As of February 2, 2026, Symbiosis Law Schools in Pune, Noida, Nagpur, and Hyderabad are actively conducting the Personal Interaction (PI) rounds for the 2026-27 batch. Shortlisted candidates are appearing for online interviews following the SLAT result declaration in January. The selection process currently focuses on assessing legal aptitude and communication skills, with PI carrying a 30% weightage in the final merit calculation. With the PI window for most campuses closing by February 7, the first provisional merit lists are expected to be released starting February 10, 2026.Aspirants can monitor their call letters and slot status via the official Symbiosis portal to ensure participation in this mandatory final phase.

Symbiosis Law Schools (SLS) has reached its final and most decisive stage. Following the entrance test results released on January 15, the constituent institutes in Pune, Noida, Nagpur, and Hyderabad have transitioned into the Interview phase. Shortlisted aspirants are currently undergoing the Personal Interaction (PI) rounds, which are being conducted via online video conferencing. This Interaction is a mandatory component of the admission cycle, and any candidate absent from this round will be disqualified from the final merit list, regardless of their entrance test score. For real-time updates on slot booking, candidates should visit the SLS Pune Official Admission Page.

Schedule and Weightage of Selection Rounds

The 2026 admission cycle has seen a shift in the selection methodology. While the entrance test remains the primary filter, the Interview provides the qualitative data necessary to assess a candidate's suitability for a legal career. The ongoing Interaction accounts for 30 marks out of the total 100-mark selection matrix.

• SLS Pune Schedule: The online PI for Pune began on January 29 and is scheduled to continue until February 7, 2026.
• SLS Noida Schedule: The Interview window for the Noida campus remains active until February 5.
• SLS Hyderabad & Nagpur: These campuses are simultaneously conducting their Interaction rounds, with Nagpur expected to conclude its primary list today, February 2.
• Scaling: The raw SLAT score (out of 60) is mathematically scaled to 70 marks, while the PI provides the remaining 30 marks.
• Format: The process is entirely digital, requiring candidates to ensure stable internet connectivity for their scheduled slots.

Evaluation Criteria and Candidate Preparation

During the Interview, a panel of experts from academia and the legal industry evaluates the candidates on several parameters beyond academic scores. This Interaction serves as a bridge between the objective testing phase and the final enrollment phase.

• The Writing Ability Test (WAT) has been officially discontinued for the 2026 session, making the Interview the sole component of the second stage.
• Candidates are expected to discuss their motivation for joining law and their perspective on recent Indian legal developments.
• The panels also review the digital portfolios and documents uploaded by candidates between January 24 and January 28.
• Technical instructions for the online session can be found on the Symbiosis International University SLAT portal.

Timeline for Merit List Declaration

As the Interview rounds conclude across the four campuses, the Symbiosis Test Secretariat will begin the consolidation of scores. The successful completion of this Interaction phase will directly lead to the publication of the first provisional merit lists.

[Image showing the timeline from SLAT Exam to final Class Commencement in July 2026]

• February 10, 2026: SLS Nagpur is scheduled to release its first merit list.
• February 12, 2026: SLS Pune, Noida, and Hyderabad will announce their respective first merit lists.
• Payment Deadline: Candidates selected in the first list will generally have until February 19 to secure their admission by paying the first installment of fees.
• Subsequent Lists: If seats remain vacant, second and third merit lists are expected on February 25 and March 10, respectively.
• Detailed campus-wise schedules are available on the SLS Noida Admission Dates page.

Conclusion

The continuation of the SLAT 2026 PI/WAT rounds through February 2 marks the final stretch of a rigorous selection journey for thousands of law aspirants. By emphasizing the online interview process as a core 30% component of the final merit, Symbiosis Law Schools are ensuring a holistic assessment that balances academic intelligence with professional aptitude. As the interaction window draws to a close over the next few days, candidates must remain vigilant regarding portal notifications and document verification status. The upcoming merit lists in mid-February will finally define the 2026-31 batch, setting the stage for the commencement of classes in July at some of India's most prestigious private law institutes.