What exactly is the Writing Ability Test (WAT) in the SLAT?
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The Writing Ability Test (What) is part of the selection process for the SLAT. Candidates who clear the SLAT are called for the What and Personal Interview based on which final admission is made to Symbiosis Law Schools. The Writing Ability Test round is used to gauge a candidate's writing skills and ability to reason logically about a range of subjects. You will be required to write short essays on a given topic within the provided time limit. The topics asked in this round usually belong to Current Affairs law, society, etc. This round accounts for 20 marks in the final merit list. -
SLAT (Symbiosis Law Admission Test) Eligibility criteria B.A. LL.B. / BBA LL.B. Candidates who have cleared their 12th class examination from any national or state board of education are eligible to apply for SLAT.
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Yes you can fill out the SLAT Application Form in phases. During the process you will get option to save the date in every step. It is advisable you fill the form in one go.
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No, you will not be called for the Personal Interview (PI) round for Symbiosis Law Schools if you haven't cleared the SLAT exam. Candidates must note that SLAT scores are mandatory for shortlisting. You need to score above the cut-off to get a PI call, and you must attend all parts of the PI to be eligible for admission.
The Symbiosis Internation Law University has discontinued Writing Ability Test from the SLAT Admission Process. For the current SLAT 2026 admissions cycle, and since the 2025 cycle, the selection process is based solely on a candidate's performance in the main SLAT entrance exam and a subsequent Personal Interview (PI) round.
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