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

Registration - 15 Nov '25 - 23 Mar '26

Updated on Nov 29, 2025 16:50 IST

By Swayam Gupta, Associate Senior Executive

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.

Table of contents

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

Q: Who can apply for NLSAT Exam 2026?

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

Q: What is the total score in NLSAT?

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

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

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

Commonly asked questions

Q: How can I prepare for NLSAT 2026?

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.