📅 Updated: May 27, 2026 | Verified: LSAT India Registration Status Confirmed Closed
✍️ By Priya Sharma, LLM NALSAR | Senior Law Education Editor, LawGuru India
🔍 Sources: LSAC Official, Pearson VUE, Careers360, Bar & Bench, consortiumofnlus.ac.in
LSAT India Registration 2026 | exam discontinued, complete guide to historical registration process and active alternatives including CLAT, LNAT-UK and SLAT
LSAT India Registration | Discontinued from 2026 | Complete Guide for Law Aspirants | LawGuru India

The Law School Admission Council (LSAC) and Pearson VUE have officially discontinued LSAT India from the 2026 admission cycle. There is no LSAT India registration form for January 2026, May 2026, 2026, or any future year. The website lsatindia.in is defunct. Any third-party website claiming to offer "LSAT India 2026 Registration" or "LSAT India 2026 Application Form" is either outdated or fraudulent | do not submit personal information or money on such sites. For active law exam registrations, see the alternatives section on this page.

📋 What's On This Page
  1. Why Registration Is Permanently Closed
  2. Historical Registration Overview
  3. Step-by-Step Application Process
  4. Documents Required
  5. Application Fee Details
  6. Slot Booking Process
  7. Admit Card Download
  8. Common Registration Errors
  9. How to Register for Alternatives
  10. Registration Fee Comparison
  11. If You Have an Old LSAT India Score
  12. Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why Is LSAT India Registration Permanently Closed?

Many students visiting this page are searching for the LSAT India 2026 or 2026 application form | possibly because they found an old exam notification, a coaching centre advertisement, or a search result from a website that hasn't been updated. Let us be completely clear about what happened and why there is no LSAT India registration to complete:

The Law School Admission Council (LSAC), a US-based non-profit organisation that owns and administers the LSAT brand globally, and Pearson VUE, which conducted LSAT India on LSAC's behalf in India, jointly decided to discontinue the LSAT | India examination starting from the 2026 admission cycle. This decision was officially announced in 2024 and means:

🔴 What LSAT India Discontinuation Means for Registration
The LSAT India January 2026 session was never opened for registration | there was no application window.
The LSAT India May 2026 session was similarly never announced or opened.
The official registration website lsatindia.in is defunct and does not process any new applications.
O.P. Jindal Global Law School (JGLS) | the most prestigious college that accepted LSAT India | has permanently switched to LNAT-UK for its 5-year LLB admissions from 2026-26.
LSAC has clarified it has not introduced any replacement exam. Each institution now handles its own admission test independently.
Any website claiming "LSAT India 2026 Registration is Open" or offering an LSAT India 2026 application form is misinformed, outdated, or fraudulent.

The decision to discontinue was driven by multiple converging factors: JGLS's decision to switch to the internationally recognised LNAT-UK; LSAT India's limited uptake (only ~19 colleges); the competition from established exams like CLAT, SLAT, and university-specific tests; and LSAC's assessment of the Indian market. The full story of why LSAT India ended is covered in our LSAT India Complete Guide.

2. LSAT India Registration | Historical Overview (2010–2024)

For students, researchers, and educators who need a reference to how LSAT India registration worked during its active years, this section documents the complete process as it existed from 2010 to 2024. This information is also relevant for students preparing for LNAT-UK, which has a broadly similar online registration mechanism through Pearson VUE.

During its operational years, LSAT India was conducted in two sessions per year | a January session and a May session. The registration process was entirely online, conducted through the official portal lsatindia.in. Candidates could register for one or both sessions; each session had its own registration window, fee, and exam dates.

Particulars January Session May Session
Registration Opening Typically August–September (previous year) Typically February–March
Registration Closing Typically early January Typically late April / early May
Slot Booking Window October–January March–May
Exam Dates Typically 3rd–4th week of January Typically 3rd–4th week of May
Result Declaration Typically 2–3 weeks after exam Typically early June
Application Fee ₹3,999 per session ₹3,999 per session
Mode of Exam Remote Proctored (Home-based) Remote Proctored (Home-based)
📌 Historical Context

LSAT India operated this two-session model from around 2019 onwards. Before 2019, it was typically a single annual exam. The remote proctored format was introduced during COVID-19 in 2020 and retained permanently thereafter, replacing the earlier test-centre-based format. The May 2024 session was the last LSAT India exam ever conducted.

