CLAT Admit Card 2025 (OUT): NLU Hall Ticket Link, Download Here, Exam Day Instructions

The consortium of NLUs released the CLAT 2025 Admit Card on November 15, 2024. Candidates can download CLAT 2025 admit card from the official website - consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Candidates must note that they will not be allowed to appear in the exam without CLAT Admit Card 2025. The Consortium issued CLAT 2025 Admit Card to only those who have filled the CLAT Application Form 2025 carefully. 

The CLAT admit card was released on November 15, 2024. Before releasing the admit card, the exam authority opened the CLAT application correction window. Candidates could download the CLAT admit card by entering their login details on the official website. Know here all about CLAT admit card - https://www.shiksha.com/law/clat-exam-admit-card.

The admit card of CLAT exam mentions details such as - name, candidates DOB, test centre name, location, as well as test date and timings.

Once candidates download their admit card, they were asked to check all the information mentioned on the document carefully. The information given on the admit card should match with the one provided by candidates on the CLAT application form. The admit card for CLAT carried relevant details related to candidates and the exam such as:

• Candidate details including name, admit card number, reservation category, date of birth, guardian's name, postal address

• Candidate’s photo and signature

• CLAT course applied by a candidate

• Exam details including course, date, and time of the exam

• CLAT exam centre name, location and address

• Reporting time for candidates at the allotted exam centre

• CLAT exam day guidelines

The CLAT Exam 2025 admit card was released on November 15, 2024. CLAT Exam Date 2025 was December 1, 2024. Before releasing the admit card, the exam authority also allowed candidates to make one last edition in their application details. Once the CLAT Correction Window 2025 was closed, candidates were not able to make any changes. Candidates could download the CLAT admit card by entering their login details on the official website. Know here all about CLAT admit card - https://www.shiksha.com/law/clat-exam-admit-card.

No. Candidates must carry at least two printed copies of the admit card to the exam centre. Candidates must note that no electronic devices are allowed during the exam. As per the guidelines by the consortium, the admit card hard copy is mandatory to be presented at the time of appearing in the exam. The hard copy/print out of the CLAT admit card is the only valid proof of identification and verification which is acceptable at the CLAT test centre. Candidates failing to produce the CLAT admit card at the test centre in hard copy format will not be allowed to centre the test centre.

No, without the admit card aspirants will not be allowed to appear in the exam. Candidates must ensure that they carry at least two printed copies of the admit card to the exam centre. The admit card's hard copy is mandatory to be presented at the time of appearing in the exam. The hard copy/print out of the CLAT admit card is the only valid proof of identification and verification which is acceptable at the CLAT test centre. Candidates failing to produce the CLAT admit card at the test centre in hard copy format will not be allowed to centre the test centr

CLAT 2025 admit card is useful for two events i.e. at the time of the exam, and at the time of CLAT counselling. Therefore, once downloaded, candidates must retain the admit card with them till the CLAT admission process is over or they secure a seat in a college of their choice.  The admit card is a mandatory document that one must not forget to carry to the exam center on the day of exam. Candidates who fail to carry their admit card were not allowed to appear for the exam. 

Candidates should keep their admit card even after the exam is over. The admit card will be required for the counselling process as part of important documents. Therefore, candidates must keep the original copy of admit card that they carried with them on the day of examination. They should not tamper it or write anything on it as it will be verified during the counselling process. 

No. CLAT 2025 admit card will not be sent by post to any candidate. The hall ticket have to be downloaded online from the official website, consortiumofnlus.ac.in.. Candidates have to login and enter registration ID, password to download the admit card for CLAT 2025. Candidates are advised to download the admit card and check all details carefully. In case of any error, candidates are advised to contact the exam conducting body immediately to get the error rectified.

CLAT Exam is not conducted in different shifts. The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) will conduct CLAT 2025 on December 1, 2024 from 2 pm to 4 pm in offline mode. The exam authority will publish the CLAT 2025 admission notification with details of syllabus, exam pattern and events on the official website soon.
From CLAT exam 2024 onwards, the law entrance exam will be held in December month, as the exam authority has indicated in earlier press release (November 2022). The final exam date for CLAT 2025 has been intimated in a press release on May 6, 2024.

