The CLAT PG 2026 3rd Allotment list has been released, and you can check the same on the official website, consortiumofnlus.ac.in.

If you have been allotted a seat, you should pay Rs. 20,000 as a confirmation fee between 5th Feb and 12th Feb, to get admission.

Direct link to check the Third Allotment list of CUET PG (OUT)
  • In CLAT PG, a total of 16,026 Candidates appeared in the exam, and the highest score was 104.25 marks.
  • Currently, admissions are underway for 1,590 LLM seats across 24+ participating NLUs.
  • The Cutoff will vary for top NLUs, which close within the top 300 to 500 ranks, and in mid-tier NLUs, the ranks can be around 1500 to 2000.

To be eligible, you should have an LLB Degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) and qualify as per the CLAT PG Rank. If you have selected the float mode should track the other lists, as participating in multiple counselling rounds can improve your rank and seat.

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In this Article, you can check all the important information related to CLAT PG Including the, including the NLU List, Cutoffs & Counselling Process.

CLAT PG

CLAT PG 2026 Important Dates

Currently, CLAT PG Counselling is going on, so you should track all the important dates related to seat confirmation, upcoming allotment rounds and admission deadlines.

The following dates include the major events for the exam related to counselling and upcoming rounds.

Event Date
Third Allotment List (Released) 5th February 2026
Fee Payment Window (Round 3) Feb 5, 2026 (10 AM) – Feb 12, 2026 (1 PM)
Fourth Allotment List (Tentative) May 2, 2026
Final Admission Process May–June 2026
CLAT PG Result Date December 16 2025
CLAT PG Counselling starts December 17, 2025

CLAT PG 2026 NLU List

The CLAT PG Scores are accepted by most of the NLUs for admission in their 1-year program. Around 24 NLUs participate in centralised counselling this year, which offers around 1,590 LLM Seats in total.

NLU Location Approx. LLM Seats Cutoff Trend Competitiveness Level
NLSIU Bengaluru Karnataka 120 Within the top 100 ranks Very High
NALSAR Hyderabad Telangana 66 Top 150–200 Very High
WBNUJS Kolkata West Bengal 100 Top 250–300 Very High
NLIU Bhopal Madhya Pradesh 60 Top 350–400 High
NLUJ Jodhpur Rajasthan 50 Top 400–500 High
GNLU Gandhinagar Gujarat 60 Top 450–600 High
HNLU Raipur Chhattisgarh 60 Top 600–800 High
RMLNLU Lucknow Uttar Pradesh 50 Top 800–1000 Moderate–High
RGNUL Patiala Punjab 40 Up to 1000–1200 Moderate
CNLU Patna Bihar 50 Up to 1200–1500 Moderate
NUALS Kochi Kerala 60 Up to 1500–1800 Moderate
NUSRL Ranchi Jharkhand 40 Up to 1800–2200 Moderate
NLUO Cuttack Odisha 50 Up to 2000+ Moderate
MNLU Mumbai Maharashtra 50 Up to 1500–1800 Moderate
MNLU Nagpur Maharashtra 40 Up to 2000–2500 Moderate
MNLU Aurangabad Maharashtra 40 Up to 2500+ Moderate
DSNLU Visakhapatnam Andhra Pradesh 40 2500+ Moderate–Low
TNNLU Tiruchirappalli Tamil Nadu 40 2500+ Moderate–Low
HPNLU Shimla Himachal Pradesh 40 2500–3000 Moderate–Low
DNLU Jabalpur Madhya Pradesh 60 3000+ Moderate–Low
DBRANLU Sonipat Haryana 40 3000+ Moderate–Low
NLUT Tripura Tripura 40 3000+ Low
IIULER Goa* Goa 30 Varies Low

Source: consortiumofnlus.ac.in/clat-2026/participating_universities.html

CLAT PG Total Seats & Reservation

The Counselling for CLAT PG is conducted for around 1,590 LLMs across different participating Universities. The Seat Distribution will vary for each university; all the NLUs follow the central reservation policies for SC, ST, OBC, EWS & PwD categories.

