BLAT 2023 Registration is likely to being in the 1st week of June, 2023. Candidates who have scored a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in their qualifying exam, can register for BLAT 2023 Application Form till the 1st week of July, 2023. To register for the exam, aspirants must visit the official website – bhuonline.in/ and apply for admissions.
- Applicants of the reserved category must have scored a minimum of 45% marks aggregate to be eligible for BLAT 2023 Exam.
- BLAT 2023 Syllabus for LLB/BA LLB consists of 3 major sections, i.e. General Awareness and Current Affairs, Common Legal Knowledge, and Aptitude and Mental Ability. BLAT LLB paper will also include a section of English & Hindi language-related questions, and BLAT BA LLB paper will include a section on English Comprehension.
- Applicants who have successfully registered for the exam can download BLAT 2023 Admit Card from the official website in the
- Previously, BLAT Exam was conducted separately, however, now it is conducted together, along with UET and PET.
What is BLAT? BLAT or BHU Law Entrance Test is a law entrance examination conducted by Banaras Hindu University for admission to law courses offered at the university. BHU conducts two different exams for undergraduate and postgraduate admission. For undergraduate admission, UET (Undergraduate Entrance Test) and for postgraduate admission, PET (Postgraduate Entrance Test).
- As per BLAT 2023 Exam Pattern for PG courses, LLM exams will be conducted in computer-based exam mode with a duration of 120 minutes. Applicants will be asked a total of 120 multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 480 marks.
- According to BLAT 2023 Exam Pattern for UG courses, LLB/BA LLB entrance exam will be conducted in computer-based exam mode with a total duration of 120 minutes, where applicants will be asked a total of 150 multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 600 marks.
- Applicants are awarded 3 marks for every correct answer. For every incorrect answer, 1 mark is deducted from the total marks.
Applicants are selected based on their performance in the BLAT exam and their qualifying exam scores.
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BLAT 2023 Exam Dates
| BLAT 2023 Exam Events | Tentative Dates |
|---|---|
| BLAT Application Form Releases | 1st week of June, 2023 |
| BLAT Registration Last Date | 1st week of July, 2023 |
| BLAT Admit Card | 3rd week of July, 2023 |
| BLAT Exam Date | 2nd week of August, 2023 |
| BLAT Result Date | 1st week of September, 2023 |
| BLAT Counseling Process | 3rd week of September, 2023 |
BLAT 2023 Exam Highlights
| Name of Exam | Banaras Hindu University Law Admission Test (BLAT) |
| Conducting Authority | Banaras Hindu University (BHU) |
| Exam Level | UG/ PG level |
| Exam Frequency | Once a year |
| Mode of Exam | Offline & Online |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Exam Duration | 120 minutes |
| Medium of Exam | English & Hindi |
| Exam Purpose | Admission to LLB (Hons), 5-year Integrated BA LLB (Hons), LLM courses |
| Type of Questions | Objective Multiple-choice Questions |
| Total Number of Question |
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| Maximum Marks |
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| Marking Scheme | +3 for a correct answer -1 for an incorrect answer |
| Total Seat Capacity for Intake |
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| Course Fees | INR 60,000 per year approx. |
BLAT 2023 Eligibility Criteria
BLAT 2023 Eligibility Criteria must be met by all applicants. The educational and age criteria for BLAT 2023 entrance examination for different law courses at BHU is given below.
BLAT 2023 Eligibility Criteria for LLB (Hons.) Courses
For LLB Honours at BHU candidates should satisfy the following eligibility requirements;
- Educational Qualification: Applicants who want to apply for the exam must have completed BA, B.Sc., B.Com, or any equivalent exam from a known university or institute.
- Minimum marks: Applicants who want to apply for the entrance exam must have scored at least 50% marks in the qualifying exams.
- Age Criteria: Applicants who are below the age of 30 years are eligible to apply for the exam.
BLAT 2023 Eligibility Criteria for BA LLB (Hons.) Courses
For BA LLB Honours, the given eligibility requirements are mandatory for appearing and attending the examination.
