The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT 2026) is conducted by NLU Odisha for admission to UG (BA LLB) and PG (LLM) law courses across 25+ National Law Universities in India. The application process starts on 01 August 2025, and the exam will be held on 07 December 2025. Eligible candidates can apply online at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
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CLAT 2026 Admission Notification Out – Apply Online
Organized by National Law University Odisha, Cuttack
Common Law Admission Test (CLAT 2026)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 01 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Register | 31 October 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31 October 2025 |
| CLAT 2026 Exam Date | 07 December 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | November 2025 |
- The important dates section outlines the complete schedule for the application process, including when the online form begins and the last date to submit it. Applicants should follow the timeline carefully to ensure they don’t miss any deadlines.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | Rs. 4000/- |
| SC / ST | Rs. 3500/- |
| Payment Mode: Online via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or Wallets | |
Payment Mode: The examination fee can be paid through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
The application process is open to all eligible candidates with any payment requirement, making it accessible for every category.
Age Limit
- No upper age limit for CLAT 2026.
- Age relaxation applicable as per official guidelines.
The age criteria define the minimum and maximum age required to be eligible for the apprenticeship, with applicable relaxation for reserved categories.
Eligibility
Undergraduate (BA LLB Hons.)
- Must have passed 10+2 with minimum 45% marks (40% for SC/ST).
- Both appearing and passed candidates can apply.
Postgraduate (LLM)
- Must hold an LLB degree with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST).
- Appearing candidates are also eligible.
Participating (NLUs)
- NLSIU Bengaluru
- NALSAR Hyderabad
- NLIU Bhopal
- WBNUJS Kolkata
- NLU Jodhpur
- HNLU Raipur
- GNLU Gandhinagar & Silvassa
- RMLNLU Lucknow
- RGNUL Punjab
- CNLU Patna
- NUALS Kochi
- NLUO Odisha
- NUSRL Ranchi
- NLUJA Assam
- DSNLU Visakhapatnam
- TNNLU Tiruchirappalli
- MNLU Mumbai, Nagpur & Aurangabad
- HPNLU Shimla
- DNLU Jabalpur
- DBRANLU Haryana
- NLUT Agartala
- RPNLUP Prayagraj
- IIULER Goa
Selected candidates will receive a stipend as per apprenticeship rules. The selection is based purely on the merit of academic marks without any written exam or interview.
How to Apply
- Visit the official portal: https://consortiumofnlus.ac.in/clat-2026
- Click on “New Registration” and enter your mobile number and email.
- Verify your details through OTP and log in.
- Fill out the application form with your academic and personal info.
- Upload your photo, signature, and any category certificates.
- Pay the fee online and submit the form.
- Download the confirmation page and keep it for future use.
📧 Contact Details
Email: [email protected]
Helpline: 08047162020
Note: Make sure to select your preferred test cities carefully during the registration process.
Important Note: Ensure that your uploaded documents meet the required size and format to avoid application rejection.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here | ||||||||||
| Download Short Notice | Click Here | ||||||||||
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Ans:- CLAT 2026 is a national-level entrance exam for admission to undergraduate (BA LLB) and postgraduate (LLM) law programs offered by 25+ National Law Universities (NLUs) in India.
👉 The CLAT 2026 exam will be held on 07 December 2025.
👉 The last date to complete the online application is 31 October 2025.
👉 General/OBC: Rs. 4000/-
SC/ST: Rs. 3500/-
The fee can be paid through Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
👉 Candidates must have passed or appeared in 10+2 with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST).
👉 Candidates must have completed or appeared in an LLB degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST).
👉 No, there is no upper age limit for either UG or PG programs in CLAT 2026.
👉 Visit the official website https://consortiumofnlus.ac.in/clat-2026, register with your email and mobile, fill out the form, upload documents, and pay the fee.
👉 A total of 25+ NLUs participate in the CLAT admission process, including NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR Hyderabad, and others.
👉 Yes, you can select test cities in order of preference during the online application process.
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