The Consortium of National Law Universities (CNLUs) will release the CLAT 2026 Provisional Answer Key on December 10, 2025, at 5 PM. Candidates who appeared for the exam can download the answer key and submit objections through the official portal at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
The objection window will remain open from 5 PM on December 10 to 5 PM on December 12, 2025, allowing candidates to challenge any discrepancies in the provisional key. The Consortium has clearly stated that the portal will automatically close once the deadline ends.
CLAT 2026 was successfully conducted on December 7, 2025, across 156 centres, spanning 25 States, 93 cities, and 4 Union Territories.
CLAT 2026 Exam Statistics
- Total Registered Candidates: 92,344
- UG Applicants: 75,009
- PG Applicants: 17,335
- Male–Female Ratio: Approximately 0.72:1
- PwD Category Participation: 548 candidates
To ensure equitable participation, the Consortium appointed a Nodal Officer to facilitate reasonable accommodation for PwD candidates.
How to Download CLAT 2026 Provisional Answer Key & Raise Objections
Follow the steps below to download the answer key and submit objections:
- Visit the official website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in/clat-2026/
- Log in using your registration number and password.
- Download the provisional answer key and compare it with your recorded responses.
- Click on “Submit Objections”.
- Select the question(s) you wish to challenge and provide proper justification.
- Review your challenge and submit it.
- Pay the required fee (if applicable).
Candidates must ensure that objections are supported by valid references and submitted before the closing time.
CLAT 2026 Answer Key Release & Objection Schedule
| Event | Date & Time |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | December 10, 2025 (5 PM) |
| Objection Window Opens | December 10, 2025 (5 PM) |
| Objection Window Closes | December 12, 2025 (5 PM) |
| Official Website | consortiumofnlus.ac.in |
Important Points for Candidates
- Submit objections only through the designated portal; email submissions will not be accepted.
- Ensure accuracy while selecting the question number and uploading references.
- Payment (if applicable) must be completed before submitting the objection.
- Keep a copy of your objection receipt for future verification.
Quick Reference Summary
| Detail | Information |
| Conducting Authority | Consortium of National Law Universities (CNLUs) |
| Exam Date | December 7, 2025 |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | December 10 (5 PM) |
| Objection Deadline | December 12 (5 PM) |
| Total Registered Candidates | 92,344 |
| PwD Participation | 548 candidates |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
| When will the CLAT 2026 answer key be released? |
| On December 10, 2025, at 5 PM. |
| How long is the objection window open? |
| From December 10 (5 PM) to December 12 (5 PM). |
| Where can I download the CLAT 2026 answer key? |
| From consortiumofnlus.ac.in. |
| Can I file objections offline? |
| No, objections must be submitted online through the official portal only. |
| Is there a fee for raising objections? |
| Yes, candidates must pay the applicable fee per objection. |
| How many candidates registered for CLAT 2026? |
| A total of 92,344 candidates registered. |
| How many examination centres were there? |
| 156 centres across 25 States, 93 cities, and 4 Union Territories. |
| Were accommodations provided for PwD candidates? |
| Yes, a Nodal Officer was appointed to ensure reasonable accommodation. |
The release of the CLAT 2026 provisional answer key marks the next major step for candidates awaiting their results. Aspirants must carefully review the key and raise objections—if any—before December 12 at 5 PM. For the latest updates, visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in and bookmark this page for easy access to CLAT notifications, for more details CLICK HERE
