CLAT 2026 Syllabus: How Difficult is the Maths in CLAT?

CLAT 2026 Syllabus: How Difficult is the Maths in CLAT?

Sumeet SudarshanUpdated on 25 Mar 2025, 04:19 PM IST

The mathematics section in CLAT has the least weight but can turn out to be a game-changer for candidates. The mere presence of maths can make several aspirants nervous about their prospects in CLAT 2026. However, is the CLAT maths syllabus difficult? Read on to find out how difficult is mathematics in CLAT and know what are the important topics and some useful preparation tips.

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  1. CLAT Maths Syllabus 2026 Overview
  2. How Difficult is the Mathematics Section in CLAT 2026?
  3. Preparation Tips for CLAT Quantitative Techniques
CLAT 2026 Syllabus: How Difficult is the Maths in CLAT?
CLAT 2026 Syllabus: How Difficult is the Maths in CLAT?

CLAT Maths Syllabus 2026 Overview

The quantitative techniques section carries 10% weight in the Common Law Admission Test. It has the least weight among the five sections in the CLAT syllabus. As with other sections, the CLAT mathematics section will have multiple-choice questions based on comprehension passages.

The questions in the CLAT quantitative techniques section require the candidates to work with the numerical data provided in the passages by applying mathematical operations and come up with the answer.

CLAT Maths Snapshot

Particulars

Details

Total weightage

10%

Type of questions asked

Questions based on facts or propositions, graphs, or other textual, pictorial, or diagrammatic representations of numerical information

Number of questions

10-14

Number of passages

2-3

Standard of questions

Class 10th

Important topics

How Difficult is the Mathematics Section in CLAT 2026?

The maximum difficulty level of mathematics section in CLAT is of class 10 level as candidates from any subject stream are allowed to appear for the exam. The actual analysis of past years’ CLAT question papers shows that the mathematics in CLAT consists of very basic questions that mostly test the candidates’ arithmetic skills.

Candidates have to perform only basic calculations such as calculating percentages, ratios, and arithmetic operations to answer the questions. Experts also say that the difficulty level of CLAT maths is much lesser than class 10th level.

It means that with proper preparation candidates from any stream irrespective of whether they are from a mathematics background or not will be able to perform well in the CLAT quantitative techniques section

Preparation Tips for CLAT Quantitative Techniques

Given below are a few preparation tips for the mathematics section in CLAT-

  • Refer to good books on CLAT mathematics to improve understanding of underlying mathematical concepts

  • Since maths is a practical subject, continuous practice by solving problems will improve speed and build comfort and familiarity with the underlying concepts.

  • Develop a reading habit to improve reading and comprehension skills as the mathematics section will have MCQs that are based on underlying passages of text.

  • Practice with CLAT sample papers to assess one’s level of preparation and formulate a preparation strategy that addresses one’s weak points and improves upon strengths.

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Hello,

CLAT or Common Law Admission Test, a national level examination, is conducted for admission to the law colleges and universities.

With your rank you can get mid tier NLUs and newer NLUs. Some of the Institutes are RGNUL Patiala, CNLU Patna, NLUT Agartala, etc. Keep a eye on the cut off scores and counseling rounds.

Here is a college predictor via your rank designed by Careers360.

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Check out the official website of Careers360 for more information regarding the colleges.

https://law.careers360.com/articles/clat-2026-rank-wise-college-list

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Hello,

No, with a CLAT rank of 9515, it does not offer any admission to the University School of Law and Legal Studies.

As per the stats provided, USLLS BA LLB (Hons) lists the OBC category entries from 4600 to 5600 ranks.

For further clarifications visit

https://www.careers360.com/colleges/university-school-of-law-and-legal-studies-new-delhi/cut-off

Hope it helps with your query. Good luck.

Hello,

For your mentioned rank, the top elite law universities are constrained to be limited, especially when the chance is fairly divided among reserved category people.

But apart from CLAT rank, NRI admissions have some different processes.

Some NLUs handle counselling with required eligibility and quotas. The counselling registration window is open until December 27, 2025. You can apply to know through them. Because even missing application deadlines will lessen your eligibility.

NRI admissions regarding CLAT can be applied directly with the major required document proofs.

Cutoffs to 10,000 are being allotted after regular rounds for counselling, but the course fee for this will be 10-20 lakhs per annum only if the candidate is either of these: NRI, OCI, or PIO.

For further clarifications check the official portal

Consortium of  (https://consortiumofnlus.ac.in/clat-2026/) NLUs.

Hope it helps with your query. Good luck.

Hello,

Here is your CLAT 2026 Rank-Wise College List - Available NLUs in your rank range. I am providing you the link. Kindly open and check it out.

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Hello,

With an OBC category rank of 2796 and All India Rank (AIR) 15163 in CLAT 2026, your chances of admission into a National Law University (NLU) are moderate too low for the top NLUs, but you may still secure a seat in some of the newer or lower-ranked NLUs depending on the cutoffs and counselling rounds.

For more access mentioned link below:

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