Symbiosis Law School (SLS), Nagpur is a constituent of Symbiosis International, Deemed to be University. SLS Nagpur is a private institute, which was established in 2019. The institute offers two integrated UG programmes in Law, namely BA LLB and BBA LLB. Apart from the UG programmes, the institute also offers LLM under various specialisations. The institute has a collaboration with top foreign universities to offer various exchange programmes under SIU. SLS Nagpur offers admission to Indian as well as international students.

The admission process for UG and PG programmes begins in January and March, respectively. SLS Nagpur admissions are conducted online through the official website of the institute. Admission process for international students is taken care of by Symbiosis Centre for International Education (SCIE).

UG Courses

• Admission to BA LLB and BBA LLB is based on SLAT scores
• Candidates, who have completed Class 12 in any stream, can apply for these programmes

PG Course

• A valid score in AIAT is required for admission to LLM programme
• A candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree in Law, to apply for LLM

The important dates are mentioned below:

At the UG level, the institute offers two five-year integrated programmes in Law. These programmes are spread across 10 semesters, each year consisting of two semesters. Both programmes have a seat intake of 120 students each. Admission to these programmes is based on SLAT scores. Candidates, who have completed Class 12 in any stream, can apply for these programmes. However, the final selection of students will be based on the marks obtained in SLAT and the performance in Personal Interview (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT). Given below is the eligibility criteria for these courses:

The final selection of candidates is based on SLAT, PI and WAT scores. The weightage for each component is mentioned in the table below:

At the PG level, the institute offers a one year LLM programme. LLM is offered in two different specialisations, with each specialisation having a seat intake of 10 students. LLM admissions are based on AIAT exam and the admission process begins in March every year. A candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree in Law, to be eligible for this programme. However, the final selection of students will be based on the AIAT scores and the performance in PI. Eligibility criteria for the same is as follows:

The final selection of candidates is based on AIAT and PI scores. Given below is the weightage for each component:

Candidates applying for BA LLB and BBA LLB need to first register for SLAT exam, followed by the course registration. The application fee for SLAT exam is Rs 1,750, which can be paid online as well as offline. After the successful SLAT registration, candidates need to register for the programme through the official website of the institute. The application fee for BA LLB and BBA LLB programme is Rs 1,000. Follow the below-mentioned steps for the complete application process:

1. Visit the official website of SLS Nagpur, www.slsnagpur.edu.in
2. Go to admissions and select BA LLB/ BBA LLB then click on apply now
3. Register for SLAT exam by entering required details
4. Submit SLAT application form along with a passport-size photograph
5. Pay an application fee of Rs 1,750 online via debit/ credit cards/ net banking or offline via DD
6. Register on the institute’s website by using SLAT id and password
7. Fill the application form by entering personal and qualification details
8. Submit the application form along with a passport-size photograph
9. Pay an application fee of Rs 1,000 online via debit/ credit cards or net banking

Candidates applying for LLM, need to first register for AIAT exam, followed by the course registration. The application fee for AIAT exam is Rs 1,250, which can be paid online as well as offline. After the successful AIAT registration, candidates need to register for LLM through the official website of SLS Nagpur. The application fee for LLM programme is Rs 1,000. Follow the below-mentioned steps for the complete application process:

1. Visit the official website of SLS Nagpur, www.slsnagpur.edu.in
2. Go to admissions and select LLM then click on apply now
3. Register for AIAT exam by entering required details
4. Submit AIAT form along with a passport-size photograph
5. Pay an application fee of Rs 1,250 online via debit/ credit cards/ net banking or offline via DD
6. Register on the institute’s website by using AIAT id and password
7. Fill the application form by entering personal and qualification details
8. Submit the application form along with a passport-size photograph
9. Pay an application fee of Rs 1,000 online via debit/ credit cards or net banking

For offline fee payment, candidates need to send a DD at the below address:

Symbiosis Test Secretariat

Symbiosis International (Deemed University)

Gram, Tal: Mushi, Dist: Pune-412115

• Class 10 marksheet and certificate
• Class 12 marksheet and certificate
• Graduation certificate
• Character certificate
• Migration certificate
• Caste/ category certificate (if required)
• Recent passport-size photographs
• AIAT/ SLAT scorecard

In each programme, some of the seats are reserved for SC, ST and PwD category candidates. The highest share of reservations went to candidates domiciled in Nagpur i.e. 25%, followed by SC and international students with 15%. Given below is the category-wise reservation criteria:

Note: Apart from the above reservations, two seats in each programme are reserved for Kashmiri migrants.

The University offers various scholarships on merit basis. Some of the scholarships offered by the institute are mentioned below:

• Government of India SC/ ST Scholarship: This scholarship is given to the top scorers of the exam. The maximum amount of the scholarship is Rs 1.43 crore.
• Symbiosis Foundation Scholarship: This scholarship is given to all UG and PG students who have scored well in the previous year examination. The maximum amount of scholarships is Rs 35.24 lakh.
• LLM Scholarship: This scholarship is given to LLM students. The maximum amount of the scholarship is Rs 1.225 lakh.

Q. What all courses are offered by the institute?

A. The institute offers two integrated UG programmes in Law, namely BA LLB and BBA LLB. Apart from the UG programmes, the institute also offers LLM under various specialisations.

Q. Can I apply online for the admission process?

A. Yes, candidates can apply through the official website of the University.

Q. What is the selection criteria for BA LLB programme?

A. Admission to both programmes is based on the SLAT scores. Candidates, who have completed Class 12 in any stream, can apply for these programmes. The final selection of students will be based on the scores obtained in SLAT and the performance in Personal Interview (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT).

Q. Does this institute offer admission to international students?

A. Yes, the University offers admission to national as well as international students. Candidates can visit the official website of SIU for the admission process.

Q. Are there any scholarships offered by the institute?

A. The University offers various scholarships on merit basis. Some of the scholarships offered by the institute are Government of India SC/ ST Scholarship, Symbiosis Foundation Scholarship and LLM Scholarship.

Q. What is the selection criteria for LLM programme?

A. Admission to LLM programme begins in March every year. Candidates, who have done graduation in Law, can apply for the same. However, the final selection of students will be based on the marks obtained in AIAT and the performance in PI

Q. What is the seat intake for BA LLB?

A. The seat intake of UG programmes is 240 students. Out of which, BA LLB and BBA LLB have a seat intake of 120 students each. 

Q. How can I pay the SLAT application fee offline?

A. Candidates can pay the SLAT application fee offline via DD in favor of Symbiosis International. Candidates need to send a DD the below address:

Symbiosis Test Secretariat

Symbiosis International (Deemed University)

Gram, Tal: Mushi, Dist: Pune-412115

Q. What is the application fee for BA LLB?

A. The application fee for all UG and PG programmes is Rs 1,000. Candidates can pay the application fee online via debit/ credit cards or net banking.

Q. Is there any relaxation available for SC/ ST candidates in qualifying marks?

A. Yes, SC/ ST category candidates will get a relaxation of 5% in the minimum qualifying exam, in each course.

Q. What is the seat intake for BA LLB?

A. LLM programme has a seat intake of 20 students, with each specialisation having a seat intake of 10 students.

Q. What is the weightage of SLAT score in UG admissions?

A. SLAT score has a weightage of 50%, followed by PI and WAT with a weightage of 30% and 20%, respectively.

• SLS Nagpur has the “State of Art Infrastructure” with remarkable facilities for its students
• SLS Nagpur Conducts several Seminars and Guest Lectures
• Organizes field visits and workshops in collaboration with various stake holder and NGOs for beyond classroom learning