The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) will close the objection window for the CLAT 2026 provisional answer key today, December 11, at 5 PM IST . This deadline is critical for all candidates who appeared for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT 2026) and wish to challenge any discrepancies in the provisional answer key. Candidates must submit their objections exclusively through the official website, consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
A significant change for CLAT 2026 is the revision of the objection fee. The Consortium has reduced the fee from Rs 1,000 to Rs 500 per objection . This fee is non-refundable, regardless of the outcome of the challenge. Candidates must pay the fee after submitting all their objections to ensure they are considered.
CLAT 2026: Exam Reach and Participation
CLAT 2026 stands as a national-level entrance examination. It was conducted across a wide network of 156 examination centers . These centers spanned 25 states and 93 cities across India, including all Union Territories. The broad distribution ensured accessibility for candidates nationwide.
The exam recorded strong participation rates. For the undergraduate (UG) program, attendance reached 96.83% of registered candidates. In the postgraduate (PG) category, 92.45% of registered candidates appeared for the test. A total of 75,009 candidates had applied for the CLAT UG 2026 examination. For CLAT PG 2026, 17,335 candidates had registered.
| Category | Attendance Rate | Total Applicants |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (UG) | 96.83% | 75,009 |
| Postgraduate (PG) | 92.45% | 17,335 |
Post-Objection Process: Results and Final Key
The Consortium of NLUs will proceed with the declaration of CLAT 2026 results after carefully evaluating all objections received from students. The results will be based on a final answer key, which will be released alongside the official results. This final key will incorporate any changes deemed necessary after the objection review process. Candidates should monitor the official website for announcements regarding the results release date.
Steps to Challenge the CLAT 2026 Provisional Answer Key
Candidates wishing to raise an objection against the CLAT 2026 provisional answer key must follow these precise steps:
- Visit the official CLAT 2026 website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
- Log in to your individual CLAT account using your credentials.
- Navigate to the section labeled ‘ Submit Objections ’.
- Click on the specific ‘ Submit Objection ’ button to initiate the process.
- Carefully select your Question Booklet set from the available options.
- Indicate the ‘Type of Objection’ you are submitting. Options include ‘About the Answer Key’ if you believe the given answer is incorrect, or ‘About the Question’ if you believe the question itself is flawed.
- Enter the exact question number to which your objection pertains.
- Provide clear and concise details supporting your objection in the designated text box. Include any relevant references or explanations.
- Click ‘ Submit Objection ’ for each individual challenge you wish to raise.
- After submitting all your objections, proceed to make the required payment. A fee of Rs 500 per objection applies. All objections require payment to be officially registered and reviewed.
Understanding CLAT: Purpose and Scoring
CLAT is a crucial national-level entrance examination for aspiring law students in India. It serves as the standardized test for admission to both undergraduate and postgraduate law courses offered by 25 National Law Universities across the country. Success in CLAT is a primary criterion for gaining entry into these prestigious institutions.
The CLAT marking scheme is straightforward. Candidates receive 1 mark for every correct answer they provide. However, an incorrect response leads to a penalty. For each wrong answer, 0.25 marks are deducted from the total score. There is no negative marking for questions that candidates leave unattempted. This scoring system emphasizes accuracy while discouraging random guessing.
Candidates are strongly advised to complete their objection submissions and fee payments well before the 5 PM deadline today to avoid any last-minute technical issues. Timely action ensures their concerns regarding the provisional answer key are formally registered and considered by the Consortium.