The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 provisional answer keys were released on December 10 at 5 PM . This is for both undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law courses. Along with the answer keys, the online window to raise objections has also opened. Students who appeared for the CLAT 2026 exam can now check their answers and challenge any incorrect questions or answers they find. The last date to submit these objections is December 12 .
What is CLAT?
CLAT is a national-level exam in India. It is for students who want to study law at one of the National Law Universities (NLUs) in the country. Thousands of students take this exam every year to get admission into law colleges. The CLAT 2026 exam was held on December 7 across various centres in India.
Why is the Answer Key Important?
The provisional answer key helps students calculate their likely scores before the final results are out. By comparing their marked answers with the provisional answer key, students can get an idea of how they performed. If a student believes there is a mistake in any answer provided by the exam body, they can challenge it through the objection window.
Key Dates for CLAT 2026 Answer Key
Here are the dates related to the CLAT 2026 provisional answer key and objection window:
| Event | Date & Time |
| CLAT 2026 Exam Date | December 7 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release (UG & PG) | December 10 , 5 PM |
| Objection Window Opens | December 10 |
| Last Date to Raise Objections | December 12 |
How to Check the Answer Key
Students can download the CLAT 2026 provisional answer key from the official website. This allows them to verify their responses against the official answers. Here’s how to do it:
- Visit the official website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in .
- Click on the 'CLAT 2026' link.
- Log in using your registered mobile number and password.
- The CLAT 2026 answer key and your response sheet will be visible on the screen.
- You can then download the answer key PDF to check your answers.
How to Raise Objections Against the Answer Key
If you find an error in the provisional answer key, you can challenge it. Follow these simple steps to raise an objection:
- Go to the official website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in .
- Click on the 'CLAT 2026' link.
- Log in to your candidate portal using your registered mobile number and password.
- Find the section for challenging the answer key.
- Select the specific question you want to challenge.
- You will need to upload proof to support your objection. This could be a screenshot from a textbook or a clear explanation.
- Pay the required fee for raising an objection.
- Submit your challenge. Make sure you do this before the deadline of December 12 .
Submit your challenges carefully. Ensure all supporting documents are clear and relevant.
What Happens After Objections?
After the objection window closes on December 12 , the Consortium of NLUs will review all the objections received. Based on this review, a final answer key will be released. No further objections against the final answer key will be accepted.
The date for the final CLAT 2026 results has not been announced yet. Students should keep checking the official website for the latest updates.
