NLSAT Analysis 2026 (Soon): Get Detailed Paper Analysis & Review

National Law School Admission Test 2026 ( NLSAT )

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NLSAT 2026 exam date

26 Apr '26

Nidhi Gupta
Updated on Apr 26, 2026 02:04 IST

By Nidhi Gupta, Deputy Manager

Overview

NLSAT exam analysis 2026 will be shared for the candidates who will appear for the NLSAT 2026 exam on April 26. The exam will be held from 10 AM to 12:30 PM. It is important to read the exam analysis as it talks about the difficulty level of the NLSAT question paper. The law entrance exam will be held in offline mode and will be of 150 marks. Read on to find out all about the NLSAT exam analysis in the upcoming sections. The exam analysis will be updated here after the exam concludes.

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Table of contents
  • NLSAT Exam Analysis 2026
  • NLSAT Exam Pattern 2026
  • NLSAT Exam Difficulty Level – Previous years (2025 to 2022)
  • NLSAT 2026 Good Attempt for Safe Score: Previous Year Trend Analysis
  • What after NLSAT Exam Analysis?
  • NLSAT Exam Analysis FAQs
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NLSAT Exam Analysis 2026

After the exam concludes at 12:30 PM, the NLSAT exam analysis will be provided in this section. Candidates can expect the exam to be of ‘Easy to Moderate’ difficulty level. It is because in the past as well, candidates who appeared for the exam have shared similar reviews of the 3-year LLB entrance exam.

Stay tuned to know all about the NLSAT exam analysis.  

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   When will the NLSAT answer key release?
A: 

The NLSAT answer key will be released by the conducting body within a week's time after the exam date. Candidates will first be able to access the provisional answer key, followed by the final one on the result day.  

Q:   What details are mentioned in NLSAT result?
A: 

Important details mentioned NLSAT 2026 result are

  • Name of candidate
  • Roll number, application number
  • Marks obtained by the candidate
  • All India rank and category rank
  • NRI
  • Candidates must note that the details mentioned on their NLSAT scorecard 2026 should be correct and incase of any discrepancy they are advised to contact the institute. 
Q:   Where can I check NLSAT Merit List 2026?
A: 

Candidates can check the merit list by visiting the NLSAT portal i.e. nls.ac.in. Since the admission process is completely online everything will be published on their portal.

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NLSAT Exam Pattern 2026

The NLSAT exam pattern includes questions of both types, such as objective (Part A) and subjective (Part B) types. The exam will be of 150-minute and will be conducted in a single shift. Read the table provided below to get complete details in a snapshot:

NLSAT Exam Pattern 

Part A (Objective)

Part B (Subjective)

Total Marks

75 Marks

75 Marks

Question Types

75 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs)

10 Short Answers + 1 Essay

Correct Answer

+1 Mark

Specific to question weightage

Incorrect Answer

-0.25 Marks

No Negative Marking

Candidates are advised to take a look at the sectional weightage of Part A and Part B, from which questions are provided in the NLSAT question paper:

Part 

Section

No. of Questions

Marks

Part A (Objective)

English Comprehension

25

25

 

Current Affairs

25

25

 

Critical Reasoning

25

25

Part B (Subjective)

Legal Reasoning

10

60

 

Analytical Ability

1

15

TOTAL

5 Sections

86 Questions

150 Marks

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is the NLSAT exam MCQ type?
A: 

The mode of examination is offline. As per the pattern the exam will be conducted in two parts. The part A of the exam will carry objective questions while second part will have subjective based questions. Yes, the NLSAT exam question paper will be in offline mode. It will be MCQ based. It will be conducted in two parts. The first section will be of objective type and second part will be of subjective type.

Q:   How many NLSAT preparation books are required to crack the test?
A: 

You can refer to any book you want there is no restrictions on it. The focus should be on quality preparation. You should solve old question papers and take lots of practise tests in addition to consulting the well known literature.

Q:   Is NLSAT online or offline?
A: 

The mode of examination is offline. As per the pattern the exam will be conducted in two parts. The part A of the exam will carry objective questions while second part will have subjective based questions. 

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NLSAT Exam Difficulty Level – Previous years (2025 to 2022)

Find out the NLSAT exam difficulty level in the table provided below for the last three years:

Year 

Part A Difficulty 

Part B Difficulty

2025

Easy

Easy to Moderate

2024

Difficult

Moderate

2023

Moderate to Difficult

Difficult

2022

Moderate

Moderate to Easy

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How many hours should I study to crack NLSAT Exam?
A: 

If you have enrolled in a coaching centre and already preparing for entrance exams then it is enough to crack NLSAT. For self-preparation, you need to have at least 1-1.5 months time which will be available as the NLSAT test comes at last only.
You need to keep an eye on the complete syllabus and practice as many problems as you can with the time limit as NLSAT requires speed and accuracy.

