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CLAT — Pattern & Syllabus
The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is the national-level entrance for UG and PG law programmes at 22 National Law Universities — among the best 5-year integrated law schools (BA-LLB, BBA-LLB, BCom-LLB) after Class 12. Conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities, it tests comprehension and reasoning aptitude rather than prior legal knowledge.
Pattern of Exam
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Questions | 120 MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions) |
| Time | 2 hours |
| Marking | 1 mark per correct answer · −0.25 for each wrong answer |
| Mode | Offline (paper-based exam) |
| Medium | English |
| Sections | 5 — English Language, Current Affairs incl. GK, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Techniques |
Section Weightage (Indicative)
| Subject / Section | Weightage |
|---|---|
| English Language | 22–26 questions · roughly 20% of the paper |
| Current Affairs & General Knowledge | 28–32 questions · roughly 25% of the paper |
| Legal Reasoning | 22–26 questions · roughly 20% of the paper |
| Quantitative Techniques | 10–14 questions · roughly 10% of the paper |
Logical Reasoning completes the five sections. Exact section-wise distribution follows the official Consortium notification each year — confirm the current pattern during counselling.
Syllabus
English Language
Passages of about 450 words from fiction, non-fiction, science, business and social sciences — readable by a Class 12 student in 5–7 minutes. Questions test understanding of main ideas, claims and opinions; drawing inferences and conclusions; summarising; comparing arguments; and the meaning of words and phrases in context.
Current Affairs & General Knowledge
Passages of about 450 words from news and journalistic sources. Questions test awareness of contemporary events from India and the world, arts and culture, international affairs and historically significant events — no prior legal knowledge required beyond the passage.
Legal Reasoning
Passages of around 450 words on factual legal situations, public-policy questions or moral-philosophical enquiries. No prior knowledge of law is needed — awareness of contemporary legal and moral issues helps apply the given rules and principles to fact situations and track how rule changes alter outcomes.
Logical Reasoning
Short passages of about 300 words testing argument structure — premises and conclusions; critical analysis of reasoning; deriving conclusions from evidence; inferences, analogies, contradictions and equivalence; and judging argument effectiveness and validity.
Quantitative Techniques
Short data sets — facts, graphs, pictorial or diagrammatic numerical information — followed by questions applying Class 10 mathematics (ratios, basic algebra, mensuration). Read widely, follow the news, and drill speed with accuracy using Class 10 maths material.
CLAT Eligibility
No upper age limit for the UG programme. Minimum 45% in 10+2 (or equivalent) for Unreserved / OBC / SAP categories and 40% for SC / ST candidates.
Check Eligibility FreeAILET — Pattern & Syllabus
The All India Law Entrance Test (AILET) is the gateway to National Law University, Delhi — established in 2008 and counted among the country’s premier law universities. It is the most important law exam after CLAT and is considered a notch tougher, rewarding focused extra effort.
Pattern of Exam
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Questions | 150 MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions) |
| Time | 120 minutes |
| Marking | 1 mark per correct answer · −0.25 for each wrong answer |
| Mode | Offline (paper-based exam) |
| Medium | English |
| Sections | 3 — English Language, Current Affairs & General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning |
Section Weightage
| Subject / Section | Questions |
|---|---|
| English Language | 50 |
| Current Affairs & General Knowledge | 30 |
| Logical Reasoning | 70 |
Syllabus
English Language
Reading comprehension, grammar, foreign words and phrases, para-jumbles, vocabulary, spellings, inference-based questions, synonyms, antonyms, word usage and fill in the blanks. Moderate difficulty — a high-scoring section.
Current Affairs & General Knowledge
Static GK (History, Geography, Civics) plus current GK of roughly the past year — international events, UN bodies, sports, geopolitics, environmental agreements, eminent personalities, awards and honours.
Logical Reasoning
Puzzles, directions, seating arrangements, blood relations, syllogisms, series, analogy and critical reasoning. Fairly simple for a well-prepared student. Legal principles may appear to test logical aptitude, but no legal knowledge is required.
AILET Eligibility
All non–Foreign National applicants must appear for AILET — selection is solely on that basis. Candidates need 10+2 with a minimum of 50%; those appearing for 10+2 in the exam year may apply provided they meet eligibility at admission.
Check Eligibility FreeSLAT — Pattern & Syllabus
The Symbiosis Law Admission Test (SLAT) is the entrance for 5-year integrated law at Symbiosis Law Schools in Pune, Noida and Hyderabad. Relatively easier than CLAT and AILET — a well-prepared CLAT aspirant finds SLAT very manageable.
Pattern of Exam
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Questions | 60 MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions) |
| Time | 60 minutes |
| Marking | 1 mark per correct answer · no negative marking |
| Mode | Online (computer-based exam) |
| Medium | English |
| Sections | 5 — Reading, General Knowledge, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning |
Section Weightage
| Subject / Section | Questions |
|---|---|
| Reading | 12 |
| General Knowledge | 12 |
| Legal Reasoning | 12 |
| Logical Reasoning | 12 |
| Analytical Reasoning / Quantitative Aptitude | 12 |
Syllabus
Reading
Comprehension passages testing understanding, inference and vocabulary in context.
