About SLS Noida & Its Discretionary Quota
Symbiosis Law School, Noida (SLS Noida) is a constituent of Symbiosis International (Deemed University), established in 2010 and accredited by UGC and NAAC. Located in the Delhi–NCR region, it has grown into one of North India's prominent private law schools, with strong internship access to nearby courts, law firms and corporates.
Like the other SLS campuses, a small share of seats — commonly called "management quota" and officially the Discretionary Quota — is allotted by the institute's own discretion, on top of the regular SLAT merit list. Every candidate, regardless of category, must still appear for the entrance test; the discretionary route does not bypass it.
Courses Offered at SLS Noida
- BA LLB (Hons.) — 5-year integrated UG programme
- BBA LLB (Hons.) — 5-year integrated UG programme
- LLM — 1-year PG programme, specialisations in Business & Corporate Law and Criminal Law & Security Law
Seat Intake
| Programme | Approx. Seats |
|---|---|
| BA LLB | 120 |
| BBA LLB | 180 |
| LLM | 20 |
Total UG intake across BA LLB and BBA LLB is around 300 seats; the discretionary quota typically covers a small percentage of this total, set by the institute each year.
Entrance Exam
| Exam | Applicable For | Format |
|---|---|---|
| SLAT (Symbiosis Law Admission Test) | BA LLB / BBA LLB — UG | Computer-based test, followed by Personal Interaction (PI) |
| AIAT (All India Admission Test) | LLM — PG | Computer-based test, followed by Personal Interview |
SLAT is a common entrance exam across all SLS campuses (Pune, Noida, Hyderabad, Nagpur) — you choose and pay for SLS Noida specifically while registering.
Eligibility Criteria
- BA LLB / BBA LLB: Passed Class 12 (10+2) from a recognised board with minimum 45% marks, with a 5% relaxation for SC/ST candidates, plus a valid SLAT score.
- LLM: A 3-year or 5-year LLB degree with minimum 50% marks (5% relaxation for SC/ST), plus a valid AIAT score.
Admission Process — Step by Step
- Register for SLAT (UG) or AIAT (LLM) via the Symbiosis Centre for International Education (SCIE) portal.
- Select SLS Noida as your preferred institute and pay the per-institute application fee.
- Appear for the entrance test on the scheduled date.
- Result & shortlisting for the Personal Interaction (PI) round based on your score.
- Attend the PI round.
- Merit list rounds are released in stages; discretionary/management quota offers are made directly by the institute to eligible candidates outside the merit cut-off.
- Confirm your seat by paying the fee within the window given in the offer/merit list round.
Fee Details (SLS Noida)
| Programme | Annual Fee (without hostel) | Approx. Total for Full Duration |
|---|---|---|
| BA LLB (5 years) | ≈ ₹4,41,000 | ≈ ₹21 – 22 lakh |
| BBA LLB (5 years) | ≈ ₹4,41,000 | ≈ ₹21 – 22 lakh |
| LLM (1 year) | ≈ ₹2,06,000 | ≈ ₹2.06 lakh |
| Other Charges | Approx. Amount |
|---|---|
| Application fee — BA LLB / BBA LLB | ≈ ₹2,250 |
| Application fee — LLM | ≈ ₹2,150 |
| Hostel & mess (if opted) | Adds to total cost; varies by year |
With hostel and mess included, the total 5-year cost for BA LLB/BBA LLB at SLS Noida has been reported at around ₹30–31 lakh. Discretionary/management quota seats generally carry a higher fee than the regular merit-seat fee shown above.
Documents Typically Required
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates (or LLB degree/mark sheets for LLM)
- SLAT / AIAT scorecard or admit card
- Transfer certificate and migration certificate
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), if applicable
- Passport-size photographs and a valid photo ID
- Domicile / nationality proof, especially for NRI or foreign national categories
Before You Approach an "Admission Consultant"
- Discretionary quota decisions rest with SLS Noida's admissions committee, not with any outside agency.
- SLAT/AIAT and the PI round are mandatory for every category, including discretionary quota — there is no exam-free backdoor.
- Verify fee structure, seat availability, and deadlines directly on the official SLS Noida / SCIE website, or by contacting the admissions office.
- Be wary of demands for large advance payments to "block" a seat before an official offer letter has been issued.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does SLS Noida have a separate exam for management quota?
No. Every applicant, including those hoping for a discretionary quota seat, must appear for SLAT (UG) or AIAT (LLM) and the PI round.
How is SLS Noida different from SLS Pune in terms of fees?
SLS Noida's BA LLB/BBA LLB annual fee is generally lower than SLS Pune's, though both are revised each year — always check current figures on the official site.
Can I apply to more than one SLS campus with a single SLAT attempt?
Yes — one SLAT score is used across SLS Pune, Noida, Hyderabad and Nagpur; you separately select and pay for each institute you want to be considered at.