NEW DELHI, July 10, 2024 – The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) has officially announced the schedule and details for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT 2025). This important national entrance exam for law students in India will take place on December 1, 2024. The test will be held in person at over 133 centers nationwide and will decide admissions to 24 NLUs for undergraduate (UG) and 21 NLUs for postgraduate (PG) law programs.
CLAT 2025 Important Details:
- Exam Format: Pen-and-paper test with 120 objective-type questions.
- Subjects Covered: Legal aptitude, current affairs, general knowledge, English, mathematics, and logical reasoning.
- Programs: UG exam for 5-year integrated LLB; PG exam for 1-year LLM programs.
- Application Period: July 15 to October 15, 2024.
- Results Expected: Second week of December 2024.
CLAT 2025 Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Admission notification release | July 7, 2024 |
| Application opens | July 15, 2024 |
| Application closes | October 15, 2024 |
| Exam date | December 1, 2024 |
| Provisional answer key release | December 1, 2024 (evening) |
| Final answer key release | First week of December 2024 |
| Results declaration | Second week of December 2024 |
CLAT 2025 Eligibility Criteria:
UG Program:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed their 10+2 examination with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST/PwD) from a recognized board.
- Note: Candidates appearing for the qualifying examination in March/April 2025 are also eligible to apply.
PG Program:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold an LL.B degree or equivalent with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD).
- Note: Candidates appearing for the qualifying examination in March/April 2025 are eligible to register.
Application Fee:
- General Category: Rs. 4,000
- SC/ST/PwD/BPL: Rs. 3,500
No Age Limit: There is no age restriction for candidates registering for CLAT 2025.
Important Announcement: Tap Here
CLAT 2025 plays a crucial role in shaping the career paths of thousands of aspiring lawyers annually, significantly influencing the future legal workforce of India. The structured timeline and clear eligibility criteria for both UG and PG programs provide a streamlined process for applicants.
Future Developments
Potential updates include the application correction window dates and admit card release timelines. Candidates are advised to stay updated by visiting the official website, www.consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
CLAT 2025 Detailed Information
| Exam Duration | 2 hours (2:40 hours for PwD candidates) |
| Participating NLUs | 24 for UG, 21 for PG |
| Exam Centers | 133+ |
| Total Questions | 120 |
| Seats Offered | |
| UG | 3,400+ |
| PG | 1,200+ |
CLAT 2025 serves as the primary entrance exam for admissions to National Law Universities in India. It is also accepted by 61 private affiliated colleges and several public organizations such as ONGC and BHEL for recruitment purposes. The examination has consistently played a crucial role in determining the future of aspiring lawyers in India.
The CLAT 2025 results have broad implications, affecting not just the academic paths of candidates but also the future direction of the legal field in India. Those who succeed often land roles in top law firms and legal departments of various organizations.
The CLAT 2025 schedule announcement comes after the successful conduct of previous editions of the exam, which have consistently drawn a large pool of applicants and maintained a reputation as a crucial entry point to esteemed law programs in India.
CLAT 2025 provides a significant opportunity for aspiring lawyers, with a clear admission process and comprehensive eligibility criteria, guaranteeing a fair and transparent selection process for all candidates.
For more information and updates, please visit www.consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
