CLAT 2025 Question Paper PDF: Download CLAT UG/PG Paper with Answer Key
Preparing for the Common Law Admission Test and don't know your weak areas? The best way to know how well you have prepared for the CLAT Exam 2027 is to solve the CLAT previous-year question paper. The CLAT question paper with answer key PDF is released by the Consortium of NLUs after the exam. While preparing for the CLAT Exam can be tough, regularly solving past-year question papers and mock tests can make the journey fruitful.
Many people often get confused about what material they should choose to prepare for the exam properly. If you wish to pass the exam, you must practice reading actively to solve problems. Solving past few years' question papers can help in knowing the new exam pattern too. To help candidates, we have provided CLAT 2025 Question Paper with Answer Key PDF below.
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- CLAT Exam Pattern
- CLAT Marking Scheme
- How to Download CLAT 2025 Question Paper with Answer Key PDF?
- How to Use the CLAT PYQ for Preparation?
- CLAT Sample Paper with Solutions by Shiksha
- CLAT 2025 Question Paper with Solutions PDF
CLAT Exam Pattern
The CLAT question paper will have 120 questions. There will be negative marking for incorrect answers. Check the highlights of CLAT Exam Pattern below
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Marks per Question | 1 mark |
| Total Marks | 120 |
| Language | English |
| Duration of Exam | 2 hours |
Commonly asked questions
Solving mock test helps candidates to understand the exam pattern and also the sections they are lagging behind. With this they can rework on those section where they are scoring low. CLAT mock test also helps candidates to understand the time based prepration to solve the question paper on exam day.
A good rank in the CLAT exam for general category students is under 1,000–1,500 to secure admission in top-tier National Law Universities (NLUs). A rank under 500 is considered excellent for the top 5 NLUs, while a rank up to 3,000–5,000 can still secure a seat in newer, mid-tier NLUs.
Candidates must note that the math questions in the CLAT exam are mostly from Class 10th mathematics. The section will have 10-14 questions. Candidates must cover topics like percentages, ratios, averages, profit/loss, and basic algebra.
As per NIRF ranking 2025, NLSIU Bangalore is the No. 1 ranked NLU colleges in India. The table below has other NLUs in India rankwise.
Top NLUs in India | NIRF 2023 | NIRF 2024 | NIRF 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | 1 | 1 | |
2 | 2 | 2 | |
4 | 4 | 4 | |
7 | 8 | 5 | |
18 | 21 | 27 | |
24 | 22 | 30 | |
30 | 26 | 15 | |
28 | 27 | 35 |
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website of the ranking body listed and may vary.
CLAT Marking Scheme
Candidates can check the marking scheme for CLAT 2027 Exam here
The consortium releases the marking scheme for CLAT Exam. Aspirants can refer to the marking scheme for UG courses below
- For every correct answer, candidates will be awarded one mark
- For every wrong attempt, 0.25 marks will be deducted from their total score.
- No marks will be awarded or deducted for questions not left unattempted.
| CLAT Marking Parameters |
Marks Awarded |
|---|---|
| Correct answer |
+1 marks |
| Incorrect answer |
-0.25 marks |
| Un-attempted question |
0 marks |
CLAT 2027 Exam Beginner's Guide
Get complete details about CLAT exam syllabus, paper pattern, preparation tips, study plan, recommended books, etc.
How to Download CLAT 2025 Question Paper with Answer Key PDF?
Candidates can download the official PDFs by following these steps
- Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in
- Click on the CLAT 2025 notification.
- Select the CLAT Answer Key link.
- Login if required using registered credentials.
- Download the PDF.
- Save the document for future reference.
Also Read: CLAT Weekly Current Affairs PDF Download
Commonly asked questions
CLAT is not directly based on the NCERT curriculum, but NCERT books act as a strong foundational resource for Quantitative Techniques and basic static GK. Candidates appearing for board exams can prepare for CLAT side by side.
How to Use the CLAT PYQ for Preparation?
