Good news for students who took the CLAT 2026 exam! The results for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 will be announced tomorrow, December 17, 2025 . Students can expect to see their results on the official website, consortiumofnlus.ac.in , by 10 AM . Before the results, the final answer key for CLAT 2026 was released today, December 16, 2025 , at 5 PM .
The CLAT exam is very important for students who want to study law in India. It helps them get admission into top National Law Universities (NLUs) for both undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law courses. Knowing when and how to check your result is key for your next steps in applying to these universities.
Important Dates to Remember
Here are the key dates related to CLAT 2026:
| CLAT 2026 Exam Date | December 7, 2025 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | December 10, 2025 |
| Final Answer Key Release | December 16, 2025, 5 PM |
| CLAT 2026 Result Date | December 17, 2025, by 10 AM |
Your CLAT 2026 scorecard will show important details. These include your name, your All India Rank (AIR), your category (like General, SC, ST, OBC), and your merit rank based on your score in the exam. This scorecard is a crucial document, so make sure to download and save it properly.
How to Download Your CLAT 2026 Result
To get your CLAT 2026 scorecard, follow these simple steps:
- Step 1: Visit the official website of the Consortium of NLUs: consortiumofnlus.ac.in
- Step 2: Look for the link related to CLAT 2026 Result or Scorecard.
- Step 3: Log in to your personal portal. You will need your Registered ID and Password.
- Step 4: Click on the 'Submit' button.
- Step 5: Your CLAT 2026 Scorecard and Result will appear on your screen.
- Step 6: Download the scorecard. It is important to save it on your computer or phone and also take a printout for future use.
About the CLAT 2026 Exam
The CLAT 2026 examination was held on December 7, 2025 . It was a traditional pen-and-paper exam. The exam took place in 140 different test centres located across India. Both undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) students appeared for their respective CLAT exams on the same day.
The Consortium of NLUs first released a provisional answer key. Students were given a chance to raise objections or point out any mistakes in this key. After checking all objections, the Consortium released the final answer key today. The results that will be declared tomorrow are based on this final answer key.
What Happens After the Results?
After the CLAT 2026 results are out, students will be eager to know about the cut-off marks and merit lists. The cut-off marks are the minimum scores needed for admission to different NLUs. The merit list shows the names of students in order of their ranks. Soon after the results, information about counselling sessions will be released. During counselling, students can choose their preferred law universities based on their CLAT ranks and available seats.
Students should regularly check the official CLAT website for all further updates regarding admissions and counselling process. Staying informed will help you plan your next steps carefully.
