Can I raise objection on CLAT Answer Key in offline mode?

No, there is no way to raise objection on CLAT Answer Key in offline mode. You need to visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in to do the same.

When will CLAT 2026 Counselling be held?

The Consortium of NLUs has begun CLAT Counselling Process 2026. The counselling process of CLAT will be conducted in online mode on the official website of Consortium of NLUs; i.e. consortiumofnlus.ac. The Counselling Process will be held in five rounds.

Can I challenge CLAT 2026 Result?

Yes, you can, However, the consortium will not open any objection window for the same. In case you have any problem with your result you have to contact the helpdesk directly.

Which are the top ranked NLUs in India?

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 NLSIU Bangalore Ranking 1 1 1 National Law University, Delhi Ranking 2 2 2 NLU Kolkata Ranking 4 4 4 GNLU Gandhinagar Ranking 7 8 5 NLU Bhopal Ranking 18 21 27 NUSRL Ranchi Ranking 24 22 30 NLU Odisha Ranking 30 26 15 NLU Assam Ranking 28 27 35 Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website of the ranking body listed and may vary.

When CLAT Scorecard will be issued?

Candidates will release the CLAT Result online and at the same time scorecard can be downloaded. Since there is no provision to get the scorecard in offline mode, you have to visit the consortiumofnlus.ac.in.

Do I need a scorecard to appear in CLAT Counselling?

Apart from the other important documents required for CLAT Counselling, the CLAT Scorecard is must. Candidates must ensure to cross check the details mentioned on the scorecard before downloading it. In case of discrepancies, reach out to the consortium before the counselling day.

How to Check CLAT 2026 Counselling and Seat Allotment Result?

Candidates can follow the process mentioned below to check the CLAT seat allotment result: Visit the official website of CLAT Enter mobile number & password. Click on Login. Check the seat allotment result.

Can I raise objection on CLAT 2026 Final Answer Key?

While the Consortium opened the Objection Window only to raise objection on CLAT Provisional Answer Key. Candidates still had an option to raise objection on CLAT Final Answer Key. But for that you have to write a mail to the consortium at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.

When do Consortium releases CLAT Answer Key?

The Consortium will release the CLAT Answer Key within few hours of conducting the exam. The CLAT Answer Key will be released in two phases: first the provisional Answer Key and then the Final Answer Key. Both will be release on consortiumofnlus.ac.in.

How to Raise Objections Against CLAT 2026 Answer Key?

Candidates will be able to raise objections against the CLAT answer key by following the process given below, Visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Enter your registered mobile number and password. Once you are logged in, click on the View Objections tab. Select the question (s), you have an objection on. Select the type of objection. Enter objection details, and submit. After submitting all the objections, make the payment.

How to download CLAT 2026 Answer Key PDF?

Candidates can download the CLAT Answer Key PDF through these steps Visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in Check for CLAT Provisional Answer Key PDF tab Click on the same Download the PDF of CLAT Answer Key Cross check your answer

Do I need to pay any fees to raise objection on CLAT Answer Key?

Yes, candidates will have to pay INR 1,000 as fee while raising the objection on the CLAT 2027 answer key. However, the fee paid on raising objection for the error in the CLAT answer key is refundable. The fee paid by the candidates while objecting for any concern on the provisional answer key will only be refunded if the objection is accepted. In the other scenario, no refund will be issued.

Is CLAT 2026 Answer Key published in any offline platform too?

No, the CLAT Answer Key is not published offline. The CLAT admission process is completely online. Candidates can visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in to access the CLAT Answer Key.

Do I need login credentials to download CLAT Answer Key PDF?

No. There is no need to enter any login details to download the CLAT Answer Key PDF. Candidates just have to visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in to access the answer key.

How to access CLAT Answer Key 2026?

Candidates can access the CLAT Answer Key PDF by following these steps Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in Click on CLAT Answer Key PDF tab Download the PDF Cross check your answers

When CLAT Objection Window will open?

Candidates must note that CLAT 2027 Objection Window will open once the answer key is released. Candidates can raise objection on CLAT Answer Key on or before the last date. Once the objections are received, the consortium will publish the CLAT Final Answer Key. Based on that, the CLAT Result will be announced.

