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    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.

    This Story also Contains

    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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    Yes, for CLAT preparation, building a reading habit daily is a good approach. You can read the daily newspapers like The Hindu and The Indian Express. While going for Animal Farm by George Orwell, Word power Made Easy by Norma Lewis for novel comprehension.




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