The Symbiosis International (Deemed University) has officially announced the schedule for the Symbiosis Law Admission Test (SLAT) 2027. As the primary gateway for admission into the prestigious Symbiosis Law Schools (SLS) located in Pune, Noida, Hyderabad, and Nagpur, SLAT is highly competitive.
Whether you are aiming for a B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) or B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) degree, passing this exam is your first step. Below is a comprehensive breakdown of the SLAT 2027 exam dates, eligibility criteria, test structure, and application process to help you streamline your preparation.
SLAT 2027 Important Dates
SLAT 2027 will be conducted in two phases via Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode across 62 cities in India. Candidates have the option to appear for both tests, with the higher score being considered for the final percentile calculation.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| SLAT 2027 Registration Begins | August 21, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fees | December 4, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release (Phase 1) | December 11, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release (Phase 2) | December 18, 2026 |
| SLAT 2027 Phase 1 Exam | December 19, 2026 |
| SLAT 2027 Phase 2 Exam | December 26, 2026 |
| SLAT 2027 Result Declaration | January 12, 2027 |
SLAT 2027 Eligibility Criteria
Before beginning the application process, ensure you meet the official academic and age qualifications for SLAT 2027:
- Academic Qualification: Candidates must have successfully passed their Class 12 (or equivalent) examination from a recognized board. Students currently appearing for their Class 12 final exams are also eligible to apply provisionally.
- Minimum Marks Requirement: General and OBC category candidates must secure at least 45% marks in their qualifying exam. The minimum requirement for SC/ST candidates is 40%.
- Age Limit: There is no upper age limit to apply for the SLAT exam.
SLAT 2027 Exam Pattern
The SLAT exam focuses on speed and accuracy. It features a straightforward pattern with no penalty for guessing.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Online Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Duration | 60 minutes |
| Total Questions | 60 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Total Marks | 60 Marks |
| Marking Scheme | +1 for every correct answer |
| Negative Marking | No negative marking |
SLAT 2027 Test Structure & Syllabus Breakdown
The SLAT 2027 question paper is evenly divided across five mandatory sections:
| Pattern | No of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Logical Reasoning | 12 | 12 |
| Legal Reasoning | 12 | 12 |
| Analytical Reasoning | 12 | 12 |
| Reading Comprehension | 12 | 12 |
| General Knowledge | 12 | 12 |
| Total | 60 | 60 |
- Logical Reasoning : Tests pattern recognition, syllogisms, and logical deductions.
- Legal Reasoning : Focuses on basic legal principles, Constitution of India, Law of Torts, contracts, and legal current affairs.
- Analytical Reasoning : Covers basic mathematics, algebra, percentages, time and distance, and puzzle-solving.
- Reading Comprehension: Passage-based questions designed to test reading speed, vocabulary, and inference skills.
- General Knowledge: Current affairs, static GK, and awareness of global and national events.
SLAT 2027 – Reservation Policy
| Reservation Category | Reservation in Percentage |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 15 % |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7.5 % |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | 3 % |
| Children/ wards of Defence Personnel | 5 % {for SLS, Pune: Applicable only for B.A. LL.B. (Honours)and B.B.A. LL.B. (Honours) programme} |
Note:
- Candidates applying for any of the above-mentioned categories will be required to upload their relevant supporting documents at the time of registration and the same will be verified at the time of PI.
- Candidates applying under the category “Children/wards of Defence Personnel” in SLS, Pune will be considered as candidates in OPEN Category for other institutes for which they have applied.
SLAT 2027 Test Cities
SLAT will be available across 62 cities all over India Conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode
It’s essential to choose your test location wisely to minimize travel stress and maximize your focus on preparation. You can select up to three preferred test cities from the extensive list provided below.
