Applicants Must Ensure a Valid Government ID (Passport or PVC Aadhaar Card) to Sit for LNAT-UK at JGLS

For all aspirants taking the LNAT-UK for admission to Jindal Global Law School (JGLS), strict identification rules apply. The test administrator, Pearson VUE, mandates either a valid, current Passport or a specific PVC plastic Aadhaar card featuring a ghost image and hologram. Crucially, no other form of ID will be accepted at the test centre, risking immediate rejection on exam day. This is a non-negotiable requirement for the 2026-27 admission cycle. Candidates must ensure they possess the correct ID before booking their LNAT slot to avoid major administrative setbacks.

The landscape of law school admissions in India has been irrevocably altered by Jindal Global Law School (JGLS), India's top-ranked private law school, which has adopted the globally recognized Law National Aptitude Test (LNAT-UK) as the sole mandatory entrance examination for its flagship B.A./B.B.A./B.Com. LL.B. (Hons.) and 3-Year LL.B. programmes for the 2026-27 academic session.

​While the academic focus remains on preparation for the LNAT's critical thinking and analytical components, a crucial administrative detail—often overlooked—can be the ultimate hurdle: The Identity Proof Requirement. The policy is crystal clear and enforced without exception by the LNAT administrator, Pearson VUE, at test centers worldwide. Aspirants must present one of only two acceptable forms of identification to be permitted to sit the computer-based test: a valid, current passport or a recent government-issued PVC plastic Aadhaar card which includes the security features of a ghost image and a hologram. Any other form of ID, including the commonly used laminated paper Aadhaar, e-Aadhaar printouts, or standard school/college IDs, will lead to the immediate denial of entry, and the candidate will forfeit their test fee and slot. This strict adherence to global testing standards underscores JGLS’s commitment to international admission protocols.

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 Non-Negotiable ID Proof: Passport vs. PVC Aadhaar

​This section clarifies the two acceptable forms of identification and why no substitutes will be entertained by the LNAT test center staff. The security features are paramount to the LNAT Consortium.

• ​Option 1: The Valid Passport:
  • ​Requirement: Must be a valid, current, signed passport (or a biometric passport that doesn't allow for a signature).
  • ​Mandatory Status: The passport remains the most universally accepted and secure form of ID for any international examination, and is often recommended as the primary ID choice.
  • ​Name Match: The name on the passport must exactly match the name used during the LNAT registration. Discrepancies, even minor ones, are grounds for refusal.
• ​Option 2: The Specific PVC Plastic Aadhaar Card: 
  • ​Requirement: Only the recent, government-issued PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) plastic Aadhaar card is accepted.
  • ​Mandatory Security Features: The PVC card must explicitly contain the two critical security elements: 
    • ​Ghost Image: A smaller, secondary photograph visible on the card.
    • ​Hologram: A reflective, embedded security feature.
  • ​Rejected IDs: All other common Aadhaar variations are strictly rejected: 
    • ​Laminated paper/e-Aadhaar printouts
    • ​Old, non-PVC Aadhaar cards
    • ​Any card without the ghost image and hologram.
• ​Consequence of Non-Compliance:
  • ​Candidates arriving with an incorrect or invalid ID will be turned away. They will lose their booked test slot and the LNAT fee, and will need to re-register and re-book a new test date, delaying their admission consideration for JGLS's highly competitive early admission rounds.

​ Strategic Timeline and Early Admission Advantage

​Ensuring the correct ID is ready is an integral part of the LNAT strategic timeline, especially for candidates aiming for the highly desirable early admission slots at JGLS.

• ​First Merit List (Early Admission Priority):
  • ​LNAT Test Deadline: Candidates must register for and sit the LNAT-UK test on or before November 30, 2025.
  • ​Offer Release: Offers for candidates qualifying in this phase will be released in December 2025. This phase accounts for an estimated 75% of the total seats at JGLS's flagship programmes.
  • ​ID Importance: With the November 30th deadline fast approaching, securing the correct ID is critical for meeting this phase's testing window.
• ​Subsequent Admission Phases:
  • ​Phase 2 (Second Early Admission): Test deadline is typically February 28, 2026.
  • ​Phase 3 (Late Admission): Final deadline to take the LNAT is generally May 31, 2026.
  • ​Advice: Given the high competition and the significant seat allocation in the Early Admission phase, aspirants are strongly encouraged to procure the correct ID immediately and attempt the LNAT before the November 30th cut-off.

​Immediate Action and Procurement Advice

​Candidates who currently only possess a paper Aadhaar or an outdated ID must take immediate steps to obtain one of the two acceptable documents.

• ​For Passport Holders: 
  • ​Verification: Check the passport's expiry date. Ensure it is valid beyond the test date.
  • ​Action: Double-check that the name on the LNAT registration exactly matches the name on the passport.
• ​For Aadhaar Card Holders (Most Common Scenario): 
  • ​Procurement: Candidates must apply for the PVC Aadhaar Card through the official UIDAI website or portal. This service usually involves a nominal fee and a delivery time of several days to a few weeks.
  • ​Do Not Wait: Given the strict November 30th deadline for the early admission phase, applying for the PVC Aadhaar must be the highest priority if a valid passport is not available.
• ​LNAT Registration Pre-Requisite:
  • ​The LNAT Consortium strongly advises candidates to possess the required ID before registering and booking a test slot to ensure there are no last-minute cancellations or rejections on test day.

​Conclusion

​The message for every applicant targeting a seat at Jindal Global Law School via the LNAT-UK 2026 is unambiguous: a valid Passport or a security-featured PVC plastic Aadhaar is mandatory for test entry, and no alternatives will be accepted. This international standard is a non-negotiable requirement for the LNAT and directly impacts your eligibility for JGLS admission. With the November 30th early admission deadline fast approaching, aspirants must verify their existing ID today, November 9, 2025, and take immediate action to procure the correct PVC Aadhaar if a valid passport is unavailable. Do not let an administrative oversight negate months of academic preparation.

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