SLAT 2026 Mock Test Held on 11 November; Candidates Now Prepare for Main Exam in December

The official SLAT 2026 Mock Test concluded on November 11, 2025, providing candidates with a crucial dress rehearsal for the main exam. The Symbiosis Law Admission Test (SLAT) is scheduled for two dates: December 20 and December 28, 2025. Aspirants must now meticulously analyse their mock performance, focusing on time management and section-wise weaknesses. This article outlines the immediate post-mock strategy, key exam pattern details, and a final month's roadmap to excel in this competitive 60-minute, 60-question computer-based test (CBT).

The conclusion of the official SLAT 2026 Mock Test on November 11, 2025, marks a decisive turning point in the preparation cycle for thousands of law aspirants. Conducted by Symbiosis International (Deemed University) for admission to its prestigious Symbiosis Law Schools (SLS) in Pune, Noida, Hyderabad, and Nagpur, the mock test served its primary purpose: familiarizing students with the Computer-Based Test (CBT) interface, the 60-minute time constraint, and the structure of the 60-question paper.

​With the mock test insights now fresh in candidates’ minds, the entire focus must shift to the actual examination dates: December 20, 2025 (Test 1) and December 28, 2025 (Test 2). Since candidates can appear for both tests, and the higher score will be considered for the final merit list, a dual-pronged preparation strategy is essential. The next four weeks are critical for converting raw preparation into peak examination performance, guided by the lessons learned from the recent practice test.

​Post-Mock Analysis: The Critical Next Step

​The most valuable outcome of the mock test is not the score itself, but the detailed analysis that follows. Aspirants who neglect this step often repeat the same mistakes on the main exam day.

• ​Time Management Audit: 
  • ​60 questions in 60 minutes demands an average of one minute per question. Candidates must check if they spent too long on any single section (e.g., Analytical Reasoning) or category of question.
  • ​Identify the section where the maximum time was spent versus the minimum score obtained (low efficiency).
• ​Section-Wise Weakness Identification:
  • ​SLAT comprises 5 sections of 12 questions each: Logical Reasoning, Legal Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, and General Knowledge.
  • ​Pinpoint the area of greatest weakness: Was it General Knowledge (lack of content), Legal Reasoning (misunderstanding of principles), or Reading Comprehension (slow reading speed)?
• ​Accuracy Check (No Negative Marking):
  • ​Crucially, SLAT does not have negative marking. The mock test should have reinforced the strategy of attempting all 60 questions.
  • ​Analyze the attempted questions: Did the candidate guess too wildly or fail to attempt easy questions? The goal is to maximize correct attempts, knowing there is no penalty for errors.

​ Final Month Roadmap: Preparing for Two Attempts

​With two opportunities to crack the SLAT 2026—on December 20 and December 28—the preparation needs to be divided into a final content push and a sustained mock-taking phase.

• ​Content Finalisation (Till Dec 10):
  • ​Legal Reasoning: Focus on key concepts in Law of Torts, Indian Contract Act, Constitutional Law, and Criminal Law. Revise legal maxims and historical legal facts.
  • ​General Knowledge: Dedicate time to last 12 months' Current Affairs (especially legal and political news) and static GK (Indian Constitution, history, and international bodies).
  • ​Analytical Reasoning: Practice high-speed puzzles, number/alphabet series, and syllogisms, as this section often becomes a time sink.
• ​Simulated Mock Test Strategy (Dec 11 – Dec 27): 
  • ​Take a full-length SLAT mock test every two to three days to maintain momentum and refine speed.
  • ​The period between Test 1 and Test 2 (Dec 20 to Dec 28) should be used solely for analysing the Test 1 experience (if attempted) and making quick, surgical adjustments to the strategy for Test 2.
• ​Admit Card Readiness: 
  • ​Candidates must stay tuned for the Admit Card releases, expected around December 11 for Test 1 and December 18 for Test 2. Confirm the exact time slot mentioned on the Admit Card.

​ SLAT 2026: The Gateway to Symbiosis Law Schools

​The SLAT score is scaled up and combined with the Personal Interaction (PI) and Writing Ability Test (WAT) scores to calculate the final merit list for admission to the various programs offered at the four SLS campuses.

• ​SLAT Score Weightage: 
  • ​The raw score of 60 marks from the SLAT is typically scaled up to 70 marks for the final calculation.
  • ​The remaining 30 marks are allocated to the PI/WAT rounds, which are conducted separately by the individual law schools after the SLAT results are announced (expected January 15, 2026).
• ​Admission Process Stages:
  • ​Stage 1: SLAT 2026 Performance (The primary elimination round).
  • ​Stage 2: Shortlisting for the next round based on SLAT score.
  • ​Stage 3: PI-WAT: Personal Interaction and Writing Ability Test conducted by the respective SLS campus (Pune, Noida, Hyderabad, or Nagpur).
  • ​Stage 4: Final Merit List based on the combined score (70% SLAT + 30% PI-WAT).
• ​Programs Offered: 
  • ​The exam grants entry to integrated undergraduate law programs, including B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) and B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), preparing students for diverse legal careers.

​Conclusion

​The successful completion of the SLAT 2026 Mock Test on November 11 has prepared candidates for the high-stakes environment of the December 20 and December 28 examinations. Aspirants must now transition from diagnostic analysis to focused, high-intensity mock-taking, paying close attention to the 60-minute time limit and the lack of negative marking. With a clear, two-attempt strategy and rigorous practice, securing a seat in one of the coveted Symbiosis Law Schools is an achievable goal.

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