CLAT Papers 2020 – 2026
These papers follow the current pattern. Prioritise these for preparation — CLAT 2027 will follow the same format.
Download All CLAT Papers (2008 – 2026)
Click any row to download the PDF directly. All files hosted on Google Drive.
| Year | Format | Total Questions | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | New Pattern | 120 | ⬇️ Paper📋 Answer Key |
| 2025 | New Pattern | 120 | ⬇️ Paper |
| 2024 | New Pattern | 120 | ⬇️ Paper |
| 2023 | New Pattern | 150 | ⬇️ Paper |
| 2022 | New Pattern | 150 | ⬇️ Paper |
| 2021 | New Pattern | 150 | ⬇️ Paper |
| 2020 | New Pattern | 150 | ⬇️ Paper |
| 2019 | Old Pattern | 200 | ⬇️ Paper |
| 2018 | Old Pattern | 200 | ⬇️ Paper |
| 2017 | Old Pattern | 200 | ⬇️ Paper |
| 2016 | Old Pattern | 200 | ⬇️ Paper |
| 2015 | Old Pattern | 200 | ⬇️ Paper |
| 2014 | Old Pattern | 200 | ⬇️ Paper |
| 2013 | Old Pattern | 200 | ⬇️ Paper |
| 2012 | Old Pattern | 200 | ⬇️ Paper |
| 2011 | Old Pattern | 200 | ⬇️ Paper |
| 2010 | Old Pattern | 200 | ⬇️ Paper |
| 2009 | Old Pattern | 200 | ⬇️ Paper |
| 2008 | Old Pattern | 200 | ⬇️ Paper |
CLAT Papers 2008 – 2019
200-question format with direct objective questions. Use these for topic-based drilling, not full-paper pattern practice.
| Year | English | GK & CA | Legal Apt. | Logical R. | Maths | Total | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 30 | 50 | 50 | 40 | 20 | 200 | Moderate |
| 2018 | 30 | 50 | 50 | 40 | 20 | 200 | Easy |
| 2017 | 30 | 50 | 50 | 40 | 20 | 200 | Moderate |
| 2016 | 30 | 50 | 50 | 40 | 20 | 200 | Moderate |
| 2015 | 30 | 50 | 50 | 40 | 20 | 200 | Hard |
| 2014 | 30 | 50 | 50 | 40 | 20 | 200 | Moderate |
| 2013 | 30 | 50 | 50 | 40 | 20 | 200 | Easy |
| 2012 | 30 | 50 | 50 | 40 | 20 | 200 | Moderate |
| 2011 | 30 | 50 | 50 | 40 | 20 | 200 | Easy |
| 2010 | 30 | 50 | 50 | 40 | 20 | 200 | Moderate |
| 2009 | 30 | 50 | 50 | 40 | 20 | 200 | Easy |
| 2008 | 30 | 50 | 50 | 40 | 20 | 200 | Easy |
Topic Frequency — Last 5 Years (2021–2026)
Which topics appear in every CLAT paper? Based on analysis of 2021–2026 papers.
⚖️ Legal Reasoning Topics
🧩 Logical Reasoning Types
📖 English Question Types
🌍 GK & Current Affairs Themes
10 Benefits of Solving CLAT Previous Year Papers
Every CLAT topper will say the same thing — PYQs are the single most important preparation tool.
Understand the Real Pattern
No textbook replicates the authentic feel of a CLAT paper. PYQs give you the real passage length, question framing and difficulty distribution.
Topics Recur in Style
CLAT never repeats the same question, but Torts and Constitutional Law appear every single year. Pattern recognition is a learnable skill.
Build Real Time Management
120 minutes for 120 questions sounds easy until you face a 700-word Legal passage. Only timed practice builds the pace needed on exam day.
Identify Weak Sections
After 3 PYQ papers you will know exactly which section costs you the most marks. Use that knowledge to prioritise intelligently.
Build Exam-Day Confidence
Students who have solved 10+ PYQs walk into CLAT with calm confidence. They have seen it all before — the format holds no surprises.
Benchmark Against Real Cutoffs
Every PYQ has a real cutoff. Comparing your raw score tells you exactly how far you are from your target NLU right now.
Improve Speed & Accuracy Together
Repeated timed practice sharpens both speed and accuracy — the exact combination needed to maximise your CLAT score.
Develop Elimination Techniques
PYQ analysis teaches you when to eliminate wrong options quickly vs when to read a passage fully — critical for time-saving.
Spot High-Priority Topics
Torts, Constitutional Law, Assumptions, Inference — PYQ analysis makes your topic priority list crystal clear.
Track Progress Over Time
Record your raw score for every paper you attempt. Your score should improve 3–5 marks per paper in the final 2 months. If not, change your approach.