When CLAT Scorecard will be issued?

Candidates will release the CLAT Result online and at the same time scorecard can be downloaded. Since there is no provision to get the scorecard in offline mode, you have to visit the consortiumofnlus.ac.in.

Do I need a scorecard to appear in CLAT Counselling?

Apart from the other important documents required for CLAT Counselling, the CLAT Scorecard is must. Candidates must ensure to cross check the details mentioned on the scorecard before downloading it. In case of discrepancies, reach out to the consortium before the counselling day.

How many times I can appear for CLAT Exam?

There is no restriction as such for the CLAT exam. Thus, one can give CLAT any number of times they want to. Candidates should not feel bad if they are not able to clear the CLAT exam in first time.

What all details will be mentioned on CLAT Result 2027?

The CLAT Result will carry following details personal information (Name, Roll No., DOB), application data (App No., Category), exam performance (Sectional & Total Marks), and rankings (All India Rank, Category Rank)

What is the expected date for CLAT Result?

The CLAT Result is normally released just a few days after the final answer key has been displayed. Candidates must note that the result is not announced until the final answer key is published.

Is the CLAT 2027 official Answer Key Out?

No, the CLAT Answer Key is out yet. The answer key will be released mostly within 24 hours after the exam is over.

Can I raise objection on CLAT 2027 Final Answer Key?

The Consortium will open the Objection Window only to raise objection on CLAT Provisional Answer Key. Candidates still have an option to object to the CLAT Final Answer Key. But for that, you have to write an email to the consortium at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.

When do Consortium releases CLAT Answer Key?

The Consortium will release the CLAT Answer Key within few hours of conducting the exam. The CLAT Answer Key will be released in two phases: first the provisional Answer Key and then the Final Answer Key. Both will be release on consortiumofnlus.ac.in.

How to Raise Objections Against CLAT 2027 Answer Key?

Candidates will be able to raise objections against the CLAT answer key by following the process given below, Visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Enter your registered mobile number and password. Once you are logged in, click on the View Objections tab. Select the question (s), you have an objection on. Select the type of objection. Enter objection details, and submit. After submitting all the objections, make the payment.

How to download CLAT 2027 Answer Key PDF?

Candidates can download the CLAT Answer Key PDF through these steps Visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in Check for CLAT Provisional Answer Key PDF tab Click on the same Download the PDF of CLAT Answer Key Cross check your answer

Do I need to pay any fees to raise objection on CLAT Answer Key?

Yes, candidates will have to pay INR 1,000 as fee while raising the objection on the CLAT 2027 answer key. However, the fee paid on raising objection for the error in the CLAT answer key is refundable. The fee paid by the candidates while objecting for any concern on the provisional answer key will only be refunded if the objection is accepted. In the other scenario, no refund will be issued.

Is CLAT 2027 Answer Key published in any offline platform too?

No, the CLAT Answer Key is not published offline. The CLAT admission process is completely online. Candidates can visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in to access the CLAT Answer Key.

When CLAT Answer Key 2027 will be released?

The CLAT Provisional Answer Key PDF will be released soon after the exam. CLAT Answer Key 2027 PDF is released in two phases. First CLAT Provisional Answer Key and then the Final Answer Key. The CLAT 2027 Answer Key is released on consortiumofnlus.ac.in.

CLAT 2027 Answer Key is released online or offline?

The CLAT Admission Process 2027 is completely online. Candidates can check CLAT Answer Key PDF online only. The CLAT Answer Key will be published on consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Candidates can cross-check their attempted answers with the answer key to understand their expected score.

Will Consortium revise the CLAT Final Answer Key 2026?

It is not confirmed yet. However, the Allahabad HC has asked the consortium to revise the CLAT 2026 merit list due to a dispute over the final answer key. While the Consortium initially stated it would defend the existing answer key, the court ordered that two options be treated as correct which might result in revised answer key and result.

Do I need login credentials to download CLAT Answer Key PDF?

No. There is no need to enter any login details to download the CLAT Answer Key PDF. Candidates just have to visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in to access the answer key.

How to access CLAT Answer Key 2027?

Candidates can access the CLAT Answer Key PDF by following these steps Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in Click on CLAT Answer Key PDF tab Download the PDF Cross check your answers

When CLAT Objection Window will open?

