CLAT 2026 Exam: Official Notification for Admission to NLUs

Attention law aspirants! The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) has announced the schedule for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026. This national-level exam is your gateway to undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programmes at 22 prestigious NLUs across India.

Key Dates and Details

• CLAT 2026 Exam Date: December 7, 2025 (Sunday)
• Exam Time: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (Offline Mode)
• Registration Opens: August 1, 2025
• Registration Closes: October 31, 2025
• Official Website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in
• Exam For: UG (5-Year LLB) & PG (LLM) Law Programmes
• Total Participating NLUs: 22

How to Apply for CLAT 2026

1. Visit the official website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in
2. Register using your mobile number, email, and password
3. Log in and complete the application form with personal, academic, and contact details
4. Upload scanned copies of required documents (passport-size photo, signature, and category certificate if applicable)
5. Select your preferred test centres
6. Choose NLU preferences
7. Pay the application fee online (General/OBC/PwD: INR 4000; SC/ST: INR 3500)
8. Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference

Eligibility and Documents Required

• Candidates must meet the category-wise eligibility criteria for UG/PG programmes
• All applicants must upload necessary documents online during registration

Admit Card and Sarkari Result

Only candidates who complete the application process before the deadline will receive their admit card for the exam. After the exam, check the official site for the latest result, exam result, merit list, and counselling updates. Stay updated for your govt job prospects and admission status through the official consortium portal.

FAQs

Q: When does CLAT 2026 registration start?

A: Registration starts on August 1, 2025, and closes on October 31, 2025.

Q: How do I apply for CLAT 2026?

A: You must apply online on consortiumofnlus.ac.in within the registration period.

Q: What are the exam timings for CLAT 2026?

A: The exam will be held from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM on December 7, 2025, in offline (pen-paper) mode.

Q: What is the application fee for CLAT 2026?

A: INR 4000 for General/OBC/PwD and INR 3500 for SC/ST categories.

Q: Where can I download my admit card?

A: The admit card will be available at consortiumofnlus.ac.in for registered candidates before the exam.

Q: How many NLUs accept CLAT scores?

A: Scores are accepted by 22 participating National Law Universities.

Q: Where do I check the latest result and merit list?

A: Visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in after the exam for your exam result and merit list updates. This is your official source for sarkari result, government job result, and admission status.

Don’t miss your chance for a career in law! Bookmark the official site for regular updates on exam result, admit card, and other admission-related information. Prepare well, meet eligibility requirements, and follow official announcements for your sarkari naukri and lawful future.