Please explain a proper strategy for CLAT for pure droppers, with proper schedule.

If you are a dropper, you know that it is not just the knowledge that is tested in the CLAT exam; it tests your intellect. If you are a dropper, you have plenty of time to practice mock tests because your basics are clear. So try to attempt one mock test daily and slowly increase it to two mock tests. After taking the test it is important to analyze your test and evaluate your performance regularly. While practising, you can also explore your choices. Try attempting different sections first, and know your strong area to start in the exam. After practising a lot of tests, you will have an idea about which section to attempt first and how much time to allot to each section. Once you build this master plan before the exam, nobody can stop you from cracking it. A dropper can devote more time to CLAT preparation as compared to the school students. This can be your plus point and a motivation factor to crack the exam this year. If you get frustrated thinking about your year dropped, just think, You Can And You Will. If this method does not work, talk to your mentors and your friends, and keep yourself motivated. Make your own strategy and work on it rather than seeing other students. Always make sure to satisfy yourself with the preparation you do. Some tips for the droppers- You may sometimes feel that your class fellows are joining the best colleges and having all the fun. But joining a college of your choice is better to keep away from future regrets. Never think that you are wasting your time. Take it as an opportunity to crack your dream law school. Don't self doubt. Mock test marks are not your original CLAT score. They are just the parameters to guide you in your journey. Scores will keep changing if you put more efforts in improving your weaknesses. Let failure not bother you. Fearing results will lead to stress and stop you from giving your best. Understand that your hard work needs a little bit of intelligence to produce good results. All the Best. Good luck.

CLAT PG Pattern 2026: Exam Mode, Marking Scheme, Negative Marking & Exam Duration

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This exam is conducted for courses given below:

BA LLB, BCom LLB, BSc LLB, BBA ...LLM

Updated on Jul 25, 2025 16:27 IST

By Anupama Mehra, Assistant Manager – Content

CLAT 2026 exam pattern for LLM courses has been released by NLU Consortium. The CLAT LLM paper will carry both objective- and subjective-type questions. The Consortium dropped the subjective section from the CLAT PG Exam 2026. As per the revised CLAT Exam Pattern 2026, candidates have to attempt a total of 120 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) in 120 minutes duration. Given below is the detailed CLAT pattern for LLM.

Candidates are advised to thoroughly go through the CLAT exam pattern 2026 for LLM courses to know important test details such as the number of questions, type of questions, maximum marks, minimum cutoff criteria, exam subjects and marking scheme.

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