CLAT is one of the most competitive law entrance exam, and candidates need to devote their time sufficiently to surpass cutoff marks. Know here the tips to prepare for CLAT in just 3 months with the main emphasis on exam pattern and syllabus.
3 months for CLAT Preparation
The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) will be conducted on December 1, 2024 for the academic year 2025. For qualifying CLAT exam with maximum marks, candidates have to prepare exhaustively, but in a strategic manner. They can also prepare for CLAT 2025 in just three months by following a plan. Therefore, while preparing for CLAT 2025, candidates were required to ensure a few things to score above cutoff marks, such as:
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- Knowing the subjects and syllabus for CLAT
- Referring the best books as recommended for CLAT
- Attempting CLAT past year question papers and mock tests
Apart from the key factors, candidates should know some keys tips to get a good rank in CLAT 2025 in the remaining time.
Step 1 - Knowing the CLAT 2025 pattern
A few important points regarding CLAT exam pattern to keep in mind include:
Q: Which are the best books for CLAT 2025?
Among all the books of CLAT 2025 in the world, first, go for the NCERT books. You must complete all the NCERT books first before moving to other reference books available in the market. After completing the NCERT books, you can go for the following books to boost up your practice and concepts: Universal’s LLB Entrance Guide, Lexis Nexis, Objective Arithmetic, GK Today, India Year Book and Analytical, Logical Reasoning by RS Aggarwal, Word Power Made Easy, Verbal Reasoning by RS Aggarwal, Manorama Year Book and Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey.
Q: Which books are there for CLAT exam?
For general knowledge, one can refer to the Lucent GK. The Current Affairs for CLAT 2025 can be prepared by reading daily newspapers and monthly magazines. The CLAT legal aptitude will have questions on topics such as Constitutional law, Law of Torts, Personal laws, Law of Contract, Jurisprudence, legal Current Affairs etc. There are various study materials available in online mode, including online coaching. The e-paper, articles, journals, and YouTube videos on CLAT preparation are important resources. Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey Bare Acts of Indian Constitution LexisNexis Butterworths Legal Awareness and Legal Aptitude by Andhra Pradesh Bhardwaj Universals CLAT Guide
Q: Which are the CLAT best books for Legal aptitude?
Candidates must note that it is most important sections in CLAT 2025 as it carries 25% weightage. The legal aptitude sections carries questions that are mostly concepts bases on topics such as Law of Tort, Law of Contract, Constitutional law, Indian Constitution, Polity, preposition and facts etc. Candidates can follow the study material and reference given here to prepare for CLAT legal aptitude section: Bare Acts of Indian Constitution, LexisNexis Butterworths, Legal Awareness and Legal Aptitude by Andhra Pradesh Bhardwaj, Universal’s CLAT Guide.
- Passage-based questions in all sections of the CLAT paper
- The total number of questions is 150 objective-type questions
- There is no change in the mode and language of the exam, that is, it remains a paper-based test and will be in English medium only
- The duration of the exam will be two hours, i.e. from 2:00 - 4:00 PM
- The sectional weightage of the CLAT 2025 exam is expected to be as under:
| Sections |
Questions weightage |
Marks weightage |
|---|---|---|
| English including Comprehension |
28 - 32 MCQs |
28 - 32 marks |
| Current Affairs including General Knowledge |
35 - 39 MCQs |
35 - 39 marks |
| Quantitative Techniques (Elementary mathematics up to class 10th standard) |
13 - 17 MCQs |
13 - 17 marks |
| Legal Reasoning |
35 - 39 MCQs |
35 - 39 marks |
| Logical Reasoning |
28 - 32 MCQs |
28 - 32 marks |
| Total Questions |
150 MCQs |
150 marks |
Candidates can relax a bit, as the Consortium’s motive in changing the exam pattern of CLAT was to make it convenient for the candidates. There will be comprehensive questions, therefore, the candidates should focus on improving their English reading skills, comprehension skills, grammar and vocabulary to increase the speed of attempting the examination.
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Step 2 – Knowing the subjects
The other important aspect in CLAT preparation is to know the topics to cover in each section of the question paper. CLAT syllabus will be of Class 12 level except for Quantitative Techniques, which will be of Class 10 Mathematics. All the sections will carry passages of around 300-450 words. Check below the detailed syllabus for the same:
English language – The section will carry questions based on an understanding of the passage, theme, and meanings of words used in the passage. Candidates will be required to read and comprehend the passages of contemporary, historically significant fiction and non-fiction writing to answer them.
Q: Which are the best books for English to crack CLAT 2025?
English sections of CLAT will test the reading, comprehension and basic grammar skills of the aspirants. Aspirants must focus on improving their reading skills while preparing for CLAT English section. Candidates should concentrate on grammar and vocabulary too. Candidates can check CLAT 2025 best books for English Language including comprehension here: English is Easy by Chetananand Singh, Barron’s Pocket Guide to Vocabulary, Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis, Objective General English by RS Aggarwal, High School English Grammar and Composition by Wren & Martin.
Q: Are NCERT books enough to complete the CLAT syllabus?
Yes, NCERT books are sufficient to complete the CLAT syllabus. A number of past years' CLAT toppers have claimed that they referred only to NCERT books for preparation. NCERT text books act as the base to complete the syllabus and develop conceptual clarity and understanding of the topics and chapters. However, for practice purposes, students may refer to other books and resources as well. It is advised that while starting the CLAT preparation, candidates refer to the NCERT books and move towards other books and advance resources after that.
Q: Which are the best books for CLAT 2025 General Knowledge and Current Affairs?
CLAT 2025 general knowledge section is very important and questions are asked from history, geography, economy and environment. Candidates can easily prepare for CLAT GK section by reading the standard books. But for the current affairs, they are advised to religiously read the newspapers and monthly magazines. Apart from this, the CLAT Books for General Knowledge and Current Affairs that candidates can refer are: Pearson General Knowledge Manual, Lucent’s General Knowledge, Manorama Year Book, India Year Book, Competition Success Review, Pratiyogita Darpan and Newspapers like: The Hindu, The Indian Express, The Telegraph.
Q: Which are the best preparation books for CLAT 2025?
Among all the books of CLAT 2025 in the world, first, go for the NCERT books. You must complete all the NCERT books first before moving to other reference books available in the market. After completing the NCERT books, you can go for the following books to boost up your practice and concepts: Universal’s LLB Entrance Guide, Lexis Nexis, Objective Arithmetic, GK Today, India Year Book and Analytical, Logical Reasoning by RS Aggarwal, Word Power Made Easy, Verbal Reasoning by RS Aggarwal, Manorama Year Book and Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey.
Q: Which are the best books for CLAT logical reasoning sections to refer to crack CLAT 2025?
The best books for CLAT logical reasoning 2025 sections are: Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by RS Aggarwal, Analytical and Logical Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal, Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey. Candidates must focus on practising the previous year questions and similar types of questions from several pratice books, to score good marks in CLAT logical reasoning section. In order to grasp the conceptual understanding of problems based on puzzles, blood relations, numbers, series, sets and arguments, the below-mentioned books would be extremely beneficial.
Also Read: Tips to prepare for the English section of CLAT
Current affairs including General Knowledge – Candidates will find passages based on news, journalistic sources and other non-fiction writings. Moreover, the section will also cover legal information and knowledge besides contemporary events in India and the world, arts and culture, world affairs as well as historical events.
Legal Reasoning – The section will be based on legal matters, public policy questions or moral philosophical enquiries. There will be passages followed by questions on general awareness of contemporary legal and moral issues.
Also Read: Tips to prepare for Legal Reasoning of CLAT
Logical Reasoning – The section carries passages of around 300 words based on relationships, analogies, logical sequences and arguments. Candidates will have to critically analyse the arguments, the pattern of reasoning, identify contradictions and conclude to attempt the questions.
Quantitative Techniques – The questions will be based on short sets of facts, propositions, graphs, pictorials, textuals or diagrammatic representations of numerical data and candidates will be required to attempt MCQs by deriving, inferring and manipulating the numerical data.
