CLAT UG 2026 — Exam Pattern, Syllabus & Preparation
CLAT UG, conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities, is the national entrance exam for 5-year integrated LL.B. programs at 20+ National Law U…
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CLAT UG (Common Law Admission Test (Undergraduate)): CLAT UG, conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities, is the national entrance exam for 5-year integrated LL.B. programs at 20+ National Law Universities including NALSAR, NLIU Bhopal and WBNUJS, and is accepted by many other law schools. It is a comprehension-heavy test of English, reasoning, quantitative techniques, current affairs and legal aptitude — no prior legal knowledge is required.
CLAT UG Exam Pattern
| Total questions | 120 |
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Marking scheme | +1 for correct, −0.25 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted |
Sections
- English Language (comprehension passages)
- Current Affairs & General Knowledge
- Legal Reasoning
- Logical Reasoning
- Quantitative Techniques — ~120 passage-based MCQs total
Subjects Covered in CLAT UG
English Comprehension · Legal Reasoning · Logical Reasoning · Current Affairs & General Knowledge · Quantitative Techniques
How to Prepare for CLAT UG
- Read editorials and legal/governance news daily (a good newspaper plus a monthly current-affairs compilation) — comprehension speed and current affairs decide most CLAT scores.
- Practise passage-based questions across all sections; CLAT is now comprehension-first, so pure factual cramming matters less than reading and reasoning quickly under time pressure.
- For Legal Reasoning, you don't need to memorise the law — practise applying given principles to fact situations, which is the actual skill being tested.
CLAT UG — Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need prior legal knowledge for CLAT?
No. The Legal Reasoning section provides the principles you need and tests whether you can apply them to a scenario. Strong reading and reasoning skills matter more than memorised law.
Who can apply for CLAT UG?
Any Class 12 pass student (any stream) can apply; there is generally no upper age limit for the UG test. Check the Consortium's current notification for exact eligibility.
Which colleges accept CLAT scores?
CLAT is used by 20+ National Law Universities and accepted by many private law schools. Some top NLUs (like NLU Delhi) run a separate exam (AILET).
📌 Exam patterns and dates can change — always verify the latest details on the official website before applying.
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