CLAT Exam Analysis 2026 (OUT): Section-wise Difficulty Level, Student Reviews, Good Attempts
Common Law Admission Test 2027 ( CLAT )
CLAT 2027 online registrations
3 Aug '26 - 31 Oct '26
The CLAT Exam is now over. The Consortium will publish the CLAT 2026 Answer Key PDF soon. Along with that, the consortium will also published the CLAT 2026 Question Paper PDF too. Read further to get overall analysis of CLAT Exam.
CLAT 2026 Student Reaction and Paper Analysis, Check Exam Difficulty, Expected Cut-off
The CLAT 2026 Exam is now over. The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 was conducted across 140+ test centres across the country. The CLAT Exam was conducted in pen-and-paper mode from 2 pm to 4 pm. The Consortium will publish the CLAT 2026 Answer Key PDF soon. Along with that, the consortium will also publsih the CLAT 2026 Question Paper PDF too. Candidates who appeared for the CLAT exam can check the CLAT Answer Key 2026 by visiting consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
Shiksha connected with the test-takers to provide the detailed CLAT 2026 Question Paper analysis. This will help candidates to overall difficulty level, expected cut-off and section-wise syllabus weightage. The question paper carried 120 MCQs with every question carrying one marks. To get a detailed overview of the CLAT 2026 exam, read the article below.
Latest Update:
- CLAT 2026 Student Reaction and Paper Analysis
- CLAT 2026 Marking Scheme
- CLAT 2026 Answer Key PDF
- What after CLAT Exam 2026?
CLAT 2026 Student Reaction and Paper Analysis
The student reaction and paper analysis can be checked below:
Utkarsh said the exam was tough. Logical Reasoning was tough as compared to other subjects. Out of 10, he rated the difficulty level of the question paper as 8. He attempted 110 questions out of 120.
Rohit said he appeared for the CLAT Exam for the first time. He was happy with his performance in the exam. He found the legal reasoning and current affairs section easier as compared to quantitative techniques. But he said his maxiumum time went in logical reasoning as it was bit tough. Overall he feels the question paper difficulty was of moderate level.
Alam said the question paper was not tough. He felt that General Knowledge section was tough. He is expecting that the cutoff will go high as exam difficulty level was moderate. He is aiming for top 5 NLUs.
Mridul said that the English Section was good. But Maths and Logical Reasoning were tough. He is expecting that cutoff will go high.
Amna said that the difficulty level of exam was tough. Most difficult was maths. She said she found GK section easier. No questions were out of syllabus.
Farhaz Rashid said that the exam was tough. Legal Reasoning was easier. He missed maximum questions in Maths as the section was tough. The cutoff might go low as paper was easy.
Aishwarya said that the exam was easier. This was her second attempt. She found logical reasoning and GK was easier. The cutoff will go low as paper was easy she is expecting.
Candidates can check the CLAT Student Reaction Video below:
Commonly asked questions
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | 1 | 1 | |
2 | 2 | 2 | |
4 | 4 | 4 | |
7 | 8 | 5 | |
18 | 21 | 27 | |
24 | 22 | 30 | |
30 | 26 | 15 | |
28 | 27 | 35 |
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website of the ranking body listed and may vary.
A bad rank in CLAT is relative and depends on factors like your category, the NLUs you target, and overall competition. For general category candidates, ranks above 15,000 to 20,000 are typically considered weak, reducing chances of admission into top or even mid-tier National Law Universities. For reserved categories, the threshold might be higher, but still, a rank significantly above the cutoff range may be viewed unfavorably. Ultimately, a "bad rank" hampers your chances of securing a coveted seat and may force you to consider alternative law schools or reattempt the exam in subsequent years. Improving your score remains essential.
Yes, CLAT is considered one of the most difficult law entrance exams. Candidates must note that the CLAT Exam is conducted for admission to NLUs across the country except NLU Delhi. Hence, the level of difficulty of CLAT Exam is tough.
