CLAT Previous Year Question Papers with Answer Keys and Detailed Solutions are available here for both UG and PG programs in PDF format. As per the latest update from the Consortium of NLUs, CLAT exam will now include 120 questions instead of 150, to be completed within a duration of 2 hours.
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| CLAT 2023 Question Paper and Answer Key PDF (Dec 18, 2022) |
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Download: CLAT 2023 UG & PG Question Paper and Answer Key PDF
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| CLAT 2022 Question Paper and Answer Key PDF (Jun 19, 2022) |
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Download: CLAT 2022 UG & PG Question Paper and Answer Key PDF
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| CLAT 2021 Question Paper and Answer Key PDF (Jul 23, 2021) |
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Download: CLAT 2021 UG & PG Question Paper and Answer Key PDF
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| CLAT 2020 Question Paper and Answer Key PDF ( Sep 28, 2020) |
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Download: CLAT 2020 UG & PG Question Paper and Answer Key PDF
Download: CLAT 2019 UG & PG Question Paper and Answer Key PDF
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| CLAT 2018 Question Paper and Answer Key PDF (May 13, 2018) |
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Download: CLAT 2018 UG & PG Question Paper and Answer Key PDF
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| CLAT 2017 Question Paper and Answer Key PDF (May 14, 2017) |
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| CLAT 2017 PG Question Paper and Answer Key PDF (May 14, 2017) |
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Download: CLAT 2017 UG & PG Question Paper and Answer Key PDF
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| CLAT 2016 Question Paper and Answer Key PDF (May 08, 2016) |
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Download: CLAT 2016 UG & PG Question Paper and Answer Key PDF
| Feature | Details |
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| Mode of Exam | Offline (Pen & Paper) |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Total Questions | 120 MCQs |
| Total Marks | 120 |
| Marking Scheme | +1 for each correct answer |
| Negative Marking | -0.25 for each wrong answer |
| Section | Approx. Questions | Weightage |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 22–26 | 20% |
| Current Affairs & GK | 28–32 | 25% |
| Legal Reasoning | 28–32 | 25% |
| Logical Reasoning | 22–26 | 20% |
| Quantitative Techniques | 10–14 | 10% |
Cracking the CLAT examination marks the beginning of a structured legal education journey through admission to prestigious National Law Universities and other participating institutions. Once results are declared, candidates move into the counselling and seat allotment process based on merit and preferences. The outcome transforms preparation efforts into tangible academic opportunities. CLAT success, therefore, serves as a gateway to long-term professional growth in the legal sector.
Ques: Can I appear for CMAT multiple times in my academic career?
Ans: Yes, there is no restriction on the number of CMAT attempts. Candidates can appear every year as long as they meet the eligibility criteria. Multiple attempts often help improve scores and percentile.
Ques: Does CMAT have sectional cut-offs like some MBA entrance exams?
Ans: CMAT usually does not prescribe sectional cut-offs at the exam level. However, individual colleges may establish their own sectional or overall percentile requirements during admissions.
Ques: Is negative marking applicable for unanswered questions in CMAT?
Ans: No, unanswered questions do not attract any penalty. Negative marking is applied only to incorrect
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