Dos and Don'ts of CLAT 2022
Dos and Don’ts of CLAT 2022: The Consortium of National Law Universities (CNLUs) will conduct the Common Law Admission Test on May 08, 2022 offline. CLAT is one of the most popular law entrance exams in India and most of the law aspirants seek admission in one of the prestigious institutes through it. However, Most students fail to understand the fundamental requirements of the exam and that reflects in their CLAT score. Therefore, it is necessary for the candidates to know what to do and what not to do while preparing for the CLAT 2022 and also on the exam day. If you are looking to appear in the CLAT exam this year, then read the article to know about dos and don’t for CLAT 2022 along with other important preparation tips.
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The Consortium of NLUs conducts CLAT for candidates seeking admission to 5-year integrated LLB and LLM programs offered by 22 national law universities. CLAT scores are also accepted by more than 60 public and private colleges and universities across the country.
Dos For CLAT 2022
Know the Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The candidates should be aware of the CLAT exam pattern and syllabus before initiating their preparation for the entrance exam.
It would be very difficult for them to prepare for the exam without having in-depth knowledge of the subjects included in the syllabus and test modalities.
Candidates should also know the weightage and number of questions asked from the topics included in the CLAT syllabus.
It will guide them to invest the preparation time accordingly and focus on higher weightage topics followed by relatively lesser weightage topics.
Make A Good Study Plan and Follow It
It is always advisable to make a proper study plan before starting the preparation for CLAT 2022.
Candidates preparing for CLAT along with their qualifying exam like many candidates, then they should focus on distributing the time equally to prepare for both the exams.
While scheduling the study plan, they should allocate sufficient time to different sections and devote sufficient time to practice previous year question papers and revision.
Practice Previous Year Question Paper
The candidates preparing for CLAT 2022 should practice previous year question papers without fail.
It will not only provide them a good overview of the exam pattern or difficulty level of the questions asked, but also boost their confidence to solve CLAT questions on the exam day.
Attempt Mock Test
Candidates should attempt as many CLAT mock tests as possible to boost their chance of cracking CLAT 2022.
It will also help the candidates to assess their strengths and weaknesses, so that they can put extra effort in the difficult sections and topics.
Candidates should analyse the result of the mock test and work on the mistakes to obtain good marks in CLAT 2022
Candidates should also learn time management skills while solving mock tests. It will help them on the exam day.
Dos For CLAT 2022 On Exam Day
The candidates must carry a print out of the CLAT 2022 admit card to the exam hall to avoid any kind of stress before the entrance exam.
They should keep all the necessary belongings alongside an admit card such as photo ID proof one day before the exam day.
Candidates should reach the CLAT 2022 exam centre at least one hour before the commencement of the exam.
They should go through the exam day guidelines and follow them throughout the exam to avoid any kind of hassles during the entrance exam.
Don’t For CLAT 2022
Candidates can check, what not to do to enhance the effectiveness of their preparation for CLAT 2022 mentioned below
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Don’t Be Two-Minded
Many students get confused in choosing the best books for CLAT 2022 or best institutions while preparing for the entrance exam.
However, such things should be avoided to keep the CLAT preparation simple and effective. Candidates should follow the CLAT 2022 recommended books and study materials instead of piling up the books.
They should make proper notes on the important topics from the recommended books and revise them before the entrance exam to obtain good marks.
Don’t Spend Too Much Time on Learning New Topics
With CLAT 2022 coming closer, the candidates should focus more on revision instead of spending time on new topics.
It will create unwanted confusion and that will impact their performance in CLAT 2022.
Therefore, they should go through the notes, practice previous year question papers and solve as many mock tests.
CLAT 2022 Tips for Exam Day
The candidates should arrive at the exam centre at least 30 minutes before the commencement of the test. Arriving very late at the CLAT exam centre will create chaos in the minds of the candidates right before the entrance exam.
They should not carry mobile phones, digital watches or any electronic devices to the exam centre.carrying such things can lead to wastage of time and unnecessary stress. However, they should bring the items mentioned in the CLAT 2022 admit card.
They should not read any new topics on the exam day. Reading new topics may end up making the candidates doubtful of their own preparation.
How to attempt CLAT 2022 paper
Candidates need to follow some good strategies to score well in CLAT 2022. Check the below mentioned tips to attempt the CLAT paper 2022.
Candidates should start with the easiest section to answer quickly and save enough time to answer other questions.
The candidates will have to answer 150 questions within 120 minutes including the penalty of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. Hence, they should be quick in answering the questions. Given the negative marking in CLAT, candidates should avoid answering the doubtful questions.