CLAT 2026 Marking Scheme
Candidates can check CLAT Marking Scheme below as per CLAT Exam Pattern
| CLAT Marking Parameters |
Marks Awarded |
|---|---|
| Correct answer |
+1 marks |
| Incorrect answer |
-0.25 marks |
| Un-attempted question |
0 marks |
CLAT 2026 Answer Key PDF
Candidates must note that the Consortium will release the CLAT Answer Key in two phases. First, the provisional and then the CLAT Final Answer Key 2026. Candidates can follow the steps given below to download the CLAT 2026 Answer Key PDF
- Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in
- On the homepage, click on the link ‘Provisional Answer Key, CLAT 2026’
- You will be redirected to a PDF
- Download the CLAT Answer Key PDF
- Cross check your answer
- Calculate your score as per the marking scheme
CLAT 2026 Paper Analysis: Section-wise
The exam analysis for CLAT 2026
| Sections |
Difficulty Level |
|---|---|
| Easy but lengthy | |
| Tricky but moderate | |
| Tough | |
| Moderate | |
| Tough |
CLAT 2026 Expected Cut off
The student reaction after the exam will help to know what to expect. Like if the exam was easy, it is expected the CLAT Cutoff will go high. However, if not, then it will go low. Candidates can check the expected cut off marks for CLAT as under:
| Sections |
Expected cut off |
|---|---|
| English Language |
18+ |
| Current Affairs including General Knowledge |
4+ |
| Logical Reasoning |
28+ |
| Legal Reasoning |
14+ |
| Quantitative Techniques |
8+ |
Commonly asked questions
Yes, it is tough for an average student. However, with good strategy and study plan cracking CLAT exam is not tough.
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.
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What after CLAT Exam 2026?
The Consortium will now release the CLAT 2026 Provisional Answer Key PDF. The objection window will be opened after that. Based on the objections received on CLAT Provisional Answer Key 2026, the Final Answer Key will be published. It is expected that the Consortium will release the CLAT 2026 Final Answer Key and CLAT 2026 Result together.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 8 hours ago
Yes, students can get upto 75% scholarship on academic fee for BA LLB at GD Goenka University based on CLAT score. Details are given in the table below:
| CLAT Rank | Scholarship (% of Academic Fee) |
|---|---|
| 1- 2000 | 75% |
| 2001- 4000 | 50% |
| 4001- 6000 | 40% |
| 6001- 8000 | 30% |
| 8001-10000 | 25% |
| 10001-12000 | 20% |
| 12001-15000 | 15% |
| 15001- 25000 | 10% |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
No, there is no mention of ICFAI Hyderabad accepted CLAT-UG scors for its BBA LLB (hons) admission.
If a candidate fulfills ICFAI Law School BBA LLB (hons) eligibility criteria, they will need to appear in ILSAT for admissions. Final selection is based on combined performance in entrance exam and per
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
There is no mention of whether CLAT-UG is accepted for BA LLB admission at ICFAI Hyderabad. This institute only mentions its own entrance exam LSAT for admission to BA LLB course. Candidates should ask admission office for confirmation on this matter.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
CLAT is becoming NEET day by day.
It will be better to prepare well .
Just study with one good book and attempts mocks with ranking.
Law has many opportunities in various fields as everything is regulated by law.
Best Wishes
Scholar-Level 16
Answered 5 days ago
Yes, candidate with a valid score in any of the accepting exams (CLAT/ CUET/ AJUCET) is eligible to apply for the BBA LLB (Hons) course at ARKA Jain University, Jamshedpur.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
While GRD Uttarakhand University is a good institution for pursuing higher education, Lovely Professional University (LPU) provides an extraordinary alternative to launch a distinguished legal career.
At LPU's School of Law, legal education transforms into an immersive, practice-driven voyage. Pictur
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a week ago
No, GLA University, Mathura BA LLB (hons) admission is not based on CLAT-UG scores.
Candidates can only apply for this course by appearing in GLAET and following interview round.
There is no rule that allows candidates with valid CLAT-UG scores to skip GLAET and appear for PI round directly.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
GLA University, Mathura has not mentioned CLAT-UG as an accepted entrance exam for BBA LLB (hons) admission. Only GLAET has been mentioned as the acceptable entrance exam for BBA LLB (hons) course.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
Yes, candidates can get admission in BA LLB at Silver Oak University without CLAT. Admission can be offered based on merit in Class 12. Candidates need minimum 45% aggregate in Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board to be eligible for admission.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
No, the Consortium has confirmed that no changes has been made to the CLAT Exam Pattern 2027. It must be noted that CLAT Syllabus has also remained the same this year.
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