CLAT 2025 Exam Day: Key Instructions and Guidelines for Candidates

As the CLAT 2025 exam approaches, candidates should familiarize themselves with essential instructions, including reporting times, permitted items, and dress code to ensure a smooth examination experience on December 1, 2024.

The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2025 is set to take place on December 1, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. As candidates prepare for this crucial examination, the Consortium of National Law Universities (CNLUs) has released important guidelines and updates to ensure a smooth testing experience.

Key Guidelines for Exam Day

Reporting and Entry Times

• Entry Window: Candidates will be allowed to enter the examination center starting at 1:00 PM.
• Seating Requirement: By 1:30 PM, all candidates must be seated in their designated areas.
• Final Entry Cut-off: No candidates will be permitted entry after 2:15 PM. Once inside, candidates cannot leave the exam hall until the test concludes at 4:00 PM.

Exam Duration

• The standard duration for the exam is 2 hours, while candidates with disabilities (PwD/SAP) will have an extended time of 2 hours and 40 minutes, finishing at 4:40 PM.

Important Documents to Bring

Candidates must ensure they carry the following documents:

• Admit Card: Must be signed by the invigilator.
• Government-issued Photo ID: This is essential for identity verification.
• If applicable, a Disability Certificate.

Permitted Items Inside the Exam Hall

Candidates are allowed to bring:

• Black or blue ballpoint pens
• A transparent water bottle
• An analogue watch
• Their government ID proof

Bags and other personal items are strictly prohibited within the exam premises.

Exam Format and Marking Scheme

The CLAT 2025 will consist of a total of 120 marks. The marking scheme is as follows:

• Each correct answer awards 1 mark.
• Each incorrect answer incurs a penalty of 0.25 marks.
• Unanswered questions do not attract any penalties.

Schedule of Events on Exam Day

To help candidates manage their time effectively, here’s a brief outline of the bell timings during the exam:

• 1:30 PM: Long bell - Entry into the test hall begins.
• 1:50 PM: Short bell - Distribution of sealed envelopes and important instructions.
• 2:00 PM: Long bell - The exam commences.
• 2:15 PM: Short bell - Final entry cut-off.
• Subsequent short bells will indicate progress through the exam duration until the final bell at 4:00 PM, signaling the end of the test.

Final Reminders

Candidates are advised to remain vigilant against any form of malpractice, which could lead to immediate disqualification. It is also recommended that those with specific medical needs inform the Centre Superintendent at least 48 hours before the exam.As CLAT 2025 approaches, candidates should familiarize themselves with these guidelines to ensure they are well-prepared for a successful examination day. For further updates, candidates can check the official website of CNLUs.