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PROSPECTUS AND ADMISSION FORM

Common Law Admission Test (CLAT)

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ABOUT ALTIUS ACADEMY

Altius Academy is a brainchild of ex IITians. Altius academy pioneered diagrammatic solutions

for Quant and CB techniques which equip students with effective tools, necessary to crack

objective type examinations.

Nature of Examinations, which require the highest level of professionalism, is poles apart from

school examinations where traditional techniques are sufficient to score excellent marks.

Competitive examination is about conceptual clarity and not memorization alone.

Cracking an exam requires a special knack which can be learnt and applied effectively. It is like

an exact science. Tricks and novel techniques taught at Altius will be the differentiating factor

between Altius students and million others. Altius is a pioneer in providing a solid foundation

upon which pillars of success shall be designed.

Join Altius to secure a fabulous career, full of enterprising prospects.

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ABOUT ALTIUS ACADEMY

Altius Academy is a brainchild of ex IITians. Altius academy pioneered diagrammatic solutions

for Quant and CB techniques which equip students with effective tools, necessary to crack

objective type examinations.

Nature of Examinations, which require the highest level of professionalism, is poles apart from

school examinations where traditional techniques are sufficient to score excellent marks.

Competitive examination is about conceptual clarity and not memorization alone.

Cracking an exam requires a special knack which can be learnt and applied effectively. It is like

an exact science. Tricks and novel techniques taught at Altius will be the differentiating factor

between Altius students and million others. Altius is a pioneer in providing a solid foundation

upon which pillars of success shall be designed.

Join Altius to secure a fabulous career, full of enterprising prospects.

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OUR PHILOSOPHY

Altius Academy started with the belief that every individual has potential to excel in life.

Everyone has a right to their share of sky. That those who dare to accept challenge always win;

that those who can dream are the ones who can do; that nothing is impossible if we set ourminds to it, that a bumble bee flies even if aerodynamically it is impossible for it to do so.

With this orientation began our journey to realize dreams of thousands of youngsters by

helping them to win in their chosen fields. We at Altius support such individuals, such dreamers

to seize their share of the sky and make their dreams come true.

We believe that everyone can be trained and prepared to achieve bigger things in life and it is

only when we aim higher can we realize our true potential. We develop and steer you to

accomplish your career goals. Our management is committed to provide you with excellent

course material and guidance that will equip you for competitive entrance examinations to

professional courses.

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ABOUT COMMON LAW ADMISSION TEST (CLAT)

Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is a

centralised test for admission to prominent

National Law Universities in India. It is an all

India examination on rotation by 14 NationalLaw Universities (NLUs) for admission to

their under-graduate (LL.B) and post-

graduate degree (LL.M) programs.

The 14 participating NLUs are:

1. National Law School of India University,

Bangalore (NLSIU).

2. National Academy of Legal Study &

Research (NALSAR) University of Law,

Hyderabad

3. National Law Institute University, Bhopal

(NLIU)

4. The West Bengal National University of

Juridical Sciences, Kolkata (WBNUJS)

5. National Law University, Jodhpur (NLUJ)

6. Hidayatullah National Law University,

Raipur (HNLU)

7. Gujarat National Law University,

Gandhinagar (GNLU)

8. Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law

University, Lucknow (RMLNLU)

9. Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law,

Punjab (RGNUL)10. Chanakya National Law University, Patna

(CNLU)

11. National University of Advanced Legal

Studies, Kochi (NUALS)

12. National Law University, Odisha (NLUO)

13. National University of Study & Research

in Law, Ranchi (NUSRL)

14. National Law University and Judicial

Academy, Assam (NLUJA)

By giving CLAT entrance exam a candidate is

eligible for admission only in the above 14universities.

The following institutions have been

permitted to utilize CLAT scores for the

purposes of admissions to their

undergraduate and postgraduate courses:

1. Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law

University, Palace Layout, Pedawaltair,

Viskhapatnam

2. Jodhpur National University, Narandi,

Jahnwar Road, Jodhpur

3. Siddhartha Law College, Sahastradhara

Road, Near IT Park, Dehradun

4. SOA National Institute of Law, Faculty of

Legal Studies, Siksha O Anusandhan

University, Khandagiri Square, Bhubaneswar

In addition to this, CLAT has also entered

into a MOU with the Indian Oil Corporation

(IOC), whereby IOC would be utilising CLAT

scores as one of the selection criteria for

recruitment of legal professionals to IOC.

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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA TO APPEAR FOR

COMMON LAW ADMISSION TEST (CLAT)

Eligibility for Under-Graduate Programs -

To be eligible for CLAT, a candidate should have obtained a Senior SecondarySchool/Intermediate (10+2) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Board with not

less than 50% marks in aggregate (45% in case of SC/ST/OBC and PWD).

Candidates who have appeared in the 10+2 examination and are awaiting results are also

eligible to appear in the test.

Age Limit for CLAT: Not more than 20 years in case of General/OBC candidates

and not more than 22 years in case of SC/ST and persons with Disability as on 1st July of the

year of examination.

Eligibility for CLAT Post-Graduate Programs -

To be eligible for appearing in CLAT, a candidate should have obtained a LL.B/B.L. Degree or

an equivalent degree from a recognized University with not less than 55% marks in aggregate

(50% in case of SC/ST /OBC and persons with Disability)

Candidates who have appeared in the qualifying degree examination and are awaiting

results are also eligible to appear in the test.

