CLAT Preparation Strategy 2021 amid COVID

Stressed on how to prepare for CLAT 2021 amid COVID times? Check important CLAT preparation tips and strategy to ace the law exam during this tough COVID era.

Appearing for top entrance exams such as CLAT during COVID times is stressful for many candidates. While many are not able to join coaching for CLAT preparation, others are not able to give 100 per cent to their preparation due to COVID-related stress. The Consortium of NLUs had also postponed the CLAT 2021 exam until an indefinite date keeping in mind the safety of all the stakeholders of the exam. However, now the revised CLAT 2021 exam date has been announced. The law entrance exam will be held on July 23 from 2:00-4:00 PM.

While the revised CLAT exam date is out, it is important that candidates keep themselves calm and focus completely on cracking the law entrance exam. This article presents some important tips and strategies to prepare for CLAT amid COVID-19 pandemic.

Also Read: How to Prepare for CLAT 2021 without Coaching?

Tips to Prepare for CLAT 2021 amid COVID-19

Keep the below-mentioned tips in mind while preparing for CLAT 2021 exam:

Revise CLAT syllabus and exam pattern

Start or resume your CLAT preparation by going through the CLAT exam pattern and syllabus again. Having a thorough understanding of CLAT 2021 syllabus and exam pattern before starting with the study is extremely important to know the right direction for preparation.

The CLAT 2021 exam will contain total 150 comprehension-based objective-type questions from five subjects including English Language, Current Affairs including General Knowledge, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning and Quantitative Techniques. The exam will be of two hours duration and maximum marks that candidates can secure in the exam are 150. There is also negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.

Also Read: Important topics to study from CLAT 2021 syllabus

Chalk out CLAT preparation strategy

One you thoroughly understand the syllabus and pattern for CLAT, chalk out a preparation strategy for yourself. In your CLAT preparation strategy, priority should be given to subjects and topics in which you are weak.

Select the right CLAT books

CLAT books and other study material have the potential to make or break your performance in the exam. While selecting the books for CLAT preparation, it is important that you pick the ones with latest edition and renowned authors.

Practice CLAT question papers

Practicing previous years’ CLAT question papers gives a clear picture about the nature and difficulty level of the questions. The previous year papers also help in understanding important topics for CLAT preparation.

With the postponement of the law entrance exam, you have got that extra room to practice as many CLAT question papers as possible. It is important that you do not let the extra time get wasted and practice at least two CLAT papers a day. It may be noted that practicing CLAT 2020 question paper is of utmost importance as it is based on the latest CLAT pattern.

Practice CLAT mock tests

Although CLAT is usually held in offline mode as a pen-and-paper based test, last year it was conducted in online mode to ensure safety of students during COVID times. While the decision on whether CLAT will be conducted in online mode in 2021 is yet to taken, it is recommended to keep practicing the CLAT mock tests.

Attempting CLAT mock tests gives the real look and feel of the exam and helps you appear for the online exam with confidence.

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Focus on time management

During this extra time of preparation for CLAT due to postponement of the exam, it is a good time for you to focus on your time management skills. To strengthen time management skills, it is important that you attempt CLAT previous year paper in not more than two hours. Further, you can also allot yourself time to attempt each question of the exam.    

Do not forget revision

Constant revision of the topics that you study is the key to achieve desired result in the CLAT exam. Timetable for CLAT preparation should be created in a way two days in a week should be kept for revising concepts studied over the past five days. Thereafter, once you are over with studying all the topics in CLAT syllabus, at least three to four weeks should be dedicated completely to revision for the exam.

Be consistent with preparation

Being consistent with your CLAT preparation is one of the most important things that can lead you to success. Therefore, do not give gaps in your preparation and be completely focused and consistent with your studies.

Keep yourself calm

The current COVID-19 situation has taken a toll on many individuals. However, what is important is to keep yourself calm and keep striving to achieve success. It is advised to take short breaks after every one or two hours of study and utilise the time to eat well and relax by following your favourite hobby such listening to songs, cooking, reading and so on.

Colleges Accepting CLAT 2021 Scores & Seats Available

This year, total 3,615 seats are available for law admissions through CLAT exam. Total 22 NLUs will be participating in the CLAT 2021 exam offering integrated-LLB and LLM courses to students.

Check total seat intake at CLAT participating institutes 2021 below: