CLAT 2025 Registration Opens July 15: Check exam date, pattern, selection process, and more
CLAT 2025 Notification: Important Dates
• Registration Starts: July 15, 2024
• Last Date to Apply: October 15, 2024
• Exam Date: December 1, 2024
CLAT 2025: Eligibility Criteria
Candidates can have a look at the CLAT 2025 eligibility criteria below.
For the under-graduate programme (five year integrated law degree)
Candidates must have passed the Class 12 or equivalent examination with at least:
• 45% marks or an equivalent grade for general candidates
• 40% marks or an equivalent grade for Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Person with Disabilities (PwD) candidates
Candidates appearing for the qualifying examination in March or April 2025 are also eligible to apply.
For the post-graduate programme (one year LLM degree)
Candidates must have an LLB degree or an equivalent qualification with at least:
• 50% marks or an equivalent grade for general candidates
• 45% marks or an equivalent grade for Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Person with Disabilities (PwD) candidates
Candidates appearing for the qualifying examination in April or May 2025 are also eligible to apply.
CLAT 2025: Application Fees
Read CLAT 2025 short notice here
CLAT 2025 Exam Pattern
CLAT is a pen-and-paper based offline exam conducted for a duration of two hours (2:00 PM to 4:00 PM). The exam tests candidates’ knowledge and skills in various legal and non-legal areas. The specific weightage for each section may vary slightly year-on-year, but generally, the exam pattern is as follows:
Legal Reasoning: This section assesses the candidate’s comprehension of legal principles, their ability to analyze legal situations, and apply legal knowledge to solve problems.
Logical Reasoning: This section tests the candidate’s analytical abilities, reasoning skills, and ability to identify patterns and arguments.
Quantitative Techniques: This section assesses the candidate’s mathematical ability, data interpretation skills, and ability to analyze numerical data.
Current Affairs including General Knowledge: This section tests the candidate’s awareness of current events, national and international issues, social, political, economic, and scientific developments.
Legal Aptitude: This section assesses the candidate’s inherent understanding of legal concepts, legal terminology, and basic principles of jurisprudence.
English Language: This section tests the candidate’s proficiency in English language, including grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing skills.
CLAT 2025: Selection Process
The selection process for CLAT 2025 is multi-stage:
Stage 1: Written Exam: Candidates who qualify in the written exam will be shortlisted for the next stage.
Stage 2: Counselling: Shortlisted candidates will participate in a counselling process where they will be required to choose their preferred National Law Universities (NLUs) based on their rank and seat availability.
Stage 3: Document Verification: During counselling, candidates must provide original documents for verification to confirm their eligibility.
How to Apply for CLAT 2025
The application process for CLAT 2025 will be conducted entirely online on the official website of the Consortium of National Law Universities (consortiumofnlus.ac.in). Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification and eligibility criteria before applying. The application form will require details such as academic qualifications, personal information, and choice of NLUs.
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