- Educational Qualification: HSC exams or any equivalent exam in any stream should be completed by the applicant.
- Minimum Marks: Applicants who want to apply for the entrance exam must have scored at least 50% marks (45% marks for OBC category applicants and 40% marks for SC, ST category applicants) in the qualifying exams.
- Age Criteria: Applicants who are of 20 years are eligible to apply for the exam.
Appearing Applicants: Applicants who are in process of the final exam of the HSC are also eligible to apply for the exam.
BLAT 2023 Eligibility Criteria for LLM Courses
Candidates applying for LLM, which is the master's level law course, should satisfy the following eligibility requirements.
- Educational Qualification: Applicants who want to apply for the exam must hold a three-year or five-year LLB degree from a known university or college.
- Minimum marks: Minimum of 50% marks should be obtained by the applicants who want to apply for the exam.
- Age Criteria: There is no maximum age limit to apply for LLM.
BLAT 2023 Application Form
- BLAT 2023 Application Form is likely to be released in the 1st week of June, 2023, and should be filled out online by visiting the official website of BHU.
- The registration window once opened, will be announced by BHU, applicants must register according to the admission schedule.
- Aspiring candidates are advised to follow updates from BHU authorities so as to not miss the application window for BLAT examination.
BLAT 2023 Application Form: How to Register?
- Aspirants should visit the official BHU site and go to the BLAT registration section once exam registration for the specific year commences.
- Basic details like the applicant’s name, relevant personal details, educational qualification, contact, and email should be filled in at the first stage of the BLAT application.
- Upload scanned copies of relevant certificates, passport size photograph that was taken in a professional studio, candidate’s signature in corresponding spaces.
- The scanned documents should be the latest, in prescribed size and format, and should have clarity.
- After filling out your BLAT application form, check for possible errors, and correct them before making payment.
- Candidates should take a print out of their application form for future reference.
BLAT 2023 Application Fees
BLAT 2023 Application Fees can be paid through online and offline payment methods. BLAT registration process will only be completed after the application fees is paid.
| Category | BLAT 2023 Application Fees |
|---|---|
| General | INR 500 |
| Reserved category | INR 250 |
- Applicants must pay BLAT 2023 application fees in online mode through credit cards, debit cards, or net banking.
- Candidates who do not have access to online payment methods have the option to pay the application fee through offline mode. They can pay the fee as challan in HDFC bank branches.
BLAT 2023 Admit Card
BLAT 2023 Admit Card is likely to be released in the 3rd week of July, 2023. Applicants can download BLAT 2023 Admit Card in online mode from the official website.
Applicants will also receive notifications related to the release of BLAT Admit Card via email/SMS on the registered email ID or Phone number.
Applicants are required to carry their BLAT Admit Card to get entry into the exam hall.
BLAT 2023 Admit Card: How to Download?
Given below are the step by step instructions to download BLAT 2023 Admit Card:
- Applicants must visit the official website, click on their exam, i.e. UET/ PET.
- Applicants must log into the admissions portal using their login credentials.
- After logging in, applicants must click on the admit card button.
- Applicants will then be redirected to their BLAT 2023 Admit Card.
- Applicants can download their admit card for future.
BLAT 2023 Admit Card: Details Mentioned
Given below are some details mentioned in BLAT 2023 Admit Card:
- Exam Centre Code
- Exam Code
- Exam Duration
- Candidates Registration Number
- Exam Date and Session
- Candidates Name
- Candidates Address
- Candidates Photograph
- Candidates Signature
BLAT 2023 Exam Pattern
BLAT 2023 Exam Pattern is set by Banaras Hindu University and can be subjected to slight changes, however, the core syllabus of the exam should remain the same.
- The duration for BLAT entrance exam is 120 minutes for both UG/ PG exams.
- BLAT is conducted in offline mode, where the questions are objective type multiple-choice questions.
- The question paper for BLAT will be available in English and Hindi mediums.
- BLAT exam paper for the PG course carries a total of 450 marks and BLAT exam for the UG course will carry a total of 600 marks.
