CLAT 2026 admit card is expected by 22 Nov, with the exam scheduled for 7 Dec

The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) is expected to release the CLAT 2026 Admit Card around November 22, 2025. This is the final and most crucial step before the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT), scheduled for December 7, 2025. The hall ticket, which is mandatory for entry, must be downloaded from the official website, consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Candidates are advised to keep their application number and password ready for immediate access. This exam is the sole gateway to \mathbf{26} National Law Universities (NLUs) and numerous affiliate colleges for five-year LLB and LLM programs.

The release of the CLAT 2026 Admit Card is the most anticipated pre-exam event for thousands of law aspirants across India. The Consortium of NLUs typically issues the hall ticket approximately 10 to 14 days before the examination date. Given the official exam date of December 7, 2025, the admit card is tentatively expected to be released as early as November 22, 2025.

​Candidates whose applications were successfully submitted and accepted must download this document, as a printed copy, along with a valid photo ID, is mandatory for entry to the test center. The admit card will not be sent via postal mail or email.

​Step-by-Step Guide to Download CLAT 2026 Admit Card:

• ​Visit the Official Portal: Go to the Consortium of NLUs official website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
• ​Access the CLAT 2026 Link: Click on the dedicated CLAT 2026 portal link (usually located on the top right or center of the homepage).
• ​Login Credentials: Log in to your registered account using your: 
  • ​Registered Mobile Number or Application Number
  • ​Password
• ​Download and Verify: Once logged in, click on the "Download Admit Card" tab. The PDF document will appear on your screen.
• ​Print Immediately: Download and print at least two copies of the admit card. Ensure the print quality is high and all details are visible.

​Critical Details to Verify:

​Upon downloading, aspirants must meticulously check the following information printed on their CLAT 2026 Admit Card. Any discrepancy must be reported to the Consortium helpdesk immediately.

• ​Candidate’s Name, Photograph, and Signature
• ​CLAT 2026 Roll Number and Application Number
• ​Date and Time of the Exam: December 7, 2025 (typically 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM)
• ​Allotted CLAT Exam Centre Name and Address
• ​Reporting Time and Exam Day Instructions

​ Final Prep Strategy: Less than Three Weeks to Go

​With the exam just over two weeks away, the focus must shift entirely from learning new concepts to intense revision, practice, and building exam-day stamina. The CLAT 2026 exam will be held in offline (pen-and-paper) mode and tests comprehension and reasoning skills across five sections.

• ​Exam Pattern Re-Cap: The UG-CLAT 2026 is a 2-hour test consisting of 120 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). 
  • ​Marking Scheme: +1 mark for every correct answer and a negative marking of -0.25 for every incorrect answer.
• ​Sectional Weightage & Focus:
  • ​Legal Reasoning: (approx 25% weightage) Focus on practice of passage-based questions and application of legal principles.
  • ​Current Affairs including GK: (approx 25% weightage) Intensive revision of news from the past year, especially since January 2025.
  • ​English Language, Logical Reasoning: (approx 40% weightage combined) Focus on passage comprehension, critical reasoning, and argument structure.
  • ​Quantitative Techniques: (approx 10% weightage) Practicing 10th-standard level Data Interpretation sets.
• ​Mock Test Intensity: Aspirants should aim to take a full-length mock test every day under strict timed conditions (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM). Detailed analysis of each mock test, focusing on weak areas and time management, is the key to maximizing the final score.

​ CLAT 2026: The Gateway to 26 NLUs and Affiliates

​The CLAT 2026 examination is the single point of entry for admission to the undergraduate (B.A. LL.B./B.B.A. LL.B. Hons.) and postgraduate (LL.M.) programs offered by the National Law Universities (NLUs) in India. A high CLAT rank is essential for securing a seat in top-tier NLUs, often referred to as the 'Ivy League' of Indian legal education.

• ​Top Participating NLUs: The consortium includes top-ranked law schools, such as: 
  • ​NLSIU Bengaluru (National Law School of India University)
  • ​NALSAR Hyderabad (National Academy of Legal Studies and Research)
  • ​WBNUJS Kolkata (The West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences)
  • ​NLIU Bhopal (National Law Institute University)
• ​Affiliate University Acceptance: Beyond the NLUs, over private and affiliated universities across India, including top private law schools, also accept CLAT scores for their admissions process, significantly expanding the career opportunities for test-takers.
• ​Counselling Process: The CLAT selection process culminates in a centralised counselling session conducted by the Consortium of NLUs, where seats are allocated based on CLAT rank, category, and the candidates’ preference order for the NLUs. A better CLAT score directly translates to a better choice of institution.

​Conclusion

​The tentative release of the CLAT 2026 Admit Card around November 22, 2025, marks the final countdown to the highly competitive exam on December 7, 2025. Law aspirants must prioritize downloading the mandatory hall ticket from consortiumofnlus.ac.in and verify all details immediately. With the clock ticking, this short period must be strategically dedicated to full-length mock tests and comprehensive revision of the passage-based sections, ensuring readiness for the examination that will shape the next five years of their legal education and future career.

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