The **Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 results** have been announced. The **Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs)** released the results on **December 16, 2025**. Students who took the CLAT exam on **December 07, 2025**, can now download their scorecards from the official website, **consortiumofnlus.ac.in**.
CLAT is a national-level entrance exam for admission to undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programmes offered by various National Law Universities across India. Candidates need their Roll Number and Date of Birth to check their results.
Key Dates for CLAT 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Date | August 01, 2025 |
| Online Application Start | August 01, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | October 31, 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | October 31, 2025 |
| Admit Card Available | November 22, 2025 |
| Exam Date | December 07, 2025 |
| Answer Key Date | December 10, 2025 |
| Result Date | December 16, 2025 |
How to Check Your CLAT 2026 Result
Follow these simple steps to download your CLAT 2026 scorecard:
- Go to the official CLAT website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in .
- Look for the link that says “CLAT Result 2026” or “Download Scorecard” and click it.
- Enter your **Roll Number** or **Application Number**.
- Enter your **Date of Birth**.
- Click on the “Submit” button.
- Your CLAT 2026 result and scorecard will appear on the screen.
- Download and save a copy. You can also print it for future use.
CLAT 2026 Eligibility Details
To apply for CLAT 2026, candidates must meet certain education requirements:
| Course Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| UG (BA LLB, BBA LLB, etc.) | Candidates must have passed or be appearing for their **12th Grade (Intermediate) Exam** from any recognized board in India. They need at least **45% marks** (for General/OBC/EWS categories) or **40% marks** (for SC/ST categories). |
| PG (LLM) | Candidates must have an **LLB Degree** from any recognized university in India. They need at least **55% marks** (for General/OBC/EWS categories) or **50% marks** (for SC/ST categories). Both passed and appearing candidates are eligible. |
Application Fee and Age Limit
The application fee for CLAT 2026 was:
- For General, OBC, EWS candidates: **₹4,000/-**
- For SC, ST candidates: **₹3,500/-**
Fees could be paid online using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or offline through E-Challan.
There is **no maximum age limit** to apply for CLAT 2026 for both UG and PG courses. Candidates should refer to the official CLAT 2026 Notification for complete details.
CLAT 2026 Selection Process
The selection of candidates for admission through CLAT 2026 involves these main stages:
- **Written Exam:** This is the Common Law Admission Test itself.
- **Counselling:** After results, eligible candidates participate in counselling based on their ranks.
- **Document Verification:** Selected candidates must verify their original documents.
Universities Accepting CLAT Scores
CLAT scores are accepted by **26 National Law Universities (NLUs)** across India. Some of these top universities include:
- NLSIU Bengaluru
- NALSAR Hyderabad
- NLIU Bhopal
- WBNUJS Kolkata
- NLU Jodhpur
- GNLU Gandhinagar
- RMLNLU Lucknow
- CNLU Patna
For a full list of all participating National Law Universities, candidates should check the official CLAT 2026 notification.
Students are advised to regularly visit the official CLAT website for the latest updates and details regarding counselling and admission procedures.