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The CLAT General Knowledge section is a core part of the CLAT 2026 syllabus. In terms of the number of questions, CLAT General Knowledge, including the Current Affairs section, holds the highest weightage along with the Legal Reasoning exam. There are around 28 to 32 questions from the Current Affairs, including GK section, every year. Often, students are perplexed about how much to study for the CLAT Current Affairs section. The reason is that the topics in this section can stretch to vast boundaries. For instance, if you talk about a simple topic in this section, International Relations, there can be so much to cover in this topic alone. It becomes very important during your preparation that you correctly identify what to study and what not to. In this article, we have analysed the last five years' question papers of the CLAT exam and identified the most repeated topics in the CLAT Current Affairs and General Knowledge section.
The Current Affairs and GK section can be the most unpredictable section in terms of the type of questions. However, on looking at the last five years' topics covered in this section, candidates will get a good idea of what types of questions are asked in this section. Talking about last year’s topics of CLAT Current Affairs and GK, there were questions from International Relations, Polity, History, Sports/Culture, etc. The table below is a detailed analysis of the topics asked in this section in the last five years.
Year | Key Topics (Grouped by Passage/Cluster) |
2025 | - International Relations (BRICS Summit: India-China dialogue, expansion, currency, Big Cats Alliance). - Polity (Article 370 & J&K: abrogation, UT creation, assemblies, districts). - Polity (Nari Shakti: timeline, misconceptions, representation, quotas). - History (Civil Disobedience: industrialist support, workers, women, Round Table). - Sports/Culture (Paris Olympics: vibe, medals like Neeraj Chopra/Manu Bhaker, geopolitics). |
2024 | - History (Jallianwala Bagh: Dyer's actions, casualties, British response, sentiments). - International Relations (Israel-Hamas: 2023 invasion, casualties, crimes, Intifadas/Yom Kippur). - Science & Technology (Chandrayaan-3: landing, Vikram/Pragyan, ISRO journey). - International Relations/Economy (G20 2023: New Delhi theme, members, rotation). - Polity/History (Ambedkar's Speech: democracy contradictions, equality). |
2023 | - Polity/Governance (Governors: role, democratic principles, federal tensions). - International Relations (Global South: G20 role, China borders, Russia-Ukraine). - Economy (Global Trade/GDP: G20 share, dynamics). - Science/Technology (Digital Rupee: RBI CBDC, implications). - Society/History (Bureaucracy: English barriers, social security, quality of life). |
2022 | - Environment/Science (Fossil Fuels/Gaia: distribution, climate). - Economy/Governance (CSR: funds deadline, spending). - Polity (Special Marriage Act: inter-faith marriages, consent). - Science/Technology (ISRO: Gaganyaan, role). - Society (Humour: commentary vs. fun). - Polity (Constitutional Amendments: HC suggestions, mandates). |
2021 | - International Relations (China Borders: 2020 buildup, ties). - International Relations (Modi-Bangladesh: visits, bilateral). - Polity/Legal (Res Judicata: filings, principles). - Society/Health (COVID-19: deaths, education, global). - Polity (Bureaucracy: entry, proficiency). - Economy/Society (Quality of Life: pandemic, welfare). |
On closely analysing the past few years' question papers, it appears that some topics have commonly been asked in the Current Affairs including General Knowledge section. Polity and Governance has had the highest number of questions in CLAT GK in the last five years. In these topics, questions were centred around the constitution, famous speeches, federal structure, landmark acts, etc. After Polity comes International Relations and Conflicts. Over the years, there have been questions on these topics, mostly centred around BRICS, G20 summits, India-China, Russia-Ukraine, etc. The table given below lists the most repeated questions in the CLAT Current Affairs section in the last five years.
