The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) has officially declared the CLAT 2026 Result along with the Final Answer Key PDF on December 16, 2025. Candidates who appeared for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 can now download their scorecards, access the set-wise final answer key, and prepare for the CLAT counselling process, which opens tonight at 9 PM.
This announcement marks a crucial milestone for thousands of aspirants seeking admission to undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programmes offered by NLUs across India.
CLAT 2026 Result & Final Answer Key: Key Highlights
- Exam Name: Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026
- Conducting Body: Consortium of NLUs
- Result Status: Declared
- Final Answer Key: Released
- Official Website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in
- Counselling Registration: Opens tonight at 9 PM
- Exam Date: December 7, 2025
- Mode of Exam: Pen-and-paper (offline)
Candidates are advised to download and securely store their CLAT scorecard and admit card until the completion of the entire admission and counselling process.
CLAT 2026 Result Date & Important Events
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CLAT 2026 Exam Date | December 7, 2025 |
| CLAT 2026 Result Date | December 16, 2025 |
| CLAT 2026 Final Answer Key | December 16, 2025 |
| CLAT 2026 Counselling Registration | Starts December 16, 2025 (9 PM) |
| First Merit List | To be announced |
How to Download CLAT 2026 Final Answer Key PDF
Candidates can follow the steps below to download the CLAT 2026 Final Answer Key:
- Visit the official website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in
- Click on the CLAT 2026 link available on the homepage
- Select CLAT UG Final Answer Key 2026 or CLAT PG Final Answer Key 2026
- Click on the PDF link
- Download and save the answer key for reference
The final answer key has been released after addressing all valid objections raised against the provisional answer key.
How to Download CLAT 2026 Result / Scorecard
The CLAT 2026 scorecard is available only through candidate login. It will not be published elsewhere.
Steps to check CLAT Result 2026:
- Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in
- Click on the CLAT 2026 tab
- Log in using your registered mobile number and password
- Click on View Scorecard
- Download and print the result PDF for future use
Details Mentioned on CLAT 2026 Scorecard
The CLAT scorecard includes the following information:
- Candidate’s name
- Parents’ names
- Roll number and application number
- Marks obtained
- All India Rank (AIR)
- Category rank
- Qualifying status
Any discrepancy in the scorecard details should be immediately reported to the Consortium.
CLAT 2026 Counselling Process: What Candidates Must Know
The CLAT 2026 counselling registration is mandatory for all candidates seeking admission to NLUs. Only registered candidates will be eligible for seat allotment.
Important points:
- Counselling registration opens tonight at 9 PM
- Candidates must fill their NLU preferences carefully
- Seat allotment will be conducted in multiple rounds
- Payment of counselling fee is required to confirm participation
Failure to register within the deadline will lead to disqualification from the admission process, regardless of rank.
CLAT 2026 Cut-Offs & Merit List (Expected)
The Consortium will soon release the CLAT 2026 merit list and opening-closing ranks for participating NLUs. Cut-offs vary based on:
- Candidate category
- NLU preference
- Seat availability
- Exam difficulty level
Top NLUs such as NLSIU Bengaluru, NALSAR Hyderabad, WBNUJS Kolkata, and NLUs at Delhi and Jodhpur generally have higher cut-offs.
CLAT 2026 Exam Statistics
- Registered Candidates: 92,344
- Appeared Candidates: 88,657
- Attendance Rate: Over 96% (UG), 92% (PG)
- Exam Centres: 56 centres
- Cities Covered: 93 cities across 25 states and 4 UTs
The Consortium recorded a 17% increase in registrations compared to the previous year, indicating growing interest in legal education in India.
What After CLAT 2026 Result?
Candidates should now:
- Download the final answer key and scorecard
- Register for CLAT counselling
- Track merit lists and seat allotment rounds
- Keep documents ready for verification
- Monitor official updates regularly
Final Words
The declaration of the CLAT 2026 Result and Final Answer Key brings clarity and closure to one of India’s most competitive law entrance examinations. With counselling registrations opening tonight, candidates must act promptly to secure their chance at admission to premier National Law Universities.
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