CLAT 2026

Common Law Admission Test (CLAT)

About CLAT 2026

The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is a national-level law entrance examination conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) for admission to 5-year Integrated LLB programs and postgraduate law programs offered by participating National Law Universities across India. CLAT is one of the most competitive law entrance examinations and serves as the primary gateway to premier NLUs. 

Key Highlights

• National-level law entrance examination.
• Conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs).
• Admission to 5-Year Integrated BA LLB, BBA LLB, BCom LLB, BSc LLB, and other law programs.
• Accepted by 24+ National Law Universities.
• Offline (Pen & Paper) examination.
• Objective-type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
• Also accepted by several private law universities and PSUs for recruitment purposes. 

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill the following requirements:

• Must have passed Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent examination from a recognized board.
• Candidates appearing in Class 12 examination in 2026 are also eligible.
• General/OBC/PwD/NRI/PIO/OCI candidates should secure at least 45% marks in the qualifying examination.
• SC/ST candidates should secure at least 40% marks.
• There is no upper age limit for appearing in CLAT. 

Educational Qualification

Exam Pattern

Section-wise Distribution

CLAT 2026 Syllabus

CLAT Syllabus (Tabular Format)

Detailed Subject-wise Syllabus

Important Dates (Tentative)

Note

1. CLAT follows a unique naming convention where the exam held in December is conducted for the following academic session.
2. Candidates should regularly check the official Consortium website for updated dates. 

Counselling Process

The Consortium of NLUs conducts centralized online counselling for admissions to participating National Law Universities.

Counselling Procedure

• Registration for Counselling
• Preference Filling
• Seat Allotment
• Fee Payment
• Document Verification
• Admission Confirmation
• Subsequent Counselling Rounds (if applicable)

Documents Required

• CLAT Admit Card
• CLAT Score Card
• Class 10 Marksheet
• Class 12 Marksheet
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
• Passport Size Photographs

Participating Institutions

• National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru
• NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad
• The West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences (NUJS), Kolkata
• National Law University, Jodhpur
• Gujarat National Law University (GNLU), Gandhinagar
• Other participating NLUs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is CLAT used for?

CLAT is used for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate law programs offered by participating National Law Universities and other law institutions across India. 

2. Is there any age limit for CLAT?

No. There is no upper age limit for appearing in CLAT. 

3. How many questions are asked in CLAT?

CLAT UG consists of 120 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) carrying a total of 120 marks.

4. What is the marking scheme of CLAT?

Candidates receive 1 mark for every correct answer, while 0.25 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer.

5. Which are the top NLUs accepting CLAT scores?

Top NLUs include NLSIU Bengaluru, NALSAR Hyderabad, NUJS Kolkata, NLU Jodhpur, GNLU Gandhinagar, and several other National Law Universities.

Official Website

•  CLAT Portal
• Consortium of NLUs Official Website