Registrations for the admissions counselling process will open at 6 pm, on December 17, 2025, and close at 10 pm on December 27, 2025.
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: Counselling dates
CLAT 2026 Result Live Updates: Final Answer Key Out; Scorecards At consortiumofnlus.ac.in (Representational-AI Generated image)Consortium CLAT Result 2026 Highlights: The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) has announced the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 results. Earlier, the exam authority had released the final answer keys on the official website. This year, nearly 92,000 candidates registered for the exam to seek admission into law programmes offered by NLUs and various other institutions nationwide. Candidates can now check their results on the official website at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
CLAT 2026 Counselling Schedule Out
Approximately 75,009 candidates took the CLAT 2026 exam for Undergraduate (UG) programmes, while 17,335 candidates appeared for the Postgraduate (PG) courses. Since the CLAT 2026 results have been announced, the Consortium has also started the counselling process.
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Candidates qualifying need to register for CLAT Counselling 2026 to secure admission into various UG and PG programmes offered by participating NLUs and other affiliated colleges across the country.
CLAT 2026 was held on December 7. The Consortium had released the provisional answer key and question booklets on December 10. Candidates were given time till December 12 to raise objections against the answer key. The result due to be released now will be declared after considering the grievances raised against the answer key.
The CLAT UG and CLAT PG question booklet contained 120 multiple choice questions. All the questions carried one mark each.
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CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: Documents required in counselling
– Class 10 statement of marks
– Class 12 statement of marks
– CLAT 2026 admit card
– LL.B./B.L./Equivalent degree statement of marks (for PG candidates only)
– Character/Conduct certificate from the last educational institution attended
– Transfer/Migration certificate from the last educational institution attended
– Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC, if applicable)
– PwD/SAP certificate (if applicable)
– Domicile/Residence certificate (if applicable)
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: Over 96.01% attendance
The overall attendance percentage for CLAT 2026 was 96.01%. Of the candidates who appeared for CLAT 2026, 57% are females, 43% are males, and nine candidates are transgender.
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: Highest marks in CLAT PG
The highest mark obtained in CLAT 2026 PG is 104.25.
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: CLAT PG evaluated on 119 marks
• CLAT 2026 PG had one section comprising 120 questions.
• One Question was withdrawn in the Provisional Answer Key.
• The Answer Key for three questions was changed and accordingly, the evaluation of candidates for the CLAT 2026 PG shall be out of 119 marks
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: Highest marks in CLAT UG
The highest mark secured in CLAT 2026 UG is 112.75
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: CLAT UG evaluation out of 119 marks
CLAT 2026 UG had 5 sections, with a total of 120 questions.1 question was withdrawn in the Provisional Answer Key and there is no change in the provisional answer key or to any questions. Accordingly, the evaluation of candidates for the CLAT 2026 UG shall be out of 119 marks based on the provisional answer key.
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: Meet CLAT 2026 topper
Despite scoring an impressive 112.75 out of 119 to secure All India Rank (AIR) 1 in CLAT 2026, Geetali Gupta’s preparation strategy breaks the stereotype of relentless, late-night studying. The 17-year-old from Sri Ganganagar in Rajasthan never adhered to rigid study schedules. Instead, she followed a straightforward approach—setting daily goals, completing them, and stepping away—an approach she maintained even in the final days before the exam. Read more
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: Counselling in 5 rounds
As per the notice, the counselling process will be conducted in five rounds, with seat allotments released at different stages based on candidate preferences, ranks and availability of seats.
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: What after seat is allotted in counselling?
In each round of counselling, candidates who are allotted a seat at any participating NLU can choose between the ‘Freeze’, ‘Float’ or ‘Exit’ options. To confirm a seat under the ‘Freeze’ option in any of the five counselling rounds, candidates must pay the prescribed non-refundable confirmation fee within the given timeline. Failure to complete the required formalities may result in forfeiture of the allotted seat.
