CLAT 2025 Exam: A Brief Overview
The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is a prestigious national-level entrance exam conducted for admission to undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programs across various National Law Universities (NLUs) in India. Here’s a concise note on the CLAT 2025 exam:
1. Exam Overview
Exam Name: Common Law Admission Test (CLAT)
Year: 2025
Conducting Body: Consortium of National Law Universities
Purpose: To provide admission to the 5-year integrated BA LLB (Hons) and LLM programs offered by 24 NLUs and various other participating law schools.
2. Exam Pattern for CLAT 2025
UG Exam:
– Duration: 2 hours
– Mode: Pen-and-paper (offline)
– Type of Questions: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Sections:
– English Language
– Current Affairs, including General Knowledge
– Legal Reasoning
– Logical Reasoning
– Quantitative Techniques
– Total Questions: 120
– Marking Scheme: 1 mark for each correct answer, -0.25 for each incorrect answer.
PG Exam:
– Duration: 2 hours
– Mode: Pen-and-paper (offline)
– Type of Questions: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and a descriptive paper
Sections:
– Constitutional Law
– Other Major Law Subjects
– Total Questions: 120 (MCQs)
– Marking Scheme: 1 mark for each correct answer, -0.25 for each incorrect answer.
3. Eligibility Criteria
UG Program: Candidates must have passed their 10+2 examination or an equivalent examination with a minimum percentage (usually 45% for general category and 40% for reserved categories).
PG Program: Candidates should hold a 3-year or 5-year LLB degree with the prescribed percentage of marks.
4. Key Dates for CLAT 2025
Notification Release: 15th July 2024
Application Period: 15th July 2024 – 15th October 2024
Exam Date: 1st December 2024
Result Declaration: Generally, results are announced within a few weeks after the exam.
5. Preparation Tips
Understand the Syllabus: Familiarize yourself with the CLAT syllabus and exam pattern.
Regular Practice: Solve previous years’ question papers and take mock tests.
Current Affairs: Stay updated with national and international news.
Legal Awareness: Read about basic legal principles and landmark judgments.
Time Management: Practice time management skills to handle the exam’s time constraints effectively.
6. Important Resources
Official Website: [CLAT Consortium](https://www.consortiumofnlus.ac.in)
Books: Refer to standard books and guides for CLAT preparation.
Online Resources: Use online platforms for practice tests and current affairs updates.
The CLAT 2025 exam is a crucial step for those aiming to pursue a career in law through esteemed institutions. Proper preparation and a thorough understanding of the exam structure will be key to success.
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For any updates or detailed information, always refer to the official CLAT Consortium website or contact the Consortium’s helpdesk.