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COMMON LAW ADMISSION TEST (CLAT) PATTERN

Total Marks

(MCQs each carrying 1 mark)200

marks

Duration of examination 2 hours

Subjects and weightage

English (including comprehension)

40

marks

General Knowledge/Current Affairs50

marks

Elementary Mathematics (Numerical Ability)20

marks

Legal Aptitude50

marks

Logical Reasoning40

marks

Note: There is a system of Negative Marking wherein 0.25 mark is deducted for each of the

wrong answers to multiple choice questions.

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SUBJECT AREAS OF THE TEST

The different subject areas of the test are

explained as under:

English Including Comprehension

The English section will test the candidates

proficiency in English based on

comprehension passages and grammar. In

the comprehension section, candidates will

be assessed on their understanding of the

passage given, its central theme and

meanings of the words used therein, etc. The

grammar section will focus on correction of

incorrect grammatical sentences, filling of

blanks in the given sentences with

appropriate words, etc..

General Knowledge and Currents Affairs

In this section the candidates will be

assessed on their general awareness

including static general

knowledge. Questions on current affairs will

test candidates knowledge on current

affairs.

Mathematics

This section will test candidates knowledge

on elementary mathematics, i.e.

mathematics taught up to Class X.

Logical Reasoning

The purpose of the logical reasoning section

is to test the candidates ability to identify

patterns, logical links and rectify illogical

arguments. It will include a wide variety oflogical reasoning questions such as

syllogisms, logical sequences, analogies, etc.

However, visual reasoning will not be tested.

Legal Aptitude

This section will test candidates interest

towards study of law, research aptitude and

problem solving ability. Questions asked may

comprise of legal propositions/ principles

and a set of facts to which the said

proposition/ principle has to be applied to

arrive at a most reasonable conclusion. Such

propositions may or may not be true in the

real sense; yet the candidates will have to

assume that the given propositions are true

and answer the questions accordingly. An

example of such legal proposition may be

that any person who speaks in a movie hall

and disturbs others who are watching the

movie will be banned from entering any

movie theatre across India for one year.

Tie-Breaking

In the event of equal marks scored by two ormore candidates in the CLAT-2013, the tie

will be broken by the following procedure

and order:

Higher marks in the section of legal

aptitude in CLAT-2013

Higher age

Computerized draw of lots

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WHY SHOULD YOU GO FOR CLAT?

CLAT is emerging as the most preferred career choice

There is more demand for Law professionals in globalization

era

Career in Law is known for its financial benefits and

remunerations

Law professionals have the choice of working in corporate or

public sector

Law professionals are known for their influence and status in

society

It gives you a CHANCE to participate in nation building

Safest bet for students in contrast to medical and engineering

streams

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SOME INTERESTING ANALYSIS

As it is an emerging field, there is greater chance of success and getting admission into top

universities. A comparison of success ratio in choice professions is given below:

Profession Success Ratio

Medical 1 out of every 240 students

Engineering 1 out of every 121 students

Management (CAT) 1 out of every 500 students

Law 1 out of every 18 students

Best career choice in era of

global uncertainty

Diverse options available

both in corporate and public

sector

Least input / output ratio

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AVENUES THAT OPEN UP AFTER A COURSE IN

LAW

Avenues What are they?

Corporate Law

Corporate law connotes law of corporation or

companies. It regulates all matters, from the birth of

companies to their dissolution. It involves the study of

law that regulates the working of incorporated bodies.

Corporate law does not restrict itself to the Companies

Act only but applies to allied legislations as well.

Criminal Law Criminal law is the law relating to criminal conduct.

Civil Law

Civil law is a unique type of law inspired by Roman law.

Civil laws are based on the historic customs that are

stuck in codified and writing not determined as in the

case of common law.

Intellectual Property &Patent

Intellectual property(IP) is the creation of human

intellect. It refers to the ideas, knowledge, invention,

innovation, creativity, research etc, all being the product

of human mind and is similar to any property, whether

movable or immovable, wherein the proprietor or theowner may exclusively use his property at will and has

the right to prevent others from using it, without his

permission. The rights relating to intellectual property

are known as 'Intellectual Property Rights'.

Cyber Law

Provides legal recognition to electronic documents and

a framework to support e-filing and e-commerce

transactions and also provides a legal framework to

mitigate, check cyber crimes

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OUR STRATEGY THAT PREPARES YOU TO

CONQUER CLAT

We are pioneers in developing diagrammatic solutions with multi pronged approaches.

Absence of equation based solutions for DI and Quantitative Problems.

Developing intuitive techniques essential for Legal aptitude section.

Breakthrough techniques and tricks to maximize your score in CLAT even if you lack in-depth

knowledge of legal framework.

Time tested pro-CLAT problem solving approach for reading comprehension and English

questions.

GK section taught by stalwarts of Civil Services who will ensure that you achieve maximum out

of minimum effort and master the art of WHAT NOT TO READ instead of cramming

everything.

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COURSE DETAILS

Classroom course beginning from 11th July, 2013.

DURATION OF THE COURSE

July December 2013 (6 months)

Additional one month revision

Test Series after board exams in April 2014

We understand the importance of scoring well in board examination hence the

course will finish in December.

COURSE METHODOLOGY

Study Material: Booklets and class notes

Module Tests will be conducted periodically

Full Mock Test will be conducted in April 2014

Monthly subject tests and analysis

COURSE FEES

INR 25,000/- for 6 months course (inclusive of all taxes)

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CONTACT DETAILS

Website: www.altiusacademy.org

Address: 5/771, Ground Floor

Vikas Khand, Gomti Nagar

(Near Patrakar Chauraha)

Lucknow 226010

Phone: 0522 - 6511112/6511113

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