Check Course-wise BLAT 2023 Pattern and Syllabus
BLAT 2023 Marking Scheme
Given below are the marking scheme for BLAT 2023 Exam:
| Particulars | BLAT 2023 Marking Scheme |
|---|---|
| Correct Answer | 3 marks |
| Incorrect Answer | 1 mark |
| Unattended Question | 0 marks |
BLAT 2023 Syllabus
BLAT 2023 Syllabus is set by Banaras Hindu Universtiy. BLAT syllabus is different for both UG and PG law course entrance exam. Applicants who are appearing for the UG law course are advised to refer the syllabus when attempting the exam.
BLAT 2023 Syllabus for UG Courses
Given below are the sectional topics asked in BLAT 2023 Exam
- General Awareness and Current Affairs
- English/ Hindi Comprehension
- Aptitude and Mental Ability
- Common Legal Knowledge.
BLAT 2023 Syllabus for PG Courses
Given below are some topics asked in BLAT 2023 Exam:
- Jurisprudence
- Law of Torts
- Law of Crimes
- Public International Law
- Law of Contracts
- Environmental Law
- Constitutional Law
- Hindu Law
- Muslim Law
- Indian Evidence Act
Check Detailed Section-wise BLAT 2023 Syllabus
BLAT 2023 Answer Key
- BLAT 2023 Answer Key is likely to be released in the 2nd week of August, 2023.
- Applicants will be able to download the answer key by visiting the official website of Banaras Hindu University.
- Applicants can evaluate their results using the answer key.
BLAT 2023 Results
- BLAT 2023 Results is likely to be released in the 1st week of September, 2023 in online mode.
- Applicants can get BLAT Entrance Exam Results from the official website of the university.
- The conducting body will send an email or SMS to the applicant’s registered phone number and email.
- Applicants can download the results and keep it for future reference.
BLAT 2023 Results: How to Download?
Given below are the step-by-step instructions to download BLAT 2023 Results:
- Applicants must visit the offiical website of the Banaras Hindu University and login using their candidates credentials, i.e. username and password.
- Applicants should be able to find their results, which can be found in scorecard format.
- Applicants are advised to download the results and take a print out of it.
Check BLAT 2023 Result and Counselling Process
BLAT 2023 Counselling
BLAT 2023 Counselling is likely to begin in the 3rd week of September, 2023. Given below are some counselling instructions the applicants must follow:
- After the declaration of BLAT Results, the authority will prepare a merit list of the applicants.
- Authority will conduct BLAT Counselling process for the applicants based on the merit list.
- After the declaration of the results, applicants are instructed to download the call letter.
- Call letters will be available in online mode on the official website of the university for the applicants.
- On the website, applicants are requested to fill the choice of course according to their preference.
- Applicants are requested to be present in person at the counselling venue on a decided date and time.
- Applicants are instructed to carry important documents (original and attested copies) for the verification
- After completion of the counselling process, the authority will allot seats to the applicants on the basis of the merit list, filled choices, and availability of seats.
BLAT 2023 FAQs
Ques: How to prepare for BLAT 2023 Exam?
Ans: To prepare for BLAT 2023, aspirants should refer to the previous year's question papers and try to solve them by setting a time limit. Also, go through the entire BLAT 2023 Syllabus and make sure that you are familiar with each topic and subtopics. Reference books and study materials are available online as well as there are several guides and books to help the study process.
Ques: Can I apply for BLAT 2023 after completing 12th?
Ans: Aspirants who plan to study 5 year integrated BA LLB honours programs at BHU affiliated colleges can appear for BLAT Exam. However, for LLB Honours (3 Year) as well as LLM requires higher qualifications such as Bachelor’s degree or LLB.
Ques: Is it possible to apply for BLAT through offline mode?
Ans: BLAT Exam 2023 Application Form is only accepted through online mode. Applicants can complete the registrations through the official website of BHU.
Ques: Should I send a copy of the completed BLAT application to the university?
Ans: Candidates do not have to send a copy of the BLAT 2023 Application Form to the university. They should take a printout of the same and keep it safe with themselves for future references.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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