As of February 1, 2026, Symbiosis International University is conducting the Personal Interaction (PI) rounds across its law campuses in Pune, Noida, Nagpur, and Hyderabad. Shortlisted candidates for SLAT 2026 are currently participating in online interviews to secure their spots in the five-year integrated LLB programs. The selection process has transitioned to a weighted evaluation where the PI component holds 30% of the final merit calculation. All constituent law schools are expected to conclude this interaction phase by the first week of February, with the inaugural merit list following shortly after.

The admission cycle for the Symbiosis Law Admission Test (SLAT) 2026 has entered its most decisive stage as of February 1, 2026. Following the declaration of entrance results in mid-January, the four constituent Symbiosis Law Schools (SLS) have commenced their Personal Interaction (PI) rounds. This year, the university has maintained an online format for these interactions, allowing aspirants from across the country to participate in the selection process remotely.

Current Status of the Selection Process

The interaction phase is currently active for all shortlisted candidates who successfully cleared the SLAT 2026 cutoffs for the Pune, Noida, Hyderabad, and Nagpur campuses. This stage is mandatory for any candidate seeking a seat in the B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) or B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) programs.

• Online Interaction: All interviews are being conducted via video conferencing platforms, where a panel of experts evaluates candidates on their communication skills, legal aptitude, and general awareness.
• Component Weightage: For the 2026 session, the final selection is based on a composite score where the scaled SLAT entrance marks contribute 70% and the Personal Interaction contributes the remaining 30%.
• Document Verification: In parallel with the interviews, the admissions teams are verifying the digital copies of Class 10 and 12 mark sheets and reservation certificates uploaded by the candidates during the slot booking period.

Evaluation Criteria and Candidate Assessment

The Selection Procedure for SLAT 2026 focuses on a holistic assessment of the candidate beyond their entrance test scores. The PI panel focuses on several key areas to determine the suitability of the applicant for a rigorous legal education.

• Legal Awareness: Candidates are often questioned on recent landmark judgments or fundamental legal principles to gauge their interest in the field.
• Communication Skills: The ability to articulate thoughts clearly and persuasively is a significant factor in the 30-mark PI score.
• Academic Background: The panel reviews the candidate's past academic performance and extracurricular achievements, which were submitted during the Counselling Registration.

Timeline for Final Merit List Declaration

As the PI rounds progress toward their conclusion in the first week of February, the constituent institutes are preparing to compile the final scores. Each SLS campus operates on a slightly different timeline for its results.

• Internal Audits: Once the interviews conclude, the scores are consolidated with the entrance test results to generate a category-wise ranking.
• Merit List Publication: SLS Nagpur is expected to be the first to release its list on February 10, followed by Pune and Noida on February 12, 2026.
• Waitlist Management: Candidates who do not make the first list will be placed on a waitlist, which will move based on the number of seat confirmations and fee payments received during the first admission window.

Conclusion

The ongoing Personal Interaction rounds across Symbiosis campuses mark the final hurdle for law aspirants in the SLAT 2026 admission cycle. With the 30% weightage allocated to this phase, the interaction serves as a critical differentiator for students aiming for top-tier law schools. As the February 1 dateline passes, the focus shifts toward the upcoming merit lists, which will finalize the batch for the 2026-2031 academic session across the Symbiosis legal education network.