Exam Date, Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Registration and More!

CLAT UG 2026 is all set to be conducted in December 2025. Read this post to know about the CLAT 2026 exam date, syllabus, exam pattern and more!

The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is one of the most sought-after law entrance examinations in India, opening the doors to the prestigious National Law Universities (NLUs).

If you’re planning to appear for CLAT UG 2026, here’s a detailed guide covering all aspects of the exam, including the exam date, pattern, syllabus, registration process, and preparation tips.

About CLAT UG Exam

The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is a national level entrance exam for admission into undergraduate and postgraduate law programs at numerous National Law Universities across the nation.

The CLAT 2025 Exam was conducted on December 1, 2024, from 2PM to 4PM across 141+ centers across the nation. CLAT 2025 was pen and paper-based. The CLAT Exam consistsed of 120 questions that need to be answered in 120 minutes. The paper consisted of 38 pages with many aspirants saying that the paper was slightly lengthy but easy to moderate in nature.

Exam Date for CLAT 2026

The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) will announce the official date for CLAT UG 2026 on their website.

Typically, CLAT is conducted on the 1st Sunday of December every year. Based on this trend, it is likely that CLAT UG 2026 will be held in December 2025. Keep an eye on the official CLAT Consortium website for the exact date.

Details about CLAT UG Exam

• Mode: Offline (Pen-and-Paper based)
• Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Duration: 2 hours
• Total Marks: 150
• Number of Questions: 150
• Marking Scheme: +1 for every correct answer, -0.25 for every incorrect answer

Sectional Weightage in CLAT UG Exam

Syllabus for CLAT 2026

The syllabus for CLAT UG 2026 is designed to test a candidate’s aptitude and understanding in various areas. The UG exam features passages of approximately 450 words across various sections, requiring skills in comprehension, reasoning, and numerical analysis.

Below is a section-wise breakdown:

1. English Language

Passages are derived from contemporary or historically significant fiction and non-fiction, designed to be readable within 5–7 minutes by a 12th-grade student. Questions test:

• • Understanding of main ideas, arguments, and viewpoints.
  • Inference, summarisation, and comparison of arguments.
  • Contextual interpretation of words and phrases.

2. Current Affairs, including General Knowledge

Passages from news, journals, or other non-fiction sources assess:

• • Awareness of global and Indian events, arts, culture, international affairs, and historically significant events.
  • No additional legal knowledge is required beyond what is in the passage.

3. Legal Reasoning

Passages cover legal matters, public policy, or moral philosophy. Prior legal knowledge isn’t needed, but awareness of current legal and moral issues is helpful. Questions focus on:

• • Identifying and applying rules or principles from the passage.
  • Analyzing how changes in principles affect outcomes.

4. Logical Reasoning

This section includes short passages with questions designed to:

• • Identify arguments, premises, and conclusions.
  • Analyze reasoning patterns, evaluate evidence, and understand the impact of changes in premises.
  • Infer outcomes, draw analogies, and assess argument effectiveness.

5. Quantitative Techniques

This section uses numerical data or propositions in textual form to test mathematical skills. Questions involve:

• Deriving and manipulating numerical information.
• Applying 10th-grade mathematical concepts, including ratios, proportions, algebra, mensuration, and statistics.

How to Register for CLAT 2026? 

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to register for the upcoming CLAT 2026 examination.

1. Visit the official CLAT website.
2. Create an account using your email ID and phone number.
3. Fill in the application form with personal, academic, and contact details.
4. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other required documents.
5. Pay the application fee online. The expected fee structure is:
   • General/OBC/PwD/NRI: ₹4,000
   • SC/ST/BPL: ₹3,500
6. Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Documents Required to Apply for CLAT 2026

• Recent passport-sized photograph
• Scanned signature
• Class 10 and 12 mark sheets

Important Dates for CLAT 2026 (Tentative)

• Release of Notification: August 2025
• Start of Registration: September 2025
• Last Date for Registration: November 2025
• Admit Card Release: November 2025
• Exam Date: 1st week of December
• Result Announcement: 2nd or 3rd week of December

CLAT UG 2026 Admit Card

The admit card will be available for download from the official website in November 2025.

Preparation Tips for CLAT UG 2026

1. Understand the Exam Pattern and Syllabus: Familiarize yourself with the paper structure and weightage of each section.
2. Develop a Study Plan: Allocate time to each subject based on your strengths and weaknesses.
3. Practice Mock Tests: Take regular mock tests to improve speed and accuracy.

For detailed preparation strategies on CLAT 2026, attend the free webinar by Lawctopus and CLATalogue on 25 January, 2025 from 7-8:30 PM.