Best Books for CLAT 2026: Subject-wise Books, Key Parameters to select CLAT Books
Common Law Admission Test 2026 ( CLAT )
Exam On - 7 Dec '25
CLAT Best Books 2026: The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is one of the most important entrance exams candidates look forward to appearing in as it is a pathway for admission to the 24 participating NLUs, many of which are ranked amongst the best as per NIRF Rankings. Every year around 70,000 candidates appear for CLAT entrance exam 2026.
The CLAT entrance exam is the most competitive in the country. CLAT scores are considered for admissions to both 5-year integrated LLB and one-year LLM courses. It must be noted that CLAT scores are also considered for PSU recruitment.
So, when preparing for an entrance exam of such magnitude, one can't afford to make too many mistakes. But mistakes do happen, especially when it comes to selecting the correct study material. And if the material is sub-standard, the candidate can't expect to get the desired results. So in this article, we bring you the best books for CLAT 2026 preparation.
Also Read: NLU vs Non-NLU: Which one is better?
- Key parameters to select CLAT 2026 best books
- CLAT 2026 book suggestion for 5-year LLB
- CLAT 2026 Exam Pattern
- CLAT 2026 Subject-wise questions and weightage
Key parameters to select CLAT 2026 best books
Some of the key parameters to select best books for CLAT are as under:
- Contain few to no errors - Books that are placed in this category will contain few errors, be it grammatical, conceptual, or otherwise. This means the candidate won't be misled and hence won't have to spend precious time unlearning the wrong things.
- Include examples and illustrations - Normal study material will simply explain a concept in pure text and not have any visual elements for easy understanding. However, quality CLAT 2026 study material will contain examples, graphs, images, and other such things to explain and drive home a concept. These elements not only make understanding easier, even the difficult ones but also help in retention.
- Published by well-known authors and publishers - Typically recommended books are published by well-known authors and publishers. You can also read reviews of a book to check how it is viewed by the student and academic community.
- Contain problem sets - These books will also contain question banks at the end of each chapter or probably at the end of the book. The CLAT 2026 aspirant can solve these problems and can learn to solve problems using concepts discussed in the chapter.
- Written as per the syllabus - The problem with many books is they don't follow the updated CLAT syllabus. So, such books end up doing more harm than good. The CLAT 2026 recommended books will be written as per the current syllabus and are therefore should be used as reference material.
CLAT 2026 book suggestion for 5-year LLB
Candidates seeking admission to 5-year program must follow CLAT UG 2026 books:
| Subject |
CLAT 2026 Book Recommendation |
|---|---|
| CLAT Logical Reasoning |
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| CLAT Legal Reasoning |
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| CLAT Quantitative Techniques |
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| CLAT GK & Current Affairs |
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| CLAT English |
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CLAT 2026 Exam Pattern
The exam pattern will tell the candidate about the format and structure of the CLAT 2026 question paper.
| Particulars | Description |
|---|---|
| Exam mode |
Pen-and-paper exam |
| Exam duration |
2 hours |
| Type of questions |
Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Total questions |
120 |
| Marking scheme |
1 mark will be awarded for a correct answer 0.25 marks will be deducted for incorrect answer |
| Total marks |
120 |
| Language |
English |
CLAT 2026 Subject-wise questions and weightage
The section-wise weightage for CLAT 2026 question paper will be as under:
| Sections |
No. of questions |
Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 28-32 |
28-32 |
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| 35-39 |
35-39 |
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| 28-32 |
28-32 |
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| 35-39 |
35-39 |
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| Quantitative Techniques (Elementry Mathematics up to Class 10) |
13-17 |
13-17 |
| Total |
120 |
120 |
CLAT 2026 Book Suggestion for LLM
According to the past two years test-takers, apart from LLB notes and bare acts, following books for CLAT LLM preparation were helpful to get good scores:
| CLAT PG 2026 Best Books | |
|---|---|
| Singhal's S. S. Hand Books for LLM Entrance Exam |
PSA Pillai or Ratanlal & Dhirajlal for IPC |
| Universal Guide to LLM Entrance Exam |
Avtar Singh or R.K. Bangia for Contract |
| Universal’s Book on Past year Papers |
K. Jain (Dukki) Part – I & II for Constitution |
| AK Jain MCQs |
K. Jain or Salmond for Jurisprudence |
| Public International Law by Dr. Ashok K. Jain | Family and Property Law by Poonam Pradhan |
| Company Law by Avtar Singh | The Constitution of India by P.M. Bakshi |
CLAT Exam
Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered Yesterday
The process to access official sample papers of CLAT 2026 is as under-
- Go the official website
- Login and click on attempt sample paper
- You will now see sample instructions on your screen
- Read the instructions and click on 'Start Mock Test'
- Attempt the question paper
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
Candidates can follow the process mentioned below to check the CLAT seat allotment result:
- Visit the official website of CLAT
- Enter mobile number & password.
- Click on Login.
- Check the seat allotment result.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
The Consortium of NLUs will begin CLAT Counselling Process 2026 once the CLAT Results are announced. The counselling process of CLAT will be conducted in online mode on the official website of Consortium of NLUs; i.e. consortiumofnlus.ac. The Counselling Process will be held in five rounds.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
- Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
- Enter your registered mobile number and password.
- Click on the Login button.
- Click on the Download Admit Card.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
Yes, the cnsortium of NLUs has released the CLAT admit card online. The candidates registered for the exam are issued the hall ticket online. The CLAT 2026 Exam is scheduled to be held on December 07, 2025.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
No you can't. To get admission in ipu in BBA LLB course you have to give CLAT Exam
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Beginner-Level 1
Answered a month ago
While it is not impossible, it is a really challenging task. To score well, you must start preparing for CLAT at least six months before. It is very important to score well if you are looking forward to getting into good NLU. For top 10 NLU, you at least need to score between 100 to 105 as per past
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
The CLAT Syllabus is published by the Consortium. The syllabus has been announced. Candidates who are preparing for the exam must note that there are no changes made in the syllabus so far. Candidates can check the syllabus by visiting the official website. You can only download the PDF from websit
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 months ago
In order to know if you are eligible or not check the official notification and the eligibility criteria. There is no other way to check the the eligibility criteria. Do not fill the form without checking the eligibility criteria.
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
You don't have to worry. In case you have forgotten your ID and password, which is pretty much normal. You can go and click on the forgot password tab in the registration window. You will receive the mail and then you have to reset your password. Once day you will be able to login.
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Contributor-Level 6
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SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur
Kattankulathur, Chennai • Private
- CLAT, SRMJEEL
- ₹ 12.50 Lakh
- 5 years
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- Full Time
National Law School of India University, Bangalore
Vijayanagar, Bangalore • Public
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Salt Lake City, Kolkata • Public
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