CLAT PG 2024 FAQs with suitable Answers

CLAT PG 2024 FAQs with suitable Answers

By Lex Templum on 08 February 2023


1.  What are the subjects for CLAT 2024? 

CLAT 2024 question paper will have 150 multiple choice questions to be asked from subjects such as English, Legal aptitude, logical reasoning, maths and general knowledge including current affairs. Candidates should also note that CLAT 2024 exam will be held only once a year.

2.  What is the syllabus of CLAT PG 2024? 

The UG CLAT 2024 syllabus comprises five sections - English language, current affairs including general knowledge, legal reasoning, logical reasoning and quantitative techniques.

3.  How to start preparing for CLAT 2024? 

CLAT 2024: Preparation Plan 

1. #1 Know the marking scheme. ... 

2. #2 Build Strong Conceptual Understanding. ... 

3. # 3 Practice and analyze. ... 

4. Mathematics. ... 

5. General Knowledge and Current Affairs. ... 

6. Legal Reasoning. ... 

7. English Language. ... 

8. With this, we hope to have answered the query “How to prepare for CLAT 2024”. 

4.  When CLAT exam will be held in 2024? 

CLAT 2024 - The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) has informed that CLAT 2024 will be held in December 2023 in its latest notification. 

5.  How many seats are there in CLAT 2024? 

2801 Seats 

6.  CLAT 2024 Exam Highlights ? 

Exam Name  Common Law Admission Test (CLAT)

Exam Mode  Offline

CLAT Participating Colleges  22

Exam Duration  2 Hours

Number of Seats  2801 Seats

7.  Which stream is best for CLAT? 

If you are sure that you will attempt CLAT for a career in law, the best stream to take will be Commerce Stream, and afterward, go for B.Com and do LLB. Alternatively, after finishing your class 12th, you can go for CLAT directly. However, commerce has some other subjects that might not be helpful in law. 

8.  What should I study for CLAT PG? 

The CLAT PG exam is going to have questions on 6 Judgement based passages, 6 Article-based passages, Different Types of Law, Case-based questions on Law, Excerpts, Contemporary issues, Provisions, Background, Constitutional law, Family Law, Criminal Law, International Law and Law of Contract. 

9.  Is CLAT PG difficult? 

CLAT PG Exam: Difficulty Level 

The CLAT PG exam consisted of 20 legal passages. So, it can be said that the exam difficulty level was difficult. The legal passages had 6 questions, each based on the topics that have been a matter of concern in the legal community. 

10.  How many attempts are allowed in CLAT PG? 

There are no limits on the number of attempts. Other than Indian Nationals, candidates who are NRIs, OCIs, PIOs & Foreign Nationals are also eligible as per the CLAT Eligibility. Note that CLAT Eligibility 2024 will be verified officially at the time of counselling and final admission.07-Jan-2023 

11.  When should I start preparing for CLAT PG? 

Yes, you can prepare for CLAT PG in 6 months if you follow the correct strategy. Check Toprankers CLAT PG section for more guidance. Considering the question, Constitutional Law has a maximum weightage, it requires more attention. 

12.  Which book is best for CLAT 2024? 

Note the below points to know the Best Book for CLAT Preparation. 

General English by S.P. Bakshi. 

Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis. 

Competition Success Review (Pratiyogita Darpan) 

Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal. 

Data interpretation by R.S. Aggarwal. 

Legal Aptitude by AP Bhardwaj. 

13.  How many months is enough CLAT cracking? 

With a proper preparation strategy, candidates can easily complete the CLAT Syllabus 2024 in three months. At least you required 15-20 days for revision. So, make sure to allocate at least 2 hours of your daily time for revision. Preparing for the CLAT exam is not an easy task.03-Jan-2023 

14.  What is the highest score in CLAT PG 2023? 

95.25 marks out of 120 marks 

The highest mark secured in CLAT UG 2023 examination is 116.75 out of 149 marks while the highest score in CLAT PG 2023 is 95.25 marks out of 120 marks.02-Jan-2023 

15.  Will there be entrance exam in 2024? 

THE University of the Philippines (UP) will forgo the UP College Admission Test (UPCAT) 2022 for freshmen in the academic year 2023-2024. This was confirmed to The Manila Times on Friday by the Office of the Vice President for Public Affairs of the UP System.03-Sept-2022 

16.  Will there be CLAT PG in 2023? 

The CLAT 2023 will be held only ONCE, on December 18, 2022, for admissions to the LL.B. and LL.M. programmes commencing in Academic Year 2023-24 at participating universities. 

17.  Are 4 months enough for CLAT? 

Yes it is very much possible to crack CLAT in 4 months. 

