The Consortium of NLUs was released CLAT2026 result on its official portal for CLAT Exam on 16 December 2025. Candidates can check their scores online by logging in with their application number and date of birth. The result will be available in the form of a scorecard that candidates must download for counselling and admission.

The result will display essential details such as the candidate's name, roll number, category, section-wise scores, overall marks, and ranks. It will also highlight both the All India Rank and the category rank of each candidate for clarity.

In case of tie in scores, the consortium will follow a set of tie-breaking rules to assign ranks fairly. CLAT 2026 merit list will be published along with the result to shortlist candidates for the counselling round.

The consortium will later announce CLAT cutoff during seat allotment, which will decide admission to different NLUs. Candidates can compare their result with past cutoffs to estimate their chances of securing a seat.

If any error appears in the published CLAT result, candidates will have the option to file a grievance online. The committee will verify the issue and update the corrected scorecard if the claim is valid.

How to Check CLAT UG Results 2026?

Candidates will be able to access their CLAT 2026 results online through the Consortium's official website. Follow these steps to download the scorecard:

• Step 1: Browse the official website of the Consortium of NLUs at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
• Step 2: Click on the result link to open the login window.
• Step 3: Enter your CLAT application number 2026 or admit card number along with your date of birth.
• Step 4: Log in successfully to view your scorecard on the screen.
• Step 5: Download the result and take at least two printouts for future reference during counselling and admission.

Details Mentioned in CLAT UG Scorecard 2026

CLAT 2026 scorecard will display several important details. Candidates must go through them carefully to ensure accuracy:

• Candidate's Name: The full name of the applicant as recorded in the application.
• Father's Name: The name of the candidate's father for identification purposes.
• Roll Number: The unique number allotted to the candidate for the exam.
• Application Number: The reference number generated at the time of CLAT registration.
• Category: The category selected in the application form such as General, OBC, SC, ST, etc.
• CLAT Scores: Section-wise and overall marks obtained in the exam.
• All India Rank (AIR): The nationwide rank based on total marks secured.
• Category Rank: The position of the candidate among applicants belonging to the same category.

CLAT UG Tie-Breaking Rule 2026

If two or more candidates obtain the same score in CLAT UG exam, the Consortium will apply the following tie-breaking rules to decide their rank:

• Candidates who secure higher marks in the Legal Aptitude section will be ranked above others with the same overall score.
• If the Legal Aptitude scores are identical, preference in the merit list will be given to the older candidate.
• When both total marks and age remain identical, the system will conduct a computerized draw of lots to allocate the final rank fairly.

CLAT UG Merit List 2026

The Consortium of NLUs will release separate CLAT 2026 merit lists for UG and PG programmes after announcing the results. The list will be prepared based on the marks scored by candidates, and those with higher scores will be placed higher in rank. It will mention details such as All India Rank (AIR), roll number, and total marks. Only candidates whose names appear on the merit list can take part in the CLAT 2026 counselling process for admission to NLUs. Candidates can check the CLAT 2026 merit list by following these steps:

• Step 1: Browse the official website of the CLAT Consortium.
• Step 2: Click on the link for CLAT 2026 merit list available on the website.
• Step 3: Search for your name or roll number in the list.
• Step 4: After checking, download the merit list and take a printout for future use.

CLAT UG Cutoff 2026

The Consortium will release CLAT 2026 cutoff during counselling and seat allotment. It indicates the minimum score or rank needed for admission to an NLU. For the UG programme, cutoffs will be issued separately for each NLU in the form of closing ranks.

After the results are declared, candidates can compare their marks and rank with the previous year's cutoffs to estimate their chances of admission. Past cutoff trends act as a useful reference to understand the expected cutoff for the current year.

CLAT UG Result Trends

CLAT result trends show changing candidate strength, top scores, and the NLU with the highest cutoff over the years:

What's After CLAT UG Result 2026?

After CLAT 2026 results are announced, the admission process will move forward through centralized counselling conducted by the Consortium of NLUs. Candidates shortlisted in this stage will be considered for admission to UG and PG law courses in participating institutions.

• CLAT Counselling: The Consortium will invite candidates for counselling in a ratio of five times the total number of seats available in each category. A list of eligible candidates will be published on the official website before the start of the registration process.
• CLAT Cutoff: During seat allotment, the Consortium will also release the cutoff marks and ranks. These cutoffs represent the minimum score or rank required for admission into the 5-year integrated LLB and one-year LLM programmes.

CLAT UG Last Year's Toppers

CLAT UG 2026 toppers list will be published after the results are announced. Meanwhile, candidates can refer to CLAT UG 2025 toppers list given below:

CLAT UG Result 2026: Grievance Redressal

If you find any discrepancy in your CLAT 2026 result, you can raise a grievance with the Consortium of National Law Universities (CNLU). The process requires candidates to follow some specific steps on the official portal to ensure their issue is addressed. The steps to submit a grievance against CLAT 2026 result:

• Step 1: Visit the official CLAT 2026 result portal at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
• Step 2: Log in using your registered email ID/mobile number and password.
• Step 3: Choose the option labeled "Submit Grievance."
• Step 4: Enter the details of the grievance clearly, such as discrepancies in marks, rank, or scorecard.
• Step 5: Attach valid evidence and required documents to support your claim.
• Step 6: Press the "Submit" button to finalize the grievance submission.

Once your grievance is successfully submitted, the committee will review it, and if found valid, they may rectify the error and issue a corrected scorecard or rank.