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📋 CLAT 2026 Result | Key Highlights at a Glance
The CLAT 2026 result represents one of the most competitive editions of the Common Law Admission Test in recent history. With over 92,000 registrations and an attendance rate of 96.45%, the examination saw record participation across 156 centres spanning 25 States and 4 Union Territories of India. The result was declared 9 days after the exam | one of the fastest turnarounds in CLAT history | owing to the efficient digital evaluation and systematic objection resolution process by the Consortium of National Law Universities.
Notably, 57% of CLAT 2026 test-takers were female, marking a significant milestone in gender participation in law entrance examinations. The topper, Geetali Gupta from LegalEdge coaching institute, scored an impressive 112.75 out of 120, setting a high bar for the cutoffs at top NLUs like NLSIU Bangalore and NALSAR Hyderabad.
📥 How to Download CLAT 2026 Scorecard | Step-by-Step
Follow these exact steps to successfully download your CLAT 2026 scorecard from the official Consortium of NLUs portal. The process takes under 2 minutes once you have your login credentials ready.
🎓 What Details Are on the CLAT 2026 Scorecard?
The CLAT 2026 Scorecard is a comprehensive document that captures your complete performance in the examination. Understanding each field on your scorecard is essential for accurate counselling preference filling and NLU admission planning.
CLAT 2026 | Official Scorecard
Consortium of National Law Universities | consortiumofnlus.ac.in
Complete List of Fields on CLAT 2026 Scorecard
| Field on Scorecard | What It Means | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Candidate Name | Your full name as registered during application | Must match ID documents for counselling |
| Father's Name | As entered in application form | Verification during admission |
| Roll Number | Unique 12-digit exam roll number | Primary ID for counselling & admission |
| Application Number | Registration ID from CLAT 2026 application | Login credential for portal access |
| Date of Birth | As registered in application | Tie-breaking criteria (higher age preferred for PG) |
| Category | General / OBC-NCL / SC / ST / EWS / PWD | Determines which category merit list you appear in |
| Section-wise Scores | Marks in each of 5 sections out of respective totals | Shows strengths/weaknesses; used for tie-breaking (UG) |
| Overall Raw Score | Total marks out of 120 (with 0.25 negative marking) | Determines your All India Rank |
| All India Rank (AIR) | Your national rank among all CLAT 2026 takers | Primary basis for NLU counselling and seat allotment |
| Category Rank | Rank within your reserved category | Used for reserved category seat allotment |
| State Rank | Rank among candidates from your home state | Relevant for state quota seats at some NLUs |
| Qualifying Status | Qualified / Not Qualified for counselling | Minimum qualification to participate in counselling |
🏆 CLAT 2026 Toppers List | AIR 1 to 10 (UG)
The CLAT 2026 UG merit list showcased extraordinary performances from students across India. The topper Geetali Gupta from LegalEdge secured AIR 1 with 112.75 marks out of 120, setting a new benchmark for CLAT UG performance. The top 10 ranks were dominated by students from metro cities, particularly Bengaluru and New Delhi.
| AIR | Candidate | Score / 120 | Category | Target NLU |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 |
Geetali Gupta | 112.75 | General | NLSIU Bangalore |
2 |
Parv | ~111.50 | General | NLSIU Bangalore |
3 |
LegalEdge Student | ~110.75 | General | NLSIU / NALSAR |
4 |
Top Scorer | ~110.25 | General | NALSAR Hyderabad |
5 |
Top Scorer | ~109.75 | General | NALSAR / NUJS |
6 |
Sayan Mandal (PG) | ~109.25 | General | NLU Delhi (PG) |
7-10 |
Multiple from LegalEdge | 108–109 | General | NLSIU / NALSAR / NUJS |
CLAT 2026 PG Topper
For the CLAT PG 2026 examination (for LLM admissions), Mayank Goel secured AIR 1 in the PG category. Yashvi Arora secured AIR 2 and also topped the General Category rank list from Haryana. A total of 17,335 PG candidates appeared across 141 centres. The CLAT PG exam featured 120 questions covering Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, Contracts, Torts, and other core law subjects.