If you are unable to download your CLAT admit card, you should first check that you are entering the correct login credentials such as your registration number and date of birth. If you have forgotten your registration number or password, you can recover it by visiting the official website of CLAT and following the instructions provided. If you are still unable to download the admit card, you can contact the CLAT helpline or send an email to their official email address to seek assistance. They may ask for your details such as name, registration number, and other information to verify your identity and assist you with downloading the admit card. It is important to resolve any issues related to the admit card well in advance to avoid any last-minute rush or inconvenience.

No, there is no provision of changing the test centre after the CLAT admit card has been released. In fact, there is no option to change the test centre allotted at any point of time during the exam cycle. Candidates get only one opportunity to change the test city choice at the time of form correction. Thus, it is very important to select test cities very carefully in the CLAT application form. They must choose their first city preference as home town or the city where they are likely to be on the exam day or choose a city which is the closest to their hometown and they can reach there on time on the exam day. Also, to be allotted the desired test city, candidates must fill the CLAT application form at the earliest, as the exam slot and test centres are allotted on first cum first served basis. If the seats get filled fore centres in one city, candidates are allotted a centre in the second city of their preference. Moreover, the CLAT admit card is released a month before the exam so candidates must check the location of their allotted centre much in advance and make arrangements for reaching there on exam day on time.

The admit card of CLAT exam mentions details such as - name, candidates DOB, test centre name, location, as well as test date and timings.

Once candidates download their admit card, they were asked to check all the information mentioned on the document carefully. The information given on the admit card should match with the one provided by candidates on the CLAT application form. The admit card for CLAT carried relevant details related to candidates and the exam such as:

• Candidate details including name, admit card number, reservation category, date of birth, guardian's name, postal address

• Candidate’s photo and signature

• CLAT course applied by a candidate

• Exam details including course, date, and time of the exam

• CLAT exam centre name, location and address

• Reporting time for candidates at the allotted exam centre

• CLAT exam day guidelines

On the day of the exam, candidates must carry the following documents and items to the CLAT centre:

• CLAT admit card: Since, it is a mandatory document to be carried to the test centre, candidates must carry their admit card as issued to them. Candidates without a valid admit card on the day of the exam will not be allowed to appear in exam.
• Photo ID proof: Along with the admit card, candidates must also carry an original photo ID proof issued by the Government of India. Documents that can be presented as an ID proof include PAN Card, Driving License, Voter ID, Passport, Aadhaar Card and Ration Card. 
• Photo: Candidates will also have to carry an attested passport size photograph  (the same as uploaded at the time of filling the application form). 
• Stationary: Since the CLAT 2025 is an offline exam, candidates have to carry at least two good-quality ball-point pens of blue or black ink and an HB pencil to the test centre
• Disability certificate: The certificate is mandatory for candidates who have applied under the Persons with Disability (PwD) category
• Other items such as an analogue watch, transparent water bottle, face masks, gloves and hand sanitizer must also be carried to the test centre.

Candidates got to know about their allotted CLAT exam centre only from the admit card. There is no way to know the test centre before the release of the CLAT admit card. The examination authority allots a test centre to aspirants in the city of their first preference as mentioned in the city. So, candidates can atleast be assured that they will get a test centre in the city they had chosen as first preference in the CLAT application form. However, the venue will be mentioned only on the candidate’s admit card. So as soon as the CLAT admit card is released, candidates must check the test city and test centre details. In order to avoid any confusion, they must visit the centre at least once before the exam day.

CLAT exam is held only in one slot. It will be conducted in offline mode. CLAT 2025 will be held on December 1, 2024, from 2 pm to 4 pm. Candidates must note that the CLAT 2025 Application Process will be closed atleast two weeks before the exam day. Candidates who wish to pursue a law programme from one of the 24 NLUs in the country have to fill the application form before the last date. Candidates have to appear for the exam at the allotted test centre. 

No, candidates will not be allowed to appear for the examination without a valid photo ID. Candidates are advised to keep the following three things ready with them, a day before the examination; a valid photo ID proof, CLAT admit card 2025, and a recent passport-sized photograph. These are the mandatory documents to be produced during entry to the CLAT exam centre. The valid photo identity card which would be allowed at the CLAT 2025 exam centre include Aadhaar card/ Driving Licence/ PAN Card/ Passport/ Voter Id. The admit card should also have the passport and postcard-sized photographs pasted on it.

