CLAT 2026 First Merit List Released, Round 1 Counselling Details

CLAT 2026 First Merit List has been released by the Consortium of National Law Universities for candidates who registered for the counselling process. The list includes names of candidates provisionally allotted seats in participating National Law Universities based on rank and preferences. Candidates whose names appear in the merit list must now complete the required counselling actions within the prescribed timeline to secure or modify their allotted seat.

CLAT 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment and Candidate Actions

The first allocation list marks the beginning of the CLAT 2026 admission process. Candidates allotted seats in Round 1 are required to choose one of the available options to proceed further in counselling. Students can either freeze the allotted seat, opt for float to be considered for higher preferences in later rounds, or withdraw from the counselling process. Payment of the seat confirmation fee is mandatory for candidates selecting freeze or float options.

CLAT 2026 Round 1 Counselling Schedule

The Consortium has released the detailed counselling timeline for the first round. Candidates must strictly adhere to the schedule to avoid cancellation of their allotted seat. The Round 1 counselling process includes publication of the allotment list followed by the fee payment window for confirmation and admission procedures.

Documents Required for CLAT 2026 Counselling

Candidates participating in the CLAT 2026 counselling process must keep all required documents ready in advance. These documents are essential for verification during admission by the allotted National Law University. Documents include academic certificates, identity proof, category certificates where applicable, and other supporting records required as per counselling guidelines. Failure to produce valid documents may lead to cancellation of the allotted seat.

Important Instructions for CLAT 2026 Candidates

Candidates are advised to carefully review their allotment status and complete all counselling steps within the deadline. Missing the confirmation fee payment or failing to select an option may result in forfeiture of the allotted seat. Regular monitoring of official counselling updates is essential to stay informed about subsequent merit lists and admission rounds.