CLAT 2026 Result Declared at consortiumofnlus.ac.in; Counselling Process Begins

The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 Result has been officially announced by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) on its official website, consortiumofnlus.ac.in.

Candidates who appeared for the CLAT 2026 examination can now check and download their scorecards by logging in with their registered mobile number and password. Along with the result declaration, the Consortium has also initiated the CLAT 2026 counselling process, which is scheduled to begin in December 2026.

CLAT 2026 Result Announced

CLAT is a national-level entrance examination conducted annually for admission to undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programmes offered by participating National Law Universities across India. The declaration of results marks a crucial milestone for aspirants aiming to secure seats in prestigious NLUs for the academic session 2026-27.

CLAT 2026 Result: Key Highlights

The CLAT 2026 result includes important details such as the candidate's name, roll number, category, All India Rank (AIR), sectional scores, total marks, and qualifying status. Based on these ranks, candidates will be considered for admission through the centralized counselling process conducted by the Consortium.

This year, the examination witnessed a large number of aspirants competing for limited seats across UG and PG programmes. The merit list has been prepared based on the final answer key released earlier by the Consortium after considering objections raised by candidates.

How to Check CLAT 2026 Result

Candidates can follow these simple steps to download their CLAT 2026 scorecard:

1. Visit the official website at consortiumofnlus.ac.in

2. Click on the link titled "CLAT 2026 Result"

3. Log in using your registered mobile number and password

4. View your scorecard and rank

5. Download and take a printout for future reference

Candidates are advised to carefully verify all details mentioned on the scorecard and immediately report discrepancies, if any, to the Consortium.

CLAT 2026 Counselling Process

Following the result declaration, the CLAT 2026 counselling process will commence in December 2026. Only candidates who have secured a rank in the merit list will be eligible to participate. The counselling will be conducted in multiple rounds, depending on seat availability and candidate preferences.

During counselling, candidates must:

• Register online for counselling
• Pay the counselling fee
• Fill and lock their NLU preferences
• Upload required documents

Accept, revise, or withdraw allotted seats within the given timeline

Seat allotment will be done based on rank, category, preferences, and seat availability in participating NLUs.

Documents Required for CLAT Counselling

Candidates shortlisted for counselling must keep the following documents ready:

• CLAT 2026 Scorecard
• Class 10 and 12 mark sheets (for UG)
• Graduation mark sheets (for PG)
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• Domicile certificate (if required by NLU)
• Passport-size photographs
• Valid photo ID proof

Failure to submit documents or complete admission formalities within the deadline may lead to cancellation of the allotted seat.

What After Seat Allotment?

Candidates who are allotted a seat must confirm their admission by paying the NLU admission fee and reporting to the respective university as per the schedule. Those not satisfied with their allotment can opt for further rounds, subject to rules laid down by the Consortium.

Important Advice for Candidates

Candidates are strongly advised to regularly check the official website for updates related to counselling schedules, seat allotment rounds, and admission instructions. Since timelines are strict, missing deadlines may result in loss of admission opportunity.

Conclusion

The announcement of the CLAT 2026 Result brings relief and excitement for thousands of law aspirants across the country. With the counselling process beginning in December 2026, candidates should act promptly, stay informed, and complete all formalities carefully to secure admission to their preferred National Law University.