CLAT 2027 Answer Key is released online or offline?

The CLAT Admission Process 2027 is completely online. Candidates can check CLAT Answer Key PDF online only. The CLAT Answer Key will be published on consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Candidates can cross-check their attempted answers with the answer key to understand their expected score.

When CLAT Answer Key 2027 will be released?

The CLAT Provisional Answer Key PDF will be released soon after the exam. CLAT Answer Key 2027 PDF is released in two phases. First CLAT Provisional Answer Key and then the Final Answer Key. The CLAT 2027 Answer Key is released on consortiumofnlus.ac.in.

Will Consortium revise the CLAT Final Answer Key 2026?

It is not confirmed yet. However, the Allahabad HC has asked the consortium to revise the CLAT 2026 merit list due to a dispute over the final answer key. While the Consortium initially stated it would defend the existing answer key, the court ordered that two options be treated as correct which might result in revised answer key and result.

Is the CLAT 2026 official Answer Key Out?

Yes, the CLAT Answer Key is out. Based on the CLAT Final Answer Key 2026 the result was announced on December 16, 2026?

Can I challenge CLAT Answer Key?

Yes, candidate can challenge CLAT Answer Key. The Consortium will release the provisional answer key for CLAT first after which it will open a window to invite objections. After receiving the objection, the final CLAT answer key was published. Note that, unlike the provisional key, the final key can't be challenged. So, the keys included in the final keys will be considered the correct keys for questions asked in the CLAT exam.

When will the result of CLAT 2026 be declared?

CLAT 2026 result will be released within a week after the exam is over. After the result is issued, the counselling for CLAT will commence for the shortlisted candidates to attend and secure their seats. Candidates must note that the CLAT Scorecard will be published on the basis of the CLAT Final Answer Key.

CLAT 2026 Answer Key (OUT): Download All Sets (A,B,C,D) Final Answer Key PDF

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This exam is conducted for courses given below:

BA LLB, BCom LLB, BSc LLB, BBA ...LLM

Updated on Feb 25, 2026 13:41 IST

By Anupama Mehra, Assistant Manager – Content

The Allahabad High Court has stayed the Single Judge order directing a revision of the entire merit list of the CLAT 2026 exam for future counselling. The Consortium is released the revised CLAT Notification 2026, announcing the third merit list. Earlier, the Court had put a hold on CLAT UG Third Merit List 2026 after the directives given by the Allahabad High Court.

The official CLAT 2026 Final Answer Key PDF can be accessed on consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Candidates who appeared for CLAT 2026 could challenge the provisional answer key until December 12, 2025 (5 pm). The CLAT 2026 Final Answer Key Release Date was December 16, 2025. Based on the CLAT Final Answer Key the CLAT Result was declared. Stay informed about the CLAT 2026 answer keys, steps to download, next step.

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Table of contents

What is CLAT 2026 Answer Key?
CLAT 2027 Exam Dates & Schedule
CLAT Answer Key Dates 2026
CLAT Answer Key 2026 PDF Download
How to Download CLAT 2026 Answer Key ?
How to Raise Objections on CLAT 2026 Answer Key ?
CLAT Result & Merit List 2026
CLAT 2026 Important FAQs

What is CLAT 2026 Answer Key?

DeskCalendar Answer Key: To be notified

The answer key is a document mentioning the correct answers to all the questions of CLAT UG and CLAT PG 2026 papers. Candidates can use CLAT Answer Key 2026 to cross-check their responses. CLAT 2026 answer keys for UG and PG along with the official question papers has been released on the official website; i.e. consortiumofnlus.ac.in.

Candidates can download the answer keys for CLAT 2026, and calculate probable scores and thus their chances of admission using CLAT college predictor.

