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Alliance Common Law Admission Test 2024 ( ACLAT )

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ACLAT Question Paper 2025 - Alliance University does not specify the pattern of the ACLAT question paper. It uses a generic format to conduct the ACLAT exam, which includes MCQ type questions and sections similar to common law entrance exams, which include questions from General Knowledge and Current Affairs, English Reading and Comprehension, General Reasoning and Legal Reasoning, and Legal Aptitude. To help candidates with their preparation for ACLAT 2025, a preparation guide has been provided on this page.

Q:   From where can I get previous years' question papers of ACLAT?

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The ACLAT previous years' questions are not available for download because Alliance University does not publish question papers and answer keys for the ACLAT exam. But there is a solution to this problem. Many good books designed for law preparation contains sample papers for all types of law entrance exams. You can purchase the best books for law entrance exam preparation to get an overview of the ACLAT question papers along with answer keys the LLM programme.

Moreover, the best books for ACLAT preparation also include the following: 

  • Law Entrance mock test
  • Law Entrance practice sets and sample papers
  • Law Entrance section-wise or topic-wise sample questions 
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Q:   Which types of questions are asked in the ACLAT question paper?

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Multiple-choice questions are asked in the ACLAT question papers. Candidates are required to answer these questions in a computer-based test mode (online). They will also be able to skip questions if they do not know their answers. However, it is not recommended for all ACLAT candidates to answer all questions if they do not know the answer of some questions because there is no negative marking scheme in the ACLAT exam. There will be a deduction of 0.25 mark for each incorrect answer. The option of marking for review is also available for questions in the ACLAT question paper. Candidates can answer these questions later before clicking on the submit or end exam button. 

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Q:   What is the structure of the ACLAT question paper?

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The ACLAT question paper includes five sections for the LLM entrance test, namely, Legal Proficiency, General Awareness, Legal Aptitude, Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability, and Numerical Ability.

ACLAT 5-Year LLB Question Paper Structure 

Section

Questions

Difficulty Level

Legal Aptitude and Legal Reasoning

40

Easy to moderate

General Knowledge and Current Affairs

30

Difficult

Logical and Analytical Reasoning

40

Easy to moderate

English

30

Easy to moderate

Basic Mathematics

10

Easy

Total

150

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Table of content
  • ACLAT LLM 2025 Pattern
  • ACLAT 2025 Prep Guide
  • ACLAT 2025 Preparation Tips
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ACLAT LLM 2025 Pattern

The question paper of the ACLAT 2025 exam will be based on the exam pattern. Thus, candidates also need to check the ACLAT LLM 2025 exam pattern provided below: 

Features Details 
Exam mode Computer-based test as well as paper-based test mode
Exam duration  Two hours 
Type of questions Multiple choices questions
Test language English
Total marks 200 marks
Total questions 200 MCQs

ACLAT 2025 Exam Sections

The question paper of the ACLAT 2025 exam will have the following sections: 

Subject

No. of Questions

Marks

Language Proficiency

40

40

General Awareness

50

50

Legal Aptitude

45

45

Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability

45

45

Numerical Ability

20

20

Total

200

200

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Commonly asked questions

Q:   What are the weightage of sections in ACLAT 2025 Exam?

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In ACLAT LLM 2025, the weightage is Language Profieciency (40 questions), General Awareness (50 questions), Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability (45 questions), Numerical Ability (25 questions), and Legal Aptitude (45 questions). To obtain high score in ACLAT, candidates need to prepare well for all these sections. However, acquiring maximum scores in the General Awareness section can increase overall score of candidates because this section has the highest weightage in the ACLAT LLM exam. 

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Q:   What is the syllabus & exam pattern of the ACLAT? What should my preparation strategy be?

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1. Language Proficiency - Brush up your Basic English and comprehension to prepare for this section. 2. General Awareness - This is a very wide category and covers a lot of topics, including Science and basic history, geography. It will also include general knowledge (both static and current). It is advisable to pick a guide for general knowledge and go through it. 3. Legal Aptitude - Legal Aptitude - Will include some landmark judgments, basic provisions of the Constitution, important provisions of some Acts like Contract Act, Transfer of Property Act, etc. 4. Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability - Practice makes perfect, especially for this section. 5. Numerical Ability - Brush up basic math till class 10th. That should be sufficient. This are does not carry a lot of weight so care should be taken not to spend a lot of time on it if the questions seem difficult. Preparation: Pick up universal Guide to LL.B. And prepare from it, cover to cover. Once you are through with that, you can pick up other books focusing on separate areas to hone them better.
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Q:   What are the sections of the ACLAT 2025 exam?

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There are five sections in the ACLAT question papers for the LLM course: Language Profieciency, General Awareness, Legal Aptitude, Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability, an Numbercial Ability. These sections have been described below: 

1. Language Profieciency (40 questions):

Focuses on your proficiency in the Language Profieciency, essential for comprehending legal texts and communication in the legal field.

Possible question types:

  • Reading comprehension: Passages followed by questions testing your understanding and analysis of the content.
  • Vocabulary: Identifying synonyms, antonyms, and the correct usage of words in legal contexts.
  • Grammar: Testing knowledge of tenses, subject-verb agreement, and sentence structure.
  • Error identification and correction in sentences.

2. General Awareness (50 questions):

Assesses your awareness of current affairs, historical events, and general information about the world.

Possible question areas:

  • Indian Polity: The Constitution, government structure, fundamental rights, etc.
  • History: Indian and world history with a focus on legal milestones.
  • Geography: Knowledge of Indian and world geography.
  • Science: Basic scientific concepts relevant to law.
  • Current Affairs: Recent national and international events with legal implications.

3.Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability (45 questions):

Logical reasoning and analytical ability are important skills for many aspects of life, including education, career, and everyday decision-making. They are the foundation for critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication. Here are some of the important topics in logical reasoning and analytical ability:

  • Deductive Reasoning
  • Inductive Reasoning
  • Syllogisms
  • Logical Fallacies
  • Analytical Reasoning

4. Numerical Ability (25 questions):

Evaluates your problem-solving skills and logical reasoning abilities.

Possible question types:

  • Simplification of complex numbers.
  • Ratio & Proportion: Solving problems involving ratios and proportions.
  • Percentage problems: Calculating percentages, profit and loss, etc.
  • Time & Distance: Speed, distance, and time-related problems.
  • Averages: Finding averages of sets of data.
  • Puzzles and logical reasoning problems.

4. Legal Aptitude (45 questions):

The most crucial section, assessing your potential for thriving in law school and the legal profession.

Possible question types:

  • Legal Reasoning: Analyzing legal scenarios and identifying the underlying principles.
  • Legal Maxims: Understanding and applying established legal principles and phrases.
  • Indian Penal Code (IPC): Knowledge of basic principles and offenses defined in the IPC.
  • Legal concepts: Introduction to legal concepts like contracts, torts, and property law.
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Download previous year ACLAT question papers and sample papers. Use them for practice and improve your speed and accuracy. You can download ACLAT previous year question papers and the preparation guides for free.

ACLAT 2025 Prep Guide

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ACLAT 2025 Preparation Tips

Along with the understanding of the ACLAT question paper, candidates must know the best tips to prepare for the ACLAT 2025 exam. Check out these preparation tips below: 

Know the Exam:
  • Understand the syllabus and exam pattern thoroughly. This will help you focus your studies and avoid wasting time on irrelevant topics. You can find the official syllabus on the Alliance University website.
  • Be familiar with the marking scheme. ACLAT has negative marking, so it's important to be strategic about which questions you attempt.
Create a Study Plan:
  • Make a study schedule that allocates sufficient time to each section of the exam. Be realistic about how much you can study each day and stick to your plan.
  • Identify your strengths and weaknesses. Devote more time to studying the sections you find challenging.
Build a Strong Foundation:
  • Focus on improving your English language skills, including vocabulary, grammar, and reading comprehension. Strong English is essential for performing well in all sections of the ACLAT.
  • Develop your general knowledge about current affairs, Indian polity, and legal concepts. Read newspapers, magazines, and legal journals to stay updated.
Practice Makes Perfect:
  • Solve previous years' ACLAT question papers and mock tests to get familiar with the question format and time pressure of the exam.
  • Analyze your performance in mock tests and identify areas for improvement.
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Commonly asked questions

Q:   What are the important topics to be prepared for the ACLAT 2024 LLM exam?

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The ACLAT exam for admission to the LLM course is a Computer Based Test (CBT). The questions of the ACLAT Entrance Examination is of objective type. To prepare for the ACLAT LLM exam, candidates need to study the following topics:

  • Jurisprudence
  • Constitutional Law
  • Law of Crimes
  • Law of Contract
  • Public International Law
  • Administrative Law
  • Law of Property
  • Company Law
  • Interpretation of statutes
  • Law of Torts
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