📢 CLAT 2026 Notification Out – Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) Online Form
The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) has officially released the CLAT 2026 Notification for admission into Undergraduate (BA LLB) and Postgraduate (LLM) law programs for the academic year 2025–26.
The CLAT 2026 Online Application Form has started from 01 August 2025, and the last date to apply online is 31 October 2025. The CLAT 2026 Exam will be conducted on 07 December 2025 in offline (pen-paper) mode across India.
Interested candidates can fill the form online through the official website – 🔗 https://consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
🗓️ CLAT 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 01 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31 October 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31 October 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
| Exam Date | 07 December 2025 |
| Result Declaration | To Be Updated |
💰 Application Fee (CLAT 2026)
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / PwD / NRI | ₹ 4000/- |
| SC / ST | ₹ 3500/- |
Mode of Payment:
💳 Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / IMPS / UPI / Wallets
🎯 CLAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Undergraduate Course (BA LLB Hons.)
- Must have passed 10+2 (Intermediate) examination from a recognized board in India.
- Minimum Marks:
- General / OBC: 45%
- SC / ST: 40%
- Candidates appearing in Class 12 (2025) are also eligible to apply.
Postgraduate Course (LLM)
- Must have passed LLB degree (3-year or 5-year) from a recognized university in India.
- Minimum Marks:
- General / OBC: 55%
- SC / ST: 50%
- Candidates appearing in final year of LLB are eligible.
🧾 Age Limit – CLAT 2026
- No Upper Age Limit for both UG and PG programs.
- Candidates of any age who meet the educational criteria can apply.
🧮 CLAT 2026 Exam Pattern
For UG (BA LLB):
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 22–26 | 22–26 |
| Current Affairs & GK | 28–32 | 28–32 |
| Legal Reasoning | 28–32 | 28–32 |
| Logical Reasoning | 22–26 | 22–26 |
| Quantitative Techniques | 10–14 | 10–14 |
| Total | 120 Questions | 120 Marks |
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Negative Marking: -0.25 for each wrong answer
For PG (LLM):
- Total Questions: 120 (Objective Type)
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Based on Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, Administrative Law, Family Law, Contract, Torts, Criminal Law, International Law, Property Law, and Company Law.
🏛️ Participating National Law Universities (NLUs) – CLAT 2026
- NLSIU Bengaluru
- NALSAR Hyderabad
- NLIU Bhopal
- WBNUJS Kolkata
- NLU Jodhpur
- HNLU Raipur
- GNLU Gandhinagar
- GNLU Silvassa
- RMLNLU Lucknow
- RGNUL Punjab
- CNLU Patna
- NUALS Kochi
- NLUO Odisha
- NUSRL Ranchi
- NLUJA Assam
- DSNLU Visakhapatnam
- TNNLU Tiruchirappalli
- MNLU Mumbai
- MNLU Nagpur
- MNLU Aurangabad
- HPNLU Shimla
- DNLU Jabalpur
- DBRANLU Haryana
- NLUT Agartala
- RPNLUP Prayagraj
- IIULER Goa
📘 How to Fill CLAT 2026 Admission Online Form
Follow these steps carefully to apply for CLAT 2026:
- Visit the official website – https://consortiumofnlus.ac.in
- Click on “Register” and create your login ID.
- Fill in the personal, academic, and communication details.
- Upload photo, signature, and category certificate as per instructions.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Review and submit the form.
- Take a printout of the confirmation page for future use.
📄 Documents Required for CLAT 2026 Registration
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature (Scanned)
- Class 10th & 12th Marksheet
- LLB Marksheet (for PG candidates)
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile or Residence Proof (if applicable)
🧩 CLAT 2026 Selection Process
- Written Exam (Offline)
- Merit List based on marks obtained
- Counseling Process for seat allotment in NLUs
- Final Admission after document verification
🔗 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| 🟢 Apply Online | Click Here |
| 📄 Check Short Notice | Click Here |
| 🌐 Official Website | https://consortiumofnlus.ac.in |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When does CLAT 2026 Online Application Start?
👉 The online application started on 01 August 2025.
Q2. What is the Last Date for CLAT 2026 Form?
👉 Candidates can apply till 31 October 2025.
Q3. What is the CLAT 2026 Exam Date?
👉 The exam will be conducted on 07 December 2025.
Q4. What is the Eligibility for CLAT 2026 UG?
👉 Passed or appearing in 10+2 (Intermediate) with 45% marks (40% for SC/ST).
Q5. What is the Official Website for CLAT 2026?
👉 https://consortiumofnlus.ac.in
🏁 Conclusion
The CLAT 2026 is a golden opportunity for law aspirants aiming to join top National Law Universities (NLUs) across India. Candidates must read the official notification carefully before applying and start their CLAT 2026 preparation early to secure a high rank.
Apply today and take the first step toward your career in law.
🔗 Official Website: https://consortiumofnlus.ac.in
