Pattern & argument-based thinking
Legal principles, no prior law knowledge needed
Numerical + logical problem-solving
English language + comprehension
Static GK + current affairs
5 sections, 12 questions each
60 questions in 60 minutes - 1 mark each, no negative marking
No separate Maths section
Two attempts allowed (Test 1 & Test 2) - higher score counted
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Particulars |
Details |
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Conducting Body |
Symbiosis International (Deemed University) |
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Exam Mode |
Computer-Based Test (CBT), online |
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Duration |
60 minutes |
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Total Questions |
60 MCQs |
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Total Marks |
60 |
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Number of Sections |
5 - Logical Reasoning, Legal Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, General Knowledge |
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Marking Scheme |
+1 for each correct answer |
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Negative Marking |
None |
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Number of Attempts |
Two (Test 1 & Test 2); higher score considered |
This section outlines the SLAT 2027 syllabus across its five components:
The GK section is divided into two areas: Static General Knowledge and Current Affairs. To score well, stay consistent with current events and keep your static GK sharp. Some of the major topics include:
Current Affairs
Static GK
The Reading Comprehension section of SLAT is designed to assess applicants' English language abilities through passage comprehension and grammar. It comprises three core areas: Grammar, Vocabulary, and Reading Comprehension. Passages are typically drawn from topics such as law, politics, philosophy, and current affairs. Some of the major topics in the Reading Comprehension section include:
The Logical Reasoning section of SLAT assesses the candidate's analytical abilities and capacity to recognise patterns, evaluate arguments, and establish logical relationships. The section consists of 12 questions. Some of the major topics in the Logical Reasoning section include:
The Legal Reasoning section of SLAT assesses your understanding of legal principles and your ability to apply them to real-life situations. Importantly, prior legal knowledge is not required - the section tests your ability to reason logically within a legal framework. The questions in the section are of three types: Legal Reasoning, Legal Knowledge, and Assertion & Reasoning. Some of the major topics in the Legal Reasoning section include:
The Analytical Reasoning section of SLAT assesses the candidate's ability to analyse information, identify patterns, and solve problems logically. This section requires basic mathematical ability and involves numerical calculations, so candidates from non-mathematics backgrounds should prepare this section thoroughly. Some of the major topics in the Analytical Reasoning section include:
The table given below shows the no.of questions in each section along with the marks.
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Section |
No. of Questions |
Marks |
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General Knowledge |
12 |
12 |
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Reading Comprehension |
12 |
12 |
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Logical Reasoning |
12 |
12 |
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Legal Reasoning |
12 |
12 |
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Analytical Reasoning |
12 |
12 |
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Total |
60 |
60 |
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Parameter |
SLAT |
CLAT |
AILET |
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Conducting Body |
Symbiosis International (Deemed University) |
Consortium of NLUs |
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Exam Mode |
Online (CBT) |
Offline (Pen & Paper) |
Offline (Pen & Paper) |
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Duration |
60 minutes |
120 minutes |
120 minutes |
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Total Questions |
60 |
120 |
150 |
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Number of Sections |
5 |
5 |
3 |
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Sections |
Logical Reasoning, Legal Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, GK |
English, Current Affairs & GK, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Techniques |
English, Current Affairs & GK, Logical Reasoning |
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Marking Scheme |
+1, no negative marking |
+1, −0.25 for wrong |
+1, −0.25 for wrong |
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Quantitative/Maths |
Arithmetic-based reasoning within Analytical Reasoning |
Separate Quantitative Techniques section |
Not included |
A structured approach to SLAT 2027 preparation, covering time management, section-wise focus, and revision, can meaningfully improve accuracy and speed on exam day:
Refer to these books for better section-wise preparation for SLAT
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Section |
Name of the Book |
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General Knowledge |
Newspapers, Manorama Year Book, Law Magazines |
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Reading Comprehension |
Objective General English by RS Aggarwal |
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Logical Reasoning |
A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning by RS Aggarwal |
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Legal Reasoning |
Legal Awareness and Legal Reasoning by Pearson |
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Analytical Reasoning |
Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey |