The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 is scheduled for December 7, 2025 . This national-level entrance examination will run from 2 PM to 4 PM at various centers nationwide. The two-hour test is crucial for students seeking admission to undergraduate and postgraduate law programs offered by National Law Universities (NLUs).
Candidates must arrive at their designated exam centers well in advance. Reporting time is set for 1 PM on the exam day. Entry into the examination hall will strictly close at 2 PM. No candidate will be permitted to enter once the exam commences, to ensure the integrity of the test process.
Mandatory Documents for Entry
Strict document verification procedures will be in place at all CLAT 2026 exam centers. Every candidate must present a hard copy of their CLAT 2026 admit card. Alongside the admit card, a valid government-issued photo identification proof is compulsory. Security personnel will deny entry to any candidate without these required documents.
The CLAT 2026 admit card serves as the official pass, containing personal details, exam schedule, and the specific center address. It also includes important instructions for candidates. For those who have not yet downloaded this mandatory document, it is available on the official website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in .
Accepted Photo ID Proofs
Candidates must carry one original, valid photo identification from the following list for verification purposes:
| Document Type | Issuing Authority / Description |
|---|---|
| Aadhaar Card | Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) |
| Passport | Government of India |
| PAN Card | Income Tax Department, Government of India |
| Voter ID Card | Election Commission of India |
| Driving License | State Transport Authority |
| Educational Institution ID | Photo ID issued by a recognized educational institution |
| Department of Posts Card | Address Card with name and photo issued by Department of Posts |
Exam Day Items: Permitted and Prohibited
To maintain a fair and secure examination environment, a definitive list of items allowed and disallowed inside the exam hall has been issued. Candidates must review these lists carefully to avoid any issues on exam day.
Permitted Items
Candidates are allowed to bring only the following items into the examination venue:
- CLAT 2026 Admit Card (hard copy)
- Valid Photo ID proof (original)
- Black or Blue ballpoint pens
- Transparent water bottle (plain, no labels)
- Analogue watch (simple, non-digital)
Prohibited Items
The following items are strictly prohibited inside the exam hall. Possession of any prohibited item may lead to immediate disqualification from the examination:
- Mobile phones
- Calculators
- Smart watches or any digital watches
- Electronic devices of any kind
- Bluetooth devices or Headphones
- Study materials (including notes, books, loose papers)
Examination Format and Integrity
CLAT 2026 will be conducted in an offline, pen-and-paper format. Candidates will receive an OMR (Optical Mark Recognition) sheet to mark their answers. It is essential to use only black or blue ballpoint pens for marking responses on the OMR sheet. The two-hour exam period must be managed effectively by candidates.
Candidates are strongly advised to meticulously read all instructions printed on their admit card and follow them precisely. Adhering to these guidelines ensures a smooth, fair, and successful examination experience for all participants. Any deviation from the rules may lead to serious consequences.