The SLAT 2026 exam date has officially been announced by Symbiosis International University. SLAT 2026 will be conducted on 20 December 2025 (Test 1) and 28 December 2025 (Test 2) in computer-based mode across 68 cities in India.
Registrations for the exam closed on 30 November 2025. These dates allow aspirants to plan preparation, mock tests, and revision more strategically.
Knowing the SLAT exam dates 2026 is essential because Symbiosis allows two attempts—and the best score is considered for merit ranking. Below is the complete official timeline from notification release to result declaration.
SLAT 2026 Exam Date
The SLAT 2026 exam will take place on 20th December 2025 and 28 December 2025.
| Test | SLAT 2026 Exam Date |
| Test 1 | 20 December 2025 (Saturday) |
| Test 2 | 28 December 2025 (Sunday) |
Why SLAT Has Two Exam Dates?
SLAT Exam offers two attempts so students can improve their performance. You can appear for one attempt or both.
SIU follows the Best-of-Two scoring rule. This means:
- If you score higher in Test 2, that score is used.
- If you perform better in Test 1, that is taken.
- There is no disadvantage in attempting both tests.
This system benefits students who want a second chance to improve accuracy, speed, or manage exam pressure better.
SLAT 2026 Important Dates
These are the important SLAT exam date 2026:
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | July 2025 |
| Registration Opens | August 2025 |
| Registration Closes | 30 November 2025 |
| Admit Card Release (Test 1) | 11 December 2025 |
| Admit Card Release (Test 2) | 18 December 2025 |
| SLAT 2026 Test 1 | 20 December 2025 |
| SLAT 2026 Test 2 | 28 December 2025 |
| Result Announcement | 15 January 2026 |
| PI Shortlisting | January 2026 |
| PI Round | January–February 2026 |
| Final Merit List | February 2026 |
| Academic Session Begins | July 2026 |
SLAT 2026 Registration Date
The last date to register for SLAT 2026 was 30th November 2025:
| Registration Stage | Date |
| Registrations Open | 1 August 2025 |
| Registrations Close | 30 November 2025 |
SLAT 2026 registrations are now closed. The registration window for SLAT 2027 is expected to open in August 2026 (tentative).
SLAT 2026 Admit Card Release Dates
| Admit Card Event | Date |
| Admit Card Release – Test 1 | 11 December 2025 |
| Admit Card Release – Test 2 | 18 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Download | On respective exam day before reporting |
Important things to know about SLAT 2026 admit card:
- Must be printed in color
- Must paste recent passport-size photo
- Must carry original ID proof
- Authenticated admit card must be preserved for PI
- Duplicate authenticated copies are not issued
SLAT 2026 Exam Date: Schedule
| Activity | Expected Time |
| Reporting Time | 8:00 AM |
| Verification & Seating | 8:00–9:00 AM |
| Exam Login Instructions | 9:00–9:30 AM |
| SLAT Exam Time | 9:30–10:30 AM |
| Exit & Document Check | After 10:30 AM |
SLAT Result Date 2026
The SLAT 2026 results will be out on 15 January 2026.
What the SLAT Scorecard Contains:
- Candidate Name & SLAT ID
- Section-wise marks
- Overall marks
- Test attempt used for merit (best of two)
- Qualifying status
Explore important resources for SLAT preparation here:
Important Guidelines for SLAT Exam Day 2026
- Carry color print of admit card with a recent photo.
- Carry original ID proof (Aadhar / Passport / DL / PAN / Voter ID).
- Reach the centre at least 1 hour early.
- No digital devices allowed (phones, watches, calculators).
- PwD candidates get 20 extra minutes.
- Black & white admit cards are not accepted.
- Follow seating and invigilation rules strictly.
- Maintain discipline; malpractice leads to disqualification.
What to Do Before SLAT Exam Date 2026?
- Revise complete syllabus (LR, Legal, AR, RC, GK)
- Take at least 8–10 SLAT-specific mock tests
- Solve topic-wise reasoning drills
- Read current affairs for last 6–9 months
- Practice RC daily for speed
- Revise legal maxims, principles, contracts, torts basics
- Pack admit card, ID proof, stationery
- Plan your travel route to the centre
What to Do on the SLAT Exam Date 2026?
- Reach early and avoid last-minute rush
- Carry all required documents
- Stay calm and avoid revising new topics
- Manage time: avoid getting stuck on difficult questions
- Attempt all questions—no negative marking
- Use the last 3–4 minutes to check unanswered questions
- Focus especially on high-accuracy sections (RC + Legal + LR)
SLAT 2026 Exam Date vs CLAT & AILET Exam Dates
| Exam | Date | Mode |
| SLAT 2026 Test 1 | 20 December 2025 | CBT |
| SLAT 2026 Test 2 | 28 December 2025 | CBT |
| CLAT 2026 | 7 December 2025 | Offline |
| AILET 2026 | 14 December 2025 | Offline |
FAQs About SLAT Exam Date 2026
20 December 2025 (Test 1) and 28 December 2025 (Test 2).
Yes. You can attempt both attempts.
The best score among the two attempts.
68 cities across India.
Registrations closed on 30 November 2025.
Tentatively August 2026.
SLAT is conducted online (CBT mode).
15 January 2026.
Yes, but downloading earlier is advised.
July 2026.
Yes, SLAT is generally easier and faster.