| Sr. No. | State | City |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andhra Pradesh | Vijayawada |
| 2 | Andhra Pradesh | Visakhapatnam |
| 3 | Assam | Guwahati |
| 4 | Bihar | Patna |
| 5 | Chhattisgarh | Bhilai |
| 6 | Chhattisgarh | Raipur |
| 7 | Delhi NCR | New Delhi - Gurugram |
| 8 | Delhi NCR | Noida - Greater Noida - Ghaziabad |
| 9 | Goa | Panjim - Mapusa |
| 10 | Gujarat | Ahmedabad - Gandhinagar |
| 11 | Gujarat | Surat |
| 12 | Gujarat | Vadodara |
| 13 | Haryana | Ambala |
| 14 | Haryana | Faridabad |
| 15 | Himachal Pradesh | Solan |
| 16 | Jammu & Kashmir | Jammu |
| 17 | Jharkhand | Jamshedpur |
| 18 | Jharkhand | Ranchi |
| 19 | Karnataka | Bengaluru |
| 20 | Karnataka | Hubballi (Hubli) |
| 21 | Karnataka | Mangaluru (Mangalore) |
| 22 | Kerala | Ernakulam |
| 23 | Kerala | Kottayam |
| 24 | Kerala | Thiruvananthapuram |
| 25 | Kerala | Thrissur |
| 26 | Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal |
| 27 | Madhya Pradesh | Gwalior |
| 28 | Madhya Pradesh | Indore |
| 29 | Madhya Pradesh | Jabalpur |
| 30 | Maharashtra | Amravati |
| 31 | Maharashtra | Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar (Aurangabad) |
| 32 | Maharashtra | Kolhapur |
| 33 | Maharashtra | Mumbai - Navi Mumbai - Thane |
| 34 | Maharashtra | Nagpur |
| 35 | Maharashtra | Nashik |
| 36 | Maharashtra | Pune |
| 37 | Meghalaya | Shillong |
| 38 | Odisha | Bhubaneswar |
| 39 | Punjab | Amritsar |
| 40 | Punjab | Chandigarh - Mohali |
| 41 | Punjab | Jalandhar/Phagwara |
| 42 | Punjab | Patiala |
| 43 | Rajasthan | Ajmer |
| 44 | Rajasthan | Jaipur |
| 45 | Rajasthan | Jodhpur |
| 46 | Rajasthan | Udaipur |
| 47 | Tamil Nadu | Chennai |
| 48 | Tamil Nadu | Coimbatore |
| 49 | Tamil Nadu | Madurai |
| 50 | Telangana | Hyderabad |
| 51 | Uttar Pradesh | Agra |
| 52 | Uttar Pradesh | Bareilly |
| 53 | Uttar Pradesh | Kanpur |
| 54 | Uttar Pradesh | Lucknow |
| 55 | Uttar Pradesh | Meerut |
| 56 | Uttar Pradesh | Moradabad |
| 57 | Uttar Pradesh | Prayagraj |
| 58 | Uttar Pradesh | Varanasi |
| 59 | Uttarakhand | Dehradun |
| 60 | West Bengal | Asansol |
| 61 | West Bengal | Kolkata - Howrah |
| 62 | West Bengal | Siliguri |
How to Apply for SLAT 2027
The application process is entirely online. Follow these steps to register:
| Step | Stage | Key Actions & Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| STEP 1 | Register & Verify Your Account | • Verify that the SLAT application window is open. • Keep your email, WhatsApp-enabled mobile number, and passport-style photo ready. • Enter your name, email, country code, and mobile number, and accept mandatory consent. • Verify the OTP sent to your email and WhatsApp (wait 60 seconds to resend if needed). • Use the exact same email and mobile number throughout the admission process. |
| STEP 2 | Complete Basic Details & Upload Photo | • Enter your name, DOB, nationality, NRI status, state, and admission category (must match SSC/HSC certificates exactly). • Upload a recent, clear, front-facing, fully visible passport-style photograph (avoid blurred, cropped, or group photos). • Provide additional details if you are a PwD or category candidate. • Save and continue after passing all required field validations. |
| STEP 3 | Select Test Dates, Cities & Pay Test Fee | Select your desired SLAT test date(s) at ₹2,550 per test date. • Choose 3 different city preferences in order for each test and review before paying. • Pay online via card, UPI, net banking, or use the DD option (do not refresh or close the browser during payment). • Save your transaction ID and payment receipt. |
| STEP 4 | Complete Personal, Academic & Programme Details | • Enter personal, address, and contact information, plus SSC/Class 10 and HSC/Class 12 educational details. • Upload required documents like category/caste or PwD certificates. • Select your desired institutes and programmes (programme fee is ₹1,000 per selected programme). • Note that paying only the test fee does not make you eligible for programme consideration. |
For more details, please visit the official website
