The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 registration process is underway, and the last date to apply is November 7, 2025. The national-level law entrance exam will be conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) on December 7, 2025, from 2 PM to 4 PM. Interested candidates seeking admission to undergraduate (BA LLB) and postgraduate (LLM) programs in participating NLUs must complete their online registration at consortiumofnlus.ac.in before the deadline.
CLAT 2026 Eligibility and Exam Details
The CLAT 2026 is conducted for admission to top law universities across India. Candidates applying for the UG program must have passed or be appearing for their Class 12 examinations, while those applying for the PG programmust hold a law degree (LLB).
Applicants are required to have a valid email ID and mobile number for registration. The exam will test aptitude in English, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, General Knowledge, and Quantitative Techniques. Candidates should thoroughly review the information bulletin before submission to ensure they meet all eligibility criteria.
CLAT 2026 Application Fee and Payment Methods
Before paying the fee, applicants must confirm all details on the application form. The CLAT 2026 application fee is as follows:
Category | Application Fee (INR) |
General/OBC/PWD/NRI/PIO/OCI | 4,000 |
SC/ST/BPL | 3,500 |
Candidates who wish to access previous year question papers can pay an additional INR 500. Payments can be made via net banking, debit card, or credit card.
CLAT 2026 Registration: Step-by-Step Process
Follow the steps below to complete the CLAT 2026 online registration successfully:
- Visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
- Click on the CLAT 2026 registration link on the homepage.
- Create an account using a valid mobile number and email address.
- Fill in personal and academic details, and select preferred test cities.
- Upload the scanned photograph, signature, and necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee and submit the form.
- Download and save the confirmation page for reference.
The application correction window will remain open from November 5 to November 9, 2025, allowing candidates to make limited changes to their submitted forms.
Documents Required for CLAT 2026 Registration
Candidates must keep the following documents ready while filling the CLAT 2026 form:
- Passport-sized photograph
- Scanned signature
- Class 10 and 12 mark sheets
- Valid photo ID proof
- Category or domicile certificate (if applicable)
- PwD certificate or UDID card (for PwD candidates)
These documents must be scanned clearly and uploaded in the prescribed format. They will also be required later during counseling and verification.
CLAT 2026 Exam Pattern and Preparation
The CLAT 2026 exam will be a two-hour test featuring 120–150 multiple-choice questions. The paper will include five sections — English Language, Current Affairs, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Techniques.
The test will be conducted in offline (pen-and-paper) mode. Candidates are advised to focus on reading comprehension, current affairs, reasoning, and basic mathematics. Regular mock tests and previous year papers can help improve time management and accuracy.
CLAT 2026 Test Centers and Reservation Policy
During registration, candidates must select their preferred test cities. The Consortium of NLUs will allocate centers based on availability. CLAT 2026 will also follow the reservation policy for SC, ST, OBC, and PwD categories as per government norms. Eligible candidates must upload valid certificates to avail of these benefits.
CLAT 2026 Admit Card and Exam Guidelines
After registration closes, candidates can download the CLAT 2026 admit card a few days before the exam. On December 7, 2025, they must report to their test centers one hour before the scheduled time with a photo ID and admit card.
Electronic devices are not permitted inside the examination hall. After the exam, the CLAT 2026 result will be announced online, followed by counseling and admission for shortlisted candidates.