3. LSAT India Registration: Complete Step-by-Step Process (Historical Reference)

The LSAT India application process was a 4-phase process: Online Registration → Application Form Filling → Document Upload & College Selection → Fee Payment. Below is the detailed breakdown of each phase as it worked in the exam's final years (2022–2024).

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Visit the Official Website & Create an Account
Candidates had to visit lsatindia.in (now defunct) and click on "Register for LSAT India" or "Sign Up". A registration form appeared requiring the following details:
  • Full name (as per Class 10 certificate)
  • Email ID (to be used as login username)
  • Mobile number (for OTP verification and alerts)
  • Country, State, and City of residence
  • Password (chosen by the candidate)
  • Programme type (5-year LLB, 3-year LLB, or LLM)
  • CAPTCHA code verification
After clicking "Register", a verification email was sent to the registered email ID. Candidates had to click the verification link in that email to activate their account and access the application form.
⚠️ If the verification email was not received within 15 minutes, candidates were advised to check the spam/junk folder before requesting a resend.
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Log In & Fill the Application Form
After email verification, candidates logged into the candidate dashboard using their email ID and password. The application form was divided into multiple sections:
  • Personal Details: Full name, date of birth, gender, nationality, father's/mother's name, address, pincode
  • Academic Background: Class 10 board and percentage, Class 12 board and percentage (or expected), college/university name for LLB/LLM applicants
  • Communication Address: Permanent address and correspondence address
  • Programme & Session Preference: Which session (January/May/both), which programme (UG/PG)
  • College Preferences: Selection of participating colleges to which LSAT India scores should be sent | this was an important step as scores were directly reported to selected colleges
Candidates could save the form as a draft at any stage and return to complete it. The form was not considered submitted until the fee was paid.
💡 Tip: All name entries had to exactly match Class 10 certificate spelling. Mismatches caused problems at the admit card verification stage.
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Upload Documents & Photograph
Candidates had to upload the following in the prescribed format (see Documents Section below for specifications):
  • Recent passport-size photograph (JPG/JPEG, max 80 KB)
  • Scanned signature on white paper (JPG/JPEG, max 80 KB)
  • Government-issued photo ID | Aadhaar card, PAN card, Passport, Voter ID, or Driving Licence (PDF, max 2 MB)
If the photograph was rejected (due to poor quality, wrong background, or face not clearly visible), candidates had to re-upload a corrected image. Some candidates uploaded blurry or low-resolution images and faced rejection of their application | a very avoidable mistake.
⚠️ Critical: The photo uploaded during registration was the same photo used on the admit card and shown to the proctor on exam day. Casual selfies or mobile photos with patterned backgrounds were rejected.
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Pay the Application Fee
After completing the form and uploading documents, candidates proceeded to the fee payment section. Payment of ₹3,999 per session was mandatory to complete registration. Accepted payment methods included:
  • Credit Card | Only MasterCard or VISA cards issued in India were accepted; international cards were not valid
  • Debit Card | All major bank debit cards accepted
  • Debit Card + ATM PIN mode
  • Net Banking (NEFT)
  • Digital Wallets and Cash Cards
  • UPI (added in later years)
Upon successful payment, candidates received a confirmation message with their LSAT India Registration Number, which served as their unique identifier for all future correspondence, slot booking, and admit card download.
⚠️ The registration fee was strictly non-refundable under all circumstances | including technical failures, exam re-scheduling, or personal reasons. Candidates who paid but could not appear lost their fee entirely.
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Review, Submit & Download Confirmation
Before final submission, candidates were strongly advised to preview the entire application form for accuracy. Once submitted, changes were very difficult to make | any correction required formal request to Pearson VUE support, which was not always granted. After submission, candidates had to:
  • Download a PDF copy of the submitted application form
  • Download and save the fee payment receipt
  • Note their LSAT India Registration Number for slot booking later
  • Keep both documents safely for future reference
The LSAT India rules explicitly stated: Submit only one form per candidate. Multiple/duplicate applications from the same candidate will be rejected.
✅ Best Practice: Print or save a PDF of the confirmation page and the payment receipt immediately | email notifications sometimes went to spam and candidates lost their registration number.

