Following the release of the second merit list on January 22, the Consortium of NLUs has officially activated the allotment confirmation and fee payment portal. As of today, January 25, 2026, thousands of law aspirants are currently logging into the centralized dashboard to secure their positions in the 2026-27 academic session. This round is particularly significant for candidates who opted for the "Float" option in Round 1 and have now moved up to a university higher on their preference list.

Understanding the Confirmation Options

The current window allows candidates to exercise one of three critical choices. Each choice carries a specific set of implications for the candidate’s journey through the remaining three rounds of the centralized admission process.

• The Freeze Option: This is for students who are entirely satisfied with their current allotment and do not wish to participate in further rounds. Selecting "Freeze" means the candidate accepts the seat and will not be considered for any higher-preference NLUs in the third or fourth lists.
• The Float Option: This allows a candidate to hold their current seat while remaining eligible for a better university in the upcoming rounds. It is the most common choice for those hoping for a shift in their assignment during the February 5 release.
• The Exit Option: If a candidate no longer wishes to participate in the counselling process, they can choose to exit. However, doing so after the second round may have specific implications for the refund of the initial registration fee.
• Seat Upgradation: For many, the second list has resulted in an automatic upgrade; these candidates must still re-confirm their intent by selecting their preferred option in the active window.

Fee Payment and Mandatory Procedures

To validate any choice—whether Freeze or Float—a candidate must successfully complete the payment of the confirmation fee. The system is designed to automatically cancel any seat that remains unconfirmed by the prescribed deadline.

• Confirmation Fee Amount: All newly allotted candidates are required to pay a non-refundable amount of ₹20,000 through the official payment gateway.
• Adjustment Policy: This fee is not an additional charge but will be adjusted against the final university fees at the time of physical admission in April or May.
• Deadline for Payment: The current window for fee submission and option selection will strictly close at 1:00 PM on January 29, 2026.
• Document Verification: Simultaneously, candidates must ensure that their digital documents, including Class 10 and 12 marksheet and category certificates, are successfully verified by the respective NLU through the online portal.

Summary of Round 2 Key Dates

The following table outlines the timeline that candidates must follow to ensure their admission status remains valid during this round.

• Technical Support: The Consortium has advised candidates to complete their payments well before the final hour to avoid potential server congestion or transaction delays.
• Account Status: Aspirants can check their updated status and download the updated allotment letter immediately after the successful processing of their payment.

Conclusion

The activation of the second allotment window represents a decisive moment for candidates aiming to secure a seat in India’s premier law universities. With the deadline of January 29 approaching, the emphasis is on timely action and careful selection between the Freeze and Float options. The current activity on the Consortium portal indicates a steady progression toward the finalization of the 2026 batch, as students balance their aspirations with the practical requirements of the centralized admission system.