
The CLAT 2026 Admit Card release date has been announced by the Consortium of NLUs CLAT 2026 on its official website – consortiumofnlus.ac.in. All candidates who have successfully completed the registration process can access the CLAT 2026 admit card download option by logging into their registered accounts. The admit card will remain available for download until the CLAT 2026 exam date, scheduled for December 7, 2025.
Candidates can use the official CLAT 2026 admit card download link to get their hall ticket. It is important to verify details such as roll number, exam centre name and address, exam timings, and exam-day instructions printed on the admit card. In case of any discrepancy, aspirants must immediately contact the helpdesk of the Consortium of NLUs CLAT 2026 for rectification.

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9.1 CLAT 2026 Exam Day Guidelines for Candidates with Disabilities
9.2 How to Request a Scribe for CLAT 2026 Exam?
10.1 FAQs
Important Dates related to CLAT Admit Card 2026 are tabulated below:
| Event | Date |
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| Issue of CLAT 2026 Admit Card | November 2025 |
| CLAT 2026 Examination Date | December 7, 2025 |
Check: CLAT 2026 Exam Dates
CLAT 2026 admit card is expected to be released on the official website in November 2025. Candidates who have successfully completed their CLAT 2026 Registration can follow the below-mentioned steps to download the CLAT Admit Card:
Candidates can find the following details mentioned on the CLAT admit card 2026:
The CLAT exam is held across 130 exam centres across the country. Candidates can find the CLAT 2026 Exam Centres from the table below:
| CLAT Exam Cities | ||
|---|---|---|
| Allahabad | Aurangabad | Varanasi |
| Agra | Ahmedabad | Thane |
| Vishakapatnam | Amritsar | Vijayawada |
| Barasat | Barrackpore | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Bengaluru | Bhopal | Trichy |
| Bhubaneswar | Bilaspur | Srinagar |
| Chandigarh | Calicut | Sonepat |
| Chennai | Coimbatore | Shillong |
| Dehradun | Durg | Siliguri |
| Ernakulam | Faridabad | Shimla |
| Gangtok | Gorakhpur | Ranchi |
| Gandhinagar | Ghaziabad | Raipur |
| Gurugram | Guwahati | Pune |
| Greater Noida | Haldwani | Patna |
| Hisar | Hyderabad | Patiala |
| Indore | Imphal | Noida |
| Jabalpur | Jalandhar | New Delhi |
| Jaipur | Jammu | Navi Mumbai |
| Jodhpur | Jamshedpur | Nagpur |
| Kanpur | Kota | Mysore |
| Kolkata | Kurukshetra | Mumbai |
| Lucknow | Madurai | Muzaffarpur |
| Mohali | Hooghly | Amrawati (Maharashtra) |
| Hubli / Dharwad | Puducherry | Rajahmundry |
| Salem | Kanyakumari | Surat |
| Chittor/Tirupathi | Cuttack | Kottayam |
| Kurnool | Tirunelveli | Vadodara |
| Vellore | Mangalore | Meerut |
| Gwalior | Diu | Silvassa |
After downloading the CLAT Admit Card 2026, all candidates are advised to check all the information contained in it. In case, any incorrect or missing information related to the date of birth, name, or photograph is noticed, candidates should immediately contact the exam authorities for rectification.
