Law Admission Test

The Law Admission Test (LAT) in Pakistan is mandatory for admission to a five-year undergraduate LLB degree program. It is conducted by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan thrice every year. The test is designed to assess the aptitude of students for specialized fields such as lawyer, Consultant, Judge, Attorney, Prosecutor, etc.

Paper Pattern:

The LAT is a 100 marks test divided into two parts:

Objective part (70 marks): This part consists of multiple-choice questions on the following topics:

• Logical reasoning
• Analytical reasoning
• English comprehension
• General knowledge

Subjective part (30 marks): This part consists of essay-type questions on the following topics:

• Current affairs
• Law and Society
• Critical thinking

To be eligible for the LAT, candidates must have either passed intermediate or are awaiting results. The minimum passing marks for the LAT is 50.

The LAT is an important test for students who aspire to pursue a career in law. A good score on the LAT can help students gain admission to top law schools in Pakistan and abroad.

Here are some tips for preparing for the LAT:

• Start early. The earlier you start preparing for the LAT, the more time you will have to cover the syllabus and practice answering questions.
• Use a variety of resources. Many books, online courses, and practice tests are available for the LAT. Use a variety of resources to get a well-rounded understanding of the material.
• Take practice tests. Practice tests are a great way to assess your progress and identify areas where you need to improve.
• Form a study group. Studying with other students can help you stay motivated and focused. You can also quiz each other and discuss difficult concepts.

Test Schedule

As of September 16, 2023, the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan has not yet announced the schedule for the LAT in 2024. However, based on the past schedule, it is likely that the LAT will be held twice in 2024, once in the first half of the year and once in the second half.

The tentative schedule for the LAT in 2024 is as follows:

• HEC LAT-1: February 2024
• HEC LAT-2: August 2024

The last date to apply for the LAT-1 is January 2024, and the last date to apply for the LAT-2 is July 2024.

The HEC will announce the official schedule for the LAT in 2024 in due course.

In the meantime, students interested in taking the LAT in 2024 can start preparing by following the tips mentioned in the previous answer.

Here are some additional tips for preparing for the LAT:

• Stay up-to-date on current affairs. The LAT includes a section on current affairs, so staying up-to-date on the latest news and events is important.
• Practice writing essays. The LAT includes a section on essay writing, so practicing writing essays on various topics is important.
• Take practice tests. Practice tests are a great way to assess your progress and identify areas where you need to improve.