Common Law Admission Test
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Exam Info
Overview
CLAT (Common Law Admission Test) is a centralized national level entrance test for admission to undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programs at 23 National Law Universities across India. It is one of the most prestigious law entrance exams in the country, conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities. The exam evaluates proficiency in English Language, Current Affairs & GK, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Techniques. At CLATians, we provide comprehensive CLAT coaching designed by legal experts to transform aspirants into successful law professionals.
Eligibility Criteria
Exam Pattern
| # | Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | English Language | 30 | 30 |
| 02 | Current Affairs & GK | 37 | 37 |
| 03 | Legal Reasoning | 37 | 37 |
| 04 | Logical Reasoning | 30 | 30 |
| 05 | Quantitative Techniques | 15 | 15 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
Syllabus
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
Application Form Release | August 2025 (expected) |
Last Date to Apply | October 2025 (expected) |
Admit Card Release | November 2025 (expected) |
CLAT 2026 Exam Date | December 2025 (expected) |
Result Declaration | January 2026 (expected) |
Counselling Begins | January–February 2026 (expected) |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / PWD / NRI / OCI / PIO | ₹4,000 |
| SC / ST / BPL | ₹3,500 |
How to Apply
Visit the official CLAT website (consortiumofnlus.ac.in) and register with your mobile number and email
Fill in your personal details, academic qualifications, and category information in the application form
Upload required documents — passport photo (10–200 KB), signature (4–30 KB), and Class 10 certificate
Pay the application fee online (₹4,000 General / ₹3,500 SC/ST) via debit card, credit card, or net banking
Download and save the confirmation page and application form for future reference
Participating Universities (26)
26 institutions accepting CLAT scores for 2026 admission
| # | University Name |
|---|---|
| 01 | National Law School of India University (NLSIU) 📍 Bengaluru, Karnataka · Est. 1987 |
| 02 | NALSAR University of Law 📍 Hyderabad, Telangana · Est. 1998 |
| 03 | National Law Institute University (NLIU) 📍 Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh · Est. 1997 |
| 04 | The West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences (WBNUJS) 📍 Kolkata, West Bengal · Est. 1999 |
| 05 | National Law University Jodhpur (NLUJ) 📍 Jodhpur, Rajasthan · Est. 1999 |
| 06 | Hidayatullah National Law University (HNLU) 📍 Raipur, Chhattisgarh · Est. 2003 |
| 07 | Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) 📍 Gandhinagar, Gujarat · Est. 2003 |
| 08 | Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University (RMLNLU) 📍 Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh · Est. 2006 |
| 09 | Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL) 📍 Patiala, Punjab · Est. 2006 |
| 10 | Chanakya National Law University (CNLU) 📍 Patna, Bihar · Est. 2006 |
| 11 | National University of Advanced Legal Studies (NUALS) 📍 Kochi, Kerala · Est. 2005 |
| 12 | National Law University Odisha (NLUO) 📍 Cuttack, Odisha · Est. 2008 |
| 13 | National University of Study and Research in Law (NUSRL) 📍 Ranchi, Jharkhand · Est. 2010 |
| 14 | National Law University and Judicial Academy (NLUJA) 📍 Guwahati, Assam · Est. 2009 |
| 15 | Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University (DSNLU) 📍 Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh · Est. 2008 |
| 16 | The Tamil Nadu National Law University (TNNLU) 📍 Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu · Est. 2012 |
| 17 | Maharashtra National Law University Mumbai (MNLU Mumbai) 📍 Mumbai, Maharashtra · Est. 2014 |
| 18 | Maharashtra National Law University Nagpur (MNLU Nagpur) 📍 Nagpur, Maharashtra · Est. 2014 |
| 19 | Maharashtra National Law University Aurangabad (MNLU Aurangabad) 📍 Aurangabad, Maharashtra · Est. 2017 |
| 20 | Himachal Pradesh National Law University (HPNLU) 📍 Shimla, Himachal Pradesh · Est. 2016 |
| 21 | Dharmashastra National Law University (DNLU) 📍 Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh · Est. 2018 |
| 22 | Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Law University (DBRANLU) 📍 Sonipat, Haryana · Est. 2020 |
| 23 | National Law University Tripura (NLUT) 📍 Agartala, Tripura · Est. 2015 |
| 24 | Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University Punjab (RPNLUP) 📍 Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh · Est. 2022 |
| 25 | The National Law University Goa (GNLU Goa) 📍 Silvassa, Goa · Est. 2022 |
| 26 | Indian Institute of Unani Leatherwork and Entrepreneurial Research (IIULER) 📍 Goa · Est. 2023 |
CLATians Preparation Tips
Master the exam framework — thoroughly analyze the CLAT syllabus and understand examination patterns
Implement a disciplined study schedule covering all sections, with extra focus on weak areas
Attempt full-length mock tests regularly to simulate actual exam conditions
Stay current with legal developments — follow daily news and legal judgments
Develop effective time management — master allocation across all 5 sections
Learn from expert mentors at CLATians who provide structured guidance and proven strategies
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