{"id":31886,"date":"2025-11-25T10:51:39","date_gmt":"2025-11-25T10:51:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/?page_id=31886"},"modified":"2026-04-11T09:54:38","modified_gmt":"2026-04-11T09:54:38","slug":"air-5-clat-2024","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/toppers\/air-5-clat-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Manav Agarwal, AIR-5 CLAT 2024 Shares Smart Prep Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Cracking CLAT with a top rank is tough, but maintaining balance, consistency, and mental stability is even tougher. Manav Agarwal, AIR 5 in CLAT 2024 and now a second-year student at NLSIU Bangalore, offers a remarkably honest and relatable perspective on both. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this exclusive conversation with Law Prep Tutorial, he reflects on how the second year differs from the first, how NLS students manage intense academics alongside an active social life, and why smart work matters more than perfection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Manav\u2019s insights are especially useful for aspirants preparing with limited time. From vocabulary building to Quant must-dos, from GK strategy in the last three months to handling mock score fluctuations – he breaks everything down with clarity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

His interview is filled with practical lessons, making it a must-read for aspirants of CLAT 2027<\/a><\/strong> and CLAT 2028<\/a><\/strong> looking for a realistic roadmap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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About Manav Agarwal, AIR-5 CLAT 2025<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming from a disciplined and focused academic background, Manav began preparing for CLAT along with other competitive exams and cleared the exam with one of the highest ranks in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At NLS, he quickly realized the importance of balancing academics, social life, peer support, and mental health. His experience shows that success isn\u2019t only about studying harder, it\u2019s also about community, collaboration, and knowing when to rely on shared notes, seniors, and the Academic Support Program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Manav has built strong habits around reading, vocabulary improvement, and structured analysis of mocks. His approach is both practical and adaptable, making him a role model for aspirants who want to study smart and stay consistent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interview with Manav Agarwal: CLAT 2024 AIR 5<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Law Prep:<\/strong> How is the second year at NLS compared to the first year?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Manav:<\/strong> Much better! In the first year, everything feels uncertain. By second year, you understand how academics work, how to prepare for classes, and how to clear courses. There\u2019s more clarity now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Law Prep:<\/strong> Students say NLS is academically intense but still shows a lively social life online. How do students balance both?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Manav:<\/strong> Balance is essential. You must keep up with academics, readings, and revisions – but you also need social life to stay mentally stable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t skip campus events, don\u2019t isolate yourself. NLS runs on smart work: last-minute help, shared notes, seniors, ASP repository – your support system comes from socialising.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Law Prep:<\/strong> Do YOU attend parties? How do you balance it personally?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Manav:<\/strong> Yes, I do! I don\u2019t miss major events. Social life helps you stay sane, and the academic structure allows support when needed – so both are manageable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Law Prep:<\/strong> Which was easier – CLAT prep or NLS academics?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Manav:<\/strong> CLAT, without a doubt. CLAT gives you routine, discipline, sleep. NLS breaks your sleep cycle, stretches nights, and fluctuates workload. Anyone who joins NLS realizes CLAT was simpler!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Law Prep:<\/strong> Is it possible to crack CLAT if someone starts now with little time left?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Manav:<\/strong> Yes, absolutely. Even with 3 months, it\u2019s possible – but you must work harder and smarter. Many in my batch prepared for IPMAT<\/a><\/strong> and simultaneously took CLAT<\/a><\/strong> and cleared it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Must Know for Every CLAT Aspirant:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CLAT Marking Scheme<\/strong><\/a><\/td>CLAT Exam Date<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Best Books for CLAT Preparation<\/a><\/strong><\/td>CLAT Syllabus PDF<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr>
CLAT Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><\/a><\/td>CLAT Exam Pattern<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr>
CLAT Age Limit<\/strong><\/a><\/td>Career Opportunities after Law<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Law Prep:<\/strong> How diverse is the NLS crowd?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Manav:<\/strong> Very diverse – students from every region and from all streams, including science. Diversity is one of NLS\u2019s biggest strengths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Law Prep:<\/strong> Tips to improve English for CLAT?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Manav: <\/strong>My vocabulary method:<\/p>\n\n\n\n