NLSAT Syllabus 2026: Check Subject/Section-wise Exam Syllabus & Important Topics

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Updated on Jul 30, 2025 12:43 IST

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NLSAT 2026 Syllabus mentions topics for all subjects asked in Part A and Part B of the question paper. NLSIU Bangalore only shares the subjects for NLSAT, and not the detailed topics of all subjects. However, candidates can find the topics for all subjects of NLSAT question paper to get an understanding of the exam. Know here all about NLSAT 2026 syllabus for Part A and Part B of the entrance exam as mentioned on this page below.

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  • NLSAT 2026 Subjects
  • NLSAT 2026 Syllabus - Part A
  • NLSAT 2026 Syllabus - Part B
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NLSAT 2026 Subjects

The main subjects are as under:

English- 25 marks
Current Affairs - 25 marks
Critical Reasoning - 25 marks
Legal Aptitude and Reasoning - 60 marks
Analytics Ability - 15 marks

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NLSAT 2026 Syllabus - Part A

The topics for all subjects of NLSAT LLB Part A are as under:

Subjects

Topics

Questions per section

English Comprehension

Grammar and comprehension, Proverbs, Synonyms and Antonyms, Substitute with one word, Correction of sentences and words, Spelling check

25 questions 

Current Affairs

Current affairs of national and international importance, History, Political Science, Economics and Environment, and Legal sphere

25 questions 

Critical Reasoning (including logical reasoning and legal aptitude)

Legal maxims, landmark case laws, Number Systems, Percentage & Average, Time Speed and Distance, Profit Loss, Areas Mensuration, Venn Diagrams, People Work and Time, Probability, Sets, Missing Numbers & Series, Blood Relations, Statistics, and Graphs

25 questions 

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

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NLSAT 2026 Syllabus - Part B

The topics for all sections of NLSAT LLB Part B are as under:

Subjects

Topics

Questions per section

Legal Aptitude and Reasoning 

Legal propositions, Legal Maxims, Bare Acts of the Indian Constitution, Precendent Case Laws

10 questions 

Analytical Ability

1 essay question based on analytical and interpretation skills

1 essay based question 

 

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Q:   How can I prepare for NLSAT 2026?
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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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