CLAT 2026 First Merit List Out Today: Check Seat Allotment

The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) released the first merit list for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 today, January 6, 2026 . Students who took the CLAT 2026 exam and registered for counselling can now check their seat allotment. The list is available on the official website, consortiumofnlus.ac.in .

This first allotment list shows which National Law University a candidate has been offered a seat in. Candidates must check the list and decide on their next steps by paying a fee and choosing an option. The CLAT 2026 exam was held earlier on December 7, 2025 .

What is CLAT?

CLAT is a national-level entrance exam for students who want to study law. It helps them get into undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programs offered by 24 National Law Universities across India. Thousands of students appear for CLAT every year to pursue a career in law.

Important Dates for CLAT 2026 Counselling (First Round)

How to Check CLAT 2026 First Seat Allotment List

Candidates can check their seat allotment by following these simple steps:

• Go to the official website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in .
• Find and click on the 'CLAT 2026' section or a link for the 'First Allotment List'.
• Log in to the CLAT 2026 counselling portal. You will need your mobile number and password.
• The CLAT 2026 first allotment list will appear on your screen.
• Check your result and download the list. Keep a copy for future use.

Understanding Your Seat Options: Freeze, Float, or Withdraw

After checking the allotment list, candidates have three main choices for their seat. You must make your choice and pay a fee by the deadline.

• Freeze: If you are happy with the NLU and course offered, you can 'freeze' your seat. This means you accept the assigned seat and will not take part in further rounds of counselling.
• Float: If you accept the seat but wish to be considered for a better NLU or course in later rounds, you can 'float' your seat. Your current seat remains secure while you wait for other options.
• Withdraw: If you do not want the assigned seat or wish to exit the counselling process, you can 'withdraw'. This means you give up your seat.

To either freeze or float your seat, candidates must pay a non-refundable confirmation fee of INR 20,000 . Make sure to check the exact deadline for these actions on the official website.

What Information is on the Allotment List?

The CLAT 2026 seat allotment list includes important details about the candidates who have been offered seats. These details are:

• The name of the applicant.
• The All India Rank (AIR) of the candidate.
• The candidate's categories (like General, SC, ST, OBC, PwD, etc.).
• The application and admit card numbers of the shortlisted candidates.

How to Check CLAT 2026 Cut-Off

The cut-off marks for each NLU will also be available on the website. This helps candidates understand the minimum marks needed for admission to different NLUs. Here is how to check them:

• Visit the official website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in .
• Click on the 'CLAT 2026' tab.
• Look for a link like 'CLAT First Merit List' or 'CLAT 2026 Cut-Off'.
• Choose the National Law University for which you want to check the cut-off.
• A PDF file showing the CLAT 2026 cut-off will open on your screen.
• Download and save this PDF for your records.

Need Help? Contact CLAT Helpdesk

If candidates have any questions or face issues, they can contact the CLAT helpdesk. Here are the contact details: