CLAT Eligibility Criteria 2026

CLAT topics

Educational qualification
Candidates must have completed 10+2 (or equivalent) from a recognized board.

Minimum marks required

General / OBC / EWS candidates: 45% aggregate marks
SC / ST candidates: 40% aggregate marks

Students appearing for Class 12 (2026)
Eligible to apply, but admission is subject to submission of final marksheets by the date specified by the Consortium.

Age limit
No upper age limit for appearing in CLAT.

Nationality
Open to Indian nationals, NRIs, NRI-sponsored candidates, and foreign nationals as per individual NLU policies.

Always verify the latest rules in the official CLAT notification before you register.