August 01, 2025 / 09:42 IST
CLAT 2026 Registration Begins at consortiumofnlus.ac.in
The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) has officially opened the registration portal for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 today, August 1, 2025. Candidates seeking admission to undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programs across 24 NLUs and other affiliated institutions can apply online at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
The last date to register for CLAT 2026 is October 31, 2025, and the exam is scheduled to be held in offline mode on December 7, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
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CLAT 2026 Important Dates
- Registration Start Date: August 1, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: October 31, 2025
- CLAT 2026 Exam Date: December 7, 2025 (Sunday)
- Exam Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | PwD candidates: 2:00 PM – 4:40 PM (extra 40 minutes allowed)
CLAT 2026 Exam Pattern and Marking| Feature | Details |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (pen and paper) |
| Duration | 2 hours (2h 40m for PwD candidates) |
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Marking Scheme | +1 for correct, -0.25 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted |
CLAT UG will include questions from the following five areas:
- English Language
- Current Affairs, including General Knowledge
- Quantitative Techniques (Mathematics)
- Logical Reasoning
- Legal Reasoning
Each section will have comprehension-based MCQs to test analytical, reasoning, and reading skills.
Application Fee
- General / OBC / Other Categories: Rs 4000
- SC / ST / PwD / BPL Candidates: Rs 3500
The fee can be paid online via debit/credit card, UPI, or net banking.
CLAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria
For Undergraduate (UG) Programs:
- Qualification: 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board.
- Minimum Marks:
- General/OBC/PwD/NRI: 45%
- SC/ST: 40%
- Age Limit: No upper age limit.
For Postgraduate (PG) Programs:- Qualification: LL.B. or equivalent degree.
- Minimum Marks:
- General/OBC/PwD/NRI: 50%
- SC/ST: 45%
- Final-year students are also eligible to apply, subject to conditions.
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply for CLAT 2026- Visit the official website: https://consortiumofnlus.ac.in
- Click on "CLAT 2026" and select "Register."
- Create an account using your name, email ID, and mobile number.
- Verify your email ID and login with credentials.
- Fill out the application form with personal, academic, and contact details.
- Upload scanned documents:
- Passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Choose your test center preferences (you may get assigned any based on availability).
- Make the payment online.
- Submit the form and save a copy for future reference.
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