CLAT 2026 Exam Day Guidelines: Complete Code of Conduct, Dress Code & Instructions

The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 exam is scheduled for Sunday, December 7, 2025.

The Consortium of National Law Universities has already mentioned the Exam Day Guidelines on their official website, which outline essential instructions such as reporting timing, ID requirements, allowed items, prohibited items, and behaviour inside the test centre.

You can check the official Test Day Guide from the below mentioned brief below, which contains all the mandatory instructions you must follow on the exam day.

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CLAT 2026 Reporting Time and Exam Duration

Reach the exam centre at least one hour before the exam. You shall not be allowed to enter the hall/classroom after 2:15 PM under any circumstances.

Source: CLAT Official Website

CLAT 2026 Bell Timings: Your Complete Schedule

You need to understand the bell timings for a smooth exam experience. Here's the detailed timeline you must follow:

Critical Note: You will be permitted to enter the test centre premises from 1:00 PM onwards and must be seated by 1:30 PM. Once you enter the hall/classroom after 2:00 PM, you cannot leave until 4:00 PM.

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Essential Documents to Carry

Take a coloured printout of the admit card along with the exam day instructions on the second page. Staple both pages together to avoid mishandling.

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Acceptable ID Proofs for CLAT 2026

The following government-issued photo identification documents are accepted:

1. Aadhaar Card
2. Passport
3. PAN Card
4. Ration Card/PDS Photo Card
5. Voter ID Card
6. Driving License
7. Photo ID issued by a recognised educational institution
8. Photo Bank ATM Card
9. Kisan Photo Passbook
10. CGHS/ECHS Photo Card
11. Address Card with photo issued by the Department of Posts
12. Certificate of identity with photo issued by a gazetted officer/tehsildar
13. Disability ID Card/Handicapped Medical Certificate

Note: Ensure your ID proof is original, valid, and the photograph is clearly visible.

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CLAT 2026 Dress Code: What to Wear

You must follow the dress code as mentioned in the guidelines. Non-compliance with dress code instructions might lead to on-the-spot disqualification.

Dress Code Guidelines

Comfortable and Decent Attire:

• Wear light, comfortable clothing suitable for sitting for extended periods
• Half-sleeved shirt or t-shirt without big buttons or emblems
• Avoid flashy, provocative, or exposed attire
• Choose decent and presentable clothing for a professional appearance

Allowed vs Not Allowed Items

Important: Minimise accessories such as jewellery, scarves, or hats. For females, wear simple, minimalistic clothes and avoid fancy ornaments.

Strictly Prohibited Items at Exam Centre

The following items are banned and must not be carried inside the examination hall:

Electronic Devices:

• Mobile phones, smartphones
• Smartwatches, fitness bands, health bands
• Bluetooth devices, headphones, headsets
• Cameras, pagers, microphones
• Calculators (No calculators allowed in CLAT 2026)
• Electronic pens, pen drives, scanners

Personal Items:

• Food items
• Any metallic items or objects
• Goggles, handbags, caps, wallets, belts
• Bags, purses, or pouches

Stationery Items:

• Textual material, books, notes
• Pencil box, geometry box
• Pencils, erasers, scales
• Writing pads, bits of paper
• Log tables

:Jewellery and Accessories

• Rings, nose pins, chains, necklaces
• Badges, brooches
• Excessive jewellery or ornaments

Critical Warning: If you are caught in possession of any banned items in the exam room, officials will call it misconduct and take action against you for using unfair means. No storage or locker facility is available at examination centres.

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Special Guidelines for PWD/SAP Candidates

CLAT 2026 provides special guidelines for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) and Specially Abled Persons (SAPs):

Extended Time:

• PWDs and SAPs receive 2 hours 40 minutes (40 minutes extra time)
• Regular exam timing: 2:00 PM to 4:40 PM

Documentation Required:

• The original Disability Certificate must be brought to the test centre
• The certificate must be shown during identity verification

Scribe Facility:

• PWDs/SAPs should arrange for a scribe if needed
• Candidate bears costs associated with scribe services
• Email duly filled proforma as per instructions to avail the facility
• Provide a certificate regarding physical limitations in writing

Certificate Format for Physical Limitations: Check Official PDF

"This is to certify that I have examined Mr./Ms./Mx. [name], a person with [nature and percentage of disability], S/o/D/o, resident of [Village/District/State] and state that he/she/they has a physical limitation which impedes his/her/their writing capabilities owing to his/her/their disability."

Signed by: Chief Medical Officer/Civil Surgeon/Medical Superintendent Name & Designation of Government Hospital/Healthcare Centre with Seal

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Documents to Retain After CLAT 2026

You must retain the following documents after completing the test:

Critical: The signed admit card is mandatory for the admission process. Keep it safe until admission is complete.

To sum up, CLAT 2026 is your gateway to getting admission to National Law Universities across India. Following these exam day guidelines carefully ensures you can focus entirely on performing your best without challenges.