CLAT (Common Law Admission Test) - Competition Preparation Board White Book

Oct 1, 2026

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Comprehensive CLAT UG preparation guide by the All India Legal Forum Competition Preparation Board, outlining the exam’s purpose, structure, and the participating NLUs. Covers the five CLAT sections—English, General Knowledge and Current Affairs, Quantitative Techniques, Logical Reasoning, and Legal Reasoning—along with guidance on what to study, how to allocate time, and suggested books. Includes preparation scope, study and revision strategies, tips and dos/don’ts, and addresses common aspirant problems such as where to start and whether coaching is necessary.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages67

Reading Time2 h 49 min

AccessFree to download

Introduction to CLAT

Scope

Importance of Law

Appearing for CLAT

CLAT Preferences

Examination Centres

NLU or Non-NLU

Syllabus

Books for Preparation

Tips to Study

I. English

II. Current Affairs and General Knowledge

III. Legal Reasoning

IV. Logical Reasoning

V. Quantitative Techniques Preparation Tips

Problems and Strategies

Necessity of Coaching

Conclusion

References

CLAT (Common Law Admission Test) ALL INDIA LEGAL FORUM COMPETITION PREPARATION BOARD CREDITS: PATRON-IN-CHIEF: AAYUSH AKAR EDITOR-IN-CHIEF: SHUBHANK SUMAN SENIOR MANAGER: RAKSHITA SHARMA MANAGER: AVANTIKA MAHAJAN EDITORIAL COORDINATOR: ABHAVYA RABRA RESEARCHERS 1. APAAR PURI 2. ARUN MEENA 3. ASMAA AMATULLAH KHAN 4. DHRUVI SUNIL KAMDAR 5. VAIDEHI BHATIA EDITORS 1. AVANTIKA MAHAJAN 2. ANANYA GIRI UPADHYA 3. AYUSH RAJ SHAKYA 4. GOWTHAMINALLURI 5. JIGISHA AGARWAL 6. TEJASWI SADE FOREWORD More has been said about the writing of lawyers and judges than of any other group, except, of course, poets, and novelists. The difference is that while the latter has usually been admired for their writing, the public has almost always damned lawyers and judges for theirs. If this state of affairs has changed in recent times; it is only in that many lawyers and judges have now joined the rest ofthe world is complaining about the quality of legal prose. My best wishes to all these student contributors, for their future endeavours. My best wishes and assurance to the readers that this will add a lot to the knowledge after reading this White Book and I assure you that it would be of great help sort during your CLAT Preparation. It is for every law aspirant who wishes to join one of the top law schools for under-graduation. By Rakshita Sharma Senior Associate, All India Legal Forum PREFACE May there be Peace in Heaven, May there be Peace in the Sky, May there be Peace in the Earth, May there be Peace in the Water, May there be Peace in the Plants, May there be Peace in the Trees, May there be Peace in the Gods in the various Worlds, May there be Peace in all the human beings, May there be Peace in All. PEACE, PEACE, PEACE. Our age-old culture prays for peace and happiness for one and all. Family is the first and oldest social group. It has played an important role in the stability and prosperity of the civilization. Almost everything of lasting value in humanity has its roots in the family. Peace and harmony in the family are important for the all-around development of children. This White Book on How to Prepare for Judiciary Examination by All India Legal Forum is aimed at bringing about desired sensitivity in all duty holders and scribes. We are glad to be a part of the All India Forum. Here’s an introduction to our team : ◆ Patron-in-Chief: Aayush Akar ◆ Editor-in-Chief: Shubhank Suman ◆ Senior Manager: Rakshita Sharma ◆ Manager: Avantika Mahajan ◆ Researchers: 1. APAAR PURI 2. ARUN MEENA 3. ASMAA AMATULLAH KHAN 4. DHRUVI SUNIL KAMDAR 5. VAIDEHI BHATIA ◆ Editors: 1. AVANTIKA MAHAJAN 2. ANANYA GIRI UPADHYA 3. AYUSH RAJ SHAKYA 4. GOWTHAMINALLURI 5. JIGISHA AGARWAL 6. TEJASWI SADE DISCLAIMER Team All India Legal Forum has made all efforts to summarize the important aspects of how to prepare for CLAT Examination retrieved from the current pursuing candidates and from the candidates those who have cleared. OVERVIEW Are you a CLAT UG aspirant? Is your mind flooded with questions? Well, you are at the right place. In this paper, we will discuss the problems faced by CLAT aspirants and answer your queries. Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) UG is a national level entrance test conducted by the 22 National Law Universities (NLUs) in India for admission into their undergraduate programmes. CLAT UG can be taken by students who have completed their 12th grade (for admission into the five-year integrated course) and by students who have completed their graduation (for admission into the three-year LLB course) . It comprises five sections: 1) English 2) General Knowledge and Current Affairs 3) Quantitative Technique 4) Logical Reasoning 5) Legal Reasoning These sections/subjects are discussed later along with strategies and study plans. The most common queries or problems regarding CLAT are: ● Why CLAT? ● Where

FAQs

What is CLAT UG and who conducts it?

CLAT UG is a national level entrance test conducted by the 22 National Law Universities (NLUs) in India for undergraduate admissions.

What are the five sections in CLAT UG?

CLAT UG comprises five sections: English, General Knowledge and Current Affairs, Quantitative Technique, Logical Reasoning, and Legal Reasoning.

How many students typically appear for CLAT UG each year?

Around 77,000 students appear every year for CLAT UG.

Oct 1, 2026

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