City-Wise Topper Pattern | CLAT 2026
Bengaluru emerged as the city with the maximum number of top 100 rankers in CLAT 2026 UG, followed by New Delhi which dominated the PG category. This pattern reflects the concentration of quality CLAT coaching institutes in these metros. However, the digital and hybrid coaching boom post-2020 has also brought several toppers from Tier-2 cities including Lucknow, Hyderabad, and Kolkata.
📊 CLAT 2026 Merit List | How It Works
The CLAT 2026 Merit List is the master ranking document published by the Consortium of National Law Universities that forms the basis for all counselling rounds and NLU seat allotment. Understanding how the merit list is constructed helps you anticipate your counselling outcome and plan your NLU preferences strategically.
Types of Merit Lists in CLAT 2026
| Merit List Type | Who It Covers | What It Contains |
|---|---|---|
| General Rank List (GRL) | All candidates regardless of category | AIR, scores, candidate ID, gender, state |
| SC Category List | Scheduled Caste candidates | Category-specific rank among all SC candidates |
| ST Category List | Scheduled Tribe candidates | Category-specific rank among all ST candidates |
| OBC-NCL List | OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates | Category-specific rank among all OBC-NCL candidates |
| EWS List | Economically Weaker Section candidates | Category rank for 10% EWS reservation |
| PWD List | Persons with Disabilities | Horizontal reservation ranking for PWD candidates |
| PG Merit List | CLAT PG (LLM) candidates | Separate from UG; used for NLU LLM admissions |
How Ranks Are Calculated in CLAT 2026
CLAT 2026 follows a specific marking and ranking methodology. Understanding this helps you verify your rank and understand tie-breaking outcomes:
- Total Marks: 120 questions, each carrying 1 mark. Total marks = 120.
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer. Un-attempted questions carry no penalty.
- Raw Score Calculation: Final score = (Correct answers × 1) − (Wrong answers × 0.25)
- Tie-Breaking for UG: Higher marks in Legal Reasoning → Higher age (older candidate preferred) → Computerised draw.
- Tie-Breaking for PG: Higher age (older candidate gets better rank) → Computerised draw.
- AIR Assignment: Candidates ranked from highest to lowest score. Identical scores resolved by tie-break rules above.
- Category Rank: Assigned within each category independently from the general merit list.
How to Download CLAT 2026 Merit List PDF
📈 CLAT 2026 Marks vs Rank Analysis
One of the most common questions after CLAT result is: "My score is X marks, what is my expected AIR?" The following analysis provides an approximate CLAT 2026 marks-to-rank mapping based on 75,009 UG candidates who appeared for the December 7, 2025 exam.
Which NLU Can You Get with Your CLAT 2026 Rank?
Use the rank bands below to identify which National Law Universities are within reach based on your CLAT 2026 All India Rank in the General category. For reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), the qualifying ranks are significantly more lenient.
🗺️ What to Do After CLAT 2026 Result | Complete Action Plan
The CLAT result is not the end | it's the beginning of the admission journey. Here is a comprehensive, step-by-step post-result action plan for candidates who have received their CLAT 2026 scorecards.
Immediate Steps After Downloading Scorecard
- Download and save your CLAT 2026 scorecard in at least 2 locations (device + cloud/email).
- Note your AIR, category rank, and overall score carefully. Cross-check with your admit card details.
- Use the cutoff table to identify which NLUs you are eligible for based on your rank and category.
- Make a list of 8–10 NLU preferences in order of your priority (think placement, location, faculty, specialisations).
- Register for CLAT 2026 Counselling on consortiumofnlus.ac.in by paying the counselling registration fee.
CLAT 2026 Counselling Timeline
Documents Required for CLAT 2026 Counselling & Admission
Keep the following documents ready in both original and attested photocopy forms before reporting to your allotted NLU. Missing documents can result in cancellation of admission.
