CLAT Exam - Complete Overview
Important Updates:
Next CLAT Exam Date: Dec 2026
CLAT 2027 Important Updates
The CLAT is a national-level entrance exam conducted for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate law programmes in India.
CLAT Important Updates
- CLAT 2026 exam was conducted on 7 December 2025
- CLAT 2027 notification is expected around July-August 2026
- Online registration for CLAT 2027 is likely to begin in July or August 2026
- CLAT 2027 exam is tentatively expected in early December 2026
CLAT Exam Overview
The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is one of the most prestigious law entrance examinations in India.
It is conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities for admission into 5-year integrated LLB programmes and postgraduate LLM programmes offered by National Law Universities.
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CLAT Exam Pattern
CLAT UG Exam Pattern
The CLAT UG exam is designed to test a candidate’s reading ability, reasoning skills, and understanding of current affairs through passage-based questions.
Exam Details
- Mode of Examination: Offline (Pen & Paper)
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Total Questions: 120 MCQs
- Total Marks: 120
Marking Scheme
Incorrect Answer: –0.25 mark
| Section | Questions | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 22–26 | ~20% |
| Current Affairs incl. GK | 28–32 | ~25% |
| Legal Reasoning | 28–32 | ~25% |
| Logical Reasoning | 22–26 | ~20% |
| Quantitative Techniques | 10–14 | ~10% |
CLAT PG Exam Pattern
The CLAT PG exam is conducted for admission to LLM programmes and tests advanced understanding of legal subjects.
Exam Details
- Mode of Examination: Offline (Pen & Paper)
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Total Questions: 120 MCQs
- Total Marks: 120
Marking Scheme
Incorrect Answer: –0.25 mark
CLAT Exam Syllabus
CLAT primarily evaluates reading comprehension, reasoning ability, legal aptitude, and awareness of current affairs.
CLAT UG Syllabus
CLAT UG Syllabus
The CLAT UG syllabus is designed to test reading ability, reasoning skills, and awareness of current affairs.
English Language
– This section contains passages followed by comprehension questions.
– Topics include vocabulary, grammar, sentence correction, inference, and understanding the main idea of the passage.
Current Affairs including GK
– Questions are based on passages related to recent events and important developments.
– Topics generally include national and international news, government schemes, international organisations, awards, sports, and important legal developments.
Legal Reasoning
– This section tests the ability to understand legal principles and apply them to factual situations.
– Candidates are given passages related to legal issues and must answer questions based on reasoning rather than prior legal knowledge.
Logical Reasoning
– Passages in this section assess analytical thinking and the ability to identify arguments, assumptions, conclusions, and logical patterns.
Quantitative Techniques
– Questions are based on short sets of numerical information, graphs, or data tables.
– Topics generally include basic mathematics such as ratios, percentages, averages, and data interpretation.
CLAT PG Syllabus
CLAT PG Syllabus
The CLAT PG syllabus focuses on advanced legal knowledge and interpretation of legal texts.
Candidates are given passages taken from important legal subjects, and questions test understanding of legal principles and case law.
Major subjects include:
- Constitutional Law
- Jurisprudence
- Administrative Law
- Law of Contract
- Torts
- Family Law
- Criminal Law
- Property Law
- Company Law
- Public International Law
- Tax Law
- Environmental Law
- Labour and Industrial Law
CLAT Exam Eligibility
CLAT UG Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
A candidate must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board.
Minimum Marks Required
- General / OBC / PWD / NRI / PIO / OCI: Minimum 45 per cent marks in Class 12
- SC / ST: Minimum 40 per cent marks in Class 12
Students appearing for their Class 12 board examinations in the same year are also eligible to apply, provided they produce proof of qualification at the time of admission.
Age Limit:
There is no upper age limit for appearing in CLAT UG.
CLAT PG Eligibility Criteria
For admission to LLM programmes through CLAT PG, the following conditions apply:
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must have completed LL.B. or an equivalent degree from a recognised university.
Minimum Marks Required
- General / OBC / PWD / NRI / PIO / OCI: Minimum 50 per cent marks in LL.B.
- SC / ST: Minimum 45 per cent marks in LL.B.
Candidates who are in the final year of their LL.B. programme are also eligible to appear for the exam, subject to fulfilling the degree requirement at the time of admission.
Age Limit:
There is no upper age limit for appearing in CLAT PG.
In simple terms, CLAT PG requires an LL.B. degree or final-year eligibility.