The CLAT will have lengthy passages, therefore, the candidates should read the passages carefully. They should answer the questions based on the information given in the passages only.
For CLAT maths, candidates should use the rough sheets to collaborate the data given in the graphs/charts or passages and solve the questions by using their numerical skills.
Candidates should save at least 15 minutes at the end and go through the entire paper to check their answers. In this process, candidates can use the elimination method to answer some questions.
Frequently Asked Question (FAQs) - Dos and Don'ts of CLAT 2022
Question: When will CLAT 2022 be conducted?
Answer:
CLAT 2022 will be conducted on May 08, 2022.
Question: What is the minimum education qualification for CLAT 2022?
Answer:
The candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board to be eligible for CLAT 2022. Candidates appearing in the qualifying exam can also appear in CLAT 2022. However, they will have to provide the necessary documents to prove their educational qualification at the time of the admission process.
Question: How many times can I appear in CLAT?
Answer:
The Consortium of NLUs has not prescribed any limit for appearing in CLAT. Therefore, you can appear in the national level law entrance exam as many times you want.
Question: What are the necessary documents I should carry to the CLAT exam centre 2022?
Answer:
You should carry the CLAT 2022 admit card and a valid photo identity proof to the CLAT exam centre.
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Questions related to CLAT
CLAT 2023 is on Dec 2022. so from which month current affair should i start preparing for it?
Hello Aspirant,
As CLAT 2023 is scheduled for December 2022 so you should start focusing on current affairs right now because in such entrance exams it is expected from candidate that the candidates should have proper knowledge of current affairs of at least 6-7 months till the date of examination so for your reference I am enlisting down the best books for CLAT preparation for all subjects :-
@GK & CURRENT AFFAIRS
- Manorama Year Book
- General Knowledge by Arihant Publications
- Current Affairs Yearly by Arihant Publications
@LOGICAL REASONING
- A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning by RS Aggarwal
- Analytical Reasoning (English) by M K Pandey
- Quantitative Aptitude ebook (ALL Parts Solved) by R S Agarwal
@LEGAL REASONING
- Legal Awareness and Legal Reasoning by Pearson
- Objective Legal Aptitude by Rs Agarwal
@QUANTITATIVE APTITUDE
- Fast Track Objective Arithmetic, Arihant Publications
- Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by Pearson's
@ENGLISH
- Objective General English by R S Aggarwal
- Word Power Made Easy by Norman
For complete information kindly check out the link given below :
https://law.careers360.com/articles/best-books-for-clat
I hope this information helps you.
Good Luck!!
How to study for Gk in one month for clat 2022?
Hi,
- Conventionally, students are advised to study current affairs of last 12 months before exam month. So, if CLAT 2022 happens in May, one should prepare for current affairs from May 2021-April 2022. At the same time, static GK in the context of current affairs is also important, which has no set historical timelines
- Most commonly asked CA topics are - Government & politics, world news & forums, business-economy-trade, personalities, awards & honours, science & technology, aerospace- defence in the decreasing order of importance
- With the new CLAT pattern, Q will be passage based. Hence, knowing every event till the second level of detailing will be crucial. Also, static GK in the context of current affairs is important. For events related to above topics, ask ‘who’, ‘what’, ‘why’, ‘when’ and ‘when first/when last’ Q. You will learn almost everything about that event
- Rely on daily newspaper like THE HINDU and 1–2 websites like cloudaffairs/GKToday since they provide clubbing of event by topics. They also provide quizzes which should be used for revision & not preparation
- Create your own charts/flash cards with tables of relevant events. Exchange them with like minded & serious CLAT aspirants and ask quizzes in small groups. This will lead to better recall. Since you have almost 1.5 years ahead, start this practice early so that you will get used to it & start enjoying the process.
Hope this helps.
Good luck.
I want to give CLAT exam without coaching class.....
Hello
Yes, you can definitely give CLAT without any coaching, there are many who prepare for CLAT without any coaching and not only clear CLAT but make it to NLUs as well you can do the same provided you prepare with honesty and dedication.