Q:   Is there negative marking in NLSAT Exam?
A: 

Yes, the NLSAT exam has negative marking of -0.25 marks for wrong attempt. Unanswered questions have no negative marking. Candidates must select questions to solve very carefully in the NLSAT exam. They should solve only those questions which they know they can solve accurately.

  • For every correct answer, candidates are awarded one mark

  • For every wrong attempt, 0.25 marks are deducted from their total score 

  • No marks are awarded or deducted for questions not left un-attempted

Q:   How can I prepare for NLSAT 2026?
A: 

Candidates were advised to prepare for NLSAT 2026 by following the simple steps given below:

  • Make a monthly and weekly timetable and keep the syllabus handy
  • Do not leave any topic, make sure you cover all the topics. Do try and finish on time so you have enough time for revision
  • Pratice as many as mock tests possible. Practice the tests frequently and analyze it to recognize your weak and strong areas. This will help you to know which topic requires work.
  • While attempting the question, try not make any assumption. Even on NLSAT 2026 Exam day, do not assume, as for every in
  • Do not make assumptions while attempting the questions in actual NLSAT as for every incorrect answer, 0.25 marks will be deducted.
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NLSAT 2026 Good Attempt for Safe Score: Previous Year Trend Analysis

Candidates are advised to read the good attempts in the exam to understand how many questions they should attempt to achieve a safe score in the exam. Find out the analysis of this data from 2025 to 2022 and know the exam expectations for admission this year:

Year 

Safe Score (Out of 150)

2025

98–102

2024

90–95

2023

88–92

2022

86–90

 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What details are required to download the NLSAT answer key?
A: 

Candidates can download the NLSAT answer 2026 key in the following way: Visit nls.ac.in Click on NLSAT answer key link present on the official website. View, download and save the answer key and question paper PDF. Link to download NLSAT answer key will be provided here.

Q:   NLSAT Answer Key will be released online or offline?
A: 

Candidates must note that the NLSAT 2026 Admission Process is completely online. The NLSIU Bengaluru will release the NLSAT Answer Key online. Candidates will be able to calculate their score based on the NLSAT Answer Key. 

Q:   In which language can I give NLSAT exam?
A: 

The NLSAT Exam will be held in English. All questions and instructions will be in same language so you are expected to know the language effectively to answer the questions.

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What after NLSAT Exam Analysis?

NLSIU will release the answer key for the candidates on the official website. Thereafter, a challenge window will open, inviting the candidates to raise objections. After evaluating the answers/objections, a final NLSAT 2026 answer key will be released. The NLSAT answer key and NLSAT result declaration dates have not been released yet.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is NLSAT 2026 Exam Date?
A: 

NLSAT Exam 2026 will be held on April 26. It will be held in offline mode. The exam is in pen and paper mode. It will be conducted for 2 hour 30 minutes.The total marks is 150.

Q:   What is the NLSAT 2026 application fee?
A: 

Candidates can pay the NLSAT 2026 Application Fee on or before the last date. NLSAT 2026 Application Form can be filled by visiting the official website; i.e. admissions.nls.ac.in. The application fee payable for the three-year LLB course of NLSIU admissions was as under:

CategoryNLSAT 2026 Application Fee (in INR)
General categoryINR 2,500
SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PWD/EWSINR 2,000
Q:   When will the admit card for NLSAT be issued?
A: 

NLSAT 2026 Exam Date has been released for the candidates who successfully applied for the exam. Candidates can download their hall ticket from the official website. They can login with Username and Password as registered to access the admit card. 

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NLSAT Exam Analysis FAQs

Read all the FAQs related to the NLSAT exam analysis here: 

Q:   How many hours should I study to crack NLSAT Exam?
A: 

If you have enrolled in a coaching centre and already preparing for entrance exams then it is enough to crack NLSAT. For self-preparation, you need to have at least 1-1.5 months time which will be available as the NLSAT test comes at last only.
You need to keep an eye on the complete syllabus and practice as many problems as you can with the time limit as NLSAT requires speed and accuracy.

Q:   What to do if there are discrepancy on my NLSAT Admit Card?
A: 

Candidates must reach out to the NLSIU to get the error corrected. If the details mentioned on your admit card are not correctyou will not be allowed to enter the exam hall.

