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    CLAT 2027/28

    CLAT 2027/28 Syllabus

    CLAT (UG) is a highly competitive exam that is taken by 65,000+ candidates. Out of which only 3500+ candidates will eventually secure a position in an NLU.

    So to excel in CLAT UG, candidates must thoroughly understand the syllabus and then acquaint themselves with the five CLAT subjects outlined in the CLAT 2027 syllabus.

    Exam Dates

    CLAT 2027:First Sunday of Dec'2026 (Tentative)
    CLAT 2028:December 2027 (Tentative)
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    Exam Pattern & Weightage

    Total Questions: 120 | Duration: 2 Hours | Negative Marking: 0.25

    Section NameNo. of QuestionsWeightage
    English Language22-2620%
    Current Affairs & GK28-3225%
    Legal Reasoning28-3225%
    Logical Reasoning22-2620%
    Quantitative Techniques10-1410%
    Total120100%
    Subject Wise

    Detailed Topic Breakdown

    English Language

    Focuses on proficiency in reading and comprehending complex texts. Passages of about 450 words derived from contemporary or historically significant fiction and non-fiction writing.

    Key Topics

    • Reading Comprehension (Main Idea, Inference)
    • Vocabulary (Contextual meaning)
    • Grammar & Sentence Correction
    • Summary & Paraphrasing
    • Tone & Attitude of the Author

    Current Affairs & GK

    Tests awareness of domestic and international current affairs, as well as static general knowledge. Questions are based on passages from news and journalistic sources.

    Key Topics

    • National & International Affairs
    • Legal & Political Developments
    • Arts, Culture & History
    • Science & Technology
    • Government Schemes & Policies
    • International Treaties & Summits

    Legal Reasoning

    The core of the CLAT exam. You will read passages related to legal matters and apply principles to factual situations. No prior legal knowledge is strictly required.

    Key Topics

    • Law of Torts
    • Law of Contracts
    • Criminal Law
    • Constitutional Law
    • Legal Maxims & Terms
    • Important Supreme Court Judgments

    Logical Reasoning

    Evaluates your ability to identify patterns, logical links, and rectify illogical arguments. It includes both critical and analytical reasoning.

    Key Topics

    • Critical Reasoning (Arguments, Assumptions)
    • Syllogisms
    • Analogies
    • Statement & Conclusion
    • Blood Relations & Series
    • Cause & Effect

    Quantitative Techniques

    Tests basic mathematical skills up to the 10th-grade level. The focus is on Data Interpretation rather than complex solving.

    Key Topics

    • Data Interpretation (Tables, Charts, Graphs)
    • Ratios & Proportions
    • Percentages
    • Profit & Loss
    • Mensuration
    • Basic Algebra

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    CLAT Syllabus FAQs

    Yes, CLAT is a centralized entrance test conducted by the Consortium of NLUs. The syllabus and exam pattern are uniform for all participating NLUs across India.
    The exam pattern shifted to a passage-based format in 2020. All five sections now use comprehension-style questions derived from passages, replacing the earlier standalone question format.
    No. The Legal Reasoning section tests your ability to apply legal principles to factual scenarios. All necessary principles are provided in the passage itself. Prior legal knowledge is not required.
    The math is at a 10th-grade level. The focus is on data interpretation — reading tables, charts, and graphs correctly. Complex calculations are not required.
    Focus on reading newspapers daily (The Hindu, Indian Express), follow monthly current affairs compilations, and pay special attention to legal and political developments, government schemes, and international events from the past 18 months.