Registration for LNAT-UK at JGLS Continues till January 20, 2026

The path to securing a coveted seat at Jindal Global Law School (JGLS), India's leading private law institution, is firmly paved by the Law National Aptitude Test (LNAT). For the 2026-2027 academic year, JGLS has maintained the LNAT-UK test as the sole mandatory admission criterion for its flagship 5-year integrated B.A. LLB (Hons.), B.B.A. LLB (Hons.), and B.Com. LLB (Hons.) programmes. Aspiring legal professionals must take note of the final LNAT registration and test deadline: January 20, 2026. While this date marks the official end of the LNAT slot booking window, candidates are strongly advised to target the Early Admission deadlines for the highest chance of securing a seat. With access to over 500 global test centres administered by Pearson VUE, the LNAT offers unmatched flexibility and a globally recognised standard for assessing legal aptitude. This news, dated November 7, 2025, serves as a crucial reminder for all JGLS aspirants to complete the mandatory two-step application process and secure their LNAT test slot without delay.

Admission to JGLS is a structured two-step process that mandates the timely completion of both the university application and the LNAT-UK registration. While the final LNAT test-taking window extends till January 20, 2026, JGLS runs a crucial Early Admission policy that allocates a significant percentage of seats (approximately 75%) in the initial phase. Therefore, simply meeting the final deadline is not enough; strategic timing is key to maximising your admission and scholarship prospects.

• ​Step 1: JGLS Online Application: 
  • ​Candidates must first complete the JGLS Online Application Form on the official university admissions portal. This step is mandatory to be considered for admission.
• ​Step 2: LNAT Registration and Test Booking: 
  • ​Simultaneously, aspirants must register on the official LNAT-UK website and book a test slot between September 1, 2025, and January 20, 2026.
  • ​Crucial Early Deadline: Candidates aiming for Early Admission (Phase 1) should target to complete their LNAT test by November 30, 2025. Meeting this deadline dramatically increases the likelihood of securing one of the high-priority admission offers released in December 2025/January 2026 and being considered for maximum merit scholarships.
  • ​Phase 2 Deadline: The deadline to take the LNAT for the second phase of Early Admission is February 28, 2026 (for a merit list release in March 2026).
• ​Single Attempt Rule: It is vital to remember that applicants are permitted to attempt the LNAT-UK only once during the 2026 academic cycle (September 2025 to May 2026). Focused and thorough preparation is thus non-negotiable.

​ Global Reach: LNAT Test Centres and Accessibility

​The LNAT's global structure is a significant advantage for international applicants and for domestic students across India, ensuring accessibility and flexibility in scheduling the exam. The test is administered globally by Pearson VUE, ensuring a standardised, computer-based testing environment.

• ​500+ Global Centres: The LNAT is conducted in over 500 authorised Pearson VUE test centres across more than 165 countries, including a vast network across India. This extensive reach allows candidates to take the test in a location convenient to them, whether they are currently studying abroad or residing in India.
• ​Indian Test Cities: The LNAT is available in over 40 test cities across India, covering major metropolitan areas and several Tier-II cities such as Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Cochin, Delhi-NCR (Gurugram/Noida/New Delhi), Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, and Pune.
• ​Test Slot Flexibility: Once the LNAT registration is complete, candidates can select their preferred test date and time within the overall testing window (September 1, 2025, to January 20, 2026), subject to the availability of slots at their chosen centre. This flexibility allows aspirants to align the exam with their final school examinations or other college entrance tests.
• ​Identity Requirement: Applicants must possess a valid passport or a recent PVC Aadhaar card with a ghost image and hologram as the primary identification document for entry to the LNAT test centre.

​ LNAT Exam Structure and JGLS-Specific Requirements

​Understanding the LNAT exam format is the first step in preparation, as it is a test of aptitude and skill, not prior legal knowledge. JGLS specifically focuses on the core analytical skills assessed in the multiple-choice section.

• ​Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ): 
  • ​Duration: 95 minutes.
  • ​Content: 42 questions based on 12 argumentative passages.
  • ​Skills Tested: Reading comprehension, verbal reasoning, critical thinking, and the ability to analyse and draw logical conclusions from complex text.
  • ​JGLS Weightage: JGLS bases its admission offers solely on the score obtained in this MCQ section (out of 42 marks). An expected cut-off for a competitive score is generally above the 20-22 mark range.
• ​Section B: Essay Writing:
  • ​Duration: 40 minutes.
  • ​Content: Choose one of three essay topics to write an argumentative essay (max 750 words).
  • ​JGLS Requirement: Critically, JGLS does NOT require its applicants to attempt the essay part of the LNAT for admission into its LLB programmes. However, candidates applying to other LNAT consortium universities in the UK must complete the essay.
• ​Preparation Focus: JGLS aspirants should concentrate intensely on practising reading comprehension and critical reasoning exercises. The LNAT is designed to test your potential to study law, focusing on how well you can analyse, interpret, and argue, rather than checking your General Knowledge or Legal Knowledge facts.

​Conclusion

​With the LNAT registration and test-taking window closing on January 20, 2026, the time for deliberation is over. For those serious about a career in law from a top-tier institution like Jindal Global Law School, completing the two-step application and securing an early LNAT test slot by November 30, 2025, is the optimal strategy. Leverage the global accessibility of the 500+ test centres and dedicate your preparation to mastering the critical reasoning skills of the LNAT's MCQ section. Success at JGLS begins with the diligence you demonstrate in meeting this crucial admission requirement.

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