LSAT (Law School Admission Test)

Content Writer Papri Dutta
Updated On Date: Oct 11, 2025

LSAT 2026 Syllabus

LSAT Syllabus 2026 

The LSAT 2026 (Law School Admission Test India) is designed to evaluate critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and reading comprehension skills essential for success in law programs. Unlike tests relying on rote legal knowledge, LSAT focuses on assessing a candidate's aptitude in reasoning and understanding complex texts.

LSAT 2026 Syllabus Structure

The LSAT 2026 exam consists of four main sections with a total of 92 questions to be solved within 2 hours and 20 minutes. The following table provides a quick overview of the LSAT 2026 syllabus and the LSAT 2026 exam pattern.

Section

Number of Questions

Time Allowed

Analytical Reasoning

23

35 minutes

Logical Reasoning – 1

22

35 minutes

Logical Reasoning – 2

23

35 minutes

Reading Comprehension

24

35 minutes

Each section tests distinct yet complementary skills required for legal education and practice.

Section-wise Syllabus Details for LSAT 2026

Analytical Reasoning

This section assesses the ability to understand and draw logical conclusions from given facts or scenarios that may include

  • Ordering and sequencing relationships
  • Grouping and categorization problems
  • Seating arrangements
  • Drawing inferences from statements
  • Completing missing information based on rules

Candidates face sets of questions based on a single passage or scenario that require careful logical deduction without prior legal knowledge.

Logical Reasoning (Two Sections)

Logical reasoning evaluates critical thinking and argument analysis skills. Topics include:

  • Evaluating assumptions and conclusions
  • Strengthening or weakening arguments
  • Identifying flaws or fallacies in reasoning
  • Analyzing cause and effect

Pattern recognition and critical evaluation

These sections feature short arguments or statements followed by questions requiring deep analytical skills, again focusing on reasoning rather than memorized law.

Reading Comprehension

This section challenges candidates to read diverse passages on humanities, social science, science, or law-related topics, then answer questions testing:

  • Main idea and central themes
  • Author's tone and purpose
  • Inferences and conclusions
  • Organization and logic of the passage

It measures comprehension speed and understanding of complex texts—key abilities in legal studies.

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FAQs

Q1: What are the main sections of LSAT 2026?

Ans. LSAT 2026 includes Analytical Reasoning, two Logical Reasoning sections, and Reading Comprehension.

Q2: Does LSAT 2026 require knowledge of law?

Ans. No. It tests reasoning and comprehension skills and does not expect prior legal knowledge.

Q3: How many questions are there in the LSAT 2026 exam?

Ans. There are a total of 92 multiple-choice questions.

Q4: What topics are covered in the Analytical Reasoning section?

Ans. It covers ordering, grouping, seating arrangement puzzles, inference drawing, and completion of missing information.

Q5: How much time is allotted for each section of LSAT?

Ans. Each of the four sections has 35 minutes allocated, totalling 2 hours and 20 minutes for the entire exam.

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