The CLAT 2026 question paper with answer key PDF was released by the Consortium of NLUs after the exam. The exam was held in pen-and-paper mode. The CLAT Test was held for admission to 26 NLUs and other participating universities in the country. Candidates were allowed to carry the question paper along with them after the exam is over. The CLAT Answer Key PDF helps candidates to calculate their probable scores before the announcement of the results. To help candidates, we have provided CLAT 2026 Question Paper with solutions PDF below.
The Consortium published the answer key in two phases: provisional and final. Candidates could object the provisional answer key. Based on the objections received, the final answer key was published, following which the CLAT 2026 result was declared. Candidates can download the CLAT 2026 Question Paper PDF, official answer key, marking scheme, previous years' question papers etc.
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- How to Download CLAT 2026 Question Paper with Answer Key PDF?
- CLAT Marking Scheme 2026
- CLAT 2026 Question Paper with Answer Key PDF
- CLAT 2026 Question Paper with Solutions PDF
- Benefits of Solving CLAT Question Papers
- CLAT Sample Paper with Solutions by Shiksha
How to Download CLAT 2026 Question Paper with Answer Key PDF?
Candidates can download the official PDFs by following these steps
- Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in
- Click on the CLAT 2026 notification.
- Select the CLAT Answer Key link.
- Login if required using registered credentials.
- Download the PDF.
- Save the document for future reference.
Also Read: CLAT Weekly Current Affairs PDF Download
Commonly asked questions
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.
Some of the important topics of CLAT Legal Reasoning include
- Legal Maxims
- Important Supreme Court Judgments
- Legal GK
- Indian Constitution
- Important Acts and Amendments of the Legislature
- Current Affairs
The practice the sample papers of CLAT released by the consortium follow these steps
Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in
Login and click on attempt sample paper
You will now see instructions on your screen
Read the instructions and click on Start Mock Test
Attempt the question paper
Yes, candidates who have registered for the CLAT exam can access the sample papers through their login credentials.
CLAT Marking Scheme 2026
The CLAT 2026 exam pattern remains unchanged. The consortium released the marking scheme for CLAT 2026 Exam. Check the marking scheme below
| CLAT Marking Parameters | Marks Awarded |
|---|---|
| Correct answer | +1 marks |
| Incorrect answer | -0.25 marks |
| Un-attempted question | 0 marks |
CLAT 2026 Question Paper with Answer Key PDF
Candidates can download the official CLAT 2026 Question Paper with answer key PDF below
| CLAT Question Paper | Download Link |
|---|---|
| CLAT 2026 Question Paper with Answer Key PDF |
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- CLAT Legal Reasoning Syllabus PDF Download
- CLAT English Syllabus PDF Download
- CLAT Maths Syllabus PDF Download
CLAT 2027 Exam Beginner's Guide
Get complete details about CLAT exam syllabus, paper pattern, preparation tips, study plan, recommended books, etc.
Commonly asked questions
Yes there is negative marking in CLAT Exam. 0.25 marks will be deducted if the answer is wrong. For each correct answer one marks will be awarded.
Candidates can check the CLAT 2027 Marking Scheme below
| CLAT Marking Parameters | Marks Awarded |
|---|---|
| Correct answer | +1 marks |
| Incorrect answer | -0.25 marks |
| Un-attempted question | 0 marks |
CLAT Exam Analysis helps those who have appeared for the exam and those who are preparing for next session. The analysis helps candidates to know the type of questions asked, the difficulty level and how to attempt the paper.
In CLAT Exam there will be 120 questions. The exam paper will be in MCQ format. Candidates will get 120 minutes to complete the paper. Since there is a negative marking candidates must attempt carefully.
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CLAT 2026 Question Paper with Solutions PDF
Candidates can download the free CLAT 2026 Question Paper with solutions PDF below
| CLAT Question Paper | Download Link |
|---|---|
| CLAT 2026 Question Paper with Solutions PDF |
Benefits of Solving CLAT Question Papers
Practising official CLAT question papers offers several advantages
- Understand the latest exam pattern.
- Learn the type of comprehension passages asked.
- Improve time management skills.
- Identify strengths and weak areas.
- Analyse frequently asked topics.
- Increase speed and accuracy.
- Build confidence before the examination.
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Student Forum
Answered 6 days ago
The CLAT or Common Law Admission Test, is conducted to select candidates for the 5-year Integrated Law Course offered by the National Law Universities across the nation. CLAT PG is conducted to select the candidates for the PG courses.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a week ago
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Answered a week ago
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Answered 2 weeks ago
No you don't need to memorise every section. Focus on important concepts key provisions definitions and CLAT style application questions. Understanding legal principles is more important than memorising section numbers.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 weeks ago
No, both are different exams, but both are conducted nationwide. CUET LLB will be conducted by NTA, while CLAT 2027 will be conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a month ago
No, CLAT is generally considered more difficult than CUET as CLAT exam requires more intense reading and preparation. It also involves intense time pressure as candidates are required to read around 15,000 words across 30 passages before answering the questions.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
Choose Commerce if you want an early foundation in business and finance for corporate law, or Arts (Humanities) if you prefer subjects that align closely with reading comprehension and current affairs for the CLAT exam.
Both streams make you fully eligible for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) and
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Ministry of Education can release the NLUs NIRF Ranking soon on its official website. There is no time line announced by the ministry in this regard.
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