Please explain a proper strategy for CLAT for pure droppers, with proper schedule.

If you are a dropper, you know that it is not just the knowledge that is tested in the CLAT exam; it tests your intellect. If you are a dropper, you have plenty of time to practice mock tests because your basics are clear. So try to attempt one mock test daily and slowly increase it to two mock tests. After taking the test it is important to analyze your test and evaluate your performance regularly. While practising, you can also explore your choices. Try attempting different sections first, and know your strong area to start in the exam. After practising a lot of tests, you will have an idea about which section to attempt first and how much time to allot to each section. Once you build this master plan before the exam, nobody can stop you from cracking it. A dropper can devote more time to CLAT preparation as compared to the school students. This can be your plus point and a motivation factor to crack the exam this year. If you get frustrated thinking about your year dropped, just think, You Can And You Will. If this method does not work, talk to your mentors and your friends, and keep yourself motivated. Make your own strategy and work on it rather than seeing other students. Always make sure to satisfy yourself with the preparation you do. Some tips for the droppers- You may sometimes feel that your class fellows are joining the best colleges and having all the fun. But joining a college of your choice is better to keep away from future regrets. Never think that you are wasting your time. Take it as an opportunity to crack your dream law school. Don't self doubt. Mock test marks are not your original CLAT score. They are just the parameters to guide you in your journey. Scores will keep changing if you put more efforts in improving your weaknesses. Let failure not bother you. Fearing results will lead to stress and stop you from giving your best. Understand that your hard work needs a little bit of intelligence to produce good results. All the Best. Good luck.

CLAT PG Pattern 2026: Exam Mode, Marking Scheme, Negative Marking & Exam Duration

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Updated on Jul 25, 2025 16:27 IST

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CLAT 2026 exam pattern for LLM courses has been released by NLU Consortium. The CLAT LLM paper will carry both objective- and subjective-type questions. The Consortium dropped the subjective section from the CLAT PG Exam 2026. As per the revised CLAT Exam Pattern 2026, candidates have to attempt a total of 120 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) in 120 minutes duration. Given below is the detailed CLAT pattern for LLM.

Candidates are advised to thoroughly go through the CLAT exam pattern 2026 for LLM courses to know important test details such as the number of questions, type of questions, maximum marks, minimum cutoff criteria, exam subjects and marking scheme.

Table of content

CLAT Exam Pattern 2026: Highlights
CLAT LLM Pattern 2026: Section-Wise & Weightage
CLAT 2026 Marking Scheme for LLM
CLAT 2026 Minimum Cutoff Criteria
Important Points regarding CLAT LLM 2026 Exam Pattern

CLAT Exam Pattern 2026: Highlights

The key features of CLAT LLM question paper are mentioned below:

Particulars	CLAT Exam Pattern for LLM
Exam mode	Offline
Exam duration	120 minutes (2 hours)
Test language	English
Type of questions	Objective
Exam subjects	Various law subjects divided into two sections
Total questions	120
Total marks	120
Marking scheme	+1 for every correct answer -0.25 for every incorrect answer

CLAT LLM Pattern 2026: Section-Wise & Weightage

CLAT question paper 2026 for LLM contains objective-type questions. There will be 120 MCQs that candidates have to attempt in two hours. Check the complete CLAT LLM exam pattern for each for reference below.

CLAT LLM Sections	MCQs per section	Marks per section
Sec A – Constitutional Law	120	120
Sec B - Contract, Torts, Criminal Law, International Law, IPR and Jurisprudence.
Sec C – Law topics and Contemporary issues

If you are appearing for CLAT UG 2026, then take a look at the following articles:

CLAT Exam Pattern for UG Courses

CLAT Syllabus for UG Courses

CLAT 2026 Marking Scheme for LLM

As per the CLAT Marking Scheme 2026,

Candidates will be awarded one mark for every correct answer
There will be negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer
No marks will be awarded or deducted for questions left un-attempted

CLAT Marking Parameters	Marks Awarded for Objective Questions
Correct answer	+1
Incorrect answer	-0.25
Un-attempted question	0

Also Read: CLAT Questions for Practice with Solutions: Free PDF Download

CLAT 2026 Minimum Cutoff Criteria

As per the CLAT minimum cutoff criteria, only candidates who score a minimum 40 per cent aggregate (35 per cent for SC/ST/PwD) in the objective section of the exam will qualify for evaluation of their answers in the descriptive section.

Candidates appearing for CLAT 2026 can check CLAT Cutoff for UG Courses here

Important Points regarding CLAT LLM 2026 Exam Pattern

Some of the important points that candidates must keep in mind regarding the CLAT test pattern for LLM courses include:

The CLAT PG 2026 exam will focus on the comprehension capabilities of candidates
The CLAT PG paper will contain extracts from primary legal materials followed by a series of questions. Candidates will need to answer those questions while demonstrating their reading and comprehension ability, awareness of issues discussed in the passage and knowledge application ability.
The paper will be based on all the mandatory subjects of UG-level law course of candidates and as per the CLAT 2026 LLM Syllabus shared by Consortium
In the descriptive section of the exam, candidates' answers should not exceed 800 words
While writing descriptive essays, candidates should be able to demonstrate their awareness of legal, factual and philosophical issues. Candidates should also be able to structure their answers well.

Check complete CLAT syllabus for LLM.