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
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 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
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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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 Yesterday
No, candidates who apply for BBA LLB (hons) admissions at NMIMS Mumbai through CLAT-UG are not required to appear in NLAT to qualify.
During selection process, such candidates will be selected based on CLAT-UG scores only for BBA LLB (hons) admission.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 5 days ago
CLAT is not compulsory to get admission in BA LLB programme. Amity University, Bengaluru offers merit-based admission into BA LLB programme. However, the university accepts CLAT scores for admission as well.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 5 days ago
DU cutoff 2026 has been released for BA LLB (Hons.) and BBA LLB (Hons) courses based on CLAT score. During the Round 2 cutoff 2026, the cutoff for BA LLB (Hons) admission was 90.25 for students belonging to the General AI quota. Check out the table below to view the second round category-wise cutoff
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 5 days ago
No, CLAT is not compulsory for BA LLB at Jain University. The university accepts JET-LAW and AILET scores as well along with CLAT. The selection is based on entrance merit and interview performance.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 5 days ago
No, students need to appear for CLAT exam and obtain valid score to be eligible for admission in BA LLB at DU. Admission is given on the basis of eligibility, CLAT score, seat availability, seat reservation policy and preferences provided by the candidates.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 6 days ago
No, candidates are not required to appear in CLAT-UG in order to apply for Parul University BBA LLB admission. Candidates are only required to appear in Class 12 board exams and pass with a minimum aggregate of 45% to apply for BBA LLB course.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 6 days ago
Yes, students can get admision in JECRC University BA LLB without CLAT. JECRC University BA LLB admissions are merit- based. Students are selected based on scores in last qualifying exam, followed by Personal Interview. Although, preference is given to students with valid score in CLAT.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 6 days ago
No, aspirants do not require CLAT score for admission in BA LLB (Hons) course. Candidates can get admission in BA LLB (Hons) programme based on their merit. They only need to meet eligibility i.e. Class 12 with at least 50% aggregate for admission.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered a week ago
Yes, NMIMS Mumbai accepts CLAT scores for admission in BA LLB (Hons) course. However, it is not compulsory. Aspirants can also appear for NMIMS-LAT for admission in BA LLB (Hons) programme.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered a week ago
Yes, candidatedcan apply for Parul University BA LLB without appearing in CLAT-UG. Admission to this course is conducted on merit basis through Class 12 board exam scores by Parul Vadodara. No other entrance exams are mandatory for admission into this course.
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Contributor-Level 10
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