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CLAT 2027 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of CLAT 2027 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
To Be Notified	CLAT Provisional Answer Key 2027 TENTATIVE
To Be Notified	CLAT 2027 Objection Window TENTATIVE
To Be Notified	CLAT 2027 Final Answer Key TENTATIVE
To Be Notified	CLAT 2027 Result TENTATIVE
To Be Notified	CLAT 2027 Counselling Registration TENTATIVE

CLAT Answer Key Dates 2026

Candidates can check CLAT Answer Key dates below:

Event	Dates
CLAT exam day 2026	07-Dec-2025
Official CLAT answer key	10-Dec-2025
Objection Window opens	10-Dec-2025 (5 pm)
Objection Window closes	12-Dec-2025 (5 pm)
Release of final answer key	16-Dec-2025
Declaration of CLAT results	16-Dec-2025
Commencement of counselling	16-Dec-2025

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CLAT Answer Key 2026 PDF Download

Candidates can check the CLAT Consortium portal for CLAT Answer Key 2026 PDF download OR check the direct links below to download CLAT answer key PDF files.

CLAT Paper 2026	CLAT 2026 Provisional Answer key
CLAT UG Question Paper 2026	CLAT UG Answer Key 2026
CLAT PG Question Paper 2026	CLAT PG Answer Key 2026

CLAT Paper 2025	CLAT 2025 Provisional Answer key
CLAT UG Question Paper 2025	CLAT UG Answer Key 2025
CLAT PG Question Paper 2025	CLAT PG Answer Key 2025

Also Read: CLAT Sample Papers 2026 PDF- Free UG/PG Sample Paper Download Link

How to Download CLAT 2026 Answer Key ?

Candidates can download the CLAT answer 2026 key in the following way:

Visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in
Click on CLAT answer key link present on the official website.
View, download and save the answer key and question paper PDF.
Link to download CLAT answer key will be provided here

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How to Calculate CLAT 2026 Score Using Answer Key?

With the help of the CLAT answer key, candidates can calculate the score that they can secure in the exam. However, for the same, candidates need to be aware of the CLAT 2026 marking scheme.

CLAT Marking Scheme

As per the CLAT marking scheme released by the Consortium of NLUs

One mark is allotted for every correct answer
0.25 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer
Zero marks for questions left unattempted

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CLAT Passing Marks out of 120

The Consortium of NLUs does not release any passing marks for the CLAT exam. Candidates are always selected based on the merit rank. CLAT NLU Allotment is done based on the merit cum preference. However, those candidates who secure 85+ marks have a good chance of getting admission to top NLUs in the country.

Formula to Calculate CLAT 2026 Marks

The key formula to calculate the CLAT 2026 score by using the exam answer key is

How to calculate CLAT score - Formula	How to calculate CLAT score - Example
Total correct answers - (Total incorrect answers x 0.25) = Total score	100 correct answers - (30 incorrect answers X 0.25) = 92.5

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CLAT 2026 Question Paper Booklet (UG/PG)

How to Raise Objections on CLAT 2026 Answer Key ?

Candidates could raise objections on CLAT Answer Key against the questions/answers with which they were not satisfied on the official website. Check out the quick steps below:

Visit the consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
Login using registered mobile number and password.
Click on the Submit Objections button.
Select the type of objection (1) About the question or (2) About the answer key.
Enter objection details.
Click on submit button.
Click on the Make Payment button to make a payment of INR 1,000 per question.

What is CLAT Answer Key 2026 Objection submission fee?

Candidates had to pay INR 500 for each objection raised. The fee will be refunded if the query raised is valid. Without paying the fees you can not raise objections.

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- CLAT Exam Analysis 2026
- CLAT 2026 Counselling

CLAT 2026 Answer Key Grievances

Candidates can send their complaints regarding CLAT 2026 final answer key, as well as conduct of examination at different test centres. They will be able to submit the grievances in online mode at consortiumofnlus.ac.in as under:

Login to CLAT 2026 dashboard at - consortiumofnlus.ac.in
Click the ‘Submit Grievance’ button, and state the nature of the grievance;
Describe grievance in maximum 1,000 characters, and upload supporting documents;
Submit the declaration form, and click the ‘Submit’ button.

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CLAT Result & Merit List 2026

DeskCalendar Result: To be notified

The CLAT 2026 result was released soon after the CLAT Final Answer Key 2026. Candidates must note that CLAT 2026 Result was published on consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Candidates will be able to check the result by logging into their registered accounts.

Based on the result, all the qualifying candidates will be called for CLAT counselling. In the counselling session, all the qualifying candidates will be allotted seats in their respective courses offered at CLAT colleges .

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