Candidates can contact the CLAT 2026 helpdesk at the below-mentioned contact information:
If a candidate has forgotten the CLAT login password, he/she should follow the below steps:
The following items are to be carried while attending the CLAT 2026 exam:
| Item | Description / Notes |
|---|---|
| CLAT 2026 Admit Card | Mandatory for entry; downloaded from the official website. |
| Passport-size Photograph | Same as uploaded in the CLAT 2026 application form. |
| Valid Photo ID Proof | Aadhaar Card, Passport, Driving License, Voter ID, or PAN Card. |
| Disability Certificate | Required for PwD candidates (if applicable). |
| Blue/Black Ball Pen | For marking answers and rough work. |
| Analog Watch | Digital/smart watches are not allowed; only simple analog watches are permitted. |
| Transparent Water Bottle | Allowed for hydration during the exam. |
| Mask, Gloves & Sanitizer | Personal safety kit for hygiene and COVID-19 precautions. |
| Self-Health Declaration | As per exam authority guidelines; usually provided with the admit card. |
Candidates should not carry the following items to the CLAT Exam Centre:
| Prohibited Item | Details / Examples |
|---|---|
| Books, Notes, or Study Material | Any printed, handwritten, or photocopied study material, rough sheets, or guides. |
| Valuable Items | Wallets, jewellery, cash, or other personal valuables. |
| Electronic Devices | Mobile phones, calculators, smartwatches, tablets, digital diaries, Bluetooth devices, or any electronic gadget. |
Candidates are required to follow the below-mentioned instructions for the CLAT 2026 exam day:
The Consortium of NLUs has issued CLAT 2026 exam day instructions for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) with less than 40 percent disability. As per the revised guidelines, candidates who wish for a scribe or reader assistance must notify the Consortium of NLUs by uploading the necessary document(s) to their applicant portal.
Candidates can follow the below-mentioned steps to apply for a scribe for the CLAT 2026 exam:
In case of any issues, candidates can contact the CLAT helpline centre to clarify the issue. The contact details are mentioned below:
Email: clat@consortiumofnlus.ac.in
Phone: 08047162020 (between 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM on all working days)
Also Check: CLAT 2026 Last Minute Preparation Tips
Ques. When will the CLAT 2026 Admit Card be released?
Ans. The CLAT 2026 Admit Card is expected to be released in November 2025, around 2–3 weeks before the exam date. Candidates will be able to download the admit card from the official website of the Consortium of NLUs by logging in with their registered credentials. The admit card will carry important details such as the candidate’s roll number, exam date and timing, allotted test centre, and exam-day guidelines. Without the CLAT 2026 admit card, candidates will not be allowed to appear for the exam.
Ques. Did the Examination conducting authority include any new exam centres for CLAT 2026?
Ans. Yes, the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) has added 18 new test centres for CLAT 2026 to make the exam more accessible across different regions of India. This expansion will help students from tier-2 and tier-3 cities appear for the exam without travelling far. Some of the newly added centres include:
With these additions, candidates have a wider choice of centres to select while filling out the CLAT 2026 application form.
Ques. How many NLUs will participate in CLAT 2026?
Ans. A total of 24 National Law Universities (NLUs) will be participating in CLAT 2026 admissions. These NLUs collectively offer undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programs, including BA LLB (Hons.), BBA LLB, B.Com LLB, B.Sc LLB, and LLM courses. Admission to these NLUs is strictly based on the merit secured in the CLAT 2026 exam and the subsequent counselling process.
Ques. Is there any provision to change the exam centre after filling out the CLAT 2026 application form?
Ans. Yes, candidates are allowed to update or change their CLAT 2026 exam centre preferences until the closure of the online application form window. This flexibility is provided to ensure students can make adjustments in case of any unforeseen circumstances such as relocation or personal convenience. However, once the application deadline is over, no further changes will be permitted. Candidates are advised to carefully review their exam city choices before final submission.
Ques. What law courses can be studied after clearing CLAT 2026?
Ans. By qualifying in CLAT 2026, candidates can pursue a wide range of law programs at the UG and PG level across NLUs and other participating institutions. Some of the major courses offered through CLAT include:
These courses open up diverse career paths in corporate law firms, litigation, judiciary, academics, and policy-making.
Ques. Are candidates allowed to carry calculators in the examination hall during the CLAT 2026 exam?
Ans. No, calculators or any type of electronic devices such as smart watches, mobile phones, pagers, or digital diaries are strictly prohibited inside the CLAT 2026 examination hall. The exam is designed to test candidates’ aptitude, comprehension, and reasoning skills without external aids. Candidates should rely only on their problem-solving abilities, as carrying restricted items can lead to disqualification.
Ques. What to carry on CLAT 2026 exam day?
Ans. On the exam day, candidates must carry the following items to the test centre:
Along with these, candidates are advised to carry a black or blue ballpoint pen and follow the guidelines mentioned on the admit card. Entry without the CLAT 2026 admit card and valid ID proof will not be permitted.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.