The Consortium of National Law Universities has released the test day guidelines for candidates appearing for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2025. The examination is scheduled to be held on Sunday, December 1, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Below are the complete instructions to ensure a smooth test-day experience.
Key Bell Timings and Events
Candidates must pay close attention to the bell schedule to manage their time effectively during the test:
| Particulars | Bell Type | Timings |
| Entry of Candidates inside the Test Hall | Long Bell | 1:30 PM |
| Distribution of Sealed Envelopes and announcement of important instructions by the Invigilators | Short Bell | 1:50 PM |
| Indicate the commencement of the Test. Candidates can open Sealed Envelopes/ Commencement of the Test. | Long Bell | 2:00 PM |
| No candidate shall be allowed to enter the Test Hall after this bell. | Short Bell | 2:15 PM |
| Indicate the completion of 30 minutes of the Test | Short Bell | 2:30 PM |
| Indicate the completion of 1 hour of the Test | Short Bell | 3:00 PM |
| Indicate the completion of 1:30 hours of the Test | Short Bell | 3:30 PM |
| Indicate Warning Bell – 10 Minutes remaining | Short Bell | 3:50 PM |
| To mark the completion of the Test (No candidate shall be allowed to write anything on the OMR Response Sheet/ Question Paper Booklet after this bell). | Long Bell | 4:00 PM |
Required Documents
Candidates must bring the following items:
- Admit Card: Ensure the photograph is clear. If not, attach a self-attested photo.
- Government-Issued ID Proof: Examples include Aadhaar, Passport, or Voter ID.
- Disability Certificate: Applicable for PwD/SAP candidates.
Permitted Items
Only the following items are allowed inside the test centre:
- Black or blue ballpoint pens.
- Transparent water bottle.
- Analog watch.
- Government-issued photo ID proof.
Note: Bags, digital watches, mobile phones, or any electronic devices are strictly prohibited.
Test Details
- Duration:
- Regular Candidates: 2 hours (2:00 PM – 4:00 PM).
- PwD/SAP Candidates: 2 hours 40 minutes (till 4:40 PM).
- Question Format: 120 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) with two blank pages for rough work.
- Marking Scheme:
- +1 for correct answers.
- -0.25 for incorrect answers.
- No marks deducted for unanswered questions.
OMR Sheet Guidelines
- Use only black/blue ballpoint pens to mark answers.
- Submit the original OMR sheet to the invigilator.
- Retain the candidate’s copy and the question booklet after the test.
- Avoid folding, tearing, or marking stray marks on the OMR sheet to prevent invalidation.
Malpractice Policy
Any unfair means, including possession of electronic devices, impersonation, or leaving the hall early, will lead to disqualification and possible legal action.
Special Considerations
Candidates with medical conditions should bring necessary medications and inform the Centre Superintendent 48 hours in advance if isolated arrangements are required.
By following these instructions and adhering to the bell timings, candidates can ensure a seamless examination experience.
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