Candidates must keep the copy of CLAT Admit Card safely until the whole CLAT admission process is over. The admit card is a mandatory document that one must not forget to carry to the exam center on the day of exam. Candidates who fail to carry their admit card were not allowed to appear for the exam.  Candidates should keep their admit card even after the exam is over. The admit card will be required for the counselling process as part of important documents. Therefore, candidates must keep the original copy of admit card that they carried with them on the day of examination. They should not tamper it or write anything on it as it will be verified during the counselling process. 

Candidates are advised to take a coloured printout of the admit card. However, it is not compulsory. The consortium did not state any guideline regarding this. Candidates must ensure that they have two to three spare copies of the admit card for future use. However, in case a candidate does not have access to a coloured printer, s/he can take a black and white printout of the CLAT 2025 admit card as well, but the details such as photograph and text should be clearly visible.

The CLAT conducting authorities provided a comprehensive list of forbidden objects that are not permitted to be brought to the CLAT 2025 exam centre. These are the items: Bags, mobile phones, calculators, IPADs, IPODs, Bluetooth headsets, digital wrist watches, laptop computers, and cameras were not permitted within the CLAT test hall. Carry no electronic equipment, such as beepers, electronic devices, or scanners. Candidates who have a metal implant, pacemaker, or other medical device in their body had to present a medical Certificate to the CLAT exam centre. Metal jewellery were not permitted to be worn by candidates. Candidates were not permitted to wear boots, metal headpins, or clips within the test hall after the frisking point. Carry no pencil boxes into the examination hall. Candidates must make their own personal belonging arrangements at the CLAT exam centre 2025.

Having the CLAT admission card for the year 2025 is an essential prerequisite for participating in the CLAT examination. This serves as proof of a candidate's eligibility for the examination. It is of utmost importance for applicants to meticulously review the details mentioned on the admit card to confirm its accuracy and authenticity.

In the event of any inadvertent mistake or discrepancy detected on the admit card, it was important that the concerned CLAT exam administrators are immediately contacted. This prompt action allows for swift resolution of any errors and ensures that the appropriate corrections are made well in advance of the examination date. Candidates must not overlook even the slightest discrepancies, as failing to rectify these issues on time might lead to unnecessary complications and could potentially jeopardize their chances of taking the CLAT exam.

Items such as electronic devices such as cell phones, tablets, smartwatches, laptops, and calculators that haven't been approved by the exam board or institution. Additionally, study materials such as books and notes, as well as food and drinks (apart from water in a clear bottle) are generally not allowed. Bags, backpacks, and purses are also often prohibited. Similarly, writing implements like pens and pencils need to be in approved packaging.

Candidates were not allowed to enter the CLAT exam centre after 1:30 pm. Thus, candidates had to ensure that they reach their exam centre on time. Candidates were not allowed to change their ClAT exam centre if they were late. They will have to take the test at the allotted CLAT exam centre 2024 only which is why, it was important to download the CLAT admit card as soon as it releases and make arrangements for exam centre.

Candidates must keep the copy of CLAT Admit Card safely until the whole CLAT admission process is over. The admit card is a mandatory document that one must not forget to carry to the exam center on the day of exam. Candidates who fail to carry their admit card will not be allowed to appear for the exam.  Candidates should keep their admit card even after the exam is over. The admit card will be required for the counselling process as part of important documents. Therefore, candidates must keep the original copy of admit card that they carried with them on the day of examination. They should not tamper it or write anything on it as it will be verified during the counselling process. 

All candidates had to report at the allotted CLAT exam centre at least 1 hour before the commencement of the exam I. e. 1:00 PM. It may be noted that no candidate were allowed to enter the exam hall 15 minutes after the commencement of the exam. Therefore, candidates were asked to reach the exam centre of CLAT on the exam day at least an hour before the exam timings for checking of documents and seating formalities. For this, candidates were asked to estimate the time required to reach the allotted test centre beforehand. They could either use Maps or visit the test centre a days in advance if it is in their the nearest city. If they had to travel to another location from their current location, such as to Delhi from Agra, then they were suggested to look for the nearest accommodation beforehand instead of starting their journey on the exam day. If they plan to start their journey on the exam day, then they were suggested to keep at least 2-3 hours for any exigency or traffic related delays. Know all about CLAT exam centre instructions here - https://www.shiksha.com/law/clat-exam-centre.

