CLAT

Eligibility Criteria for CLAT

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must have completed 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board or university.
• Minimum Percentage: General category candidates must have at least 45% marks, while candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/PWD categories must have at least 40% marks in the qualifying examination.
• Age Limit: There is no age limit to apply for CLAT.
• Nationality: Indian nationals, NRIs, and foreign nationals are eligible to apply.

CLAT Exam Pattern

• Mode of Exam: Computer Based Test (Online)
• Number of Questions: Usually around 150 questions.
• Marking Scheme: +1 mark for each correct answer; no negative marking for incorrect answers (subject to change as per year)
• Subjects Covered:
  • English Language
  • Current Affairs including General Knowledge
  • Legal Reasoning
  • Logical Reasoning
  • Quantitative Techniques (Mathematics)
• Exam Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes)
• Notification Release: Generally released in the month of January every year.
• Exam Date: Usually conducted in May every year.

CLAT Syllabus

• English Language
  • Comprehension of a passage
  • Vocabulary, grammar, and sentence correction
  • Synonyms, antonyms, and vocabulary usage
• Current Affairs including General Knowledge
  • National and international events of last one year
  • History, geography, and important awards
  • Sports, culture, and economic developments
• Legal Reasoning
  • Understanding and applying legal propositions
  • Legal maxims and principles
  • Logical application of legal concepts
• Logical Reasoning
  • Critical reasoning
  • Analytical reasoning
  • Pattern recognition and sequences
• Quantitative Techniques (Mathematics)
  • Basic arithmetic
  • Algebra and mensuration
  • Data interpretation and problem-solving

Other Important Information about CLAT

Application Process

1. Visit the official website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in
2. Register by creating a new account using valid email and mobile number.
3. Fill in the online application form with personal and academic details.
4. Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and other required documents as per specifications.
5. Pay the application fee online through available modes (debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI).
6. Submit the application and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
7. Note: There is no offline application process.

Courses Offered

• Undergraduate 5-year integrated law courses like B.A. LL.B., B.B.A. LL.B., B.Sc. LL.B.
• Postgraduate LLM courses

Admit Card

• Admit cards are usually released 10–15 days prior to the exam date.
• Download admit card from the official website by logging into your candidate account.
• Carry a printed copy of the admit card to the exam center along with valid photo ID.
• Admit card contains important details like exam center, timing, instructions etc.

Results & Cut-Offs

• Results are declared on the official website generally within 1 month of the exam date.
• Merit list and cut-off scores vary each year depending on number of candidates and difficulty level.
• Cut-offs differ for various categories and universities.

Preparation Tips

• Understand the exam pattern and syllabus thoroughly.
• Practice previous years' question papers and take mock tests regularly.
• Refer to standard books such as:
  • "Legal Aptitude for the CLAT and Other Law Entrance Examinations" by A.P. Bhardwaj
  • "Word Power Made Easy" by Norman Lewis (for English Vocabulary)
  • Lucent's General Knowledge for Current Affairs
• Follow current affairs through newspapers and reliable online portals.
• Join coaching or online test series if needed for better preparation.

FAQs

• Q: Is there negative marking in CLAT?
  A: No, CLAT usually does not have negative marking but candidates must check the latest notification.
• Q: Can foreign nationals apply for CLAT?
  A: Yes, foreign nationals and NRIs can apply through a separate application process.
• Q: What is the mode of the exam?
  A: The exam is computer-based and conducted online.
• Q: How many attempts are allowed?
  A: There is no restriction on the number of attempts.
• Q: Are there any reservations in CLAT?
  A: Yes, reservations are applicable as per government norms for SC/ST/OBC/PwD categories.