The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) for admission into Undergraduate (LLB) and Postgraduate (LLM) law programs at top NLUs across India. It’s one of the most competitive law entrance exams, offering admission to 22+ NLUs and other top private law schools that accept CLAT scores. Common Law Admission.
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🗓️ CLAT 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Out | 01 August 2025 |
| Starting Date | 01 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 November 2025 (11:59 PM) (Extended) |
| Exam Date | 07 December 2025 |
| Admit Card | Available Soon |
💰 Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹4000/- |
| NRI / PIO / OCI | ₹4000/- |
| SC / ST / BPL / PH | ₹3500/- |
| Payment Mode | Online Mode |
🎓 Age Limit Details
- Age Limit: No age restriction for CLAT 2026.
- Candidates of any age who meet educational criteria can apply.
🧾 Selection Process
- CLAT Admission Test (Written Exam)
- Counseling Round
- Fee Payment & Final Admission
📘 Qualification Details
| Course Name | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Legislative Law (LLB) – 5 Years | 12th Passed with minimum 45% marks (SC/ST/PH: 40%) |
| Master of Law (LLM) – 1 Year | LLB Degree with 50% marks (SC/ST/PH: 45%) |
🧩 Exam Pattern (UG – LLB)
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English (Comprehension) | 28-32 | 28-32 |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 35-39 | 35-39 |
| Legal Reasoning | 35-39 | 35-39 |
| Logical Reasoning | 28-32 | 28-32 |
| Quantitative Techniques | 13-17 | 13-17 |
| Total | 150 | 150 Marks |
🕒 Duration: 2 Hours
❌ Negative Marking: -0.25 marks per wrong answer
📜 Exam Pattern (PG – LLM)
| Section | Type | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Constitutional Law | Objective | 60 |
| Other Law Subjects (Jurisprudence, Contracts, Torts, etc.) | Objective | 60 |
| Total | 120 Questions | 120 Marks |
🧠 CLAT 2026 Syllabus Highlights
For UG Course (LLB):
- English Comprehension
- Current Affairs (National & International)
- Legal Aptitude
- Logical & Analytical Reasoning
- Elementary Mathematics
For PG Course (LLM):
- Constitutional Law
- Jurisprudence
- Criminal Law
- International Law
- Administrative & Family Law
📍 Participating National Law Universities (NLUs)
- NLSIU, Bengaluru
- NALSAR, Hyderabad
- NLU, Delhi
- NLU, Jodhpur
- WBNUJS, Kolkata
- HNLU, Raipur
- GNLU, Gandhinagar
- RMLNLU, Lucknow
- RGNUL, Patiala
- CNLU, Patna
(and many more…)
🔗 Important Links
| Content Type | Issued On | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Fill Online Form | 01/08/2025 | Click Here |
| Date Extend Notice | 31/10/2025 | Click Here |
| Full Notification | 01/08/2025 | Click Here |
| UG Exam Syllabus | 01/08/2025 | Click Here |
| PG Exam Pattern | 01/08/2025 | Click Here |
| Official Website | 01/08/2025 | Click Here |
💬 FAQs on Common Law Admission Test 2026
Q1. What is the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT)?
CLAT is a national-level entrance exam for admission to undergraduate (LLB) and postgraduate (LLM) programs at National Law Universities (NLUs) in India. Common Law Admission.
Q2. Who conducts the CLAT exam?
It is conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs). Common Law Admission
Q3. What is the qualification required for CLAT 2026?
For LLB, candidates must have passed 12th with at least 45% marks. For LLM, candidates must hold an LLB degree.
Q4. Is there any age limit for CLAT 2026?
No, there is no age limit for CLAT 2026.
Q5. How can I apply for CLAT 2026?
You can apply online through the official CLAT website by filling out the form and paying the application fee.