4. Documents Required for LSAT India Registration | Complete Checklist

One of the most common reasons for application rejection or complications during remote proctoring was incorrect or non-compliant document uploads. Below is the complete and specification-accurate document checklist that LSAT India required:

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Recent Passport-Size Photograph Format: JPG/JPEG only | Max file size: 80 KB | Dimensions: Proportional to a 35mm × 45mm passport photo | Background: White or plain light-coloured only | Requirements: Face clearly visible, eyes open, no spectacles (if possible), no head covering except for religious reasons, both shoulders visible, no pixelation or blurriness | Age of photo: Must be taken within the last 6 months
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Scanned Signature Format: JPG/JPEG only | Max file size: 80 KB | Medium: Blue or black ink on white A4 paper | Requirements: Signature must be the candidate's usual signature (not block letters/initials), must be clearly legible, background must be plain white, must be scanned (not photographed) for clarity
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Government-Issued Photo ID Proof Format: PDF | Max file size: 2 MB | Accepted documents: Aadhaar Card (most common), PAN Card, Passport (most useful as it shows date of birth), Voter ID (EPIC), Driving Licence, or Military/Armed Forces Dependent ID. Important: The same ID used during registration must be presented during remote proctoring on exam day | inconsistency led to disqualification
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Class 10 Certificate / Mark Sheet (for reference) Not required to upload, but necessary to accurately fill in name, date of birth, and board name in the application form. All name spellings in the form must exactly match the Class 10 certificate to avoid verification issues
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Class 12 Mark Sheet / Admit Card (for Class 12 appearing students) Not required to upload but used to fill educational qualification details. Students in their final year of Class 12 had to enter their expected percentage and school details. Post-admission, colleges independently verified the actual marks
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LLB Degree / Mark Sheet (LLM applicants only) Postgraduate (LLM) applicants needed their LLB degree details and percentage for form-filling. Individual colleges set their own minimum LLB percentage requirements (typically 50–55%); LSAC itself had no minimum percentage requirement
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Category Certificate (Reserved Category candidates) SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD candidates needed valid category certificates from competent government authorities. These were not uploaded on lsatindia.in but were required separately when applying for college admission after LSAT India results

5. LSAT India Registration Fee | Complete Breakdown (Historical)

The LSAT India application fee structure was straightforward but had specific nuances that candidates frequently got wrong. Here is the complete fee breakdown as it existed in the exam's final years (2022–2024):

Registration Type Fee Amount Who It Applied To Notes
Single Session (January OR May) ₹3,999 Candidates appearing in only one session Most common registration type
Both Sessions (January AND May) ₹7,998 Candidates registering for both sessions simultaneously No combined discount; fee paid twice separately
Late Registration (if applicable) ₹4,499+ Candidates registering after the standard deadline (in some years) Not consistently available every year
Reserved Category Discount No discount N/A LSAT India had no category-based fee concession | unlike CLAT which offers ₹500 discount for SC/ST
Score Report (additional colleges) Typically free All registered participating colleges received scores Unlike the US LSAT, Indian version sent scores to all participating colleges automatically
💳 Payment Methods Accepted for LSAT India Fee
Credit Card: Only MasterCard and VISA cards issued by Indian banks. International credit cards (including cards issued abroad even by Indian nationals) were not accepted.
Debit Card: All major Indian bank debit cards (SBI, HDFC, ICICI, Axis, Kotak, PNB, etc.) were accepted without restrictions.
Net Banking / NEFT: Available through major bank portals on the payment gateway.
UPI: Added in later years (post-2021) | Google Pay, PhonePe, BHIM UPI all accepted.
Digital Wallets / Cash Cards: Paytm and similar wallets were available on the payment gateway.
Non-refundable: Fee was never refunded regardless of technical failure, exam postponement, cancellation, or personal inability to appear. Always pay only after verifying all form details.

