CLAT 2026 Dress Code For Male & Female Candidates
Common Law Admission Test 2026 ( CLAT )
Registration - 1 Aug '25 - 31 Oct '25
Candidates taking the CLAT 2026 exam must strictly adhere to the dress code and exam day instructions set by the CNLUs. The Consortium has also issued a list of items that are not allowed inside the examination hall. This article on Shiksha outlines the CLAT 2026 dress code and the prohibited items within the exam center. Read further to know more.
CLAT 2026 Dress Code for Male and Female
The CLAT 2026 exam date has been announced. The CLAT 2026 Exam will be conducted on December 7, 2025. The CLAT exam will be conducted in pen-and-paper mode. CLAT Exam Date was announced in the official CLAT Notification 2026. The official website of CLAT 2026 is consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Candidates appearing for CLAT 2026 have to strictly follow the dress code and exam day instructions issued by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs). Failure to follow these guidelines may result in disqualification, which would bar candidates from taking the exam. The Consortium also provided a list of prohibited items that are not permitted inside the examination hall. This article on Shiksha detailed the CLAT 2026 dress code and the items banned within the CLAT exam center.
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- CLAT 2026 Highlights
- CLAT 2026 Dress Code
- CLAT 2026 Code of Conduct
- CLAT 2026: Allowed and Banned Items
- CLAT 2026: Important Dos and Don’ts
CLAT 2026 Highlights
Here are the key highlights of the CLAT 2026 exam:
| Features |
Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Body |
Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) |
| Frequency of Conduct |
Once a year |
| CLAT 2026 exam date |
07-Dec-2025 |
| Exam Level |
National-level exam |
| Exam purpose |
CLAT is conducted for: 1. Admission to UG and PG law courses offered at the participating NLUs 2. Admissions to Private and self-financed colleges |
| Application Fee |
INR 4,000 for General/ OBC category, INR 3500 for all other reserved categories |
| Mode of Exam |
Pen-and-paper mode |
| Question paper language |
English (expected to be held in vernacular/ regional languages too) |
| Duration of the exam |
2 hours |
| Number of Seats |
UG program - more than 3,000 seats PG program - around 1,000 seats |
| Official website |
Consortiumofnlus.ac.in |
CLAT 2026 Dress Code
The CLAT 2026 exam follows a strict dress code to maintain uniformity and ensure security at the examination centers. Candidates have to adhere to the dress code to avoid any inconvenience on the exam day. Here are the key points of the CLAT 2026 dress code:
- Comfortable clothing is advised. Candidates should wear regular, simple attire.
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- No electronic devices (including mobile phones, smartwatches, and calculators) will be allowed inside the examination hall.
- No accessories such as jewelry, belts, or hats will be allowed.
- Candidates who wear religious attire for cultural or religious reasons are allowed to wear them
- Clothes with printed slogans, logos, or graphics may not be allowed
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CLAT 2026 Code of Conduct
The Code of Conduct for candidates appearing for the CLAT 2026 exam is designed to ensure fairness, security, and discipline during the exam. All candidates must follow these guidelines:
- Reach the exam center at least one hour before the exam begins
- Latecomers will not be allowed
- Candidates maust carry a valid CLAT admit card and photo ID proof
- Candidates must maintain discipline and respectful behavior at the exam center.
- No candidate is allowed to communicate with others during the exam
- Electronic devices such as mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, or any other unauthorised items are strictly prohibited.
- If a candidate is eligible for a scribe due to disability, they must follow the guidelines as mentioned by the exam authorities.
- Any act of impersonation, disruptive behavior, or violation of exam rules will result in disqualification from the exam.
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CLAT 2026: Allowed and Banned Items
The CLAT 2026 exam has strict guidelines regarding what candidates are allowed to bring into the examination hall. Here is a list of allowed and banned items for the exam:
Allowed Items in CLAT Exam 2026:
- Admit Card
- Photo Identity Proof
- Photographs
- Personal Water Bottle
- Pencil, Pen, and Eraser
- Documents
Banned Items in CLAT Exam:
- Electronic Devices
- Study Material
- Personal Belongings
- Jewelry and Accessories
- Food Items
- Colored Bottles
- Hats, Caps, and Sunglasses
- Printed/Embroidered Clothes
CLAT 2026: Important Dos and Don’ts
Here’s the list of important Dos and Don’ts for the CLAT Exam for easy reference:
| Dos | Don'ts |
|---|---|
| Do Carry Your Hall Ticket | Do not carry Banned Items |
| Bring a printed copy of your admit card. | Do not bring mobile phones, smartwatches, tablets, calculators, etc. |
| Do Bring a Valid Photo ID | Don’t Carry Bags or Purses |
| A valid photo ID like Aadhaar, voter ID, etc. | Bags, purses, and clutches are prohibited |
| Do Arrive Early | Don’t Wear Unnecessary Jewelry |
| Arrive at least 2 hours before the exam starts | Avoid wearing jewelry (rings, bracelets, etc.). |
| Do Follow the Dress Code | Do not move from your seat |
| Adhere to the dress code and wear simple, comfortable clothing. | Don’t leave your seat or exam hall once the exam has started. |
| Do Carry Allowed Items | Don’t Communicate with Other Candidates |
| Carry two passport-size photos, transparent water bottle, and sanitizer. | Do not talk or share materials with other candidates. |
| Do Read Instructions Carefully | Don’t Write on Admit Card or OMR Sheet |
| Follow all instructions on the admit card and from invigilators | Do not make unauthorized marks on admit card or OMR sheet. |
| Do Use the Washroom Before the Exam | Don’t Enter the Exam Hall Late |
| Use the restroom before the exam begins. | Late arrivals will not be allowed entry after the exam starts. |
| Do Fill OMR Sheet Carefully | Don’t Disregard Exam Center Instructions |
| Mark answers clearly and accurately on the OMR sheet. | Follow all instructions from exam center staff. |
| Do Check Your Answers | Do not try to cheat |
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