Are you confused about the benefits of giving the CLAT exam? Here are the top five reasons for you to consider appearing for CLAT 2026.
CLAT 2026: CLAT or the Common Law Admission Test is a national-level Law entrance exam conducted by the Consortium of NLUs every year. The exam is conducted for admission to five-year integrated LLB (BA LLB, BBA LLB, BSc LLB, BCom LLB, etc.) and LLM courses. Through the CLAT exam 2026, you can secure admission to the prestigious National Law Universities (NLUs) and various other private Law schools accepting exam scores. For this, your CLAT result will be considered. The result is expected to be released in the second week of December 2025 at consortiumofnlus.ac.in/clat-2026.
Every year, thousands of candidates appear for the CLAT exam. Yet, many candidates find themselves in a fix about whether to appear for CLAT. Many candidates wonder about the benefits of taking the CLAT exam; while many others think of the ways CLAT can help them succeed in their career. However, candidates must ensure they appear for CLAT Exam when they are well prepared.
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This article aims to answer all such questions and presents the top five reasons to take the CLAT 2026 exam.
- Provides a chance to get into a top Law school in India
- Accepted by a large number of private Law colleges
- Top-notch placements at top companies
- Helpful in PSU recruitment
- Provides a good start to your career in Law
Provides a chance to get into a top Law school in India
CLAT is the only exam in India that offers you the chance to secure admission to the prestigious NLUs. Considered the IITs of Law, the NLUs are the top-ranked Law colleges in India. The first ever NLU in India was established in 1986, named, National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bangalore. Currently, there are total 24 NLUs in India, out of which admission to 25 NLUs is done through CLAT exam.
The candidates can clear the CLAT in the first attempt if they prepare and approach the CLAT exam with the right strategy. The candidates should solve as many previous year question papers to understand the level of their preparation. If you are dedicated and prepared well, it is highly possible that you can clear the exam in first attempt.
As per NIRF ranking 2025, NLSIU Bangalore emerged to be as the No. 1 ranked NLU colleges in India. Listed below are the other NLUs in India along with their top NLU in India rank wise 2025:
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.
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Accepted by a large number of private Law colleges
Apart from the participating 24 NLUs, various private Law colleges also accept CLAT scores to provide admission to candidates to LLB courses offered by them. Every year, many private colleges sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the CLAT Consortium under which they reserve some seats only for CLAT aspirants. A total 60 private colleges signed the MoU with the NLU Consortium to offer seats to CLAT aspirants.
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Apart from those affiliated with the Consortium, many other private Law schools also accept CLAT scores for admission. However, such colleges may not specifically reserve seats for CLAT aspirants.
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Top-notch placements at top companies
CLAT provides you the opportunity to get top-notch placements at some of the top companies. As per the NLU placement reports, at the end of a Law course, NLU students on average get placement ranging from INR 4-16 lakh per annum. Some of the top Law firms that participate in the NLU placement process include:
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.
To prepare for this section which cover 10 percent marks of the total CLAT paper it is important to have a right approach. Candidates must note that you can score really well if you study the Class 19 level mathematics properly. Be regular and plan strategically rather than trying to learn advance maths,
- AZB & Partners
- Argus Partners
- Majmudar & Co
- Fox Mandal & Associates
- Khaitan & Co
Some top corporates that participate in the NLU placement process include:
- Ernst & Young
- ICICI Bank
- Times of India
- Tata Sons Ltd.
- Star India
- Deutsche Bank
Helpful in PSU recruitment
CLAT scores are used not only for LLB and LLM admissions, but also for recruitment at Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs). Those who appear for CLAT LLM hold a chance of recruitment in legal positions at top PSUs such as:
- Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)
- Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)
- Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL)
- Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)
- Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
- National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC)
Provides a good start to your career in Law
Appearing for CLAT is a good first step towards a flourishing career in Law. You can appear for the exam right after Class 12 to secure admission to an integrated-LLB course. Once you graduate with a Law degree, multiple avenues open up. Some of the career paths you can consider after obtaining an LLB degree include:
- Higher education – You can consider appearing for CLAT again, this time to pursue LLM from a prestigious Law college
- PSU recruitment – You can consider giving the CLAT LLM Exam 2026 also to secure a government job at one of the PSUs
- CS – You can consider pursuing a Company Secretary (CS) course
- Job – You can secure a job as a Legal Advisor, Corporate Law Practitioner, etc. at one of the leading corporate or legal firms
- Legal practice – After clearing LLB, you can also enroll yourself with a state bar council and start preparing for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE). Once you clear the Bar exam, you can start your Legal practice as an advocate.
- Judicial Services – You can seek a career in Judicial Services to become a Judge. For the same, you need to appear for competitive exams such as PCS (J) and HJS.
- Civil Services – You can also prepare for Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) exams and seek a career in Indian Civil Services or Legal Services
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered Yesterday
The CLAT Sample Papers will be released on consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Candidates who have paid for the sample papers will be able to download and solve the same.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered Yesterday
Solving Sample papers will help candidates to understand the overall exam and the expected difficulty level. Hence, candidates must solve as many sample paper as possible.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 5 days ago
The CLAT Provisional Answer Key PDF was released on December 10, 2025 at 5 pm. CLAT Answer Key 2026 PDF will be released in two phases. First CLAT Provisional Answer Key and then the Final Answer Key. The CLAT 2026 Answer Key will be released on consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 5 days ago
Absolutely! A low CLAT 2026 score does not affect your chances of getting admission to BA LLB or
BCom LLB programs at Chandigarh University. The university follows its own entrance process called
CUCET, which is mandatory for all applicants. Your admission is based on your CUCET performance
and 10+2 ma
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Beginner-Level 4
Answered 5 days ago
You do not need CLAT 2026 marks to get admission at Chandigarh University, and direct admission is
not offered for law programs. The university clearly requires all law applicants to appear for CUCET,
which is the only valid pathway for admission. Even if you haven't taken CLAT or don't want to appear
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered 5 days ago
No, you do not need a CLAT 2026 rank to get a law seat at Chandigarh University. The university does
not make CLAT compulsory for admission into any of its law programs. Instead, the main requirement is
to appear for CUCET, which is the university's own entrance test. You only need 30 out of 100 marks
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered 5 days ago
The law department at Chandigarh University is known for keeping many links with the legal world. The department follows Bar Council of India (BCI) rules and also uses the Choice Based Credit System to give more practical work. The university has tie-ups and collaborations with J Sagar Associates, A
Guide-Level 13
Answered 5 days ago
Even after clearing CLAT 2026, choosing Chandigarh University for law studies has several advantages. The university offers a structured curriculum through its University Institute of Legal Studies (UILS), combining strong academic learning with practical exposure. Students get opportunities for moo
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Beginner-Level 3
Answered 5 days ago
No, appearing for CLAT 2026 is not required for admission to BA LLB or BCom LLB programs at Chandigarh University. The university has its own entrance process, called CUCET, which every applicant must take. Your eligibility is based on 10+2 marks (minimum 55–60% depending on the program) and your pe
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Beginner-Level 4
Answered 5 days ago
While Chandigarh University does not directly consider CLAT 2026 scores for BA LLB admissions, a good CLAT score can still be helpful indirectly. Preparing for CLAT improves your skills in legal aptitude, reasoning, comprehension, and current affairs, which are also tested in the university's entran
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Beginner-Level 4
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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.