The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 is a national-level entrance exam conducted for admission into undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programs offered by 22 National Law Universities (NLUs) across India. The CLAT is one of the most prestigious and competitive law entrance examinations in the country, attracting thousands of aspiring law students each year.

If you're aiming to pursue a career in law and secure a seat in a top-ranked law university, the CLAT 2026 registration window is now open. Here's everything you need to know to successfully complete the application process before the last date — 31st October 2025.

What is CLAT?

The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is an all-India centralized entrance test conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities. It is primarily used for admission to:

• 5-year integrated LLB (UG) programs

• 1-year LLM (PG) programs

The exam tests candidates on subjects like English, Current Affairs, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Techniques (for UG); and Constitutional Law and other law subjects (for PG).

Application Dates:

💰 Application Fee Details

💳 Payment Methods

• Debit Card
• Credit Card
• Internet Banking
• IMPS
• Mobile Wallet / Cash Card

🎯 Age Limit

Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per rules.

📢 Admission Details

How to Fill the CLAT 2026 Application Form – Step-by-Step

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in

2. Register as a New User: Enter basic details like name, email ID, and phone number.

3. Login and Fill Application Form: Enter personal details, academic qualifications, category, and exam preferences.

4. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and certificates (if applicable).

5. Pay Application Fee: Use debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI to pay the fee:

   • General/OBC: ₹4,000

   • SC/ST/PwD: ₹3,500

6. Preview and Submit: Review the form before final submission. Take a printout for future reference.

Key Highlights of CLAT 2026

• Exam Mode: Offline (Pen and Paper)

• Duration: 2 Hours

• Number of Questions (UG): 120 MCQs

• Marking Scheme: +1 for correct, -0.25 for wrong answers

• Counselling: Centralized and online after result declaration

• Seat Allotment: Based on rank, preference, and category

Why Appear for CLAT?

• Access to India’s top NLUs like NLSIU Bengaluru, NALSAR Hyderabad, and NLUD

• Strong career prospects in law firms, judiciary, civil services, and academia

• Exposure to a competitive and challenging academic environment

• Opportunity for scholarships, internships, and international moot court experiences