CLAT PG Total Seat Share %

  • As around 16,000 candidates appear for 1,590 seats, the selection rate is 1 seat for around 10 applicants, which makes admission in top NLUs very competitive.
  • The Cutoff for the general category is high, especially in NLSIU, NALSAR and WBNUJS, in the top 300 to 500 ranks.
  • The Reserved category candidates have lower closing ranks, but the competition will be high in the top NLUs.
Category Approx. Seat Share Estimated Seats (Out of 1590)
General/Unreserved 45–50% 720–780
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) 20–22% 300–350
SC 15% 230–250
ST 7–8% 110–130
EWS 8–10% 120–150
PwD (Horizontal) 5% 70–80
State/Domicile Quota* Varies by NLU Included in the above

CLAT PG 2026 Results & Counselling

The CLAT PG Results were declared on 17th December 2026, and the counselling is currently going on, with multiple allotment lists released.

Candidates are being allotted the LLM Seats in Participating NLUs as per their rank, category and preference.

Stage What Happens Key Details for Candidates
Result Declaration Scorecards released online Check rank, marks and category rank on the Consortium portal
Counselling Registration Eligible candidates register Mandatory to participate in seat allotment rounds
Preference Filling NLU choices submitted Order of preference impacts allotment and upgrades
Seat Allotment Lists Multiple rounds released Based on rank, category, and seat availability
First–Second Lists Initial seat allocation Higher-ranked candidates fill top NLUs first
Third List (Released) Current active round Candidates must confirm or upgrade seat
Confirmation Fee ₹20,000 payment required Needed to choose the Freeze or Float option
Freeze Option Lock current seat No further upgrades; seat confirmed
Float Option Keep the seat, but allow an upgrade Can move to a higher preferred NLU in the next list
Exit Option Withdraw from counselling Forfeit claim to allotted seat
Upcoming Round Fourth list expected May 2, 2026 Vacancies from withdrawals lead to upgrades
Final Admission Document verification & joining Conducted bythe allotted NLU

To know about the CLAT Counselling Process 2026, check this video by @lawpreptutorial.

What is the CLAT PG 2026?

For admission to postgraduate legal programs offered by 25 NLUs throughout India, a national entrance exam known as the CLAT PG 2026 is administered.

  • Admission to the LL.M. programs will begin in the 2026–2027 academic year using CLAT 2026.

CLAT PG 2026 Exam Overview

Aspect Details
Exam Name Common Law Admission Test for Postgraduate
Conducting Body Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs)
Purpose Admission to LL.M. programs offered by participating NLUs
Eligibility LL.B. (5-year or 3-year) or equivalent with min. 50% (Gen/OBC) and 45% (SC/ST)
Age Limit No upper age limit
Mode of Exam Offline (Pen & Paper)
Exam Date December 7, 2025 (2:00 PM – 4:00 PM)
Registration Start Date August 1, 2025 (12:00 PM)
Registration End Date October 31, 2025 (11:59 PM)
Application Fee INR 4,000 (General/OBC/PWD/PIO/OCI)INR 3,500 (SC/ST/BPL)
Exam Duration 2 hours (120 minutes)
Question Type Objective type (MCQs based on law subjects and comprehension)
Participating Institutes 24+ National Law Universities (NLUs) and other affiliated institutions

CLAT PG 2026 Expected Difficulty Level Analysis

As per the expert guidelines, the CLAT PG Exam will focus on comprehension-based legal reasoning and will be of a moderate to difficult level.

The CLAT Difficulty level will differ according to the length of passages, recent case laws, and application-based questions.