18.  What is the highest CLAT score ever? 

19.  Does CLAT happen twice a year? 

20.  Is 1 year coaching enough for CLAT? 

One year is sufficient time to prepare for CLAT. You can use the tips given section wise according to the syllabus of CLAT. GK - For static you can refer to the Concised size Pearson or the Arihant's guide. For current affairs, first of all develop a habit to read newspapers daily. 

21.  Can I top CLAT without coaching? 

22.  Which is better CLAT UG or PG? 

CLAT UG and CLAT PG are the two entrance exams for LAW programs. CLAT is an abbreviation for Common Law Admission Test. CLAT UG allows you to apply for undergraduate legal programs such as LLB, BALLb, and even BBA LLB. With CLAT PG, you can enroll in a postgraduate legal program, such as an LLM. 

23.  Can I prepare for CLAT PG in 3 months? 

Answer. Yes, you can prepare for clat in 3 months ,if you prepare for it with dedication honesty and consistency.18-Feb-2021 

24.  What is the benefit of CLAT PG?  

Provides a chance of getting into a top Law school in India 

CLAT is the only exam in India that offers you the chance of securing admission to the prestigious NLUs. Considered the IITs of Law, the NLUs are the top ranked Law colleges in India. 

25.  How to prepare for CLAT 2024 without coaching? 

The CLAT preparation should revolve around covering the given syllabus, making short notes, practising sample questions and making strategies for exam day. Read the complete article on how to prepare for CLAT 2024 for guidance, preparation tips, previous year exam analysis and other relevant information.26-Dec-2022 

26.  Is CLAT PG worth it? 

27.  Can I prepare for CLAT PG in 1 month? 

Yes, it is possible to Crack CLAT in One Month with a proper study plan and preparation strategy. The candidates don't need to have to take coaching always, but completing the syllabus is very important to Prepare for CLAT in One Month.27-Nov-2022 

28.  How many marks is CLAT PG? 

120 

Considering last year's trends, the CLAT Total Marks are 150 for UG, and the candidates have to answer 150 questions in total. Whereas for CLAT Total Marks for PG are 120, and a total of 120 questions will be asked in all.11-Jan-2023 

29.  How many years is CLAT PG? 

CLAT or Common Law Admission Test is conducted for admission to 5-year LLB and LLM programmes. 

30.  How can I become a judge after CLAT? 

31.  Is there any reservation in CLAT PG? 

NLUs or the National Law Universities grant reservation of seats for candidates falling under various categories. Each NLU has separate CLAT reservation policies. The reservation criteria are considered post-CLAT 2023 result declaration and seat allotment or counselling process of the university.23-Dec-2022 

32.  How many seats are there in NLU PG? 

There are 22 NLUs participating in the examination that offer over 3,000 CLAT seats in undergraduate law programmes and around 1200 seats in LLM programmes. Also, the CLAT seats 2023 for total seats in NLUs gets divided into various categories depending on the reservation policy of the universities. 

33.  What is CLAT PG? 

CLAT PG stands for Common Law Admission Test for Postgraduate programs. It is an all-India entrance examination conducted for admission to LLM (Master of Laws) programs offered by 22 National Law Universities in India. 

34.  When will CLAT PG 2024 be conducted? 

The exact date for CLAT PG 2024 has not been announced yet. It is usually conducted in the month of May. 

35.  How many seats are available for CLAT PG 2024? 

The number of seats available for CLAT PG 2024 will be announced by the respective National Law Universities. 

36.  What is the eligibility criteria for CLAT PG 2024? 

To be eligible for CLAT PG 2024, candidates must have a bachelor's degree in law (LLB) or equivalent with a minimum of 55% marks. Candidates appearing for their final year LLB examination can also apply. 

37.  What is the syllabus for CLAT PG 2024? 

The syllabus for CLAT PG 2024 includes subjects such as Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, International Law, Environmental Law, Labour Law, Criminal Law, and Property Law. 

38.  What is the exam pattern for CLAT PG 2024? 

The exam pattern for CLAT PG 2024 typically includes objective type questions with a duration of 2 hours. There will be 150 multiple-choice questions to be answered. 

39.  What is the application fee for CLAT PG 2024? 

The application fee for CLAT PG 2024 has not been announced yet. It is usually around INR 4000 for General and OBC category candidates and INR 3500 for SC/ST category candidates. 

40.  How can I apply for CLAT PG 2024? 

Candidates can apply for CLAT PG 2024 through the official website of the Consortium of National Law Universities. 

41.  What is the last date to apply for CLAT PG 2024? 

The last date to apply for CLAT PG 2024 has not been announced yet. It is usually in the month of March. 

42.  Is there any age limit for CLAT PG 2024? 

No, there is no age limit for CLAT PG 2024. 

43.  Who is eligible for CLAT PG? 

All candidates must have a minimum of 50% marks in the qualifying exam. However, candidates belonging to the SC and ST categories will be given 5% relaxation and can apply for CLAT PG 2024 with 45% marks in graduation (qualifying exam).

