The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) has officially released the CLAT 2026 third merit list today, February 25, 2026. Available at consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Check out more details below.

The round 3 allotment is part of a five-stage counseling process for students seeking admission into 5-Year Integrated Law Programmes. Qualified candidates appearing on the rank list have until 1 PM on March 6, 2026, to exercise their "freeze" or "float" options and must ensure all required documents are ready for the admission formalities.
Regarding the counselling fee, those who do not secure a seat will receive a 100% refund. Those who exit the process after allotment or are found ineligible will receive a refund after specific deductions, including a INR 5,000 charge for ineligibility. The CLAT 2026 admission process continues through five initial rounds and a potential mop-up round for any remaining vacant seats. Must follow the next steps for seat acceptance or upgrades as per the official NLU allotment schedule if you are selected.
How to Check Your CLAT 2026 Third Allotment Status?
To access your CLAT 2026 seat allotment result, follow these refined steps on the official portal:
- Step 1: Visit the Official Portal: consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
- Step 2: Log in to the CLAT 2026 dashboard using your registered mobile number and password.
- Step 3: Locate the "Third Allotment List" link on your candidate profile to see if you have been assigned a seat.
- Step 4: Save a copy of your allotment letter or result page for your records and for the upcoming physical verification.
Direct link: CLAT 2026 Third Provisional Merit Allotment List (Out) |

consortiumofnlus.ac.in/clat-2026/third-list.html
Key Information in the CLAT 2026 Seat Allotment List
The official CLAT 2026 seat allotment list will contain the following essential details:
- Your Name
- All India Rank (AIR)
- Category Status
- Identification Numbers
CLAT 2026: Next Steps and Procedures
Check what your next plan should be if you made it to the CLAT 2026 allotment list or not:
If Your Name is on the CLAT 2026 Merit List
If your name is on the list, you must act before the deadline. Ignoring this will lead to the automatic cancellation of your seat.
- Select Your Option:
- Freeze: Choose this to lock in your allotted NLU and exit further rounds.
- Float: Secure your current seat while remaining eligible for an upgrade to a higher-preference NLU in future rounds.
- Exit: Withdraw completely from the CLAT 2026 admission process and forfeit your seat.
- Pay Confirmation Fee: If you select Freeze or Float, you must pay a non-refundable fee of INR 20,000 online by the deadline.
- Document Upload: Upload scanned copies of your 10th/12th marksheets, CLAT admit card, scorecard, and relevant category certificates for verification.
If Your Name is NOT on the CLAT 2026 Merit List
If your name did not appear in the second merit list, your participation in the process continues automatically.
- Wait for Round 4: You will be considered for the Fourth Allotment List, scheduled for release on May 2, 2026.
- Refund Security: If you remain unallotted after the final fifth round on May 15, 2026, the Consortium will provide a full refund of your registration fee.
To check the NLU-specific cut-offs for 2026 after logging into the "Third Provisional Allotment List" select individual National Law Universities (once released) to view the specific category-wise closing ranks. Download these PDFs to compare your All India Rank against the university's admission requirements.
CLAT 2026 Required Documents for Admission
To help you stay organized for the CLAT 2026 admission process, here is the required document checklist:
| Category | Required Document |
| Exam Documents | • CLAT 2026 Application Form (Copy) • CLAT 2026 Admit Card • CLAT 2026 Scorecard • Call Letter issued by CLAT authority |
| Educational Records | • Class 10th Marks-sheet (Date of Birth proof) • Class 12th Marks-sheet |
| Identification | • Recent passport-size photographs |
| Category/Quota | • Caste Certificate (if applicable) • Domicile Certificate (if applicable) • Specially-Abled Certificate (if applicable) |
| NRI Documents | • NRI Certificate (if applicable) • Sponsored NRI Certificate (if applicable) |
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What to Do If JEE Main 2026 Registration Fails?
If your JEE Main 2026 registration fails, act quickly and identify the issue.
- Ensure your Name, DOB & Father's Name match documents.
- Re-upload your photo and signature as per NTA rules.
- Wait 24–48 hours if payment is deducted but form unconfirmed.
- Contact NTA for ongoing technical issues.
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