It is unlikely that you will be allowed to download a copy of the CLAT admit card after the exam. The CLAT admit card download link is live only from the day of its release till 1.30 pm of exam day. After the CLAT exam, the admit card download link is removed from the official website.

The admit card may also not be accessible in the student dashboard after the exam or result announcement. Moreover, since the signed and stamped admit card will be considered valid for any activity post the exam, even if you can download a fresh copy after the exam day, it will be of no use. So, keep your CLAT admit card safe.

Step 1: Visit the official website of the exam; consortiumofnlus.ac.in

Step 2: Enter registered mobile number and password in the space provided. 

Step 3: Click on the Login button.

Step 4: Click on the Download Admit Card link given at the top right of the screen. 

Step 5: Download and save the admit card PDF on your device.

Step 6: Take at least three printouts of the admit card on an A4 sheet for future references.

As per the CLAT exam pattern, there will be 120 questions in CLAT 2025. Candidates must note that it is not mandatory to solve all the questions. Candidates should solve only those questions which they can solve correctly as there is negative marking in CLAT. During the exam preparation, focus on the chapters from which majority of the questions are added. This will help them in achieving the sectional and overall cut offs are required. The consortium has released the marking scheme for CLAT 2025 Exam too. Aspirants can refer to the marking scheme for UG courses below:

• For every correct answer, candidates are awarded one mark

• For every wrong attempt, 0.25 marks are deducted from their total score 

• No marks are awarded or deducted for questions not left un-attempted

Yes, the CLAT exam has negative marking of -0.25 marks for wrong attempt. Unanswered questions have no negative marking. Candidates must select questions to solve very carefully in the CLAT exam. They should solve only those questions which they know they can solve accurately.

• For every correct answer, candidates are awarded one mark

• For every wrong attempt, 0.25 marks are deducted from their total score 

• No marks are awarded or deducted for questions not left un-attempted

CLAT Consortium, in its the latest notification, a few changes have been made in CLAT 2025 exam pattern. As per the new pattern, there will be 120 questions for CLAT UG question paper. This means, 30 questions have been reduced from CLAT UG 2025 question paper. Earlier, there were 150 questions in CLAT UG question paper. Moreover, the question paper will be on similar lines as previous series i.e. passage-based objective-types questions of 1 mark each, and 0.25 marks will be deducted for incorrect attempts.

No change in the question paper of CLAT PG has been made, and it will be held as per the previous exam pattern i.e. 120 Objective Type Questions based on core law subjects.

In 2021, the Consortium had removed the descriptive section from the CLAT LL. M. exam pattern. All LL. M. candidates had to attempt 120 multiple-choice questions of 120 marks in a duration of two hours.

Aspirants who are looking forward to appear in CLAT 2025 Exam should have a clear idea about a good CLAT score. CLAT is a very competitive exam and candidates need to score high to clear the cutoff. All those candidates who will appear for the CLAT 2025 are advised to check out the previous year's CLAT cutoff scores and get a fair idea of the trends that are being followed by the NLUs in the country. 

A score above 100 is definitely considered as a good score for CLAT 2025. Candidates must note that the expected CLAT cutoff score for NLUSIU Bangalore is 100 plus, whereas, for NLU Kolkata, NLU Jodhpur and NLU Bhopal, the expected score is between 94 to 98. Candidates who wish to take admission into NALSAR Hyderabad they need to score between 98 to 100. 

The exam will be held in more than 139 cities. Candidates can select CLAT exam centres 2025 from the list of test cities while filling up the form only. The details of the allotted CLAT 2025 exam centre, including the name and location has been mentioned on the admit card itself. On the day of the CLAT 2025 exam, a candidate have to report to the exam centre as per the scheduled time mentioned on the admit card. Since, the exam centre authority does not allow entry to candidates who are late. 

There are over 139 cities where CLAT exam is held. These 139 cities are spread across India consist of metropolitan cities, capital cities, Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. Candidate can select up to three cities for allotment of test centre. The process of test city selection is a part of CLAT application process. In the CLAT application form, there is a field in which candidates have to select the cities. They need to select the city of preference in order of 1 to 3. The examination authorities will try to allot the test centre in the city of first preference. Thus, candidates must fill all the THREE cities carefully. They must choose their home city of city of current residence as the first preference. The test city option can only be changed during the form correction window. After that, the request for change of the city will not be accepted by the exam authorities.