How many attempts are allowed in CLAT PG?

There are no limits on the number of attempts. Other than Indian Nationals, candidates who are NRIs, OCIs, PIOs & Foreign Nationals are also eligible as per the CLAT Eligibility. Note that CLAT Eligibility 2024 will be verified officially at the time of counselling and final admission.

44.  What is the benefit of CLAT PG? 

Provides a chance of getting into a top Law school in India. CLAT is the only exam in India that offers you the chance of securing admission to the prestigious NLUs. Considered the IITs of Law, the NLUs are the top ranked Law colleges in India.

45.  How can I crack CLAT PG without coaching? 

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1. Prepare a Strategy. Find an effective study strategy, allotting time to each and every topic and subject. ...

2. Find a Mentor. ...

3. Note down challenges in preparing for CLAT. ...

4. Spend Good Time to Prepare at Home. ...

5. Practice Mock Tests. ...

6. Improve your Efficiency.

How to use this article in your preparation

These notes connect the article with syllabus revision, mock-test review, course selection, and the next study action.

What this blog solves for CLAT PG preparation

This article is designed for students who need to turn a broad law entrance topic into a concrete study action. A useful blog page should not create another pile of notes. It should help the reader decide what to revise, what to practise, and which mistake to repair before the next mock.

For this topic, the evidence base is official exam pattern, syllabus scope, previous-year trend review and mock-test error logs. That means the article should be read with the exam pattern, syllabus and practice record nearby. If the page does not change your next study action, reread the headings and convert them into a smaller task.

  • official exam pattern
  • syllabus scope
  • previous-year trend review
  • mock-test error logs

Complete guide method

Use this guide as a full orientation note. Read once for structure, then return with a checklist and mark the exact parts that affect your next seven days of preparation.

The practical action chain for this page is: map the topic to the syllabus, solve a short question set, review mistakes and update the next revision slot. Keep the chain visible while reading. It prevents the article from becoming motivational content only and turns it into a working preparation note.

  • map the topic to the syllabus
  • solve a short question set
  • review mistakes
  • update the next revision slot

Official exam context behind the article

CLAT PG preparation should be checked against the official postgraduate pattern: a two-hour objective paper, 120 one-mark questions and negative marking for wrong answers. The syllabus points to Constitutional Law and other core LL.B. subjects, so every blog topic should be connected to either a subject, a skill, a mock-test habit or an admission decision.

AILET PG requires separate attention because it is the NLU Delhi route for LL.M. admission and uses its own notification and test structure. UGC NET Law is different again because it tests eligibility for academic routes through Paper I and Law Paper II. The blog should therefore tell the reader which exam route the topic helps most.

  • CLAT PG: objective law-subject testing
  • AILET PG: NLU Delhi-specific route
  • UGC NET Law: Paper I plus Law Paper II
  • Mocks: separate error logs by exam

How to avoid duplicate reading after this article

The biggest source of repetition in exam preparation is not one repeated sentence on a website; it is a student reading five resources that say the same thing without taking a test. After finishing this article, compare it with your notes. Keep the line that changes your preparation and remove the line that only repeats what you already know.

For CLAT PG preparation, the next step should be one of three actions: revise a subject, attempt a timed set, or ask for course guidance. If none of those actions is clear, use the linked course and mock pages to select the most urgent gap.

  • Keep one master note
  • Remove duplicate tips
  • Tag each takeaway to a subject or mock
  • Use links only when they answer the next bottleneck

Reader action plan

A strong reader action plan has a beginning, middle and end. Begin by summarising the article in five lines. In the middle, solve a short question set connected with the topic. End by writing what changed in your study plan. This small process makes blog reading measurable.

If the article is about a subject, move into subject revision. If it is about mocks, open the latest mock analysis and check error types. If it is about books or syllabus, remove duplicate material from the desk. If it is about current affairs, connect the update with a static law rule.

  • Five-line summary
  • One question set
  • One error-log update
  • One course or mock link for the next step

Preparation Questions After Reading

Use these answers to decide whether to revise, practise, compare courses, or request counselling.

How should I start with CLAT PG 2024 FAQs with suitable Answers?

Start by understanding the syllabus connection, then solve related questions and review your mistakes through mocks or short revision notes.

Is coaching necessary for this topic?

Coaching is not mandatory for every aspirant, but structured mentoring can help when you need accountability, mock analysis and a clear preparation sequence.

How should I use this guide with other Lex Templum pages?

Use this page to understand the topic, then continue to syllabus, preparation strategy, mock tests, previous-year questions, or counselling depending on your current need.

Continue Your CLAT PG Roadmap

Move from this article into syllabus, preparation strategy, mock tests, previous-year questions, or course guidance based on your current need.

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