CLAT 2026 Admission Overview
The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 application process has officially begun. Organized by the Consortium of National Law Universities, this national-level entrance exam facilitates admission into undergraduate (BA LLB) and postgraduate (LLM) law programs. The application window opened on 01 August 2025, and candidates have until 31 October 2025 to apply online. The CLAT 2026 exam is scheduled for 07 December 2025. Candidates aspiring to pursue a legal education in India’s top NLUs must complete their registrations within the deadline and meet the required eligibility criteria.
CLAT 2026 Admission Important Dates
Here are the key dates you need to remember for CLAT 2026:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 01 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31 October 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31 October 2025 |
| CLAT 2026 Exam Date | 07 December 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
| Result Declaration | To Be Announced |
CLAT 2026 Application Fee Details
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹4000/- |
| SC / ST | ₹3500/- |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Wallets) |
CLAT 2026 Age Limit
There is no upper or lower age limit prescribed for CLAT 2026.
For more clarification, refer to the official guidelines published by the Consortium of NLUs.
CLAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria
UG (BA LLB) Course:
- Passed 10+2 or equivalent with a minimum of 45% marks (40% for SC/ST candidates).
- Candidates appearing in the qualifying examination in 2025 are also eligible.
PG (LLM) Course:
- Completed LLB or equivalent with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST candidates).
- Final year LLB students can also apply.
CLAT 2026 Admission Process
Here is a breakdown of the steps to fill the CLAT 2026 Online Application Form:
- Visit the official CLAT website: https://consortiumofnlus.ac.in
- Click on the ‘CLAT 2026’ link to register.
- Fill in all required personal, academic, and communication details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents.
- Pay the application fee via online mode.
- Submit the application and take a printout for reference.
Applicants must ensure they complete all steps before 31 October 2025 to avoid disqualification.
Participating NLUs for CLAT 2026
CLAT 2026 admission will allow entry to the following 25+ National Law Universities (NLUs):
- NLSIU Bengaluru
- NALSAR Hyderabad
- NLIU Bhopal
- WBNUJS Kolkata
- NLU Jodhpur
- HNLU Raipur
- GNLU Gandhinagar
- GNLU Silvassa
- RMLNLU Lucknow
- RGNUL Punjab
- CNLU Patna
- NUALS Kochi
- NLUO Odisha
- NUSRL Ranchi
- NLUJA Assam
- DSNLU Visakhapatnam
- TNNLU Tiruchirappalli
- MNLU Mumbai
- MNLU Nagpur
- MNLU Aurangabad
- HPNLU Shimla
- DNLU Jabalpur
- DBRANLU Haryana
- NLUT Agartala
- RPNLUP Prayagraj
- IIULER Goa
These institutions offer integrated BA LLB (Hons) and LLM programs to successful CLAT aspirants.
Important Links for CLAT 2026 Admission
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Check Short Notice | Click Here |
| CLAT Official Website | Click Here |
| Download My Coaching App | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
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