Hi,

The time required for the preparation of CLAT may differ from person to person but I can tell that it's not that tough to secure a seat in NLUs through CLAT if one prepares diligently with proper strategy in place. Securing a certain score doesn't work in competitive exams, in this domain relative performance of candidates of the category which one belongs to matters a lot. Right now there is enough time for the preparation of CLAT if one need not to work on all the 5 sections of Exams. There will be 5 sections namely English (including comprehension), Logical Reasoning, GK and Current affairs, Elementary Maths and Numerical Ability and Legal Aptitude. You might have an idea about all the sections barring the Legal Aptitude. Follow the given link and on the basis of the information chalk out a fool-proof strategy for your NLU Journey!

CLAT Preparation Strategy

CLAT Topper Interview

Best of luck!

Hello Swaroop,

Yes, of course first you should go for the NCERT books for all the subjects it makes you easy to understand the cocept. Solve the practice paper for checking your progress.

Here is the name of the others books also which you use for your practice;

For physics;

• Concepts of Physics by H. C. Verma
• Fundamentals of Physics by Halliday, Resnick and Walker
• Problems in General Physics by I. E. Irodov
• University Physics by Freedman and Young
• Understanding JEE physics series by DC Pandey
• Problem In Physics by SS Krotov

For chemistry;

• Modern Approach to Chemical Calculations by RC Mukherjee
• Organic Chemistry by Solomons and Fryhle
• Concise Inorganic by J. D. Lee
• Organic Chemistry by Morrison and Boyd
• University Chemistry by Freedman and Young
• Physical Chemistry by N Awasthi
• Arihant's Practice Book Chemistry for JEE Main And Advanced by R.K Gupta

For Mathematics;

• Higher Algebra by Hall and Knight
• Coordinate Geometry by S.L. Loney
• Differential and Integral Calculus by N. Piskunov
• Calculus and Analytic Geometry by Thomas and Finney
• IIT Mathematics for JEE Main & Advanced by M.L. Khanna
• Course in Mathematics for IIT-JEE by Tata McGraw Hill publication
• Problems Plus in IIT Mathematics by A Das Gupta
• Trigonometry by S L Loney

Hope this will help you. Best of luck.

Firstly I would suggest you to go through well with NCERT books as it will help you to make strong the basic Fundamentals. Here are some preparation tips you can follow:

Work on a Time Table: After carefully checking the syllabus of JEE Main work towards creating a perfect timetable which will fit your schedule while leaving enough time to prepare for the examination within the days left. Make sure to add short and sweet breaks in between for some relaxation.

Make your Basic Concepts Strong: While it is essential to study the topics mentioned in the official syllabus, it is also advised to study the basic concepts well first. By knowing the basic concepts of the units involved in the examination, you will be able to understand each topics well and in depth. This will result in a greater understanding of the topics and will make it simpler for you to study complicated concepts present in the syllabus.

Improve your Weak Points: Stressed over some topics or formulas which you just cannot seem to understand? Give more time and focus on these topics to improve it. Keep small notes and constantly revise those concepts which has been hard to understand. By constantly studying the topics you find difficult.

Write Notes and Prepare Flash Cards: Like discussed in the previous strategy, keeping notes greatly helps during the preparation process. Notes written in small diaries are highly accessible and you will be able to study from them anywhere anytime. By writing down those complicated theories and formula and revising them, you will be able to remember and understand them more efficiently. Similarly, create flash cards to help you with quick studies and revision.

Attempt Mock Test and Solve Sample Papers: Mock tests will give you an almost real experience of how the examination will be. By solving mock tests, you will be able to work on time management while at the same time understanding the question paper pattern.

Revision: While studying it is important to revise those topics which has already been studied. It is advised that each day, a certain amount of time should be divided for revision purposes. Revision is very important as the syllabus is quite vast and all topics have similar importance level which has to be remembered and known by you.

You can check the important topics to prepare the exam with the given below link.

https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-main-important-topics-books

Good Luck!

Hey anjali,

you have a lot of time for the logical reasoning and aptitude syllabus of the exam. It can be completed within 6 to 8 months. But you should start focusing on the GK part and start preparing for it as soon as possible. The more time you give to GK and current affairs the more chances you will have of clearing the exam. Also start preparing for the rest of the syllabus in the 2nd or 3rd year of college.

All the best!!