CLAT 2026 – Preparation Strategy & Syllabus Breakdown
Get ready for CLAT 2026 with a smart prep strategy, updated syllabus breakdown, and key exam and registration dates.
The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 is the gateway to securing admission into India’s premier National Law Universities (NLUs). Scheduled to be held in December 2025, the exam evaluates candidates on legal aptitude, comprehension, and logical reasoning—skills that demand strategic preparation and regular practice.
With the application process expected to kick off in July 2025, this is the ideal time to create a smart, consistent study plan. A balanced routine should include:
- Daily reading of newspapers like The Hindu to stay updated on current affairs.
- Attempt Mock tests every dau without fail to improve time management skills.
- Subject-wise revision of key legal and analytical concepts.
- Monthly full-length mock exams (at least 4–5) with detailed performance analysis to boost accuracy and efficiency.
Syllabus Breakdown (120 Questions | 120 Minutes)
- English Language (20%) – Comprehension-based passages, contextual vocabulary, grammar
- Current Affairs & GK (25%) – Legal updates, static GK, historical events with modern relevance
- Legal Reasoning (25%) – Application of legal principles and logical thinking
- Logical Reasoning (20%) – Arguments, assumptions, conclusions, pattern-based reasoning
- Quantitative Techniques (10%) – Basic math (up to Class 10), charts, data interpretation
Recommended Resources
- Books: RS Aggarwal, Legal Edge
- Platforms: CLATapult, LawPrepTutorial, Career Launcher
Stay updated via the official site (Consortium of NLUs) for application deadlines and guidelines.