Topic/Sub-Theme | Frequency (Out of 140 Questions) | Percentage | Years Covered | Key Examples |
Polity & Governance | 32 | 23% | 2021-2025 | Constitution (Article 370, Ambedkar speeches), reservations (women/SC/ST), federal structure (UTs, assemblies), landmark acts (Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam). |
International Relations & Conflicts | 28 | 20% | 2021-2025 | BRICS/G20 summits, India-China/Bangladesh ties, Israel-Hamas war, Russia-Ukraine. |
History (Modern Indian/Colonial) | 18 | 13% | 2021, 2024, 2025 | Freedom struggle (Civil Disobedience, Jallianwala Bagh), leaders, and impacts. |
Science & Technology | 16 | 11% | 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025 | Indian missions (Chandrayaan-3, ISRO), rovers, and global rankings. |
Economy & Business | 12 | 9% | 2022, 2024, 2025 | Multilateral groups (BRICS/G20), corporate laws (CSR), and historical business roles. |
Sports & Culture | 10 | 7% | 2024, 2025 | Paris 2024 Olympics (medals, ceremonies), Indian performance. |
Environment & Society | 8 | 6% | 2021, 2022 | Fossil fuels, pandemics, quality of life, Gaia hypothesis. |
Miscellaneous (Pandemics, Awards) | 16 | 11% | All years | COVID-19 effects, Nobel-like recognitions. |
You may also check: Monthly Current Affairs for CLAT 2026
Based on the analysis of the past question papers of the CLAT exam, it can be concluded that there are some topics that are very likely to appear in the CLAT 2026 exam. For example, Polity & Governance has been repeated in the last five years and is very likely to appear in the upcoming session as well. Similarly, International Relations is also a topic that has been repeated in the last five years and will most likely comprise questions in the CLAT 2026 exam. The table given below shows the most expected topics in the CLAT Current Affairs including General Knowledge section.
Topic Category | Expected No. of Questions | Probability | Key Examples/Sub-Themes |
Polity & Governance | 8-10 | High | Women's Reservation Bill implementation, One Nation One Election, federalism (UT updates), Constitution anniversaries (75th). |
International Relations | 6-8 | High | G20/BRICS 2025 (South Africa/Brazil), India-China pacts, Russia-Ukraine talks, QUAD/Indo-Pacific. |
Science & Technology | 5-7 | Medium-High | Gaganyaan updates, Aditya-L1 results, AI/quantum policies, green hydrogen. |
History | 4-5 | Medium | Constitution 75th anniversary, Quit India echoes, colonial legacies (Jallianwala). |
Economy/Sports | 3-5 | Medium | IMF/World Bank on India (5th economy), 2026 Commonwealth Games, UPI global. |
Emerging (Society/Environment) | 2-4 | Medium | COP30 (Brazil), health security lessons, LGBTQ+ rights post-judgments. |
Here are some generic tips to prepare for the CLAT GK section:
Make it a daily habit to read one newspaper. The Hindu, Indian Express can be termed as good newspapers for CLAT Current Affairs and GK preparation.
Candidates must note that they should not give too much time to static GK; instead, they should focus more on current affairs of the last 1-2 years.
Practice time management with the help of mock tests and sample papers. Try finishing 28 questions within 20-25 minutes regularly.
Candidates can try group study for this section, as it can be very helpful. Discussing current affairs and engaging in debates can be highly beneficial for preparing this section.
Follow ISRO/DRDO milestones as they are very likely to appear in the CLAT Current Affairs and GK section.
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If you have secured a CLAT 2026 rank of 13656 and are aiming for admission to LLM programmes in National Law Universities (NLUs), it’s important to understand how selection usually works. LLM admissions at most NLUs depend primarily on the candidate’s CLAT PG rank, but the level of competition is high because many applicants compete for a limited number of seats. With a rank around 13656, the chances of securing a seat in the most sought-after NLUs like NLSIU Bengaluru, NALSAR Hyderabad, WBNUJS Kolkata or National Law University Delhi are quite slim because these institutions tend to have much higher closing ranks for most specialisations in their LLM programmes.
However, your rank keeps you in a position to explore other good NLUs and national law schools where the closing ranks are relatively lower or have larger seat matrices. Institutions such as Hidayatullah National Law University Raipur, National Law University Odisha, Gujarat National Law University, Tamil Nadu National Law University, Chanakya National Law University Patna and Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University Lucknow have historically had closing ranks beyond the top five NLUs. These universities often offer quality legal education, experienced faculty, moot court activities, internships and decent placement opportunities for LLM graduates. Many of them also have specialisations in areas like constitutional law, corporate law, human rights law and international law, giving you options to pursue your interests.
It is also essential to remember that CLAT PG counselling usually happens in multiple rounds, including mop-up and stray vacancy rounds, through which seats in various universities are reallocated as candidates make changes or withdraw. With a rank in the mid-range, participating in all counselling rounds will improve your chances because some seats open up later in the process. Apart from NLUs, some universities and law schools that accept CLAT PG scores may also offer admission based on home-state quotas or reserved category benefits if applicable to you. Evaluating all these options with an open mind will help you find a suitable law institute where you can pursue your LLM and build your legal career.
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With a CLAT PG rank of 1257 in the SC category and being a woman candidate with Rajasthan domicile, you do have a realistic chance of securing admission to several National Law Universities, though the top NLUs may be difficult at this rank. Admission chances depend heavily on category-wise cut-offs, domicile reservations, and how many seats are available in a given year. For top-tier NLUs like NLSIU Bengaluru, NALSAR Hyderabad, or NLUD, the closing ranks for SC category usually fall much lower, so chances there are minimal. However, you should definitely consider mid- and lower-ranked NLUs where SC category cut-offs often extend beyond 1200–1500 ranks.
