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CLAT 2025 (Latest Updates): Application Form (Open), Exam Date, Syllabus, Preparation Tips, Question Papers

Noida, 29 July 2024: The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) has opened the application form for CLAT 2025 starting July 15 at 12 pm. Candidates can fill out and submit the application form on the official website, consortiumofnlus.ac.in. The deadline for CLAT 2025 registration is October 15, 2024. The CLAT 2025 exam is scheduled for December 1, from 2 pm to 4 pm. The exam syllabus covers English, General Knowledge, Legal Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, and Mathematics. The PG-CLAT 2025 will include questions on various LLB subjects. Read on to learn more about CLAT 2025, including exam details, fees, syllabus, and preparation tips.

Latest CLAT 2025 Updates

Practice Questions:

  • English
  • Quantitative
  • Criminal Law

Mock Tests:

  • Mock Test 1
  • Mock Test 2
  • Mock Test 3

Current Affairs:

  • April
  • May
  • June

What is CLAT?

The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs). It is held annually for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate law programs. The participating NLUs include top law schools such as NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR Hyderabad, WBNUJS Kolkata, and NLU Jodhpur. CLAT scores are also accepted by over 60 other law schools, including Delhi University and IIM Rohtak for their law programs.

Important CLAT 2025 Dates

  • Application Form Release: July 15, 2024
  • Registration Deadline: October 15, 2024
  • Exam Date: December 1, 2024 (2 pm to 4 pm)
  • Admit Card Release: Third week of November 2024
  • Provisional Answer Key: December 1, 2024 (Evening)
  • Final Answer Key: First week of December 2024
  • Result Declaration: Second week of December 2024

Eligibility Criteria

UG-CLAT 2025:

  • Must have passed Class 12th from a recognized board with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST candidates).

PG-CLAT 2025:

  • Must have completed a 3-year LLB or a 5-year LLB from a BCI-recognized university with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST candidates).

Age Limit: No age limit for CLAT exam attempts.

Registration Process

Candidates can register for CLAT 2025 online at consortiumofnlus.ac.in. The registration fee is Rs. 4,000 for general and OBC candidates and Rs. 3,500 for SC and ST candidates. The deadline for registration is October 15, 2024. Follow these steps to register:

  1. Visit the official website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in
  2. Register using an email ID and mobile number.
  3. Fill in personal, communication, and educational details.
  4. Select preferred exam centers.
  5. Indicate reservation status and upload necessary documents.
  6. Choose NLU preferences.
  7. Pay the registration fee online.

Exam Pattern and Syllabus

The CLAT 2025 exam consists of five sections:

  • English Language and Comprehension
  • Legal Reasoning and Aptitude
  • Elementary Mathematics
  • Logical Reasoning
  • Current Affairs and General Knowledge

Subject-wise Distribution of Marks:

  • English Language: 22-26 questions (20%)
  • Current Affairs/General Knowledge: 28-32 questions (25%)
  • Legal Reasoning: 28-32 questions (25%)
  • Logical Reasoning: 22-26 questions (20%)
  • Quantitative Techniques: 10-14 questions (10%)

Candidates are advised to follow the official syllabus and exam pattern for preparation.

Additional Resources

Practice with Mock Tests:

  • Engage in regular mock tests available on the official website and other educational platforms to assess preparation levels and improve time management.

Stay Updated with Current Affairs:

  • Regularly read newspapers and current affairs magazines to stay updated on legal and general knowledge topics relevant to CLAT.

Focus on Weak Areas:

  • Identify and strengthen weak areas through dedicated practice and review.

For detailed information on CLAT 2025, visit the official website or refer to trusted educational resources and guides.

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