Candidates must note that CLAT 2027 Objection Window will open once the answer key is released. Candidates can raise objection on CLAT Answer Key on or before the last date. Once the objections are received, the consortium will publish the CLAT Final Answer Key. Based on that, the CLAT Result will be announced.

CLAT 2027 Answer Key: Download All Sets (A,B,C,D) Final Answer Key PDF

Q: Which are the top ranked NLUs in India?

As per NIRF ranking 2025, NLSIU Bangalore is the No. 1 ranked NLU colleges in India . The table below has other NLUs in India rankwise. Top NLUs in India NIRF 2023 NIRF 2024 NIRF 2025 NLSIU Bangalore Ranking 1 1 1 National Law University, Delhi Ranking 2 2 2 NLU Kolkata Ranking 4 4 4 GNLU Gandhinagar Ranking 7 8 5 NLU Bhopal Ranking 18 21 27 NUSRL Ranchi Ranking 24 22 30 NLU Odisha Ranking 30 26 15 NLU Assam Ranking 28 27 35 Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website of the ranking body listed and may vary.

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CLAT Answer Key 2027: The Consortium of NLUs will publish the CLAT 2027 Answer Key soon after the exam is over. CLAT Exam 2027 will be conducted on December 6, 2026. Candidates must note that the CLAT Answer Key 2027 PDF is published in two phases; Provisional and Final. Candidates can raise objections against the provisional answer key. Once the objections are received and cross-checked, the Consortium will publish the CLAT 2027 Final Answer Key.

The official CLAT 2027 Final Answer Key PDF can be accessed on consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Based on the CLAT Final Answer Key the CLAT Result will be declared. Stay informed about the CLAT 2027 answer keys, steps to download, next step.

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How to Download CLAT 2027 Answer Key ?

Candidates can download the CLAT answer 2027 key through these steps

Visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in
Click on CLAT answer key link present on the official website.
View, download and save the answer key and question paper PDF.
Link to download CLAT answer key will be provided here

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CLAT 2027 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of CLAT 2027 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
To Be Notified	CLAT Provisional Answer Key 2027 TENTATIVE
To Be Notified	CLAT 2027 Objection Window TENTATIVE
To Be Notified	CLAT 2027 Final Answer Key TENTATIVE
To Be Notified	CLAT 2027 Result TENTATIVE
To Be Notified	CLAT 2027 Counselling Registration TENTATIVE

How to Raise Objections on CLAT 2027 Answer Key ?

Candidates can raise objections on the CLAT Answer Key against the questions/answers with which they are not satisfied. Check out the quick steps below

Visit the consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
Log in using your registered mobile number and password.
Click on the Submit Objections button.
Select the type of objection (1) About the question or (2) About the answer key.
Enter objection details.
Click on the submit button.
Click on the Make Payment button to make a payment of INR 1,000 per question.

What is CLAT Answer Key 2027 Objection submission fee?

Candidates have to pay INR 500 for each objection raised. The fee will be refunded if the query raised is valid. Without paying the fees, you can not raise objections.

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How to Calculate CLAT 2027 Score Using Answer Key?

With the help of the CLAT answer key, candidates can calculate their score. However, for the same, candidates need to be aware of the CLAT 2027 marking scheme.

CLAT Marking Scheme

As per the CLAT marking scheme released by the Consortium of NLUs

One mark is allotted for every correct answer
0.25 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer
Zero marks for questions left unattempted

CLAT Passing Marks out of 120

The Consortium of NLUs does not release any passing marks for the CLAT exam. Candidates are always selected based on merit rank. CLAT NLU Allotment is done based on merit cum preference. However, those candidates who secure 85+ marks have a good chance of getting admission to top NLUs in the country.

