Common University Entrance Test (Law)
Conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA)
CUET Law is a national-level entrance examination pathway for admission to undergraduate law programmes offered by participating universities through CUET scores.
Overview
CUET Law enables students to gain admission to integrated law programmes such as BA LLB, BBA LLB and BCom LLB offered by participating universities. The examination evaluates legal aptitude, reasoning ability, language skills and general awareness required for legal education.
Eligibility Criteria
Selection Process
- 1Stage 1: CUET Registration
- 2Stage 2: CUET Examination
- 3Stage 3: Score Declaration
- 4Stage 4: University Application
- 5Stage 5: Counselling and Seat Allotment
- 6Stage 6: Admission Confirmation
Exam Pattern / Stages
Stage 1: CUET Law Examination
Mode
Computer Based Test
Duration
As per selected subjects
Questions
Varies
Total Marks
Varies
Medium
Multiple Languages
Negative Marking
Yes
Subjects:
National-level law admission examination through CUET.
Syllabus
Legal Studies
- Indian Constitution
- Judiciary
- Fundamental Rights
- Legal Principles
- Legal Awareness
- Contemporary Legal Issues
English Language
- Reading Comprehension
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Sentence Correction
- Verbal Ability
Logical Reasoning
- Arguments
- Assumptions
- Critical Reasoning
- Inference
- Analytical Thinking
General Knowledge and Current Affairs
- National Affairs
- International Affairs
- Legal Developments
- Government Policies
- Important Judgments
Quantitative Aptitude
- Basic Arithmetic
- Percentages
- Ratio and Proportion
- Data Interpretation
Important Dates
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OC | As per official notification |
| OBC / BC | As per official notification |
| SC / ST | Concession as per rules |
| Women | As per official notification |
| PWD / PH | As per official notification |
Payment Mode: Online
Preparation Strategy
Focus on legal awareness, constitutional concepts, current affairs, reading comprehension and logical reasoning. Practice mock tests regularly.
Beginner
Build strong reading habits and legal awareness.
Intermediate
Practice reasoning and legal aptitude questions.
Advanced
Take full-length mocks and revise current legal developments.
Recommended Books
Legal Awareness and Legal Reasoning
A.P. Bhardwaj
Universal's Guide to Law Entrance Examination
Universal Publications
Word Power Made Easy
Norman Lewis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CUET Law?
CUET Law is the law admission pathway through CUET for participating universities.
Is CLAT required if applying through CUET Law?
No. Universities accepting CUET scores do not require CLAT for those admissions.
Who conducts CUET Law?
National Testing Agency (NTA).
Is there negative marking?
Yes, one mark is deducted for every incorrect answer.
Quick Facts
Conducting Body
National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Level
National
Category
Law
Attempts
No restriction
Last Date
March