LSAT India
Important update: LSAT—India has been discontinued from 2026. The examination was previously conducted by LSAC Global for admission to participating private law colleges in India. Students seeking law admissions in 2027 should check individual university entrance and admission requirements.
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| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of the Exam | LSAT—India (Law School Admission Test—India) |
| Conducting Body | Law School Admission Council (LSAC) |
| Test Administrator | Pearson VUE |
| Exam Status | Discontinued after 2024 |
| Last Exam Sessions | January and May 2024 |
| Courses Previously Covered | 5-Year Integrated LL.B., 3-Year LL.B. and 1-Year LL.M. |
| Exam Mode | Online, remotely proctored (2024) |
Note: LSAT—India is no longer conducted for Indian law admissions. Colleges that previously accepted its scores now follow their respective admission procedures and entrance tests. AglaSem Admission+2
LSAT India Important Dates 2024
LSAT—India was conducted in two sessions in 2024: January and May. The examination has since been discontinued, so there are no upcoming LSAT—India exam dates for 2027.
| Important Events | January Session | May Session |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Started | 14 August 2023 | 14 August 2023 |
| Registration Deadline | 10 January 2024 | 7 May 2024 |
| Test Scheduling | 10 December 2023 – 12 January 2024 | 29 March – 12 May 2024 |
| System Readiness Check | 17 December 2023 – 16 January 2024 | 29 March – 12 May 2024 |
| LSAT—India Exam Date | 20–21 January 2024 | 16–19 May 2024 |
| Result Declaration | To be notified | To be notified |
Note: The above dates are historical and provided for reference only. LSAT—India has been discontinued after 2024.
LSAT India Eligibility Criteria
LSAT—India did not prescribe a separate common eligibility criterion for candidates. Eligibility for admission depended on the requirements of individual participating law colleges.
The general eligibility requirements for the courses previously accepting LSAT—India scores were as follows:
| Course | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| 5-Year Integrated LL.B. | Candidates must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board. Students appearing for their Class 12 examinations could also apply, subject to college requirements. |
| 3-Year LL.B. | Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Final-year students could also apply, subject to college requirements. |
| LL.M. | Candidates must hold an LL.B. degree from a recognised university. Final-year law students could also apply, subject to college requirements. |
Important Note: Minimum qualifying marks, reservation criteria and other admission requirements may vary between universities. LSAT—India was discontinued after 2024; the above criteria are for historical reference only.
LSAT India Exam Pattern 2024
The LSAT—India 2024 examination consisted of passage-based multiple-choice questions designed to assess candidates’ analytical reasoning, logical reasoning and reading comprehension skills.
| Particulars | Description |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Online Remote-Proctored Mode |
| Medium of Examination | English |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours 20 Minutes |
| Total Questions | 92 (Approx.) |
| Number of Sections | 4 |
| Sections | Analytical Reasoning, Logical Reasoning (1), Logical Reasoning (2), Reading Comprehension |
| Time per Section | 35 Minutes |
| Question Type | Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Negative Marking | No Negative Marking |
| Scoring System | Score Band of 420–480 with Percentile Rank |
Note: The above pattern is based on the 2024 examination. LSAT—India has been discontinued after 2024.
LSAT India Syllabus 2024
The LSAT—India 2024 syllabus consisted of four sections: Analytical Reasoning, Logical Reasoning (1), Logical Reasoning (2), and Reading Comprehension. The examination had approximately 92 questions, with 35 minutes allotted to each section.
LSAT India Syllabus Overview
| Section | Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Analytical Reasoning | 23 | 35 Minutes |
| Logical Reasoning (1) | 22 | 35 Minutes |
| Logical Reasoning (2) | 23 | 35 Minutes |
| Reading Comprehension | 24 | 35 Minutes |
| Total | 92 | 2 Hours 20 Minutes |
Detailed Section-Wise Syllabus
| Section | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Analytical Reasoning | Relationships between different elements, If-Then statements, Cause and Effect, Logical Inferences, Arrangements, Identifying Patterns and Argument Analysis |
| Logical Reasoning | Argument Analysis, Drawing Inferences, Analogies, Identifying Disagreements, Assumptions and Flaws, Evaluating Arguments, Strengthening and Weakening Arguments |
| Reading Comprehension | Identifying Central Ideas, Drawing Inferences, Understanding Words and Phrases in Context, Applying Information to New Situations, Comparative Reading, Identifying Similarities and Differences Between Passages |
Note: The above syllabus and question distribution are based on the LSAT—India 2024 examination pattern. LSAT—India has been discontinued after 2024.