6. LSAT India Slot Booking | How to Schedule the Exam (Historical)

A feature unique to LSAT India (compared to CLAT or AILET) was its personalised slot booking system. Because LSAT India was conducted in remote proctored mode with multiple daily exam slots spread over 3–4 days, candidates could choose their preferred date, day, and time slot after completing registration. Here's how slot booking worked:

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Open the Slot Booking Portal
After registration and fee payment were complete, candidates received communication when the slot booking window opened (typically 4–6 weeks before the exam). They had to log in to lsatindia.in using their Registration ID and password, then click on the "Schedule My Exam" or slot booking option on the candidate dashboard.
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Browse Available Dates & Time Slots
A calendar view showed the available exam dates (typically spanning 3–4 days of the exam window). Within each date, multiple time slots were shown | typically early morning (7:00 AM–9:00 AM), mid-morning (9:00 AM–11:00 AM), afternoon (12:00 PM–2:00 PM), and late afternoon (3:00 PM–5:00 PM) slots. Slot availability was subject to first-come-first-served selection among registered candidates.
💡 Slot booking was first-come-first-served. Popular time slots (morning slots) were typically booked up quickly. Book your preferred slot as soon as the booking window opened.
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Select Preferred Slot & Confirm
After selecting the preferred date and time slot, candidates had to confirm the selection. Once confirmed, an on-screen confirmation appeared. The selected slot details were also sent to the candidate's registered email ID. Candidates were advised to take a screenshot or download the confirmation for reference.
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Reschedule (if needed)
LSAT India allowed candidates to reschedule their slot within the booking window if a preferred slot became available or if personal circumstances required a change. There was typically no additional fee for rescheduling within the allowed window. However, rescheduling was not permitted after the slot booking window closed.

Candidates who completed registration but forgot to book a slot could not appear for the exam. Slot booking was mandatory and was the final step before downloading the admit card. This is an important distinction from CLAT, where no slot booking is required | all candidates appear at the same time across exam centres.

7. LSAT India Admit Card Download Process (Historical)

Once slot booking was complete, the LSAT India admit card (technically a "confirmation letter" for the remote proctored exam) could be downloaded from the candidate portal. Here is how the process worked:

Unlike traditional admit cards for exam-hall-based tests, the LSAT India admit card was essentially a test booking confirmation that contained the candidate's registration number, exam date and time, candidate's photograph, and basic instructions for the remote proctored session. The admit card was released approximately 5–7 days before the exam date. Key details on the LSAT India admit card included:

Information on Admit CardPurpose
Candidate Name & Registration NumberIdentity verification during proctoring
Exam Date, Session, and Time SlotWhen to log into the remote proctoring system
Candidate PhotographVisual identity verification by live proctor
System RequirementsWhat computer/internet setup was needed
Pre-Exam ChecklistRoom setup, ID document to keep handy, etc.
Proctor Login Link/InstructionsHow to start the exam session
🎯 Exam Day Protocol for LSAT India Remote Proctoring

On exam day, candidates had to log into the remote proctoring system 15–30 minutes before their slot. A live proctor would verify identity (face check against photo, ID document check), conduct a 360° room scan via the webcam, check for unauthorised materials, and allow the exam to begin. Candidates needed: stable internet (minimum 1 Mbps), webcam, microphone, and a quiet room. Any technical failure on exam day was candidates' responsibility | LSAC/Pearson VUE did not automatically offer reschedule for technical issues unless formally applied for.

8. Common LSAT India Registration Errors (And How to Avoid Them in Current Exams)

Based on reported candidate experiences over the years, these were the most frequently occurring registration errors in LSAT India. These lessons remain directly applicable to registering for CLAT, LNAT-UK, SLAT, and other current exams:

❌ Error 1: Name Mismatch Between Form and ID Documents

The single most common and consequential error. If your name in the application form doesn't exactly match your Class 10 certificate (spelling, initials, or middle name inclusion), the proctor on exam day may refuse to verify your identity. Always copy the name character-by-character from your Class 10 certificate. This applies equally to CLAT and LNAT-UK registration.

❌ Error 2: Using Wrong File Format or Exceeding File Size for Photo/Signature

Many candidates uploaded PNG images instead of JPG/JPEG, or files larger than 80 KB. The system either rejected the upload or compressed the image to an unacceptable quality. Always convert images to JPG/JPEG before uploading. Use Paint or a free online image converter to resize. The same requirement applies in CLAT and most other law entrance registrations.

❌ Error 3: Not Completing Slot Booking After Registration

Hundreds of candidates paid the ₹3,999 fee and filled the application form but forgot to complete the mandatory slot booking step. Without a confirmed slot, the admit card was not generated and the candidate could not appear. There was no refund in such cases. Always bookmark the slot booking portal and set a calendar reminder as soon as registration is complete.

