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
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Exam Pattern & Weightage
Total Questions: 120 | Duration: 2 Hours | Negative Marking: 0.25
| Section Name | No. of Questions | Weightage |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 22-26 | 20% |
| Current Affairs & GK | 28-32 | 25% |
| Legal Reasoning | 28-32 | 25% |
| Logical Reasoning | 22-26 | 20% |
| Quantitative Techniques | 10-14 | 10% |
| Total | 120 | 100% |
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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