The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) released the final answer keys for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 on December 16 . This release provides the definitive set of correct answers for both undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) examinations. Candidates can now calculate their provisional scores against these official keys.
The final answer key for the CLAT 2026 UG examination remains unchanged from the provisional key, which was published on December 10 . One question was previously removed from the UG paper due to identified anomalies. As a result, the evaluation for all CLAT 2026 UG candidates will now be conducted out of a total of 119 marks , instead of the initial 120 marks.
Postgraduate (PG) Exam Key Corrections
For the postgraduate (PG) exam, the Consortium of NLUs implemented three specific modifications to the provisional answer key. These corrections directly affect the scoring for certain questions, ensuring a precise evaluation process. Candidates who selected the newly corrected options will be awarded marks accordingly.
These adjustments apply consistently across all question sets (A, B, C, and D) for the PG exam. An official notice confirmed that these changes received approval from the Governing Body of the Consortium of National Law Universities. Specifically regarding Question 26, the notice stated, “Candidates who have exercised the options either C or D will be awarded 1 mark accordingly.”
Detailed PG Answer Key Changes
| Question Number | Original Provisional Answer | Final Corrected Answer |
|---|---|---|
| 26 | C | C & D |
| 31 | A | C |
| 111 | B | C |
The final PDF of the answer key also indicated that some questions in individual PG sets were marked as “Withdrawn.” These withdrawals were due to anomalies identified prior to the final key release. The Consortium clarified that no additional questions were removed or dropped with the issuance of this final key.
Understanding CLAT and Answer Keys
CLAT, the Common Law Admission Test, is a national-level entrance examination. It serves as the primary gateway for admissions to five-year integrated undergraduate (BA LLB, BBA LLB, B.Sc LLB, BSW LLB, B.Com LLB) and one-year postgraduate (LLM) law programs. These programs are offered by 24 participating National Law Universities across India. The Consortium of NLUs is the autonomous body responsible for organizing the examination and managing the subsequent admission process.
Answer keys are fundamental tools for maintaining transparency and fairness in competitive examinations. Initially, a provisional answer key is released, allowing candidates a specific window to review and submit objections against any perceived inaccuracies. Following this objection period, subject matter experts meticulously review all submitted challenges. The final answer key then incorporates any validated corrections, providing the definitive set of answers used for calculating candidate scores.
Next Steps for CLAT 2026 Candidates
With the release of the final answer keys, candidates can now accurately compute their probable scores. The official CLAT 2026 results are anticipated to be announced shortly after these final keys are made public. Candidates must consistently check the official website of the Consortium of National Law Universities for result notifications and subsequent counseling schedules.
The counseling process is a crucial multi-stage procedure that facilitates admissions to the various National Law Universities based on candidate ranks and preferences. This process includes online registration, choice filling for preferred NLUs and courses, seat allotment rounds, and document verification. Adhering strictly to the timelines and instructions provided by the Consortium is essential for all successful candidates seeking admission.