CLAT FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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When will CLAT 2026 registration start and end?
The registration window for CLAT 2026 will open on 1 August 2025 and close on 31 October 2025. Candidates should complete their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
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What is the CLAT 2026 exam date?
CLAT 2026 will be held on 7 December 2025 (Sunday) from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm in offline (pen-and-paper) mode.
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Who conducts the CLAT exam?
The Consortium of National Law Universities (CNLU) is responsible for organizing the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) for both undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programs.
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How many NLUs accept CLAT scores?
Currently, 24 National Law Universities (NLUs) across India accept CLAT scores for admission to their integrated law (BA LL.B) and postgraduate (LL.M) programs. Some private universities and public sector organizations also consider CLAT scores for admissions and recruitment.
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What is the mode of the exam?
CLAT 2026 will be conducted in offline mode (pen-and-paper test). Candidates must mark their answers on an OMR sheet.
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What is the eligibility for CLAT UG 2026?
Students must have passed Class 12 or equivalent with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST). Those appearing for their Class 12 exams in 2026 are also eligible to apply.
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What subjects are covered in CLAT UG?
The CLAT UG exam tests candidates in English Language, Current Affairs & General Knowledge, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Techniques.
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What is the exam pattern and marking scheme?
The paper consists of 120 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) to be completed in 2 hours. Each correct answer carries 1 mark, while 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong response.
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When will the admit card be released?
The CLAT 2026 admit card will be available for download on the official website a few weeks before the exam. Candidates should regularly check consortiumofnlus.ac.in for updates.
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How can I stay updated about CLAT announcements?
All official notifications, updates, and results are published on the Consortium of NLUs official website — consortiumofnlus.ac.in.