Q:   I forgot to submit NLSAT 2026 Application Fees. What should I do?
A: 

Even with all the right documents, if you have not paid the application fee, your application form will be rejected. Since the application process cannot complete without submiting the fees. Once the window closes you won't be able to pay the fees or re fill the form. 

Q:   How many NLSAT preparation books are required to crack the test?
A: 

You can refer to any book you want there is no restrictions on it. The focus should be on quality preparation. You should solve old question papers and take lots of practise tests in addition to consulting the well known literature.

Q:   How many times NLSAT 2026 is conducted?
A: 

The NLSAT exam is conducted once a year to grant admission to courses such as LLB, BA, and Ph.D. This year, the Law entrance exam will be held on April 26, 2026. It is your gateway to pursue a legal career from NLSIU Bengaluru. 

Q:   Where can I check NLSAT 2026 Syllabus?
A: 

The NLSAT syllabus can be checked as follows:

  • Visit nls.ac.in
  • Click on the Admission tab
  • Choose the course for which you want to appear in the exam
  • On the particular course page, syllabus details can be seen
Q:   What is the official website for NLSAT?
A: 

You can get all important information regarding the exam on nls.ac.in. You should not forget the login id and password as it will be required for admission process.

Q:   What is the total score in NLSAT?
A: 

The NLSAT Exam is for 150 marks. It is divided into two parts. First exam will be conducted for 80 makrs and then for 70 marks.

Q:   Is 'Legal Aptitude' section removed from the NLSAT question paper?
A: 

As per the NLSAT exam pattern released by the NLSIU, Legal Reasoning remains a part of the question paper along with Quantitative Techniques, English Current Affairs including General Knowledge and Logical Reasoning. If the exam authority decides to remove any of the sections, then it will inform the candidates in admission notification itself, so that candidates can prepare for the exam accordingly. 

Q:   Is NLSAT online or offline?
A: 

The mode of examination is offline. As per the pattern the exam will be conducted in two parts. The part A of the exam will carry objective questions while second part will have subjective based questions. 

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Answered a month ago

The NLSAT answer key will be released by the conducting body within a week's time after the exam date. Candidates will first be able to access the provisional answer key, followed by the final one on the result day.  

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Nishtha Kumar

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

The NLSAT 2026 Application Form was available till March 30, 2026 after the deadline was extended by the conducting body, NLSIU, Bengaluru. Candidates will have to fill out the form in online mode. 

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Saumya Bhandari

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

The NLSAT syllabus can be checked as follows:

  • Visit nls.ac.in
  • Click on the Admission tab
  • Choose the course for which you want to appear in the exam
  • On the particular course page, syllabus details can be seen

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Aishwarya Pathak

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

The NLSAT exam is conducted once a year to grant admission to courses such as LLB, BA, and Ph.D. This year, the Law entrance exam will be held on April 26, 2026. It is your gateway to pursue a legal career from NLSIU Bengaluru. 

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Nishtha Nishtha

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

Yes, the NLSAT-PhD registrations 2026 are still open for National Law School of India University, Bangalore PhD admissions. The registrations are scheduled to stay open until March 23, 2026. Candidates can apply until 11:59 pm on the aforementioned date to appear for the NLSAT-PhD 2026.

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Saurabh Khanduri

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

Yes, NLSAT-PhD is a mandatory entrance exam for all candidates applying for the National Law School of India University, Bangalore PhD course. Before registering for the NLSAT-PhD, candidates should ensure their compliance with the set eligibility criteria. The registrations are done on the website

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Saurabh Khanduri

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

The NLSAT-BA is scheduled to take place on April 26th for National Law School of India University, Bangalore BA (hons) admissions in 2026.

The aforementioned entrance exam is scheduled to take place between 10 am and 12:30 am across all centres within India on the aforementioned date.

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Saurabh Khanduri

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

NLSAT 2026 will be held offline in pen-paper based test mode. The NLSAT 2026 exam pattern is provided by the exam authority so that candidates can prepare for the entrance exam well in advance.

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Mohit Dhawan

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 months ago

NMIMS LAT is conducted in two phases once a year in online mode. Candidates who score above the cut-off marks can get admission to the 5-year integrated BA LLB and BBA LLB programme.

 

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Anupama Mehra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

Candidates must note that the NLSAT Application Process is completely online. There is no such provision to fill the NLSAT Application Form in offline mode. 

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Mohit Dhawan

Contributor-Level 8

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