Follow the below tips to prepare well for your clat examination:-
---------------------------------) Go well through your CLAT syllabus , don't leave any part just because you find it difficult or boring or you don't like it.You can get clat syllabus at https://law.careers360.com/articles/clat-syllabus
There are 5 subjects in your clat
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english language
-
quantitative techniques
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Legal Reasoning
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current affairs including gk
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Logical Reasoning
Subjects |
Number of Questions |
Marks |
******* English Language |
28-32 questions |
28 - 32 |
Current Affairs, including GK |
35-39 questions |
35 - 39 |
******* Legal Reasoning |
35-39 questions |
35 - 39 |
******* Logical Reasoning |
28-32 questions |
28 - 32 |
******* Quantitative Techniques |
13-17 questions |
13 - 17 |
Total |
150 |
150 |
CLAT Sections |
Important Topics |
******* English Language |
|
******* Current Affairs including GK |
|
******* Logical Reasoning |
|
******* Legal Reasoning |
|
******* Quantitative Techniques |
|
>>>>>>>>> Understand the CLAT Examination pattern so that you can prepare accordingly.
Duration |
2 hours |
Mode |
Offline mode |
******* Type of Questions |
Objective/mcqs :- comprehension-based from given passages |
******* Number of Questions
******* Total Marks |
|
|
******* Marking scheme |
|
******* Language |
|
For detailed examination pattern checkout:- https://law.careers360.com/articles/clat-exam-pattern
------------------------------------) Top books which you can follow for CLAT are listed below subject wise
>>>>> GK & CURRENT AFFAIRS
*Manorama Year Book
*General Knowledge by Arihant Publications
*Current Affairs Yearly by Arihant Publications
>>>>> LOGICAL REASONING
*A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning by RS Aggarwal
>>>>> LEGAL REASONING
*Legal Awareness and Legal Reasoning by Pearson
*Objective Legal Aptitude by Rs Agarwal
>>>>> QUANTITATIVE APTITUDE
*Fast Track Objective Arithmetic, Arihant Publications
*Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by Pearson's
>>>>> ENGLISH
*Objective General English by R S Aggarwal
*Word Power Made Easy by Norman
For detailed information about books for CLAT go through
https://law.careers360.com/articles/best-books-for-clat/amp
------------------------------------) A major part of your Clat question paper are from the gk and current affairs section , so focus more on them, read news papers like The Hindu, Financial Express, and The Economist on daily basis to keep you updated
------------------------------------) Make a routine or a time table and religiously follow it , take short breaks in between your studies, studying continuously can be brain tiring and it becomes difficult to focus and study with concentration, so take breaks to relax and refresh your brain.
------------------------------------) Plan your studies, and set daily, weekly and monthly goals to cover the syllabus and meet them without any fail.
------------------------------------) Revise at regular intervals as syllabus is wide .
------------------------------------) Solve previous year CLAT questions :-it will let you know the examination pattern, type and difficulty level of questions asked in the exam etc
------------------------------------) Once done with complete syllabus, go through CLAT mock test papers , it will let you know your preparation level and and weak areas so that you can work on them and perform well in your CLAT examination
For more preparation tips go through
https://law.careers360.com/tags/clat-preparation-tips
Thankyou
preparing for clat 2022,suggest me the right book
Hii,
List of some of the best books for the preparation of CLAT 2022 are the following
ENGLISH
Objective General English 2022 | SP Bakshi |
Objective General English 2022 |
RS Aggarwal |
The Pearson Guide to the CLAT | Pearson's |
Word Power Made Easy | Norman Lewis |
CLAT Guide | Tata McGraw-Hill |
CLAT 2022 G.K and Current Affairs
General Knowledge 2021, 2020 and 2019 | Arihant Publications |
Current Affairs Yearly | Arihant Publications |
Manorama Year Book |
Manorama Publications |
General Knowledge 2021 | Lucent’s |
General Knowledge 2021 | Tarun Goyal |
QUANTITATIVE APTITUDE
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations | Pearson's |
Quantitative Aptitude | RS Aggarwal |
REASONING
Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning | RS Aggarwal |
Verbal Reasoning | RS Aggarwal |
Analytical Reasoning (English) | MK Pandey |
Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning | RS Aggarwal |
A New Approach to Verbal and Analytical Reasoning | Arihant |
Hope this information will help you
if I get AIR3000 in CLAT 2022 can I get into hnlu and I have chhattisgarh domicile plz help
Hello,
You haven't mentioned if you are enquiring about Under Graduate or Post Graduate course. Based on the information available in your profile we consider that you are seeking admission to Under Graduate course. Last year a candidate with rank 4300 belonging to General category (Home state quota) secured admission to Hidayatullah National Law University, Raipur. As you haven't mentioned your category we assume that you belong to general category. Considering the cut off you will have decent chances of getting seat in HNLU in Under Graduate course if you secure rank (AIR) 3000. But the cut off is subjected to change, it may increase or decrease depending on total number of candidates appeared, difficulty level of examination and total number of seats available etc.
To check the previous year cut off click on the link below
https://law.careers360.com/articles/hnlu-raipur-cutoff