Step 3 – Best books to refer
Aspirants should get subject-specific books for all the sections of the CLAT question paper. Listed below are the books for CLAT preparation:
| Book name |
Author/ Publisher |
|---|---|
| Objective General English |
RS Aggarwal |
| General Knowledge Yearbook 2022-2023 |
Manorama |
| Lawmann’s Passage Based Questions For CLAT & Other Entrance Examinations |
Neeraj Kumar |
| 30 Days Wonder for Maths |
S Chand’s |
| Legal Awareness and Legal Reasoning |
AP Aggarwal |
Besides, there are preparation books for CLAT based on the new pattern as under:
- Self Study Guide CLAT 2024 by Arihant Experts
- CLAT 2023-2024 Grand Masters Box by LegalEdge Tutorials
- CLAT New Pattern Passage Based Question Bank with Past Questions By Disha Experts
Candidates need not buy all the books available for CLAT 2024 preparation but the ones that are based on new pattern. CLAT books carrying passages based on objective questions for English, Elementary Mathematics, Legal Aptitude and Reasoning, Current Affairs and General Knowledge will be the best source of preparation.
Step 4 – Attempting CLAT question paper and mock tests
To complete preparation, candidates need to attempt the CLAT question papers (past two years) conducted as per the latest exam pattern. Apart from last year's paper, candidates should attempt other previous year CLAT question papers to get a hang of the type of questions that are typically asked in the exam.
Candidates should also take CLAT mock tests based on the new pattern. This will help them in enhancing test-taking skills as well as giving an analysis of their preparation. As per exam experts, candidates should take at least three to four mock tests in a week. After taking the mock test, candidates should focus on the key areas that need preparation.
Key Tips for CLAT 2025 Preparation
Some other tips that candidates should keep in mind while preparing for each section of the CLAT exam include:
- To ace reading comprehension questions, practice, practice and practice
- Develop a daily habit of reading
- Develop the habit of reading reputed newspapers such as The Hindu as it will help you make your reading comprehension skills better
- Maintain a separate notebook for each section and make short notes while studying
- Create a rigid time-table for yourself and stick to it
- Maintain balance by giving sufficient time to proper sleep and food
- Remove any scope of procrastination if you wish to be among the CLAT toppers
- Do not rely on last-minute study if you wish to crack the exam
- Do not completely ignore any sectionas it can lead to degrade your chances of clearing the exam
- Solve CLAT Sample Papers
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Getting into the Faculty of Law at Delhi University (DU) with a CLAT rank of 2000 can be challenging. The cutoff ranks for DU's Faculty of Law are usually quite competitive, often within the top few hundred ranks, especially for general category students.
However, cutoffs can vary each year based on
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Yes, it is possible to get a JLU Bhopal LLB seat via CLAT scores. As per the university's admission policy, students who have taken CLAT and have secured 50 marks or above can get direct admission to one of the seats. Such candidates are not required to appear in any interview process.
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Yes, it is possible to get into the JLU Bhopal LLB programme without having a CLAT score. As per the admission policy, the university conducts its own entrance test for admission to various programmes, including LLB. The test is called JLUET. After the exam, students who have scored well are invited
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No, Symbiosis Law School (SLS) does not accept CLAT scores for admission to its law programs. Instead, it conducts its own entrance examination, known as the Symbiosis Law Admission Test (SLAT), for admission to undergraduate law courses (BA LLB and BBA LLB). Admissions are based on the performance
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As per the CLAT 2025 schedule, the Consortium of National Law Universities has released the CLAT 2025 results. Candidates seeking admission to the JLU Bhopal BBA LLB course via CLAT must have secured a minimum of 50 marks. Those who did not meet the prescribed cutoff can appear for the JLUET exam.
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As per official sources, the CLAT 2025 results have been released by the NLU Consortium. Candidates seeking admission to the JLU Bhopal BA LLB course via CLAT must have secured a minimum of 50 marks. Those who have not secured the prescribed marks can appear for the JLUET exam, which is conducted by
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It is very easy. When you wants to do BA LLB you can .
You can continue Prepration of both exams
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To apply for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT), follow these steps:
Step 1: Meet the Eligibility Criteria
Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for CLAT, which typically includes:
- - For UG Programmes: Passed 10+2 or equivalent examination with a minimum of 45% marks (40% for SC/ST candidates)
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The CLAT ranks below 1000 are enough for getting INLU of Nirma University.
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No, its not at all mandatory to give CLAT to become a lawyer. Candidates can enroll in Law courses offered by various universities and colleges to pursue UG and PG law courses. However, those who wish to take admission in one of NLUs except NLU Delhi will have to appear for Common National Admission
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