CLAT Application Process 2026 has started. Aspiring candidates can now fill out the application form. The deadline to submit the form for the CLAT 2026 exam is October 31, 2025.

Registration for the CLAT 2026 exam has now officially begun. The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) is accepting applications on their website, consortiumofnlus.ac.in. If you want to take the CLAT 2026 exam, you must complete your application by the deadline of October 31, 2025.
The application process involves several steps, including online registration, filling in your personal and educational details, selecting your preferred exam centers, and providing reservation information. The application fee is INR 4,000 for the general category and INR 3,500 for candidates in the SC, ST, and BPL categories.
Top 10 National Law Universities (NLUs) in India
A list of the top 10 National Law Universities (NLUs) in India, which are highly sought after by law aspirants for their quality education and reputation are given below for CLAT 2026 preferences:
| Rank | NLU Name |
| 1 | National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru |
| 2 | National Academy of Legal Studies and Research (NALSAR), Hyderabad |
| 3 | The West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences (WBNUJS), Kolkata |
| 4 | National Law University, Jodhpur (NLUJ) |
| 5 | Gujarat National Law University (GNLU), Gandhinagar |
| 6 | Hidayatullah National Law University (HNLU), Raipur |
| 7 | National Law University Odisha (NLUO), Cuttack |
| 8 | Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University (RMLNLU), Lucknow |
| 9 | Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL), Patiala |
| 10 | National University of Advanced Legal Studies (NUALS), Kochi |
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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.
New Rules for JEE Main 2026 Exam Centre Selection
Candidates can select up to four exam cities based on preference.
New rule: Cities must be from your Permanent or Present Address state.
NTA will allot the nearest available centres based on Permanent Address.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ans: Yes, the CLAT 2026 registration has started. You can apply online on the Consortium of NLUs website until October 31, 2025. The exam is scheduled for December 7, 2025.
Ans: Yes, you can. The CLAT application form allows you to save your information as you go. You can log out and return later to continue where you left off. The application is only complete after you have paid the fee and submitted the form. You can also log back in and edit your details while the application window is still open.
Ans: To correctly apply for the CLAT 2026 exam, you should:
- Gather all required documents beforehand, including your mark sheets, photo, signature, and ID proofs, in the specified formats and sizes.
- Register early on the official website, consortiumofnlus.ac.in, to secure your preferred exam center.
- Save your progress regularly while filling out the form.
- Double-check all your details carefully before making the final payment, as changes may not be allowed later.
- Download and save the confirmation page after submission, as it is required for accessing your admit card.
Ans: When applying for CLAT 2026, you should avoid these common mistakes:
- Waiting until the last minute to register, as the website may become slow.
- Using old or incorrect information from previous applications.
- Ignoring the official CLAT instructions and notifications, as they may contain important updates.
- Assuming your preferred exam center is guaranteed, as they are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Failing to use the correction window if you need to make changes after submission.
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