Before filling the application form, every aspirant must understand the SLAT eligibility criteria clearly. SIU has strict rules regarding qualification, category selection, reservation, documents, domicile, and program-wise requirements.
The eligibility for SLAT exam begins with passing Class 12 with minimum marks, but also includes important conditions for SC/ST candidates, Persons with Disabilities (PwD), Children/Wards of Defence Personnel, and Nagpur Domicile candidates.
Meeting the eligibility criteria is mandatory; if any information is incorrect or unverified during admission, SIU cancels the candidature immediately. Below is the complete, updated, and authentic eligibility criteria for SLAT 2026 based on the official notification.
SLAT Eligibility Criteria 2026
Find the SLAT exam eligibility requirements:
| Eligibility Component | Requirement |
| Educational Qualification | Passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board |
| Minimum Marks | 45% (General), 40% (SC/ST) |
| Age Limit | No upper age limit |
| Boards Accepted | CBSE, ICSE, State Boards, International Boards |
| Eligibility for Appearing Candidates | Class 12 students awaiting results are eligible |
| PwD Reservation | 3% (with valid UDID + disability certificate) |
| Defence Category (Only SLS Pune Hons) | 5% reservation for children/wards of Defence personnel |
| Nagpur Domicile Reservation | 25% seats for Nagpur domicile (SLS Nagpur only) |
| Kashmiri Migrants/KP/KHF | 2 seats per program (over & above) |
| International Students | Up to 20% seats (over & above) |
| Multiple Category Rule | Candidate must select only one category |
SLAT Exam Eligibility: Educational Qualification
The basic requirement to appear for SLAT 2026 is passing Class 12 (10+2) or an equivalent examination from any recognised board in India or abroad. Students from CBSE, ICSE, State Boards, NIOS, IB, Cambridge (A-Levels) and other recognised boards are eligible.
The minimum marks required are 45% for General/OBC categories and 40% for SC/ST candidates. Students appearing for Class 12 in 2026 can also apply, but they must produce proof of passing during admission.
| Category | Minimum Requirement |
| General Candidates | Class 12 with minimum 45% |
| SC/ST Candidates | Class 12 with minimum 40% |
| Boards Accepted | All recognised boards (national + international) |
| Appearing Candidates | Eligible, subject to proof of passing |
SLAT Age Limit 2026
There is no upper age limit for appearing in the SLAT exam. Any candidate who meets the educational qualification and category requirements can apply, regardless of age.
This makes SLAT accessible to Class 12 students, repeaters, gap-year students, and older candidates.
SLAT Exam Eligibility for Persons with Disabilities (PwD)
SLAT reserves 3% of seats for PwD candidates within the sanctioned intake, as per Government of India regulations. Only candidates with disabilities recognised under the Persons with Disabilities Act and subsequent Gazette notifications are eligible.
These include:
- Locomotor disabilities (e.g., cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, dwarfism)
- Visual impairment (blindness, low vision)
- Hearing impairment (deaf, hard of hearing)
- Speech and language disability
- Intellectual disabilities (ASD, SLD, mental illness)
- Chronic neurological disorders (Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s)
- Blood disorders (Haemophilia, Thalassemia, Sickle Cell Disease)
Candidates must upload a valid Disability Certificate and UDID Card at the time of registration. SIU’s Medical Board verifies all documents through SUHRC before granting eligibility under PwD.
SLAT Eligibility for Children/Wards of Defence Personnel (SLS Pune)
Symbiosis reserves 5% of seats within the sanctioned intake ONLY for the BA LLB (Hons.) and BBA LLB (Hons.) programs at SLS Pune under the “Children/Wards of Defence Personnel” category.
Eligible candidates include:
- Children of serving Defence personnel from the Army, Navy, or Air Force
- Children of retired Defence personnel classified as ex-servicemen under Govt. rules
- Children of Defence personnel who died while in service or after retirement
Candidates applying under this category must select this category separately for each program at SLS Pune during registration. They must also submit valid supporting documents during the PI process.
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Defence Category Eligibility Summary Table (SLS Pune Only)
| Component | Details |
| Applicable Campus | SLS Pune only |
| Applicable Programs | BA LLB (Hons), BBA LLB (Hons) |
| Reservation | 5% (within intake) |
| Eligible Candidates | Serving/Retired Defence Personnel’s children, including deceased personnel cases |
| Documents Required | Official Defence Certificate during PI |
Nagpur Domicile Eligibility (Only for SLS Nagpur)
SLS Nagpur reserves 25% of seats (within the sanctioned intake) exclusively for candidates who fulfill the Nagpur domicile requirement, based on the official lease conditions between Symbiosis and Nagpur Municipal Corporation.
Who Qualifies as a Nagpur Domicile Candidate?
1. Residence Criterion
The candidate must be a resident of Nagpur Urban for at least 5 years (continuous or intermittent) before the academic year begins.
2. Educational Criterion (Must meet ANY ONE)
Candidate is a graduate or pursuing graduation from Nagpur University
OR
Candidate has completed Class 10 and Class 12 from:
- Maharashtra State Board
- CISCE
- CBSE
- ICSE
Important: Class 10 & 12 from OTHER state boards or foreign boards do NOT qualify.
Over & Above Categories Eligibility for SLAT
These seats do not fall under the main intake and are provided additionally.
| Category | Seats | Notes |
| Kashmiri Migrants (KM) | 2 per program | All campuses |
| Kashmiri Pandits/Hindu Families (KHF) | 2 per program | Over & above seats |
| International Students (Foreign/NRI/OCI/PIO) | Max 20% | Process handled by SIU International Cell |
SLAT Eligibility Rules for Foreign Nationals / NRI / OCI
Foreign Nationals, NRIs, OCIs, and PIOs are eligible for admission under the International Category, which operates outside the SLAT process.
- They apply through the Symbiosis International Office.
- SLAT exam is not mandatory for these categories.
- Admission depends on academic performance, document verification, and seat availability.
- Candidates must submit a valid passport, visa, and proof of nationality/OCI/PIO status.
- This category is over and above the regular intake.
Important Guidelines Related to SLAT Eligibility
Candidates must provide true and accurate information during registration; incorrect data leads to cancellation.
- Only candidates who upload valid category certificates receive reservation benefits.
- Candidates applying under more than one reservation category must select only ONE category; SIU does not allow changes later.
- PwD candidates must upload Disability Certificate + UDID during registration.
- All category documents are verified during the PI process; failure to produce documents leads to disqualification.
- International category applicants must follow SIU International Cell rules, not SLAT rules.
- SLAT score is valid only for the 2026–27 academic year.
- Appearing for Class 12 exams is allowed, but final proof must be submitted before admission is confirmed.
FAQs About SLAT Eligibility Criteria
45% for General category and 40% for SC/ST candidates.
No. There is no upper age limit to appear for the exam.
Yes, appearing candidates can apply, but must submit proof of passing during admission.
Yes, SLAT is required for admission to SLS Pune, Noida, Hyderabad, and Nagpur (except for international category applicants).
Valid Defence service certificate during the PI process.
Yes, SLAT is mandatory for them as well.