Formula to Calculate CLAT 2027 Marks

The key formula to calculate the CLAT 2027 score by using the exam answer key is

How to calculate CLAT score - Formula	How to calculate CLAT score - Example
Total correct answers - (Total incorrect answers x 0.25) = Total score	100 correct answers - (30 incorrect answers X 0.25) = 92.5

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CLAT Question Paper Booklet (UG/PG)

CLAT Previous Year Official Answer Key PDFs

Candidates can check the previous years' CLAT Answer Key 2026 PDF along with the question paper here

CLAT Paper 2026	CLAT 2026 Provisional Answer key
CLAT UG Question Paper 2026	CLAT UG Answer Key 2026
CLAT PG Question Paper 2026	CLAT PG Answer Key 2026

CLAT Paper 2025	CLAT 2025 Provisional Answer key
CLAT UG Question Paper 2025	CLAT UG Answer Key 2025
CLAT PG Question Paper 2025	CLAT PG Answer Key 2025

CLAT Result & Merit List 2027

DeskCalendar Result: To be notified

The CLAT 2027 result will be released soon after the CLAT Final Answer Key 2027 is announced. Candidates must note that CLAT 2027 Result will be published on consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Candidates will be able to check the result by logging into their registered accounts.

Based on the result, all the qualifying candidates will be called for CLAT counselling. In the counselling session, all the qualifying candidates will be allotted seats in their respective courses offered at CLAT colleges.

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CLAT 2027 Cut off Category-wise

Each NLU has a different cut-off for each category. The CLAT 2027 Cutoff for NLUs refer to the minimum marks required for admission to a particular National Law University. The CLAT 2027 cutoff category-wise can be checked below

Category	Rank
General	1 – 1000
OBC	1000 – 2000
EWS	1200 – 2500
SC	2800 – 5000
ST	4000 – 6000
PwD	Differs a lot, based on type of disability and reservation policy

CLAT 2027 Important FAQs

Candidates can check important FAQs related to CLAT 2027 here

Q: Can I raise objection on CLAT Answer Key in offline mode?

No, there is no way to raise objection on CLAT Answer Key in offline mode. You need to visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in to do the same.

Q: Can I challenge CLAT 2027 Result?

Yes, you can. But you have to contact the Consortium helpdesk as officially no window will be opened to challenge the result.

Q: Which are the top ranked NLUs in India?

As per NIRF ranking 2025, NLSIU Bangalore is the No. 1 ranked NLU colleges in India. The table below has other NLUs in India rankwise.

Top NLUs in India	NIRF 2023	NIRF 2024	NIRF 2025
NLSIU Bangalore Ranking	1	1	1
National Law University, Delhi Ranking	2	2	2
NLU Kolkata Ranking	4	4	4
GNLU Gandhinagar Ranking	7	8	5
NLU Bhopal Ranking	18	21	27
NUSRL Ranchi Ranking	24	22	30
NLU Odisha Ranking	30	26	15
NLU Assam Ranking	28	27	35

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website of the ranking body listed and may vary.

Q: What is good rank in CLAT exam?

A good rank in the CLAT exam for general category students is under 1,000–1,500 to secure admission in top-tier National Law Universities (NLUs). A rank under 500 is considered excellent for the top 5 NLUs, while a rank up to 3,000–5,000 can still secure a seat in newer, mid-tier NLUs.

Q: What is CLAT Syllabus?

The CLAT 2027 UG syllabus includes five subjects: English Language, Current Affairs & GK, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Techniques. The exam will be for 120 MCQs. Candidates will get 2 hours to complete the exam.

Q: When will the CLAT 2027 result be released?

The Consortium of NLUs is likely to announce the CLAT Result 2027 on December 11, 2026. The result will be announced on consortiumofnlus.ac.in.

Q: Can I complete CLAT Syllabus in a month?

While it is not impossible, it is a really challenging task. To score well, you must start preparing for CLAT at least six months before. It is very important to score well if you are looking forward to getting into good NLU. For top 10 NLU, you at least need to score between 100 to 105 as per past trends.

Q: Is CLAT syllabus difficult?

The CLAT syllabus is considered challenging due to its comprehensive, passage-based nature. Candidates will have to solve the questions within two hour time limit for 120 questions. The syllabus is tough and exam is difficult to crack.

Q: Will marks be deducted for unanswered questions in CLAT?

According to the CLAT exam pattern, there will be no deduction of marks for unanswered questions. Such questions will not be taken into consideration while calculating the total marks of a candidate. Hence, if candidates are not sure about the answer of a question, it is better to leave it unattempted rather than doing a guess work, to avoid negative marking.

Q: How solving CLAT Mock Test helps?

Solving mock test helps candidates to understand the exam pattern and also the sections they are lagging behind. With this they can rework on those section where they are scoring low. CLAT mock test also helps candidates to understand the time based prepration to solve the question paper on exam day.