❌ Error 4: Submitting Multiple Duplicate Applications

Some candidates submitted 2–3 application forms (sometimes from different email IDs) as a "safety measure." LSAC's rules explicitly stated that duplicate applications from the same candidate would be rejected and could result in disqualification. For CLAT, the same rule applies | only one application per candidate is accepted.

❌ Error 5: Not Verifying the Email ID After Registration

LSAT India sent a verification link to the registered email ID immediately after the initial sign-up. Many candidates skipped this step thinking registration was complete. Without email verification, the application form was not accessible. The verification email frequently landed in the spam folder | always check spam immediately after signing up for any law exam.

❌ Error 6: Using an International Credit Card for Fee Payment

LSAT India only accepted MasterCard and VISA credit cards issued by Indian banks. International credit cards | including cards issued abroad even if held by Indian nationals | were not accepted. Candidates who tried to pay with international cards faced payment failures. If your only credit card was international, you had to use a debit card, UPI, or net banking instead.

9. How to Register for Active Alternatives | Step-by-Step (2026-27)

This is the most actionable section of this page. Since LSAT India registration is permanently closed, here is exactly how to register for each of the active alternatives based on your target institution:

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How to Register for CLAT 2027
Best for: 24 NLUs + 65+ private law colleges | Registration: July/August 2026 | Website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in
Registration Opens
July/August 2026 (Expected)
Registration Closes
October/November 2026 (Expected)
Exam Date
December 6, 2026 (Expected)
Application Fee (Gen)
₹4,000
Application Fee (SC/ST)
₹3,500
Official Website
consortiumofnlus.ac.in
Step-by-Step CLAT 2027 Registration:
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Visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in and click "CLAT 2027 Registration" or "New Candidate Registration". Enter your email ID, mobile number, and basic details to create an account. You will receive an OTP/verification link.
2
Log in with your credentials. Fill in personal details (name exactly as per Class 10 certificate, date of birth, gender, category, nationality) and academic details (Class 10 & 12 boards, percentage, passing year).
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Upload scanned passport photo (JPG, typically 10–200 KB) and scanned signature (JPG, typically 4–30 KB). Specifications are given on the upload page | follow them precisely.
4
Select your exam centre preferences (typically 4 cities in order of preference). Also set your NLU preference list carefully | this determines counselling priority. Rank all NLUs, not just the top 5.
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Pay ₹4,000 (General/OBC/EWS) or ₹3,500 (SC/ST/PwD) via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. Payment must be completed to submit the form.
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Preview, submit, and download the confirmation page + payment receipt. The CLAT 2027 admit card will be available on the portal approximately 2 weeks before the exam date.
✅ CLAT 2027 Key Tip

The NLU preference list filled during CLAT registration is used for counselling. Many students make the mistake of not researching NLUs before registration and filling preferences randomly. Use the cutoff data on our CLAT Cutoff 2026 page to set realistic preferences before you start filling the form.

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How to Register for LNAT-UK 2026
Best for: Jindal Global Law School (5-yr LLB) + UK Law Universities | Registration: Open from 1 Aug | Website: lnat.ac.uk
Registration Opens
1 August 2026 (annual)
Testing Window
1 Sep 2026 – 30 Jun 2026
JGLS Phase 1 Deadline
20 January 2026
JGLS Phase 2 Deadline
31 May 2026
Exam Fee (India)
£50–£75 (varies by centre)
JGLS Application
lawadmissions.jgu.edu.in
Step-by-Step LNAT-UK Registration (for Indian Students):
1
Visit lnat.ac.uk. Click "Register" and create an account with your name, email ID, and a password. Confirm your account via the verification email sent to your inbox.
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Log in and complete your profile | personal details, educational background, and the university/institution you are applying to (select O.P. Jindal Global University for JGLS admission).
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Select your preferred Pearson VUE test centre in India. Major cities with LNAT-eligible Pearson VUE centres include Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Chennai, Pune, and Ahmedabad. Choose date and time from available slots.
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Pay the exam fee (approximately £50–£75; the amount varies by country/centre and is paid in the local equivalent). Payment via credit or debit card on the secure Pearson VUE payment gateway.
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Receive booking confirmation by email. This email serves as your test booking confirmation (equivalent to an admit card). Take a screenshot. Bring a valid photo ID (Passport preferred for LNAT) to the test centre on exam day.
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Separately apply to JGLS on lawadmissions.jgu.edu.in | LNAT registration and JGLS application are two separate processes. Your LNAT score is automatically reported to JGLS if you selected Jindal during registration.
✅ LNAT-UK Key Tip

For JGLS admission, only LNAT Section A (multiple-choice) scores are considered | you still write Section B (essay) at the test centre as it is part of the LNAT structure, but JGLS does not evaluate the essay. Book your LNAT slot early | Pearson VUE centre slots in major Indian cities fill up quickly between October and January.