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: Documents required
Candidates must keep scanned copies of the required documents ready for upload during the admissions counselling process. Items marked as mandatory are required for completing admission formalities. Here’s a list asper the official notice:
–Class 10 statement of marks
–Class 12 statement of marks
–CLAT 2026 admit card
–LL.B./B.L./Equivalent degree statement of marks (for PG candidates only)
–Character/Conduct certificate from the last educational institution attended
–Transfer/Migration certificate from the last educational institution attended
–Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC, if applicable)
–PwD/SAP certificate (if applicable)
–Domicile/Residence certificate (if applicable)
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: CLAT counselling schedule
Particulars: Dats
Registration for admissions counselling (including payment of counselling registration fee): 6 pm, December 16, 2025 to 10 pm, December 27, 2025
Publication of first allotment list (first round begins): January 7, 2026 at 10 am
Payment of confirmation fee and admission by NLUs for first allotment list: January 7, 2026 (10 am) to January 15, 2026 (1 pm)
Publication of second allotment list (second round begins): January 22, 2026 at 10 am
Payment of confirmation fee and admission by NLUs for second allotment list: January 22, 2026 (10 am) to January 29, 2026 (1 pm)
Publication of third allotment list (third round begins): February 5, 2026 at 10 am
Payment of confirmation fee and admission by NLUs for third allotment list: February 5, 2026 (10 am) to February 12, 2026 (1 pm)
Payment of university fee by candidates who chose Freeze option in first three rounds: April 24, 2026 by 5 pm
Publication of fourth allotment list (fourth round begins): May 2, 2026 at 10 am
Payment of confirmation fee and admission by NLUs for fourth allotment list: May 2, 2026 (10 am) to May 8, 2026 (1 pm)
Publication of fifth and final allotment list (fifth round begins): May 15, 2026 at 10 am
Payment of confirmation fee and admission by NLUs for fifth allotment list: May 15, 2026 (10 am) to May 20, 2026 (1 pm)
Payment of university fee by candidates who chose Freeze option in fourth and fifth rounds: As notified by respective NLUs
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: Counselling registration rounds
The counselling process will be conducted in five rounds, with seat allotments released at different stages based on candidate preferences, ranks and availability of seats.
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: How to check and download scorecards
Here's a step by step guide to check and download result scorecards:
Step 1: Visit the official website of the Consortium of NLUs.
Step 2: Click on the CLAT 2026 candidate login link.
Step 3: Enter your registered mobile number or application ID and password.
Step 4: Log in to access your CLAT 2026 dashboard.
Step 5: Download and save the CLAT 2026 scorecard for future reference.
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: How many candidates took CLAT this year?
A total of 92,344 candidates applied for the examination and this year there is an increase of 17% more applications. Among them, 75,009 candidates registered for the Undergraduate (UG) programme, while 17,335 candidates applied for the Postgraduate (PG) programme. The overall male–female ratio stands at approximately 0.72:1, a statement from the Consortium said.
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: When was CLAT exam held?
CLAT 2026 was held on December 7 across 156 centres in 25 states, 93 cities, and 4 Union Territories.
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: How many candidates took CLAT this year?
A total of 92,344 candidates applied for the examination and this year there is an increase of 17% more applications. Among them, 75,009 candidates registered for the Undergraduate (UG) programme, while 17,335 candidates applied for the Postgraduate (PG) programme. The overall male–female ratio stands at approximately 0.72:1, a statement from the Consortium said.
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: Multiple revisions announced in CLAT PG 2026 Final Answer Key
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: Final answer key released on official website
In its result notice, the Consortium stated "There is no change in the provisional answer key or to any question published on 10th December 2025. Therefore, the provisional answer key published is considered as final. Accordingly, the evaluation of candidates for the CLAT 2026 UG shall be out of 119 marks"
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: When was the answer key released?
The Consortium had released the provisional answer key and question booklets on December 10. Candidates were given time till December 12 to raise objections against the answer key.
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: Is answer key out?
Yes, CLAT 2025 provisional answer key is out.
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: CLAT UG marking scheme
CLAT UG total marks: 120
Right Answer: 1 mark
Wrong Answer: - 0.25 mark
There will be no deductions for unanswered questions.
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: How many candidates took CLAT this year?
A total of 92,344 candidates applied for the examination and this year there is an increase of 17% more applications. Among them, 75,009 candidates registered for the Undergraduate (UG) programme, while 17,335 candidates applied for the Postgraduate (PG) programme. The overall male–female ratio stands at approximately 0.72:1, a statement from the Consortium said.
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: When was CLAT exam held?
CLAT 2026 was held on December 7 across 156 centres in 25 states, 93 cities, and 4 Union Territories.
CLAT Result 2026 Live Updates: What is the official website to check CLAT 2026 result?
The official website to check and download the CLAT 2026 result is consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
CLAT 2024 result was released on December 10 at consortiumofnlus.ac.in. (Express Photo by Tashi Tobgyal/ representative)
Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is a national level entrance exam that is held every year for admission to undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programmes. A total of 22 national law universities across the countries accept CLAT score.
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