CLAT 2026 Registration and Correction Window Now Closed; Candidates Await Admit Cards for 7 December Exam

The administrative phase for CLAT 2026 is officially over. The Consortium of NLUs closed the final application correction window on November 9, 2025. Attention now shifts entirely to the exam day, scheduled for December 7, 2025. Registered candidates are eagerly awaiting their admit cards, which are expected to be released around November 25, 2025. This article details the steps to download the admit card, outlines the strict exam pattern, and offers last-minute preparation advice for securing a seat in a top National Law University (NLU).

​The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026, the single most critical examination for entry into India's premier National Law Universities (NLUs), is fast approaching. The Consortium of NLUs has concluded all application and correction processes, drawing the administrative curtain on the initial phase. The final deadline for making corrections in the application form, a crucial last chance for aspirants to rectify any errors in their personal or academic details, closed definitively on November 9, 2025.

​With the exam now less than a month away, the focus for all successfully registered candidates must pivot entirely to the final stages of preparation and the imminent release of the Admit Card. The CLAT 2026 examination is firmly scheduled for Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 2 PM to 4 PM (offline mode). The release of the admit card, expected around November 25, 2025 (approximately 15 days before the exam), marks the final official communication before the D-day, confirming the candidate’s allotted test centre and essential exam-day instructions.

​ Admit Card Download: Your Gateway to the Exam Hall

​The CLAT 2026 Admit Card is a mandatory document for entry into the examination centre. Candidates must be prepared to download it immediately upon release to verify details and finalise their travel plans.

• ​Expected Release Date: 
  • ​The CLAT 2026 Admit Card is expected to be released in the third week of November 2025, most likely around November 25, 2025.
  • ​The Consortium of NLUs usually releases the hall ticket approximately 15 days before the scheduled exam date.
• ​How to Download the Admit Card:
  • ​Candidates must visit the official website of the Consortium of NLUs: consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
  • ​Use the registered Mobile Number and Password to log in to the CLAT 2026 portal.
  • ​Click on the 'Download Admit Card' link, which will display the hall ticket on the screen.
  • ​Candidates must download the PDF and take multiple coloured printouts for safety.
• ​Essential Details to Verify:
  • ​Upon downloading, candidates must strictly verify the following details: Candidate's Name, Roll Number/Application Number, Photograph and Signature, Exam Date and Timing (December 7, 2 PM to 4 PM), and the allotted Test Centre Name and Address. Any discrepancy must be reported to the CLAT helpdesk immediately.

​ CLAT 2026 Exam Pattern: Last-Minute Review

​The CLAT 2026 paper maintains the structure introduced in previous years, emphasizing comprehension and reasoning skills over rote memorization. A thorough understanding of the exam pattern is crucial for final revisions.

• ​Structure and Marking: 
  • ​The exam consists of 120 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs), with a total duration of 120 minutes (2 hours).
  • ​Marking Scheme: +1 mark for every correct answer and a negative marking of -0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.
• ​Section-wise Breakdown (Approximate Weightage): 
  • ​English Language: 22-26 questions (Passage-based reading and comprehension).
  • ​Current Affairs including General Knowledge: 28-32 questions (Focus on legal and political events of the last 12 months).
  • ​Legal Reasoning: 28-32 questions (Applying legal principles to factual scenarios, largely passage-based).
  • ​Logical Reasoning: 22-26 questions (Critical reasoning, analysis of arguments, and inference drawing).
  • ​Quantitative Techniques: 10-14 questions (Data Interpretation based on Class 10 level mathematics).
• ​Test Mode: 
  • ​The examination will be conducted in the Pen-and-Paper (Offline) mode across various designated centres nationwide. Candidates must carry a blue/black ballpoint pen.

​ Final Preparation Strategy for the Next Three Weeks

​With the examination window tightening, candidates must transition from content learning to strategic performance refinement. The last three weeks are best spent on simulated testing and error analysis.

• ​Intensive Mock Tests: 
  • ​Candidates should attempt at least one full-length mock test every alternate day under strict examination conditions (2:00 PM to 4:00 PM).
  • ​The goal is to build stamina and optimise time allocation across the five sections.
• ​Error Analysis and Revision:
  • ​Spend the non-mock days conducting detailed error analysis, identifying weak areas (especially in Current Affairs and Legal Reasoning), and revisiting notes.
  • ​This is not the time for learning new concepts but for solidifying existing knowledge and tackling common mistake patterns.
• ​Current Affairs Consolidation:
  • ​Focus on the last 12 months of Current Affairs (November 2024 to November 2025). Pay special attention to landmark judgments, key constitutional amendments, international treaties, and major government policies.

​Conclusion

​The conclusion of the CLAT 2026 application correction window marks the final administrative hurdle. With the admit card expected shortly and the exam scheduled for December 7, the pressure is mounting. Aspirants must now dedicate all their energy to high-intensity mock tests and targeted revision, leveraging every moment to enhance speed and accuracy. The final weeks are crucial for success in securing a seat in one of the prestigious National Law Universities.

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