General Knowledge
Static GK and current affairs — events, personalities, awards and everyday legal awareness.
Legal Reasoning
Principles applied to fact situations — no prior legal knowledge required.
Logical Reasoning
Arguments, inferences, analogies and critical reasoning sets.
Analytical Reasoning / Quantitative Aptitude
Data interpretation, series, puzzles and Class 10-level numerical ability.
SLAT Eligibility
Passed XII (10+2) from a recognized board with minimum 45% (40% for SC / ST). Students awaiting Class 12 results may apply, subject to submitting the passing certificate at final admission.
Check Eligibility FreeLSAT—India — Pattern & Syllabus
The LSAT—India tests high-level reading, informal reasoning and deductive reasoning — the critical-thinking skills law college and legal practice demand. Developed specifically for law colleges in India and administered online across the country.
Pattern of Exam
| Subject / Section | Questions |
|---|---|
| Analytical Reasoning | 12 |
| Logical Reasoning (1) | 12 |
| Logical Reasoning (2) | 12 |
| Reading Comprehension | 12 |
Syllabus & Scoring
Analytical Reasoning
Structuring relationships and drawing conclusions from sets of conditions and logical puzzles.
Logical Reasoning
Evaluating and completing short arguments across two dedicated sections.
Reading Comprehension
Deep reading of complex passages with questions on structure, purpose and inference.
Scoring
Credit for correct answers with no penalty for wrong ones — attempt everything. Reported as a scaled score between 420 and 480 with a score band and percentile rank.
LSAT—India Eligibility
Eligibility criteria and cut-offs vary by participating law college — confirm the current requirements for your target colleges during counselling.
Talk to Our CounsellorNLAT — Pattern, Syllabus & More
NMIMS (deemed-to-be university) conducts the National Law Aptitude Test (NLAT) for its 5-year integrated UG law programmes at the Kirit P. Mehta School of Law — structured like NLU programmes. Admission is offered on NLAT and / or CLAT scores.
Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Sections | Verbal Reasoning · GK · Quantitative Reasoning · Logical Reasoning · Legal Reasoning |
| Questions | 150 (30 per section) |
| Total marks | 150 (30 per section) |
| Negative marking | No negative marking |
| Total time | 120 minutes |
| Question pattern | Computer-based objective-type MCQs |
| Admission | Based on NLAT and / or CLAT scores |
Syllabus
Verbal Reasoning
One-word substitution, jumbled sentences, synonyms and antonyms, sentence and phrase improvement, paragraph completion, idioms and phrases, sentence correction, active and passive voice, direct and indirect speech.
General Knowledge
Politics, event dates, India overview, history, current affairs, books and authors, geography, sports and games, famous personalities.
Quantitative Reasoning
Graphs, mensuration, statistical estimation, basic algebra, numerical information, ratio and proportion.
Legal Reasoning
Torts, criminal law, general legal principles, contracts, international law, intellectual property law, family law, constitutional law.
Eligibility
Qualifying Marks
- Class 12 or equivalent from a recognized board in any stream with minimum 50% aggregate
- IB candidates — certificate / DP with minimum 24 credits, passing 3 HL and 3 SL subjects mandatorily
- Percentile marksheets converted to real aggregate across appeared subjects
Who Cannot / Can Apply
- Candidates failing any marksheet subject cannot apply
- Students appearing for final Class 12 exams may apply, meeting conditions within the given timeframe
Registration Fee & Attempts
| Attempts | Total Fee |
|---|---|
| 1 attempt | Rs. 2,000 |
| 2nd attempt | + Rs. 2,000 · Rs. 4,000 total |
| 3rd attempt | + Rs. 2,000 · Rs. 6,000 total |
One main attempt plus two retakes per category are permitted. Fee depends on schools and categories selected — confirm the current structure during counselling.
Application Process
How to Register
- Visit the official NMIMS website and create an account via Apply Now
- Pick the test category (NMIMS-NPAT / NMIMS-CET / NMIMS-LAT) with campus preferences
- Select multiple categories, schools, programmes and attempts as needed
- Pay the fee, then schedule test dates and retakes — first come, first served
- Register only once per category — duplicates can block admission
Documents Required
- Two passport-size photographs
- Signature scan on white paper with black ink
- Photograph — 20–50 KB, 200 × 230 px, JPG / JPEG
- Signature — 10–20 KB, 140 × 60 px, JPG / JPEG
Exam Cycle Dates
NLAT runs in two phases each cycle with separate application windows, exams, merit lists and counselling rounds. The detailed 2024 schedule is available on request — always confirm the current cycle’s dates on the official NMIMS portal or with our counsellors before planning.
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