CLAT & CUET Exam Day Guide

Introduction

Success in national-level entrance exams like CLAT (Common Law Admission Test) and CUET (Common University Entrance Test) isn’t just about months of preparation—it’s also about mastering the final 24 hours. This guide, tailored for Career Acnher students, covers everything you need on exam day: from important keywords to a section-wise time strategy and sample papers to help you feel confident and ready.

Section 1: CLAT Keywords to Revise Before Exam Day

CLAT evaluates candidates across five domains: English Language, Current Affairs (including General Knowledge), Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Techniques. Here are the must-know keywords and themes.

1. English Language

• Reading Comprehension

• Inference-based questions

• Tone of the passage

• Vocabulary in context

• Antonyms/Synonyms

• Parajumbles

• Sentence Correction

• Cloze Tests

• Critical Reading

• Fact vs Opinion

2. Current Affairs & General Knowledge

• National & International Affairs (past 12 months)

• Constitutional Amendments

• Important Supreme Court Judgments

• Summits and Conferences

• Awards and Honours

• Environmental Agreements

• Important Days and Themes

• Government Schemes

• Economic Updates

• International Relations

3. Legal Reasoning

• Legal Maxims (e.g., actus reus, mens rea, ratio decidendi)

• Fundamental Rights

• Principles of Natural Justice

• Legal Principles vs Application

• Constitution of India – Preamble, Schedules

• Law of Torts

• Contract Law Basics

• Criminal Law (IPC overview)

• Landmark Cases (Keshavananda Bharti, Kesavananda Bharati vs. State of Kerala)

• Legal Aptitude passages

4. Logical Reasoning

• Assumption/Inference

• Strong vs Weak Arguments

• Cause and Effect

• Statement & Conclusion

• Syllogism

• Analogies

• Critical Reasoning

• Course of Action

• Logical Sequences

5. Quantitative Techniques

• Ratio & Proportion

• Time, Speed & Distance

• Profit, Loss & Discount

• Time & Work

• Averages

• Percentages

• Data Interpretation (Tables, Graphs, Charts)

• Simple & Compound Interest

• Basic Algebra

• Number Series

Section 2: CUET Keywords to Revise Before Exam Day

CUET has a wider academic scope. Domains include Language, Subject-specific domains (like Political Science, History, Accountancy, etc.), and General Test.

1. General Test

• Numerical Ability

• Arithmetic (Time, Speed, Profit & Loss)

• Logical & Analytical Reasoning

• Data Interpretation

• General Knowledge

• Static GK (Capitals, Currency, Dams, National Parks)

• Current Affairs

• Syllogism, Blood Relations, Coding-Decoding

• Puzzle & Seating Arrangement

• Direction Sense

2. Language Comprehension

• Reading Passages (Fiction & Non-fiction)

• Vocabulary Usage

• Rearranging Sentences

• Fill in the Blanks

• Word Substitution

• Error Spotting

• Synonyms/Antonyms

• Idioms & Phrases

3. Domain-Specific Subjects

(Example keywords for Political Science, Business Studies, etc.)

Political Science:

• Democracy

• Constitution

• Federalism

• Secularism

• Electoral Politics

• Judiciary

• International Relations

Business Studies:

• Principles of Management

• Functions of Management

• Business Environment

• Financial Management

• Marketing Mix

• Consumer Protection

History:

• Indus Valley Civilization

• Mauryan Empire

• Mughal Administration

• British Policies

• National Movement

• Partition & Independence

Section 3: Sample Question Paper Structure

Below are brief examples and mock question types based on the real CLAT and CUET patterns.

CLAT Sample Questions

English Comprehension
Passage:
“Environmental sustainability is a critical issue...”

Q1: What is the central theme of the passage?
Q2: Which of the following is not a reason for environmental degradation according to the author?
Q3: Identify the tone of the passage.

Legal Reasoning
Principle: "Whoever intentionally causes harm is liable."
Fact: A, knowing B is allergic, forces B to eat nuts.

Q1: Is A liable under the given principle? Explain.

Current Affairs / GK
Q1: Who is the current Chief Justice of India?
Q2: What is the significance of COP28 in climate change?

Logical Reasoning
Statement: All engineers are logical. Some logical people are not efficient.
Q1: Which of the following conclusions follows?

Quantitative Techniques
Q1: A car covers 120 km in 3 hours. What is its average speed?
Q2: A shopkeeper sells an item at ₹540 after giving a discount of 10%. What is the marked price?

CUET Sample Questions

Language (English)
Passage: "The global economy has entered a phase..."

Q1: What is the synonym of 'volatile'?
Q2: What is the central idea of the passage?

General Test
Q1: What is the next number in the series: 2, 6, 12, 20...?
Q2: Which Indian state has the highest literacy rate?

Subject (History)
Q1: What led to the decline of the Mughal Empire?
Q2: Explain the significance of the Non-Cooperation Movement.

Section 4: Time Allocation Strategy

One of the biggest mistakes students make is not managing time efficiently. The following time plans are optimized for maximum output under exam pressure.

CLAT Time Strategy (120 minutes total)

Strategy Tips:

• Start with your strongest section to build confidence.

• Don’t spend more than 1.5 minutes per question initially.

• Use buffer time to revisit marked/doubtful questions.

• Legal reasoning passages require careful reading; prioritize accuracy.

CUET Time Strategy (Divided by test format)

CUET time and structure vary depending on how many subjects a student has opted for. For the most common structure:

• Language Test (40 mins)

• General Test (60 mins)

• Subject Domain (45 mins per subject)

General Tips:

• Stick to the sectional timing; CUET is strict about section switching.

• Attempt factual and memory-based questions quickly—do not overthink.

• Use elimination techniques for MCQs when unsure.

Section 5: Exam Day Checklist

Here’s what students from Career Acnher, South Ex should remember on D-Day:

The Day Before

• Revise only keywords and short notes. No new topics.

• Set out your admit card, ID proof, pens, and transparent stationery pouch.

• Sleep for 7–8 hours to be mentally fresh.

The Morning Of

• Have a light, protein-rich breakfast (avoid excessive caffeine).

• Wear comfortable clothes; reach the center 45–60 minutes early.

• Carry only what is permitted as per instructions.

During the Exam

• Read questions carefully but quickly—each second counts.

• Do not panic if you get stuck; move on and return later.

• If you're unsure of a question, mark it for review rather than waste time.

Section 6: Last-Minute Confidence Boosters

• Trust your preparation – you’ve been training hard at Career Acnher.

• Stay calm and focused – nervous energy can be channeled into performance.

• Visualize success – before entering the exam hall, take 60 seconds to breathe, close your eyes, and imagine completing the paper confidently.

• No negative self-talk – even if a few questions seem tricky, tell yourself, “I’ll manage this.”

Conclusion

CLAT and CUET are not just tests of knowledge—they are tests of planning, discipline, and execution under pressure. This guide by Career Acnher, South Ex is meant to serve as your exam-day compass: revise the keywords, follow the time plan, and stay calm. Trust your training, and success will follow.