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How to Register for SLAT 2026
Best for: Symbiosis Law Schools (Pune, Noida, Hyderabad, Nagpur) | Registration: Mar–Apr 2026 | lawentrance.symbiosis.edu.in
Registration Opens
~January 2026
Registration Closes
~April 2026
Exam Date
~May 2026
Application Fee
₹1,750 – ₹2,500
Mode
Online, Computer-Based
Official Website
lawentrance.symbiosis.edu.in
SLAT 2026 Registration Steps:
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Visit lawentrance.symbiosis.edu.in and register with your email ID and mobile number. Create your account and verify via the OTP sent.
2
Fill the application form with personal details, educational qualifications, and select the Symbiosis Law School campuses you wish to apply for.
3
Upload passport photo and signature as per specified dimensions and file size requirements.
4
Pay the SLAT application fee online (typically ₹1,750 for one institute and higher for multiple institutes). Pay via debit/credit card or net banking.
5
Select exam city preference and download the confirmation. Admit card is issued approximately one week before the exam date.
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How to Register for AILET 2027
Best for: NLU Delhi (exclusively) | Registration: ~August 2026 | Website: nationallawuniversitydelhi.in
Registration Opens
~August 2026
Exam Date
~December 2026 (alongside CLAT)
Application Fee
₹3,000 (General)
Target Institutions
NLU Delhi (only)
AILET Registration Overview:
1
Visit nationallawuniversitydelhi.in when the AILET 2027 notification is released. Register with your email and mobile number.
2
Fill the application form with personal and academic details. Note: AILET collects Class 12 percentage and category details, which affect eligibility for NLU Delhi's various seat categories.
3
Upload photo, signature, and relevant certificates. Pay ₹3,000 (General/OBC/EWS) or ₹1,000 (SC/ST/PwD). Submit and download confirmation.

10. Registration Fee Comparison | LSAT India vs Active Alternatives

One of the most practical questions for law aspirants is how the registration costs of active exams compare to what LSAT India charged. Here is a comprehensive fee comparison to help you budget for 2026-27:

Exam General Category Fee SC/ST Fee Status 2026 Institutions Covered
LSAT India ₹3,999/session ₹3,999 (no concession) ❌ Discontinued ~19 private colleges (historical)
CLAT 2027 ₹4,000 ₹3,500 ✅ Active 24 NLUs + 65+ private colleges
LNAT-UK 2026 ~₹4,500–₹6,500 (£50–75 equiv.) No concession ✅ Active Jindal JGLS + 9 UK universities
SLAT 2026 ₹1,750 – ₹2,500 Same (no concession) ✅ Active 4 Symbiosis Law School campuses
AILET 2027 ₹3,000 ₹1,000 ✅ Active NLU Delhi only
CUET Law 2026 ₹750 – ₹1,500 (domain + language) ₹375 – ₹750 ✅ Active DU, BHU, Jamia + central unis
MH CET Law 2026 ₹800 ₹600 ✅ Active Maharashtra state law colleges (GLC, ILS Pune)
💰 Smart Strategy: Multi-Exam Registration for Maximum Options

The total cost of registering for CLAT + SLAT + AILET is approximately ₹8,750 | barely more than two LSAT India sessions used to cost. By registering for all three, you cover 24 NLUs, NLU Delhi, Symbiosis Law Schools, and access to 65+ private law colleges | far broader than LSAT India ever offered. Add LNAT-UK if Jindal Global is specifically your target.

