National Law Aptitude Test (NLAT)

The National Law Aptitude Test (NLAT) is an entrance exam conducted by NMIMS University for admissions to its five-year integrated BBA LL.B. (Hons.) degree program. Here's a breakdown of its syllabus and pattern:

Syllabus:
⚫ Logical Reasoning: This section tests your ability to identify patterns, analyze information, and draw logical conclusions. It may include questions on syllogisms, analogies, critical reasoning, and problem-solving.
⚫ Quantitative Techniques: This section assesses your mathematical skills, including data interpretation, number systems, arithmetic operations, algebra, geometry, and statistics.
⚫ Current Affairs and General Knowledge: This section tests your awareness of current events, national and international affairs, legal issues, social issues, and general knowledge.
⚫ Legal Reasoning: This section assesses your understanding of basic legal principles, legal terms, legal systems, and legal reasoning.
⚫ English Language: This section tests your English language proficiency in areas such as grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, and analytical writing.

Pattern:
⚫ Number of sections: 5 (as mentioned above)
⚫ Total questions: 120
⚫ Total time: 120 minutes (2 hours)
⚫ Question type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
⚫ Marking scheme: 4 marks for each correct answer, 1 mark deduction for each incorrect answer
⚫ Negative marking: Yes

Additional points to note:
⚫ The syllabus and pattern may change slightly from year to year, so it's best to refer to the official website of NMIMS University for the latest information.
⚫ The exam is conducted online in a computer-based mode.
⚫ There is no sectional cut-off in NLAT.

Here are some resources that you might find helpful for your NLAT preparation:
⚫ Official NMIMS University website: https://www.toprankers.com/nmims-lat-application-form
⚫ NLAT syllabus and pattern: https://www.lawentrance.com/nlat/
⚫ NLAT practice tests and study materials: https://testprep.lawctopus.com/learn/LLS-CLAT--PG-2024