You should prioritise NLUs that offer domicile or state quota benefits, especially those closer to your home state or neighbouring regions. National Law University Jodhpur (if applicable under domicile or category movement), Hidayatullah National Law University Raipur, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University Lucknow, Gujarat National Law University Gandhinagar, Maharashtra National Law University (Nagpur or Aurangabad), National Law University Odisha, and Tamil Nadu National Law University are some options where candidates in the SC category with similar ranks have secured seats in previous counselling rounds. Lower-tier NLUs like Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University, Himachal Pradesh National Law University, and Dharmashastra National Law University can also be kept in your preference list as safer options.
Your strategy should be to keep a wide preference list during counselling, placing mid-ranked NLUs first and then moving to lower NLUs, rather than restricting yourself only to a few choices. Also, stay active during subsequent counselling rounds and vacancy rounds, as many seats in the SC category are filled later due to withdrawals. Overall, while top NLUs may be tough, you have a fair chance of getting into a decent NLU if you plan your preferences smartly and remain flexible.
With a CLAT PG rank of around 11,000, getting admission into the top National Law Universities (NLUs) is not likely, as their general category cut-offs usually close much earlier. However, you still have realistic chances in lower-ranked and newer NLUs, especially in the later rounds of CLAT counselling or through vacant seats.
At this rank, you may consider NLUs such as NLU Tripura, NLU Meghalaya, NLU Nagaland, NLU Sikkim, NLU Andhra Pradesh, NLU Odisha, NLU Jabalpur, and NLU Aurangabad, particularly if you belong to a reserved category like SC, ST, OBC, EWS, or have domicile or women reservation applicable. Cut-offs for these universities tend to go higher in rank compared to older NLUs, and seats often open up in subsequent counselling rounds due to withdrawals.
If you do not secure an NLU seat, you should also strongly consider reputed state and private law universities that accept CLAT PG scores or conduct their own entrance tests. Universities such as Faculty of Law, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Delhi University (DU – through CUET PG), Jamia Millia Islamia, Symbiosis Law School, Christ University, Jindal Global Law School, and Nirma University are good alternatives for LLM aspirants. Many of these institutions offer strong academic exposure, experienced faculty, and good research opportunities, sometimes even better than newer NLUs.
Overall, while a rank of 11,000 limits options in top NLUs, admission is still possible in newer NLUs or good non-NLU law universities, provided you actively participate in counselling rounds and keep backup options ready.
With a CLAT 2026 All India Rank around 2070, Telangana domicile, and holding an OBC certificate (girl candidate), your chances of getting admission into a top-tier NLU like NLSIU Bengaluru, NALSAR Hyderabad, NUJS Kolkata or NLU Jodhpur are quite low, as their closing ranks are usually much higher. However, you still have realistic chances in several mid-tier and newer NLUs, especially if OBC reservation and domicile or women reservation is applicable.
Based on previous years’ counselling trends, you can reasonably expect chances in NLUs such as NLU Odisha (Cuttack), NLIU Bhopal (borderline, depending on category movement), NLU Assam (Guwahati), DSNLU Visakhapatnam, TNNLU Tiruchirappalli, HPNLU Shimla, NLU Tripura, NLU Meghalaya, NLU Sikkim, and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar NLU Sonipat. Some of these universities see rank movement in later rounds and vacancies, particularly for reserved categories and women candidates.
Since you are from Telangana, you should definitely keep NALSAR Hyderabad in your preference list, but only after all higher NLUs, as the domicile quota is limited and usually closes at a much better rank. Still, it is worth trying because domicile and category together can sometimes help in spot or vacancy rounds.
Your best strategy would be to prepare a balanced preference list: first include all top NLUs, then mid-tier NLUs like NLU Odisha and NLIU Bhopal, followed by newer and lower-ranked NLUs where your rank has a stronger chance. Make sure you actively participate in all counselling rounds, including vacancies, as many seats open up after withdrawals.
Cut-offs vary every year depending on seat intake, category distribution, and counselling dynamics, so even if you miss out in early rounds, you should not lose hope. Keep your documents ready, track counselling updates closely, and stay flexible with preferences to maximize your chances of securing an NLU seat.
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Here is a list of government and semi-government colleges that accept CLAT score:
However, these universities also carry out separate registration to apply using your CLAT Scorecard.
I hope this helps you.
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