Expected Section-Wise Difficulty Level: CLAT PG 2026

Section Weightage Trend (Approx.) Expected Difficulty Key Challenge for Students
Constitutional Law 35–40% Moderate to Difficult Case-law driven questions requiring deep interpretation
Jurisprudence 10–15% Moderate Conceptual theory clarity and precise reasoning
Criminal Law (IPC + CrPC + Evidence) 10–15% High Application of landmark judgments and procedural & hydrated nuances
Public International Law 5–10% Moderate Treaty-based questions and current legal updates
Administrative Law 5–10% Moderate Principles-based comprehension passages
Law of Contracts & Torts 10–15% Moderate Fact-based principle application
Contemporary Legal Developments 5–10% Moderate to Difficult New bills/amendments & current Supreme Court judgments

CLAT PG 2026 Eligibility

To apply for the CLAT PG 2024 exam, aspirants need to meet the eligibility criteria, which are discussed below:

CLAT PG Eligibility

Eligibility Aspect Details
Nationality Indian Nationals, NRIs, PIOs, OCIs, and Foreign Nationals. NRI and foreign candidates must apply through the NRI quota.
Age Limit No upper age limit. Preference is given to higher age in case of the same marks and rank.
Educational Qualification Must have completed LLB (3-year or 5-year) from a recognized university by the Bar Council of India. Final-year LLB students are eligible but must submit a certificate at admission.
Minimum Qualifying Marks General/OBC/PWD/NRI/PIO/OCI: 50% in LLB graduation. SC/ST: 45% in LLB graduation.
Number of Attempts There is no limit on the number of attempts, provided basic eligibility criteria are met.
Tie-Breaking Criteria 1. Older candidates get preference.2. Computerized lottery (if age is also the same).

CLAT PG 2026 Eligibility for NRI

The CLAT PG 2026 eligibility criteria for the NRI candidates are given below in the table:

Eligibility Aspect Details
Applicable Candidates NRI, NRI Sponsored, and Foreign Nationals.
Admission Basis Merit score in the CLAT PG 2024 exam.
Seat Allotment Seats are allocated under the NRI quota by the concerned university.
Seat Conversion If foreign candidates’ seats are not available, they will be converted into NRI/NRI-sponsored seats.
Authority for Eligibility List The CLAT authority issues the list of eligible candidates for admission.

Check: CLAT PG Eligibility

Ques. Are there any age restrictions for CLAT PG 2026?

Ans. No, there is no upper age limit for appearing in the CLAT PG exam.

  • Candidates of any age who meet the educational requirements can apply.
  • In case of a tie, older candidates are given preference.

Ques. How many seats are allotted to NRI candidates?

Ans. The seat allotment for NRIs is done under the NRI quota directly from the concerned university, based on the CLAT PG 2026 scores.

  • If seats for foreign nationals remain vacant, they are converted into NRI/NRI-sponsored seats.

CLAT PG 2026 Exam Pattern

The table below outlines the CLAT PG exam pattern for the session 2026:

  • The exam primarily focuses on reading comprehension based on legal texts. Passages are usually taken from landmark court decisions, important statutes, and key regulations.
  • Questions are mostly MCQs, requiring analysis and application of legal knowledge.
  • On the exam, candidates may be asked to analyze a Supreme Court ruling on constitutional law and answer related questions.
Feature Details
Mode Offline (Pen and Paper)
Duration 120 minutes (2 hours)
Total Questions 120
Question Type Objective-type (Multiple Choice Questions)
Language English
Marking Scheme +1 mark for each correct answer−0.25 marks for each incorrect answerNo deduction for unattempted questions
Total Marks 120

Check: CLAT PG Exam Pattern

Ques. What is the duration of the CLAT PG 2026 exam?

Ans. The CLAT PG 2026 exam will be held for a total of 120 minutes (2 hours).

  • Candidates are required to complete all 120 questions within the time frame.
  • No extra time will be provided, so effective time management is crucial.

Ques. In which language will the CLAT PG 2026 be conducted?