🎯 Didn't Clear CLAT 2026? Plan for CLAT 2027
If you could not secure your desired NLU through CLAT 2026, it is not the end. CLAT 2027 registration is expected to open in July 2026, and the exam will be held in December 2026. Here's how to strategically plan your CLAT 2027 attempt based on your 2026 performance analysis.
CLAT 2026 Score Analysis | What Your Marks Tell You
| Your Score Range | CLAT 2026 AIR (approx) | Admission Status | CLAT 2027 Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| 105+ marks | AIR 1–150 | Top 5 NLU secured | Maintain / Improve for NLSIU |
| 98–104 marks | AIR 150–500 | Tier 1–2 NLU secured | Target NLSIU: push to 107+ |
| 90–97 marks | AIR 500–3,000 | Tier 2–3 NLU possible | Target 100+ for Tier-1 access |
| 80–89 marks | AIR 3,000–12,000 | Only newer NLUs / wait | Focus on Legal Reasoning + GK |
| Below 80 | AIR 12,000+ | Unlikely NLU admission | Comprehensive revision needed |
CLAT 2027 Key Dates (Expected)
⚖️ Understanding CLAT Result vs Counselling | Key Differences
Many first-time CLAT aspirants confuse the result and counselling processes. While the result tells you your rank, counselling determines your actual NLU. Here is a clear breakdown of how the two are connected.
| Aspect | CLAT Result | CLAT Counselling |
|---|---|---|
| What It Is | Your scorecard with AIR and marks | NLU seat allotment process based on rank + preferences |
| When It Happens | December 16, 2025 | January–March 2026 (5 rounds) |
| What You Get | AIR, category rank, sectional scores | Seat in a specific NLU and programme |
| How to Access | Login at consortiumofnlus.ac.in | Register separately for counselling with fee |
| Fee Involved | None (free to check/download) | Rs. 50,000 refundable seat acceptance fee |
| Can It Change? | No | final result is permanent | Yes | allotment can change across 5 rounds |
| Who Controls It | Consortium of NLUs | Consortium of NLUs (centralised) |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions | CLAT 2026 Result
The CLAT 2026 result was officially declared on December 16, 2025 by the Consortium of National Law Universities. The final answer key was released the same day at 5:00 PM. The CLAT 2026 exam was held on December 7, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Geetali Gupta secured CLAT 2026 AIR 1 with a score of 112.75 out of 120. She is from LegalEdge coaching institute. Parv secured AIR 2. For the CLAT PG category, Mayank Goel secured AIR 1.
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A total of 92,000+ candidates registered for CLAT 2026. Of these, 75,009 appeared for the UG exam and 17,335 appeared for the PG exam. The overall attendance rate was 96.45%, with 57% female candidates, 43% male candidates, and 6 transgender candidates.
No. The CLAT 2026 scorecard is only available as a downloadable digital PDF. The Consortium does not send physical/hard copy scorecards. Candidates must download from the portal, save multiple copies, and print for counselling and admission use. The CLAT PG scorecard is valid for one year only.
AIR (All India Rank) is your position among all 75,009 CLAT 2026 UG candidates regardless of category. Category Rank is your position among only the candidates in your specific category (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/General/PWD). During counselling, reserved category seats at NLUs are allotted based on category rank, not AIR | so an OBC candidate with a high AIR but low OBC category rank may still get a top NLU through the OBC reserved quota.
No. There is no re-checking facility for CLAT results. The final result is based on the final answer key, which is published after considering all valid objections raised by candidates during the objection window (December 10–12, 2025). However, you can verify your score by cross-checking your self-calculated marks against the official final answer key published on the Consortium website.
If your CLAT 2026 rank does not qualify you for your target NLU, consider these options: (1) Accept the best NLU available through counselling and upgrade via later rounds; (2) Apply to private law universities accepting CLAT scores (Symbiosis Law School, O.P. Jindal Global University, etc.); (3) Explore AILET for NLU Delhi; (4) Register for state-level law exams (MH CET Law, TS LAWCET, AP LAWCET); (5) Prepare for CLAT 2027 | registration opens July 2026 | and target 100+ marks for Tier-1 NLU access.