Suparna Podder
Content Writer | Updated on - Aug 1, 2025

Previous year approximately 60,000 test-takers took the CLAT 2025 exam, following 62,106 appeared in 2024 and 59,443 in 2023. CLAT 2026 registration is now open, aspirants must register to secure admission to 24 NLUs.

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The Consortium of NLUs started the online application process for CLAT 2026, the national-level law entrance exam. Prospective candidates must register by October 31, 2025 on the official website to secure admission to 24 National Law Universities and other participating institutes.

 

Direct Link: CLAT 2026 Registration Window (Open)

 

The pen-and-paper based CLAT 2026 exam will be held on December 07, 2025 from 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM. Only candidates who complete their registration by the deadline will receive CLAT admit card for the national law entrance test.

What is the Procedure of CLAT 2026 Registration?

 Eligible candidates must check the following CLAT 2026 application process to apply:

  • Step 1: Visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in
  • Step 2: Click 'New Registration' and create your account using a valid mobile number and email address.
  • Step 3: Log in and input your personal details, academic details and contact information into the designated fields to complete the application form.
  • Step 4: Verify all entered information before final submission.
  • Step 5: Pay the application fee online via secured payment gateways.
  • Step 6: Download and take a printout of the confirmation page for your record.

What are CLAT Application Fees 2026?

Check the following CLAT 2026 registration fee, and make payment accordingly:

CLAT Application Fees 2026
CategoryStandard FeeFee with Question Papers
General/OBC/NRI/PIO/OCI/PWDINR 4,000INR 4,500
SC/ST/BPL CandidatesINR 3,500INR 4,000

What is the Eligibility Needed for CLAT 2026 Registration?

Check the following CLAT 2026 eligibility requirement:

  • To be eligible for CLAT 2026 UG program, candidates must have completed 10+2 or equivalent with minimum 45% aggregate marks and 40% for SC/ST categories.
  • For CLAT PG 2026, applicants must possess an LL.B degree 3-year/5-year with minimum 50% aggregate marks and 45% for SC/ST categories, with no age restriction, final-year students appearing for 2026 exams may also apply.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ans: Candidates must upload these following scanned documents during CLAT 2026 registration:

  • Recent passport-sized photo
  • Signature
  • Valid ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)
  • Category certificate (If applicable)
  • PwD certificate (If applicable)
  • Domicile certificate (For state quota)

Ans: Candidates must ensure all uploaded documents needed for CLAT 2026 application, meet these following specifications:

CLAT 2026: Document Specifications
DocumentMaximum SizeFile Format
Passport Photograph500 KBJPG/JPEG
Signature100 KBJPG/JPEG
State Domicile Certificate2 MBPDF

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