CLAT 2025 Exam Day Guidelines

Samiksha Rautela

Updated On: April 30, 2024 01:00 PM | CLAT

It is mandatory to follow all the guidelines and instructions on CLAT 2025 exam day. Discover CLAT 2025 exam day guidelines such as bell timings, code of conduct, moral conduct and all other essential instructions in the article below.

CLAT Exam Day Guidelines

Reaching the examination hall on time, carrying all the required documents, following the dress code instructions are some of the guidelines that are to be followed on the CLAT 2025 exam day.

Candidates must note that these instructions have been planned by the official exam conducting body CLAT Consortium, thus are to be mandatorily followed. Not following the exam instructions may lead to serious repercussions, such as cancellation of candidature or even disqualification.

All the candidates who will be appearing for the CLAT 2025 are advised to go through the article very carefully and make sure each and every guideline shared is followed in order to have a smooth exam experience.

CLAT 2025 Highlights

All aspirants are advised to go to the table below to get a quick update about the CLAT 2025 highlights.

Parameters

Specifications

Conducting Body

CLAT Consortium

Conducting Exam

CLAT: Common Law Admission Test

Official Website

consortiumofnlus.ac.in

CLAT 2025 Exam Date

December 2024

Courses Offered Through CLAT Exam

LLB , BA LLB , BBA LLB , BSc LLB , BCom LLB , BTech LLB , LLM

CLAT 2025 Total Seat Intake

4484 Seats (24 NLUs)
4000+ Seats (Others)

Institutions Accepting CLAT Scores

24 National Law Universities and Private Institutions

CLAT 2025 Exam Time

2:00-4:00 pm

CLAT 2025 Dress Code: Items Allowed To Carry

  • Half T-Shirts/ Shirts
  • Only Slippers & Sandals
  • Kurta/ Kurtis/ Top (Half Sleeves)
  • Jeans
  • Leggings/ Churidars
  • Simple Lowers without Pockets
  • Trouser/ Jeans
  • Salwars
  • Doctor Prescribed Contact Lenses/ Spectacles
  • Tiny Rubber Band
  • Mangal Sutra
  • Analog Watches

CLAT 2025 Dress Code: Banned Items

  • Burqa/ Cap/ Kurta Pyjama
  • Sunglasses
  • Bracelets
  • Shoes
  • Watches (except analog watches)
  • Saree (married or unmarried)
  • Full sleeves shirts/ t-shirts
  • Big buttons/ brooch/ badge t-shirts
  • Rings/ Chains/ Necklace etc (any jewelry or ornaments)
  • Bangles are only allowed for married females
  • Hair clips/ big rubber bands etc.
  • Mobile phones/ calculators/ and any kind of gadgets

CLAT 2025 Exam Day: Bell Timings

Candidates appearing for CLAT 2025 exam today must check out below the types of bell and along with their meaning and timings:

Time

Bell Type

Purpose (Meaning)

1:00 P.M

Long Bell

Permitting candidates to enter the premises of the test centre.

1:30 P.M

Long Bell

Allowing candidates entry into the hall or classroom.

1:50 P.M

Short Bell

Distributing sealed envelopes.
AND
Conveying instructions through announcements by invigilators.

2:00 P.M

Long Bell

Initiating the test, during which candidates can open the sealed envelopes.

2:15 P.M

Short Bell

No candidates will be allowed to enter the exam centre after this designated time.

3:00 P.M

Short Bell

Signifying the completion of sixty minutes of the test.

3:50 P.M

Short Bell

Issuing a warning bell indicating that there are ten minutes remaining for the test to conclude.

4:00 P.M

Long Bell

Indicating the completion of the test; no candidate will be authorised to write anything on the OMR Response Sheet/ Question Booklet after this bell.

CLAT 2025 Exam Day Guidelines

Explore the general guidelines for the CLAT 2025 examination below:

  • Candidates are required to bring their CLAT 2025 admit card and a valid ID proof to the examination hall.
  • Candidates should arrive at the examination venue at least 1 hour prior to the commencement of the exam.
  • Entry to the examination hall will not be granted after 15 minutes from the start of the exam.
  • Candidates are obligated to sign their CLAT admit cards in the presence of the invigilator.
  • Restricted items, including electronic gadgets, are not allowed to be carried by candidates.
  • Individuals are allowed to leave the examination hall only upon the completion of the designated exam time.

CLAT 2025 Exam Day Guidelines for PwD Category Candidates

PwD candidates who are appearing for CLAT 2025 will have to arrange their own Reader/ Lab Assistant/ Scribe and inform the Regional Coordinator. The Reader/ Scribe/ Lab Assistant's qualifications should be one level below the qualification of the test-taking candidates. Candidates will also need to carry their PwD certificates along with the CLAT 2025 admit card to the exam centre.

