NLSAT Syllabus 2026: Check Subject/Section-wise Exam Syllabus & Important Topics
National Law School Admission Test 2026 ( NLSAT )
Registration - 15 Nov '25 - 23 Mar '26
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.
- NLSAT Syllabus 2026- Overview
- NLSAT 2026 Subjects
- NLSAT 2026 Syllabus - Part A
- NLSAT 2026 Syllabus - Part B
NLSAT Syllabus 2026- Overview
Candidates can check the details on the NLSAT 2026 Syllabus below
- Topics asked - English Comprehension, Current Affairs, Critical Reasoning (including logical reasoning and legal aptitude), and Analytical Ability
- No. of sections - The question paper will have two parts- Part A and Part B
- Duration of the exam - 2 hours 30 minutes
- Types of questions asked - Part A- Multiple-choice questions, Part B- Subjective type
- Number of questions - 75 questions in Part A and 11 questions in Part B
- Marking scheme - In Part A: 1 mark to be awarded for a correct answer; 0.25 marks will be deducted for an incorrect answer, In Part B: No negative marking
- Mode of exam - Offline
Commonly asked questions
Candidates who meet these eligibility criteria can apply for NLSAT 2026 Must hold a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Minimum 45% in the undergraduate for General. Minimum 40% in the UG for Schedule caste/ ST/OBC.
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
Commonly asked questions
The total score in NLSAT 2026 is 150 marks. Candidates must note that the marking scheme is divided in two parts. For first section it is 80 marks and for second one it is 70. There is no negative marking.
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 |
Commonly asked questions
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.
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 |
Commonly asked questions
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.
NLSAT Exam
Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 5 days ago
Hi.
No, it is not necessary to pass in individual sections of NLSAT.
How NLSAT Scoring Works
NLSAT is a composite score exam.
Your overall score (sum of marks across all sections) determines your rank.
Sections include:
English Comprehension
Logical Reasoning
Legal Reasoning
Current Affairs / GK
Elementary M
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Scholar-Level 18
Answered 5 days ago
Hi.
A “good score” in NLSAT depends on your target law school and the category you belong to (General, SC/ST, or other reserved categories).
Understanding NLSAT Scoring
Maximum marks: 150
Sections: English Comprehension, Current Affairs, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Mathematics, General Knowledg
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Scholar-Level 18
Answered 5 days ago
Hi.
Yes, you can fill the NLSAT Application Form 2026 on your mobile phone as long as you have an internet-connected browser (like Chrome, Safari, Firefox) on it. The application process is entirely online and there is no offline form to download and submit in person or by post.
Applying on Mobile: W
h
Scholar-Level 18
Answered 5 days ago
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.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 5 days ago
The NLSAT is conducted by the National Law School of India University (NLSIU) Bangalore to select candidates for 3-Year LL.B. (Hons.) programme and other courses like MPP & PhD. NLSAT is conducted once a year.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 5 days ago
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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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 5 days ago
No, you can not get admission in NLU Delhi through NLSAT score. You need to appear for AILET Exam to get into the NLU Delhi. Candidates must note that the exam is conducted once a year.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 5 days ago
No, the NLSAT Scorecard will not be sent by post. The only way to get the scorecard is to download it online. Candidates can visit NLSAT portal. Enter their login ID and password. The NLSAT Result will appear on their screen.
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 5 days ago
The NLSAT Result 2026 will be announced online. Since the admission process is completely online it will be published on NLSIU portal. Candidates can check by entering their login ID and password.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 5 days ago
The NLSAT Provisional Answer Key PDF will be released online. NLSAT Answer Key 2026 PDF is released in two phases. First NLSAT Provisional Answer Key and then the Final Answer Key.
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