CLAT 2026 Examination
CLAT 2026 exam concluded on December 7, 2025. The Consortium of NLUs will release the provisional answer key on December 10. Check key updates, objection window details, and step-by-step instructions to download the answer key.
Introduction
The CLAT 2026 examination was successfully conducted on December 7, 2025, by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs).
This year’s exam witnessed a strong nationwide turnout and was conducted smoothly across multiple centres, reflecting improved organisation and transparency in the process.
Exam Overview
- Total Applicants: 92,344
- UG Applicants: 75,009
- PG Applicants: 17,335
- Exam Centres: 156
- States Covered: 25 States
- Cities: 93
- Union Territories: 4
The large participation highlights the growing demand for legal education and the increasing popularity of CLAT among aspirants.
Provisional Answer Key Details
The provisional answer key will be released on the official website on:
- Release Date: December 10, 2025
- Time: 5 PM
Candidates can review the answer key and evaluate their performance before the final results are declared.
Objection Window
Candidates who wish to challenge any question or answer can submit objections through the official portal within the given timeline:
- Start: December 10, 2025 (5 PM)
- End: December 12, 2025 (5 PM)
No objections will be accepted after the deadline, so candidates are advised to act promptly.
How to Download the Answer Key
- Visit the official website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in
- Click on the CLAT 2026 Answer Key link
- Login using your credentials
- Click Submit to view the answer key
- Verify responses carefully
- Download and save the PDF
Candidates should keep a copy of the answer key for future reference and counselling purposes.
Conclusion
The release of the CLAT 2026 provisional answer key is an important step in the admission process. It allows candidates to assess their performance and raise valid objections if necessary.
Aspirants are advised to regularly check the official website for updates regarding the final answer key and counselling schedule.
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