11. If You Have an Old LSAT India Score | Practical Guidance for 2026-27

A significant number of students who appeared in LSAT India 2023 or 2024 (the last sessions) are wondering whether their old scores can be used for 2026-26 or 2026-27 admissions. Here is the complete picture:

Old Score Year Score Technically Valid Until Practical Usability for 2026-27 Recommended Action
LSAT India Jan 2024 January 2029 (5-yr validity) Very Limited Do not rely on it; register for active alternatives
LSAT India May 2024 May 2029 (5-yr validity) Very Limited Contact individual colleges; do not rely on it
LSAT India 2022 / 2023 2027 / 2028 (5-yr validity) Minimal Almost certainly not accepted; switch to active exams
LSAT India pre-2022 Expired or expiring Not accepted Register for CLAT/LNAT-UK immediately

The critical point is that O.P. Jindal Global Law School | the most prestigious college that accepted LSAT India | has permanently moved to LNAT-UK. Jindal will not accept any LSAT India score, regardless of its validity period, for any admission cycle from 2026-26 onwards. For all other colleges that previously accepted LSAT India, the situation varies:

  • Most have either switched to their own entrance tests or now accept CLAT scores
  • A small number may still consider old LSAT India scores on a case-by-case basis | contact the specific college's admissions office directly
  • Alliance University, UPES, and Christ University have their own current admission processes that do not depend on LSAT India
  • Do not make admissions decisions based on an old LSAT India score without confirmed written acceptance from the target institution

12. LSAT India Registration | Frequently Asked Questions

Is the LSAT India 2026 registration form available anywhere?
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No. The LSAT India 2026 registration form does not exist and was never made available. LSAC and Pearson VUE discontinued the exam before any 2026 registration window could open. Any website claiming to offer an LSAT India 2026 application form link is either operating on severely outdated information or is fraudulent. The official lsatindia.in website is defunct. Do not submit any personal information or payment to third-party sites claiming to facilitate LSAT India registration.

What was the last date to register for LSAT India 2024?
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For the LSAT India May 2024 session (the last session ever conducted), the registration deadline was May 5, 2024 (revised from the initially announced May 2, 2024). The exam was held from May 16–19, 2024. For the January 2024 session, the registration closed in early January 2024 with the exam held on January 20–21, 2024. There have been no registration windows after May 2024 as the exam was subsequently discontinued.

Can I get a refund of my LSAT India registration fee paid in 2024?
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LSAC and Pearson VUE's official policy stated that the LSAT India registration fee was strictly non-refundable under any circumstances. This policy applied even in cases of exam cancellation or rescheduling. If you paid the fee for a 2024 session and appeared in that exam, no refund is applicable since the service (the exam) was delivered. If you believe you were charged for a 2026 session that was never officially opened (which would be unusual given the timing of the discontinuation announcement), you should contact your bank or card issuer about disputing the charge, as the exam authority no longer operates in India.

How many times could a candidate register for LSAT India in a year?
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LSAT India was offered twice a year | January and May sessions. Candidates could register for one or both sessions, paying ₹3,999 per session. There was no limit on the number of years a candidate could attempt LSAT India. Scores were valid for up to 5 years, so a candidate could theoretically have multiple scores on record. When applying to colleges, candidates typically submitted their best score. Unlike the US LSAT (which had restrictions on number of attempts), LSAT India placed no annual or lifetime attempt limit.

Was LSAT India registration open for foreign nationals?
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Yes, one of LSAT India's notable features was that both Indian nationals and foreign nationals were eligible to register and appear. There was no age limit and no nationality restriction set by LSAC for LSAT India registration. However, individual colleges had their own policies regarding admission of foreign nationals | some accepted them freely while others had restrictions. The openness to foreign nationals was a differentiating feature of LSAT India compared to CLAT, which is primarily designed for Indian nationals.

What happens if I search "LSAT India registration 2026" and find a website offering the form?
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This is a critical warning: Several websites appear in search results for "LSAT India registration 2026" but are either: (1) Outdated informational pages from coaching centres that haven't updated their content; (2) Clickbait sites that use LSAT India keywords but actually direct you to other exams; or (3) Fraudulent sites that may attempt to collect registration fees or personal data. LSAT India 2026 registration is NOT possible | the exam does not exist. Do not provide your credit card details, Aadhaar number, or mobile OTP to any such site. The only legitimate LSAT India registration ever existed on lsatindia.in, which is now defunct.

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Priya Sharma
Senior Law Education Editor, LawGuru India
LLM from NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad. 8+ years covering Indian law entrance exams, NLU admissions, and private law school admission processes. This page documents LSAT India registration as a historical reference and provides verified guidance on active alternatives. Last verified: May 27, 2026. Sources: LSAC official communications, Pearson VUE announcements, Bar & Bench, Careers360, consortiumofnlus.ac.in.