CLAT 2026

The time has come for candidates to fulfill their dreams of a career in law. The date for CLAT 2026 has been announced. The CLAT examination will be held on December 3, 2026. Candidates can enroll in undergraduate LLB and postgraduate LL.M courses. Admission to National Law University and 40 other universities requires a written examination. All candidates must take the Common Law Admission Test 2026.

CLAT 2026 online registration will begin in the first week of May 2026. The application window will close in the last week of November 2026. Interested candidates can participate in the application process once it opens.

CLAT 2026 Exam

As mentioned, applications for CLAT 2026 will begin in May 2026. According to the latest decision from the Consortium of National Law Universities (NALSAR) in Hyderabad, the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) will be conducted in offline mode from 2026. The exam will feature objective-type questions. You can find the important dates in the table below. Further CLAT examination details are available on the official website.

Eligibility Criteria

CLAT 2026 Undergraduate LLB

• Candidates must have secured 45% marks in the 12th standard.
• SC/ST candidates should have 40% marks in the 12th standard.
• Candidates appearing for their 12th examination in 2027 can also apply.
• Candidates must provide proof of passing the 12th standard. Failure to do so will result in the cancellation of the application by the National Law University.

CLAT 2026 Post Graduate LLM

• Candidates with an LLB / Five-Year Integrated LLB (Hons.) / Equivalent Degree should have 55% marks.
• SC/ST candidates should have 50% marks.
• Candidates appearing for their final year examination can also apply.
• Candidates must provide proof of passing. Otherwise, the National Law University will cancel the application.

Age Limit

In 2017, the Supreme Court dismissed an attempt to introduce age limits to the Bar Council. Candidates of all ages can apply for the examination. CLAT 2026 has no upper age limit.

CLAT 2026 Application Form

CLAT 2026 applications will start in May 2026. Candidates can apply by visiting the official CLAT website. Applications are accepted online only; submissions through any other means are invalid. Candidates must fill in all necessary information carefully and pay the application fee. Any application without the fee will be considered incomplete.

The official website is http://clat.ac.in/.

How to Apply for CLAT 2026

1. Visit the website clat.ac.in.
2. Click on the 'CLAT 2026' link on the homepage.
3. Fill out the required information and submit the application form.
4. You will receive a unique registration number and password for future login.
5. Take a printout of the submitted form for your records.

Application Process

Applications for CLAT exams are filled online only. Go to the website and register with your email ID and phone number. After logging in with your credentials, fill in the application form with personal details, educational information, and parents' names. Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photo, signature, and required documents in PDF format. Read all instructions carefully before proceeding. Payment of the application fee can be made via Net banking or offline mode through a bank challan. No changes can be made to the application after submission.

Exam Pattern

CLAT 2026 Undergraduate LLB

• Duration: 2 hours
• Question Type: Objective
• Marks per Question: 1
• Total Questions: 200
• Negative Marking: Yes, 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
• Total Score: 200

CLAT 2026 Post Graduate LLM

• Duration: 2 hours
• Question Type: Objective
• Marks per Question: 1
• Total Questions: 150
• Negative Marking: Yes, 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
• Total Score: 150

CLAT 2026 Admit Card

The Admit Card will be available for download about a week before the exam on the official website. Candidates need their registration number and password to download it. A printout of the Admit Card is mandatory for entry into the examination hall.

CLAT 2026 Result

The result is tentatively scheduled for upload in the first week of January 2027. Candidates can check their results by entering their roll number and password on the official website. A common merit list will also be released. Counseling will commence after the result declaration for the admission process to National Law University and 40 other prestigious universities.

Other Law Exams

Law offers excellent career prospects with good salaries in both government and private sectors. Admission to top law colleges requires clearing entrance examinations. Millions of candidates prepare for exams like CLAT, AILET, LSAT, and AIBE each year.

Here are important Law Entrance Exams other than CLAT:

LSAT 2026 (Law School Admission Test)

Organized by the US-based Law School Admission Council (LSAC), this international exam is for admission to graduate and postgraduate law programs. Over 80 law colleges in India accept LSAT scores. The test covers analytical reasoning, logical reasoning, and reading comprehension.

• Application Start: First week of October {{previous-year}}
• Last Date for Registration: First week of May 2026
• Admit Card Download: Second week of May 2026
• Examination Date: Third week of May 2026
• Result Declaration: June 2026

AIBE 2026 (All India Bar Examination)

This national-level exam is organized by the Bar Council of India for law degree holders. Passing the AIBE grants the 'Certificate of Practice'. The exam consists of 100 objective-type questions over 3 hours and 30 minutes, with no negative marking. It is conducted in 11 different languages. Dates for AIBE-2026 will be announced shortly.

AILET 2026 (All India Law Entrance Test)

Organized by National Law University, Delhi, this exam is for admission to the 5-year BA LLB (Hons.) program. Many law colleges and universities accept AILET scores.

• Notification Date: First week of January 2026
• Application Start: First week of January 2026
• Application Deadline: First week of April 2026
• Admit Card Download: Second week of April 2026
• Exam Date: May 5, 2026