CLAT Eligibility Criteria 2021 – Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs), the exam conducting body, postulates the eligibility criteria of CLAT 2021 for admission to UG and PG law programs. So, depending on which program the candidate is seeking admission to, he/she has to check the relevant CLAT 2021 eligibility criteria. Those seeking admission to undergraduate programs, for example, must take the CLAT UG 2021 exam. And as per the prescribed eligibility, the CLAT 2021 applicant needs to have passed 10+2 or equivalent exam scoring minimum 45%. Meanwhile, those seeking admission to postgraduate law programs must hold a graduate degree and take the CLAT PG exam. The consortium will upload the official CLAT eligibility criteria 2021 on its official website – consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
CLAT UG Eligibility Criteria 2021
| Parameter | Eligibility Criteria for CLAT UG 2021 |
| Qualifying examination | The candidate needs to have passed 110+2 or an equivalent examination |
| Minimum marks in the qualifying exam | General, OBC, PWD, NRI, PIO, OCI category candidates: 45% marks or its equivalent grade SC, ST category candidates: 40% marks or equivalent |
| Those appearing in qualifying exam in March/April 2021 | Such candidates can also apply but: They must produce an evidence of their passing the qualifying exam at the time of admissionFailure to do will lead to disqualification |
| Age limit | There is no upper age limit to appear in CLAT UG 2021 |
| Official version | Click here |
Also Read:
CLAT Exam Pattern 2021
CLAT Cutoff 2021
CLAT Admit Card 2021
How will the merit rank of CLAT 2021 be decided?
The merit rank of the candidate will be decided based on scores obtained by the candidate in CLAT 2021. However, in case two or more candidates score the same marks in the entrance exam, the tie-breaker will be used to decide the merit ranks of such candidates.
Procedure for deciding merit ranks of candidates with same score in CLAT 2021
- Higher marks in legal aptitude section in CLAT 2021 exam
- The candidate who is senior in age
- Computerised draw of lots.
CLAT PG Eligibility Criteria 2021
| Parameter | Eligibility Criteria for CLAT PG 2021 |
| Qualifying examination | The candidate needs to have passed LL.B Degree or an equivalent examination |
| Minimum marks in the qualifying exam | General, OBC, PWD, NRI, PIO, OCI category candidates: 50% marks or its equivalent grade SC, ST category candidates: 45% marks or equivalent |
| Appearing in the qualifying exam in March/April 2021? | Such candidates can also apply |
| Age limit | No upper age limit has been prescribed for appearing in the CLAT 2021 PG exam. |
| Official version | Click here |
CLAT 2020 Eligibility Criteria- Number of Attempts, Score Validity
Many candidates often have a question – How many times can I appear in the CLAT entrance exam?
- Number of attempts: The answer to that question is one may appear in the CLAT exam as many times as one wants to.
- Score validity: However, the scores of the test will be valid for score reporting year only.
- Don’t be complacent: Just because there is no cap in the number of attempts, it doesn’t mean the candidate can afford to be complacent. It is because every year the test undergoes some change, which means the candidate will have to keep tweaking their exam preparation strategy for every attempt they make. Also, the exam is not going to get easier. So, whatever attempt you make, give it your best shot.
CLAT application form 2021
The consortium will release the online application form of CLAT 2021 tentatively in the first week of January. The CLAT 2021 application will be the same for the UG and PG programs; the candidate can select the program at the time of filling the application form. Before filling the form, make it a point to ascertain your eligibility.
The CLAT 2021 application process would include steps like registration, filling of the form, selection of admission course (UG or PG), uploading of documents, and payment of the application fee.
