percentage, Number System Profit, Loss and Discount, Time and Work, Speed, Time and Distance. Covering the Class 10 mathematics syllabus can help SLAT candidates solve mathematics related questions in the entrance exam.

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SLAT Exam Pattern Highlights 2026
SLAT Exam Pattern 2026 - Sectional Weightage
SLAT 2026 Difficulty Level
SLAT 2026 Components

SLAT Exam Pattern Highlights 2026

The key features of the SLAT exam are as under:

Exam Features	Details
Exam mode	Computer-based test mode / Online proctored
Exam level	National level exam
Test duration	60 minutes
Test medium	English
Subjects	Logical Reasoning Legal Reasoning Analytical Reasoning Reading Comprehension General Knowledge
Marking Scheme	1 mark is awarded for each correct answer No negative marking
Type of questions	Multiple choices questions
Total questions	60 questions
Total marks	60 marks

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Q: What is the difference between Logical Reasoning and Analytical Reasoning sections of SLAT?

In SLAT Logical reasoning and Analytical reasoning are two different sections that test different skills of candidates. Logical reasoning is the ability to identify patterns, relationships, and logical connections between different pieces of information. Thus, the Logical Reasoning section of the exam aims to assess the skills of candidates that help them identify patterns, relationships, and logical connections between different pieces of information. It also involves the ability to think critically and make inferences based on the given information. Analytical reasoning, on the other hand, is the ability to analyse complex situations and solve problems. It involves the ability to break down complex problems into smaller parts and identify the relationships between them. Thus, questions in the SLAT Logical Reasoning section are designed to test the ability of candidates to analyse complex situations and solve problems using their logical thinking abilities.

SLAT Exam Pattern 2026 - Sectional Weightage

The question paper of SLAT 2026 will be carrying five sections with weightage as under:

Sections	Questions per section	Marks per section
Logical Reasoning	12 questions	12 marks
Legal Reasoning	12 questions	12 marks
Analytical Reasoning	12 questions	12 marks
Reading Comprehension	12 questions	12 marks
General Knowledge	12 questions	12 marks
Total	60 questions	60 marks

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Q: Is SLAT harder than CLAT?

The difficulty level of the SLAT and CLAT exams varies depending on the strengths and weaknesses of candidates who take these entrance exams. These strengths and weaknesses are related to their level of expertise in the subjects in which questions are asked in SLAT and CLAT.

Although a general overview of the sectional difficulty can help aspirants understand which of the two law entrance exams is more difficult. The level of questions in the English and legal sections also varies. The English section of CLAT is more difficult. The GK section of SLAT is easier than CLAT. If you compare the number of applicants per seat, then CLAT is definitely tougher than SLAT.

As per an analysis of previous exam-related trends, in CLAT. Approximately 17 candidates compete for just one seat. If the candidates compare the seats, then CLAT is a little harder than SLAT. If you compare the syllabus, then the SLAT syllabus is easier than the CLAT syllabus.

SLAT 2026 Difficulty Level

The SLAT exam is expected to have the following difficulty level as per the previous year trends:

Section	Difficulty Level of Test 1	Difficulty Level of Test 2
Logical Reasoning	Easy	Easy to moderate
Legal Reasoning	Easy	Easy to moderate
Analytical Reasoning	Moderate	Easy to moderate
Reading Comprehension	Easy	Moderate
General Knowledge	Moderate to difficult	Moderate

SLAT 2026 Components

While discussing the exam pattern for SLAT 2026, candidates also need to know the components of the SLAT 2026 based on which they will be admitted to a Symbiosis Law School. SLAT components have been described below:

SLAT

The computer-based Symbiosis Law Admission Test, or SLAT, is the first component of the SLAT exam.
The full marks for SLAT are 60. But these marks are scaled up to 70.
Thus, the weightage of SLAT is 70.

SLAT PI

SLAT PI stands for SLAT Personal Interview, which is an interview that assesses candidates' aptitude and personality to pursue law education.
The weightage of SLAT PI is 30.

The combined scores of SLAT, Sand SLAT PI (70+30 = 100) are used for the SLAT selection process for admission to a 5-year LLB course.

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How many questions are asked in SLAT 2026 exam?

Answered a week ago

The SLAT exam will comprise a total of 60 questions which will be required to be answered in 60 minutes (1 hour). There will be five sections in SLAT 2026 exam and each section will have 12 questions. Candidates must practice previous year papers and sample papers to understand the structure of exam

Damini Aggarwal

Contributor-Level 10

I want to pursue LLM. Could anyone give me a list of all the entrance exams that I could appear for? I know about CLAT PG, AILET, SLAT only.

Answered a month ago

Please add these entrance exams also in your list for LLM.

MHCET Law LLM
LSAT LLM
AP PGLCET
CUET LLM for DU
SLS AIAT LLM
TISS LLM Exam
PU LLM Law
BHU PET Law

pradeep kumar

Scholar-Level 18

Is SLAT easier than CLAT?

Answered 2 months ago

Both the exams, SLAT & CLAT are based on the 10+2 level syllabus and candidates may find both the exams' difficulty on the same level. The syllabus for both the exam also stands on a similar page and the exams consist of questions from Logical and legal reasoning, analytical reasoning, reading compr

Damini Aggarwal

Contributor-Level 10

What is SLAT 2026 exam?

Answered 2 months ago

SLAT 2026 refers to the Symbiosis Law Admission Test which is conducted by the four SLSs (Symbiosis Law Schools) in India. The exam is conducted for admission to BA LLB, BBA LLB, BA LLB (Hons.), BBA LLB (Hons.) courses. Candidates seeking admission to these course can appear for the SLAT 2026 exam s

Damini Aggarwal

Contributor-Level 10

Does SLAT happen twice a year?

Answered 2 months ago

SLAT does not happen twice a year, but it takes place on two dates in the same session. Candidates have the option to appear in either or both. The best attempt from the two will be considered to prepare the merit list. SLAT 2026 exam will be held on:

Test 1	December 20, 2025
Test 2	December 28, 2025

Damini Aggarwal

Contributor-Level 10

When to register for SLAT 2026?

Answered 2 months ago

SLAT 2026 notification has been released and candidates can now register for the exam until November 30, 2025. The application will be filled online at the SIU official website. Aspiring candidates must fulfill the eligibility criteria before filling up the application form.

Damini Aggarwal

Contributor-Level 10

Is SLAT compulsory for admission at SLS Pune?

Answered 2 months ago

The requirement of SLAT varies course-wise. Candidates seeking admission in BA LLB (Hons) or BBA LLB (Hons) courses must have a valid SLAT score for admission. However, SLAT is not required for any other offered programmes. SIU conducts SLAT or Symbiosis Law Admission Test once in a year in computer

Nishtha Shukla

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