Just by having the right study material or question papers won't help. You need to have the right CLAT Preparation Strategy to solve PYQs too.
- Allot a dedicated time to solve PYQs
Candidates must allocate a window where they will just solve the question paper. Set a timer for two hours and solve the question paper without any disturbance. With a timer, you will get habitual of solving the question paper within the dedicated time. Do not check the answer key until your time is over.
- Check the Solutions
Once you have completed the exam, just don't jump on checking the score. Check why certain questions were marked incorrect and what your weak points are.
- Identify Revised Exam Pattern
If you check a previous year CLAT question paper from 2018 with one from 2025, you will see a major shift in the one line questions to deep analytical passages. Do focus more on questions asked from 2020 onwards.
Also Read:
- CLAT 2027 Legal Reasoning Syllabus PDF Download
- CLAT 2027 English Syllabus PDF Download
- CLAT 2027 Maths Syllabus PDF Download
CLAT Sample Paper with Solutions by Shiksha
Check the Shiksha’s free CLAT Sample Papers with solution and enhance your preparation for the upcoming exam.
CLAT 2025 Question Paper with Solutions PDF
Candidates can download the free CLAT 2025 Question Paper with solutions PDF below
| CLAT Question Paper | Download Link |
|---|---|
| CLAT 2025 Question Paper with Solutions PDF |
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered Yesterday
Yes, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj University does accepts CLAT scores for admission in BA LLB (Hons) course. However, aspirants can also get admission via CUET or CSMU-CET scores. Candidates must also complete Class 12 with at least 45% aggregate.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered Yesterday
Yes, students have scored ranks between 1 to 15,000 in CLAT, are eligible for DSU scholarships for BBA LLB (hons) course. If you have scored 14890 ranks in CLAT, you are eligible for scholarship of INR 30,000. For details, contact the Institute.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered Yesterday
Students seeking admission at DSU for BA LLB (hons) through CLAT should apply to official portal. Students need to fill the application form with basic details and upload some requisite documents including CLAT scorecard or admit card. Institute will arrange a counselling session and will shortlist
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 days ago
No, aspirants do not require passing CLAT for admission in BA LLB course of Apex University. The university offers seats based on CUET or AUCET scores of candidates. AUCET is an entrance test conducted by the university for admission in UG and PG courses.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered 2 days ago
Yes, Babu Banarasi Das University offers admission in BA LLB based on Class 12 merit to candidates who qualify the eligibility criteria. But CLAT qualified candidates are given preference in admission. So you can get a seat in BA LLB without CLAT but by qualifying CLAT you can improve your chances o
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
Aspirants do not require CLAT score for admission in BA LLB (Hons) course of SAGE University Bhopal. Candidates need to appear for SEE or SAGE Entrance Exam for admission. Aspirants must also complete Class 12 to get a seat in the course.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered 3 days ago
KIIT provides BBA LLB (hons) admissions on the basis of K-LAT or CLAT. Students who have not given CLAT can still apply for K-LAT to get admission. Interested candidated can apply for K-LAT in the month of Novemeber. However, If any candidate missed the both entrance can still apply through KIITEE.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 3 days ago
Yes, candidates who want to apply for Gujarat University BBA LLB course can do so without appearing in CLAT-UG. No mandatory entrance exams are mandatory to qualify for BBA LLB admissions. All candidates are admitted based on Class 12 board exam result during GCAS counselling.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
Manav Rachna University considers CLAT scores for admission in BA LLB (Hons) course. However, it is not compulsory. Aspirants can also appear for MRNAT for admission. It is a entrance cum scholarship test conducted by the university.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered 3 days ago
While researching whether CLAT-UG is required for the BA LLB eligibility criteria at Gujarat University provides a good foundation for your academic planning, Lovely Professional University (LPU) serves as an excellent alternative. LPU offers premier law programs featuring an industry-aligned curric
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Contributor-Level 10
Is CLAT accepted for admission in BA LLB (Hons) at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj University?