CLAT PG 2026 Exam Analysis (OUT): Paper Difficulty, Section-wise Review & Student Feedback
Common Law Admission Test 2026 ( CLAT )
Counselling - 2 May '26
CLAT LLM 2026 Exam is over. Candidates who appeared for the CLAT 2026 PG Exam can check the analysis student reactions and paper analysis here. Read further to get insights on the expected cutoff, difficulty level, and exam details as shared by test takers.
CLAT 2026 PG Exam Analysis
CLAT PG Exam 2026: The Consortium of NLUs conducted the CLAT PG Exam 2026 today. The exam was held in more than 130+ CLAT Test Centres across the country. Candidates must note that now the exam is over, CLAT 2026 Answer Key will be released shortly. Along with the Answer Key, the Consortium will publish the CLAT 2026 Question Paper with answer key.
Shiksha covered the exam and gathered student reactions. Read further to know what candidates have to say about the CLAT 2026 Exam, including the difficulty level, tricky questions, expected cutoff, subject-wise topics, and more.
- How CLAT Exam Analysis help?
- CLAT 2026 PG Students' Reaction and Paper Analysis
- CLAT 2026 PG Answer Key PDF
- CLAT PG 2026 Marking Scheme
- CLAT LLM 2025 Paper Analysis - Section-wise
How CLAT Exam Analysis help?
The CLAT 2026 Exam Analysis plays a major role in helping candidates understand their performance and the NLU they might get. It also helps in understanding how low or high the cutoff will go.
Latest Update: CLAT 2026 Answer Key Live Updates: Direct Link, Provisional Answer Key PDF at consortiumofnlus.ac.in, Raise Objection
Commonly asked questions
Though CLAT Preparation takes months of practice, it is still not impossible. You can prepare for the CLAT Exam in one week with a correct and dedicated focus. But you should have at least some understanding of concepts to clear the exam.
Yes it is very much possible to clear the CLAT Exam in first go. You just need to be consistent and prepare well. Candidates must include attempting mock test and solving past years question paper in their study plan.
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.
CLAT 2026 PG Students' Reaction and Paper Analysis
The CLAT Exam Analysis 2026 for PG Analysis is here
Rahul, who appeared for CLAT PG 2026 Exam said that the exam was bit tough as the questions were asked from newly introduced laws. He feels since the exam was tough the CLAT Expected 2026 PG Cutoff will go high.
Another test taker, bhawana said that question was not easy but moderate. All the questions were asked from the prescribed syllabus by the consortium.
Kushagara, however, believes that consortium should allow students to carry bare acts like in AIBE exam. He said he was able to attempt maximum questions but felt if they were allowed bare acts it would have been much easier.
Ashish is happy with his exam performance. He is happy that no expected questions were asked. The exam was as per the pattern and syllabus precribed.
Pooja said that the the question paper was easy at the same time it was tricky. If candidate has read for exam properly it won't be tough to crack.
Candidates can check the CLAT Student Reaction Video below:
CLAT 2026 PG Answer Key PDF
Candidates can download the CLAT Answer Key PDF by following the steps below
- Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in
- Click on tab 'CLAT PG Answer Key PDF with Question Paper'
- Download it
- Save
- Cross check your answers
- Calculate your score
Commonly asked questions
While it is bit challenging as its syllabus is not defined. Candidates can expect question on CLAT Current Affairs from anywhere. But if you do prepare well your chances to score high in this section also increases. The best way to prepare is to read the newspaper on a daily basis. Rest is to read GK books.
The difficulty level of CLAT 2027 is considered to be moderate. The exam is conducted to assess candidates' ability to think critically and solve problems. There will be five sections.
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CLAT PG 2026 Marking Scheme
Candidates can check the CLAT 2026 Marking Scheme below
| CLAT Marking Parameters | Marks Awarded |
|---|---|
| Correct answer | +1 marks |
| Incorrect answer | -0.25 marks |
| Un-attempted question | 0 marks |
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CLAT LLM 2025 Paper Analysis - Section-wise
As per the test-takers, the exam analysis for CLAT PG sections is as under:
| CLAT Sections |
Difficulty Level |
|---|---|
| Constitutional Law | Moderate |
| Contract, Torts, Criminal Law, International Law, IPR and Jurisprudence. | Tough |
| Law topics and Contemporary issues | Moderate |
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 4 days ago
Admission to the IIULER BA LLB (Hons.) programme is now strictly and only integrated with the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) framework. As a member of the Consortium of NLUs, IIULER no longer conducts an independent entrance test for this program. Prospective students must register for CLAT during
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 4 days ago
No. Since IIULER has officially joined the Consortium of NLUs, it no longer conducts a separate entrance test for admission to IIULER BA LLB (Hons.) course. Admission is strictly based on the CLAT (UG) merit list. If you miss the CLAT window, you generally cannot apply for that academic year.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 4 days ago
Candidates who score 60% and above in CLAT are eligible for various levels of tuition fee reduction as follows:
- AIR 1 to 5,000 in CLAT: The adjusted tuition fee is Rs. 4.2 Lacs for the first year, with a total annual fee of INR 7.2 lakh.
- AIR 5,001 to 10,000 in CLAT: The adjusted tuition fee is INR 4.5
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 4 days ago
Your CLAT rank acts as a direct "discount key" for your entire five-year journey at IIULER. If you work hard and rank in the top 5,000, your total expenditure drops significantly to INR 29,88,610. Even if your rank is between 10,001 and 15,000, you still benefit from a reduced total cost of INR 32,3
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Contributor-Level 9
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Absolutely! IIULER offers scholarships based on the merit of the exam you took. If you sit for the IIULET (the university's own entrance test) and score 95% or above, you can get a 60% discount on your tuition fees. At a score between 85-94%, you will get a 50% discount. This provides a fantastic "s
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 4 days ago
As of 2026, 26 National Law Universities (NLUs) participate in the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT). These universities offer undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programs, with over 5,600 seats available in total. NLU Delhi is the only exception, conducting its own entrance exam (AILET) ra
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 5 days ago
The duration of the CLAT mock test is 2 hours (120 minutes), perfectly simulating the actual CLAT 2026 exam pattern. It consists of 120 multiple-choice questions. The test auto-submits after 120 minutes, requiring candidates to manage their time across five sections.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 5 days ago
Yes, it is tough for an average student. However, with good strategy and study plan cracking CLAT exam is not tough.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 5 days ago
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.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a week ago
Yes, you can pursue an LLB from most law colleges in Jabalpur without appearing for CLAT. In fact, a majority of the private and one govt. institutes that are BCI-approved and long-established, such as Hitkarini Law College and Rani Durgavati Vishwavidyalaya provide admissions based on merit. Only N
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