Chanakya National Law University (CNLU), Patna, conducts the CNLU-ET 2026 exam for admission to its 3-year LLB program. The CNLU-ET 2026 exam is divided into three sections. The entrance exam includes 120 questions, each carrying 1 mark. Candidates are evaluated on their general knowledge about the English language, awareness, reasoning, and critical thinking. The duration of the CNLU 3-year LLB exam is two hours. The CNLU 3-year LLB exam is expected to be conducted in the second week of September 2026.
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CNLU 3-year LLB syllabus 2026 includes General English, General Awareness, and General and Critical Reasoning sections. Each of the sections is divided equally with 40 questions. The table below details the CNLU-ET 2026 syllabus with topics covered in each section.
Subject | Topics | Number of Questions |
General English |
| 40 questions |
General Awareness |
| 40 questions |
General and Critical Reasoning |
| 40 questions |
Total | 120 questions | |
CNLU Patna conducts the CNLU-ET 2026 in offline (Pen-and-Paper) mode at the designated test centres. There are 120 multiple-choice questions in the exam. Candidates can obtain a maximum score of 120 in this exam. Given below is the detailed exam pattern of CNLU 3-year LLB 2026.
Particulars | Details |
Mode of Exam | Offline (Pen-and-Paper based) |
Total Marks | 120 |
Total Questions | 120 |
Duration | 2 hours (120 minutes) |
Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) ] |
Marking Scheme | +1 for each correct answer, −0.25 for each wrong answer |
Each section of the CNLU 3-year LLB 2026 syllabus carries equal weightage. A total of 120 questions are equally divided among three sections, with 40 questions in each section. The table below details the CNLU-ET 2026 exam weightage and marking scheme.
Subject | Number of questions | Marks | Marking scheme |
General English | 40 | 40 |
|
General Awareness | 40 | 40 | |
General and Critical Reasoning | 40 | 40 | |
Total | 120 questions | 120 marks |
Candidates preparing for CNLU 3-year LLB 2026, can refer to the preparation tips mentioned below. These incorporate tips to cover the CNLU 3-year LLB 2026 syllabus.
Make it a habit to read newspapers every day to stay updated with current affairs and improve English skills.
Practice grammar and learn new vocabulary every day.
Read about current events and basic general knowledge.
Candidates must practice for the reasoning section by solving logical questions available online.
Practising CNLU 3-year LLB sample papers and mock papers is a great way to prepare for the exam.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The eligibility criteria for CNLU 3-year LLB is listed below.
1. Passed an Undergraduate Degree with the following Marks or Equivalent Grade
60% marks for General / BC / EBC / EWS / PWD
55% marks for the SC/ST category
2. Passed or appeared in the final semester of the qualifying degree
The total duration of the CNLU-ET 2026 exam is 2 hours.
Yes, for each wrong answer, 0.25 marks are deducted in the CNLU-ET 2026 exam.
The application fee for SC, ST and PWD category candidates is Rs 2,500 and for other candidates it is Rs 3,000.
On Question asked by student community
Hello Santosh,
Domicile cut-offs are unpredictable. You can apply and get a seat only if the domicile category is selected. You can apply, but the chances of getting either of them are rare.
You can get the CNLU ET previous year question paper for admission into the 3-year LLB programme by clicking on the link given here.
Hi,
With an AIR 1215 General, Female in CLAT, you have a good chance of getting BA LLB at CNLU Patna in the third list, as last year the closing rank was around 1398. Keep checking the official counselling portal for seat allotment updates and options to float or freeze
Start preparing for CLAT by first understanding the exam pattern and syllabus, which includes English, Current Affairs, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Techniques. Make a simple daily routine and begin with basics read newspapers regularly for current affairs, practice comprehension passages for English and legal sections, and solve basic
With a CLAT score of around 74 marks, OBC category, and Bihar domicile, you do have a fair chance of getting admission to Chanakya National Law University (CNLU), Patna, but it cannot be considered fully guaranteed.
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