The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 exam has successfully concluded. Students who took the exam on December 7, 2025 , from 2 pm to 4 pm, are now looking forward to the next crucial step: the release of the provisional answer key. The Consortium of National Law Universities will soon publish this important key on its official website, consortiumofnlus.ac.in . This answer key is essential for students to check their answers and estimate their scores.
CLAT is a major national-level entrance examination for students aspiring to join undergraduate (like BA LLB, BBA LLB) and postgraduate (LLM) law programs. This test is the gateway to 22 National Law Universities (NLUs) across India. The provisional answer key is the first version of the correct answers released by the exam conducting body. Its main purpose is to help students get an early idea of their performance.
By using the provisional answer key, students can compare their marked answers with the correct solutions provided by the Consortium. This comparison helps them calculate their likely score in the exam. Knowing a probable score early is very helpful, as it allows students to assess their chances of getting admission into their desired National Law University and preparing for the next stage, which is the CLAT 2026 counselling process.
Along with the provisional answer key, the Consortium will also open a specific period known as the CLAT Objection Window 2026 . This window is a chance for students to formally challenge any answer in the provisional key that they believe is incorrect. If a student finds an error in an answer provided by the Consortium, they can submit an objection.
To raise an objection, students must visit the official website and log in to their account. They will need to provide specific details about the question they are challenging and offer proof or strong reasons to support their claim. There is a fee of INR 1,000 for each question a student wishes to object to. This fee must be paid online. After reviewing all objections, the Consortium will release the CLAT 2026 Final Answer Key , which will include any necessary changes.
The CLAT 2026 Final Answer Key will be the definitive guide for evaluating student performance. Based on this final key, the official CLAT 2026 Result will be declared. Following the declaration of results, eligible candidates will be invited to participate in the CLAT 2026 counselling sessions. During counselling, students will be allotted seats in various National Law Universities based on their rank and preferences.
How to Download CLAT 2026 Provisional Answer Key
Students can easily download the provisional answer key by following these steps:
- Visit the official website of the Consortium: consortiumofnlus.ac.in .
- Look for the 'CLAT 2026' link, which is usually found on the main homepage.
- In the 'Latest Notification' or 'Updates' section, you will see a link for 'CLAT 2026 Answer Key PDF' alongside the 'Master Question Paper'.
- Click on the provided PDF link to open the answer key document.
- Once opened, download the PDF file to your computer or mobile device.
- It is recommended to save this downloaded file for your records and for future reference.
How to Raise Objections Against CLAT 2026 Provisional Answer Key
If you find any discrepancies or errors in the provisional answer key, you can submit an objection by following these instructions:
- Go to the official website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in .
- Log in to your CLAT account using your registered credentials (your registration number and password).
- Find and click on the specific link or tab labeled 'Provisional Answer Key Objection Link' or something similar.
- On the objection page, you will need to fill in details such as the course you are applying for, the specific section of the question, the question number you are objecting to, and what you believe to be the correct answer.
- It is mandatory to upload clear supporting proof or a detailed explanation for your objection. This evidence strengthens your claim.
- A non-refundable fee of INR 1,000 will be charged for each question you challenge. Complete the online payment process through the payment gateway provided.
- After ensuring all details are correctly filled and payment is made, click on the 'Submit' button to finalize your objection.
- Remember to take a screenshot or save a confirmation of your submitted objection for your own records.
