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How to Prepare for CLAT 2026 in 1 Year? Study Plan & Preparation Guide

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✅ Introduction: Why 1-Year CLAT Preparation Is Ideal?

Preparing for CLAT 2026 over 1 year gives aspirants a strategic advantage. It allows for in-depth understanding, consistent practice, mock testing, and stress-free revision.

If you’re targeting top NLUs like NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR Hyderabad, or NUJS Kolkata, then a well-structured 1-year study plan is your best shot at success.

At Planet E, we have helped thousands of law aspirants crack CLAT, AILET, and other top law entrance exams with effective strategies and faculty-led guidance.


📌 CLAT 2026: Key Details

Exam CLAT 2026
Conducting Body Consortium of NLUs
Exam Level National Level UG Law Entrance
Eligibility Class 12 appearing/passed (No age limit)
Mode Offline (Pen & Paper)
CLAT 2026 Date December 2025 (Tentative)

🎯 Target Score & Ideal Strategy

To get admission into Top 5 NLUs, aim for:

  • Score: 95+ out of 120

  • Accuracy: 85%+

  • Attempt: 100+ questions


🧠 1-Year CLAT Preparation Strategy by Planet E

Here’s a month-wise, subject-wise preparation plan curated by Planet E experts:


📅 Month-Wise Study Plan (Aug 2025 to Dec 2026)

Month Focus Area
Aug – Oct 2025 Foundation building in English, GK, Legal, and Reasoning
Nov – Dec 2025 Speed-building through topic-wise practice and small quizzes
Jan – Mar 2026 Complete syllabus once, revise core subjects, start mocks
Apr – Jun 2026 Mid-phase mocks, time-bound revision, work on weak areas
Jul – Sep 2026 Advance-level tests, legal reasoning drills, Current Affairs
Oct – Nov 2026 Full-length mocks, previous year papers, GK sprint
Dec 2026 Final Revision + Exam temperament building

📚 CLAT 2026 Subject-Wise Strategy


1. English Language (20 Questions)

Focus: Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Inference

Tips:

  • Read The Hindu editorial daily

  • Practice 1 RC passage daily

  • Learn 10 new words per day

  • Solve parajumbles and idioms

🔹 Planet E Tip: Start a vocabulary logbook from Day 1.


2. Current Affairs & GK (35-39 Questions)

Focus: Current events of national/international importance

Tips:

  • Follow monthly GK PDFs

  • Read PIB, The Hindu, and Indian Express

  • Maintain a Current Affairs diary

  • Attempt monthly MCQs

🔹 Planet E Tip: GK is high scoring if revised regularly. Make use of GK Capsules by Planet E every month.


3. Legal Reasoning (35-39 Questions)

Focus: Legal principles, case-based reasoning, legal GK

Tips:

  • Solve daily legal passages

  • Understand constitution basics (DPSPs, FRs)

  • Avoid cramming laws; focus on application

🔹 Planet E Tip: Practice mock-based legal passages twice a week.


4. Logical Reasoning (28-32 Questions)

Focus: Critical Reasoning, Statement-Assumption, Argument-Conclusion

Tips:

  • Dedicate 3 hours/week on logical puzzles

  • Learn types: Syllogism, Courses of Action, Assumptions

  • Practice timed sectional tests

🔹 Planet E Tip: Focus on argument-based questions in the latter half of the year.


5. Quantitative Techniques (13-17 Questions)

Focus: Data Interpretation, Percentages, Ratio, SI/CI, Profit Loss

Tips:

  • Practice 2 DI sets per week

  • Revise Class 6–10 Maths

  • Use calculation tricks (Vedic maths)

🔹 Planet E Tip: Focus more on data-based arithmetic and interpretation.


📝 CLAT 2026 Preparation Resources

Subject Recommended Books
English Word Power Made Easy, Editorials from The Hindu
GK Lucent + Planet E Monthly GK PDF
Legal Universal’s Guide to CLAT, LegalEdge Booklets
Logical RS Aggarwal + Planet E Handouts
Quant NCERT 6-10 + RS Aggarwal QA

💡 Daily CLAT Routine (Ideal for School Students)

Time Task
6:00 AM – 7:00 AM English Reading + Vocabulary
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Legal Reasoning / Logical
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Maths Practice
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM GK + Current Affairs
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM CLAT Mock/Test/Revision

🔹 Planet E Tip: Join a weekly test series to benchmark your preparation.


🧪 Mock Tests: The Game Changer

Start from: January 2026

  • Total Full-Length Mocks: 40+

  • Sectional Tests: 60+

  • Analysis: After every test

  • Target Score Improvement: 5-10 marks/month

🧠 Planet E offers All India Rank CLAT Mock Tests + Performance Analytics


📊 CLAT 2026 Syllabus Overview

Section Topics Covered
English RC, Vocabulary, Grammar, Inference
GK Static + Current Affairs (Last 12–18 months)
Legal Legal Reasoning, Legal GK
Logical Puzzles, Syllogism, Assumption, Argument
Quant Arithmetic + Graph Interpretation

🏆 Why Choose Planet E for CLAT 2026 Coaching?

  • 🧑‍🏫 Expert Law Faculty from NLU backgrounds

  • 📚 Customised 1-Year Study Plans

  • 📈 Personalised Mentorship & Performance Reviews

  • 🧠 AI-Backed Test Series & Analytics

  • 💻 Offline (Mumbai) + Online Classes Across India


🙋 FAQs on CLAT 2026 Preparation

Q1. Can I prepare for CLAT 2026 in 1 year?

Yes. A 1-year focused strategy is ideal for both school-going and drop-year aspirants.

Q2. What’s the best time to start?

August 2025 is perfect. Start with fundamentals, build gradually, and test rigorously.

Q3. How many hours should I study?

Minimum 3–4 hours/day (school students), 6+ hours/day (drop-year aspirants).

Q4. How to balance board exams with CLAT?

Follow a 60:40 strategy: 60% time for school/boards, 40% for CLAT.


📢 Enroll for Planet E’s CLAT 2026 Batch

🚀 Join our Online or Offline (Dadar, Mumbai) CLAT coaching now and get:

  • 🎓 Mentorship by Legal Experts

  • 📘 Handwritten Notes + Daily GK

  • 📊 Mock Tests + AIR Ranking

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