NALSAR Hyderabad has issued a critical directive for all Scheduled Caste (SC) candidates applying for law admissions. These candidates must update their reservation category details by December 1 . This requirement applies to both undergraduate and postgraduate law courses offered through the CLAT 2026 examination.
The update is specifically for candidates seeking admission to the National Academy of Legal Studies and Research (NALSAR) Hyderabad. Failure to update these details may affect their reservation claims.
Telangana SC Reservation Categories
The Scheduled Caste category in Telangana (SC-TL) is now divided into three distinct sub-groups. These new classifications are SC-TL Group I, SC-TL Group 2, and SC-TL Group 3. This subdivision stems from the Telangana State Rationalisation of Reservations of SC Act.
Candidates must review the official Telangana State Rationalisation of Reservations of SC Act document. This document is available on the official NALSAR website. It provides full clarification on these updated sub-groups.
CLAT 2026 Examination Details
The Consortium of National Law Universities conducts the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) annually. CLAT 2026 facilitates admissions into various undergraduate and postgraduate law programs across participating institutions. The exam acts as the primary gateway for entry into these courses.
The CLAT 2026 examination is scheduled for December 7 . It will be held in a single shift, from 2 pm to 4 pm . Candidates registered under the Persons with Disabilities (PwD) category will receive additional time. PwD candidates will have an extra 40 minutes to complete their examination.
How to Update Reservation Details
SC candidates must follow a specific online procedure to update their reservation category for NALSAR Hyderabad admissions. The steps are straightforward and must be completed accurately before the deadline.
- First, access the official CLAT website. Log in using your designated CLAT account credentials.
- Locate and click the button labeled ‘Update SC-TL Reservation’. This action initiates the update process.
- A drop-down menu will appear. From this menu, select the specific reservation category you intend to claim. Ensure this selection accurately reflects your updated status.
- Finally, click the ‘Save’ button. This action confirms and saves all changes to your reservation details.
Candidates must ensure all information provided is correct. Inaccurate or incomplete details could impact their eligibility for reservation benefits.
Support and Inquiries
Candidates with questions regarding the reservation update process or CLAT 2026 can seek assistance. The Consortium of NLUs offers dedicated support channels.
For email inquiries, contact clat@consortiumofnlus.ac.in. A helpdesk is also available via telephone at 08047162020 . The helpdesk operates between 10 am and 5 pm on all working days.
Completing the reservation update by the December 1 deadline is mandatory for eligible candidates. This ensures proper consideration for admission under the updated SC-TL sub-categories at NALSAR Hyderabad.