Also Read: Colleges Accepting CLAT 2025 Score and Seat Matrix

CLAT 2025: Items to carry

Find below the items allowed to be taken into the exam hall:

  • Identification Proof
  • Black or Blue Ballpoint Pens
  • An Analog Watch
  • A Clear Transparent Water Bottle
  • PwD Certificate (if any)
  • Attested Photo

CLAT 2025: Items not to carry

Find below the items not allowed to be taken into the exam hall:

  • Mobile Phones
  • Calculators
  • Digital Watches
  • Study Material
  • Bags
  • Camera
  • Headphones
  • Sunglasses
  • Any other electronic gadget

CLAT 2025: Dress Code

Examine the recommended attire for candidates appearing in the exam:

  • Candidates are required to wear half-sleeve shirts without prominent buttons for concealing items.
  • Candidates should opt for light-coloured clothing.
  • Footwear choices are limited to either slippers or sandals.
  • Valuable items are prohibited from being brought into the test centre.
  • Candidates are advised against wearing accessories such as lockets, chains, nose pins, rings, etc.

Candidates must go through the CLAT 2025 exam instructions in order to know all the details regarding the exam and instructions to be followed at the exam centre.

Also Read: CLAT 2025: Reservation of Seats in NLUs

Students are advised to stick to the CLAT exam day guidelines issued by the conducting body in order to contain the spread of coronavirus. They also need to follow the dress code and instructions to avoid disqualification from the exam. For an advisory or more information on CLAT 2025, aspirants can check out the links mentioned below.

How to Prepare for CLAT 2025

Exam Pattern of CLAT 2025

Previous Year’s Question Paper of CLAT 2025

Admit Card of CLAT 2025

Paper Analysis of CLAT

Result of CLAT 2025

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FAQs

When will the registration process for CLAT 2025 begin?

The CLAT 2025 registration process is expected to begin in July 2024. However, the exact date is not out yet.

I don’t have an Aadhaar Card, what else can I carry to show as an identity proof for the CLAT 2025 exam day?

If you don’t have an Aadhaar Card, you can show your Voter ID/ Passport/ Driving License etc as an identity proof for the CLAT 2025 exam day.

Can I carry e-Aadhar at the CLAT 2025 exam center?

Yes, you can carry your e-Aadhaar to the CLAT 2025 exam venue, however, you must take a clear printout of the same. Showing e-Aadhaar from mobile phones is not allowed.

When should I reach the CLAT 2025 exam venue?

It is always recommended to reach at least 30 minutes before the exam time at the CLAT 2025 exam venue. The exam is scheduled to begin at 2:00 pm sharp, you must reach the exam venue by 1:30 pm.

Which items are banned in the CLAT 2025 venue?

The items that are banned in the CLAT 2025 venue are as follows:

  • Burqa/ Cap/ Kurta Pyjama
  • Sunglasses
  • Bracelets
  • Shoes
  • Watches (except analog watches)
  • Saree (married or unmarried)
  • Full sleeves shirts/ t-shirts
  • Big buttons/ brooch/ badge t-shirts
  • Rings/ Chains/ Necklace etc (any jewelry or ornaments)
  • Bangles are only allowed for married females 
  • Hair clips/ big rubber bands etc.
  • Mobile phones/ calculators/ and any kind of gadgets

Can we carry something to eat for the CLAT 2025?

One can carry a small packet of chocolate, nuts in their pockets for CLAT 2025 as it might help to release anxiety on the exam day, however, carrying a proper meal to the CLAT 2025 exam venue is not allowed.

What items are permissible for the CLAT 2025 exam venue?

The items that are allowed in the CLAT 2025 venue are as follows:

  • Half T-Shirts/ Shirts
  • Only Slippers & Sandals
  • Kurta/ Kurtis/ Top (Half Sleeves)
  • Jeans
  • Leggings/ Churidars
  • Simple Lowers without Pockets
  • Trouser/ Jeans
  • Salwars
  • Doctor Prescribed Contact Lenses/ Spectacles
  • Tiny Rubber Band
  • Mangal Sutra
  • Analog Watches

What documents or to be carried along on CLAT 2025 exam day?

Documents required to be carried along on CLAT. 2025 exam day includes CLAT 2025 admit card, any one identity proof such as Aadhaar Card/ Voter ID/ Passport/ Driving License etc.
 

What are the timings for CLAT 2025?

The CLAT 2025 timings will be from 2:00-4:00 pm. Any change in exam timings will be notified on the official website.

When will the CLAT 2025 take place?

The CLAT 2025 is expected to be held in December 2024. However, the exact date is not out yet. All the aspirants are requested to regularly check the official website for details regarding the CLAT 2025 schedule.

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