The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 saw a record number of students taking the exam this year. The attendance for the undergraduate (UG) program reached an impressive 96.83% , while the postgraduate (PG) exam had a 92.45% turnout. This high participation shows a strong and growing interest in studying law across India.
The CLAT 2026 exam was conducted on December 7 . After the exam, the final answer key was released on December 16 . Following this, the results, including All India Ranks and scorecards, were made available to all candidates by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs).
Record High Attendance for CLAT 2026
For the undergraduate CLAT 2026, nearly all registered candidates appeared for the exam. Out of those who signed up, 96.83% actually sat for the test. This is the highest attendance rate recorded for the UG CLAT in recent years, showing how serious students are about pursuing law.
The postgraduate CLAT also saw strong participation. About 92.45% of candidates registered for the PG program took the exam. These high numbers highlight the increasing competition for limited seats in top law colleges.
Overall, a total of 92,344 candidates registered for CLAT 2026. This number is about 17% higher than the previous year. The near-full attendance figures suggest that most students who registered had prepared well and were serious about their attempt, rather than just trying it out.
This growing demand for legal education points to a promising future for law as a career path in India.
Key Dates for CLAT 2026
Here is a quick look at the important dates related to CLAT 2026:
| Event | Date |
| CLAT 2026 Exam | December 7 |
| Final Answer Key Release | December 16 |
| Results & Scorecard Availability | After December 16 |
| Counselling Registration Start | Ongoing |
| Last Date for Counselling Registration | December 27, 2025 |
Counselling for NLU Admissions Now Open
The next important step for candidates is the counselling process. This is where students can apply for seats in various National Law Universities (NLUs) based on their CLAT scores and ranks.
Counselling registration for CLAT 2026 is currently open. Candidates must complete their registration by December 27, 2025 . To register for counselling, eligible students need to:
- Log in to the official CLAT Consortium website using their registered details.
- Download their detailed scorecard, which shows their All India Rank, category rank, and merit position.
- Complete the counselling application form and choose their preferred NLUs.
The counselling process is crucial for seat allocation. Students are advised to complete their registration before the deadline to be considered for admission into NLUs.