Ans. The exam will be conducted only in the English language. The language applies to both passages and the MCQs (multiple-choice questions).

  • You must be comfortable with legal reading comprehension in English to attempt the exam successfully.

CLAT PG 2026 Syllabus

The syllabus is designed to test the candidate’s knowledge of the law at an undergraduate level in both practical and theoretical knowledge. The different objective-type questions will be based on passages that will be provided.

Candidates appearing for the CLAT PG 2025 Exam need to have in-depth knowledge about the following topics:

S.No. Subject Approx. Weightage
1 Constitutional Law 50–60%
2 Jurisprudence 10–15%
3 Administrative Law 5–10%
4 Law of Contract 5–10%
5 Torts 5–10%
6 Family Law 5–10%
7 Criminal Law 5–10%
8 Property Law 5–10%
9 Company Law 5–10%
10 Public International Law 5–10%
11 Tax Law 5–10%
12 Environmental Law 5–10%
13 Labour & Industrial Law 5–10%

Check: CLAT PG Syllabus

CLAT PG 2026 Section-Wise Mark Distribution

The questions for CLAT PG 2025 cover various topics at the undergraduate level. Topics asked during the exam include several different legal topics like Contract Law, Property Law, Family Law, etc.

The table below outlines the section-wise mark distribution for CLAT PG 2026:

Section Topics Covered Number of Questions Marks Allotted
Section A Constitutional Law 120 120
Section B Contract, Torts, Criminal Law, International Law, IPR, Jurisprudence – –
Section C Law Topics and Contemporary Issues – –

Check: Download CLAT PG Syllabus PDF

Ques. Is the syllabus for CLAT PG set annually?

Ans. According to the consortium's guidelines, the weighting of topics and inclusion of current legal issues may change annually, even though the fundamental subjects like constitutional law, jurisprudence, and contracts stay the same.

Ques. Does CLAT PG 2026 include essay-style questions?

Ans. No, only passage-based multiple-choice questions (MCQs) are now included in the exam due to the updated format. Earlier essay-type questions have been removed.

CLAT PG Expected Cutoff

The table below shows the expected CLAT PG cutoff for 2026 and shows that for the top-tier colleges like NLSIU Bengaluru and NLSAR Hyderabad, the candidate will require the highest cutoff of more than 95.

  • The CLAT PG cutoff of 90+ will secure a seat in WBNUJS Kolkata, followed by NLU Jodhpur, NLIU Bhopal, and GNLU Gandhinagar at 85+.
  • MNLU Mumbai and RMLNLU Lucknow will require a cutoff of more than 82 and 78, respectively.
  • At the mid-lower tier, NLU Odisha is expected to be around 75.
NLU Expected Cutoff (Marks) Approx. Position
NLSIU Bengaluru 95+ Top tier
NALSAR Hyderabad 95+ Top tier
WBNUJS Kolkata 90+ High tier
NLU Jodhpur 85+ Upper-mid tier
NLU Bhopal (NLIU) 85+ Upper-mid tier
GNLU Gandhinagar 85+ Upper-mid tier
MNLU Mumbai 82+ Mid-tier
RMLNLU Lucknow 78+ Mid-tier
NLU Odisha (Cuttack) 75+ Mid-lower tier

Check: CLAT PG Cutoffs

Ques. Is scoring the cutoff enough to secure admission?

Ans. Scoring the cutoff only makes candidates eligible for the counseling process but does not guarantee admission. Final seat allotment depends on several factors:

Factor Details
All India Rank (AIR) Higher ranks are prioritized during seat allocation.
Preference Order of NLUs Seats are allotted based on the candidate’s preferred list of universities submitted during counselling.
Seat Availability If seats in a preferred NLU are filled by higher-ranked candidates, the next available choice is allotted.

Ques. Do the CLAT PG cutoffs remain the same every year?

Ans. No, there is a change in the CLAT PG cutoffs. It varies annually as a result of several factors, including:

  • Exam difficulty level
  • Number of applicants
  • Total seat availability

CLAT PG 2026 Preparation Strategies

The important strategies for CLAT PG 2026 exam preparation for students of law are given below:

Strategy Details Suggested Hours per Week
Understand the Syllabus
  • Familiarize with sections
  • Question types
  • Marking scheme
 2-3 hours
Focus on High-weightage topics
  • Focus on Constitutional Law
  • Jurisprudence
  • Contract
  • Torts
 4-5 hours
Practice Reading Comprehension
  • Read legal articles, judgments, and case laws
  • Solve passages
 2-3 hours
Daily Revision
  • Create short notes or flashcards
  • Revise key laws, sections, and cases
 3-4 hours
Solve Mock Tests & Sample Papers
  • Solve past papers and take timed mock tests.
 3-4 hours
Focus on Accuracy
  • Practice selective answering
  • Avoid guesswork due to negative marking
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CLAT PG Question Paper

Candidates willing to appear for CLAT PG 2024 must practice the previous year's question paper to enhance their preparation. Check the table below to download the previous year's question paper along with the answer key.

Year Question Paper PDF
CLAT PG 2024 Click Here
CLAT PG 2023 Click Here
CLAT PG 2022 Click Here
CLAT PG 2021 Click Here
CLAT PG 2020 Click Here
CLAT PG 2019 Cleck Here

CLAT PG 2026 Important Books

Candidates preparing for CLAT PG 2024 can refer to the books tabulated below for their preparation.

CLAT PG Books

Syllabus Section Name of Book
Constitutional Law Indian Constitutional Law
Other Areas of Law Introduction to Jurisprudence
Administrative Law I P Massey
Contract Law in India Akhileshwar Pathak
The Law of Torts Ratanlal and Dhirajlal
Modern Indian Family Law Werner Menski
The Code of Criminal Procedure Ratanlal and Dhirajlal
Property Law Poonam Pradhan Saxena
Company Law B K Goya
An Introduction to Public International Law S K Verma
Kanga and Palkhivala's The Law and Practice of Income Tax Jamshedji Behramji Kanga and Nanabhoy Palkhivala
Indian Environmental Law: Key Concepts and Principles Shibani Ghosh

Check: CLAT PG Mock test

FAQs

Ques. Who is eligible for CLAT PG 2026?

Ans. The eligibility criteria for CLAT PG 2026 are given below:

Criteria Details
Educational Qualification LL.B. (5-year or 3-year) or an equivalent law degree from a recognized institution
Minimum Marks 50% aggregate for General/OBC/PwD/PIO/OCI
45% aggregate for SC/ST
Age Limit No upper age limit for appearing in CLAT PG

Ques. When is the CLAT PG 2026 registration deadline?

Ans. The table below shows the registration dates for CLAT PG 2026:

Event Date
Start Date of Registration August 1, 2025
End Date of Registration October 31, 2025
Exam Date December 7, 2025

Ques. Does CLAT PG happen twice a year?

Ans. Every year CLAT 2026 will be conducted once in December 2025. There are no plans for a second examination in 2026.

Ques. Is 400 a good CLAT PG rank?

Ans. A CLAT PG score of 400 is typically regarded as being below the cutoff for prestigious National Law Universities (NLUs).

  • However, with this rank, candidates from reserved categories like SC, ST, PBC, and PwD might have a better chance of getting admitted.

Ques. Is it possible to pass CLAT PG in three months?

Ans. In three months, you can get ready for the CLAT PG if you have a foundation in law.

Use a few of the following exam preparation strategies:

  • Understand the complete CLAT PG syllabus.
  • Prioritize important topics that have high weightage.
  • Take mock tests and solve previous years’ papers to build confidence and improve time management.

Keep yourself updated with current affairs and recent judgments and legal news. A focused and well-prepared study plan can help you to cover the syllabus effectively.