The CLAT result is the single document that determines which National Law University you can attend. It carries your raw score, section-wise breakup, All India Rank, and category rank. This page covers everything you need to know — the expected result date, how to access your scorecard, how to interpret your marks and rank, and what concrete steps to take once the result is out, whether your rank is strong, borderline, or below expectations.
The Consortium of NLUs has historically released CLAT results within 2 to 3 weeks of the examination date. CLAT 2026 was held in the first week of December 2025, and its result was declared in the last week of December 2025. Following the same pattern, if the CLAT 2027 exam is conducted in the first week of December 2026, the result can be expected by late December 2026 or the first week of January 2027.
The result will be published exclusively on consortiumofnlus.ac.in, the official website of the Consortium of National Law Universities. Do not rely on unofficial sources or social media claims. The Consortium will also send email and SMS notifications to registered candidates once the result is live.
The provisional answer key is typically released within a few days of the exam, followed by a challenge window of 2-3 days. After considering challenges, the Consortium finalises the answer key and computes scores. The final result — including ranks — is then published. Keep your registered email and phone number active during this period, as all official communications are sent through these channels.
Once the Consortium declares the result, follow these steps to access your scorecard. The process is straightforward but ensure you have your login credentials ready.
Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in. The result link will be prominently displayed on the homepage. Avoid clicking links from unofficial sources or forwarded messages — always type the URL directly or use a bookmarked link.
Use your CLAT application number (or registered email) and password to log in. If you have forgotten your password, use the "Forgot Password" option to reset it via your registered email or mobile number before the result is declared.
Once logged in, look for the "Result" or "Scorecard" tab in your dashboard. Click the CLAT 2027 result link. The page may take a moment to load on result day due to heavy traffic — be patient and avoid refreshing repeatedly.
Your scorecard will display your raw marks per section (English, Current Affairs & GK, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Techniques), total marks out of 150, All India Rank (AIR), and category rank. Download or print the scorecard immediately — you will need it during counselling.
Your CLAT scorecard contains several data points. Understanding what each number means — and what it does not mean — is critical before you start comparing scores or making counselling decisions.
Your raw score is your absolute performance — total correct answers minus the negative marking penalty (0.25 per wrong answer). Your rank is your position relative to all other candidates. Two candidates with the same marks can have different ranks due to tie-breaking criteria (section-wise scores, then age).
The scorecard shows marks obtained in each of the five sections. This breakup is essential for self-analysis. If you scored well overall but poorly in one section, that section becomes your priority area for improvement if you plan to retake CLAT or appear for other exams.
CLAT deducts 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer. If you attempted 140 questions and got 20 wrong, your penalty is 5 marks — reducing your score from 120 to 115. Four wrong answers cancel one correct answer. This is why strategic attempts matter more than total attempts.
In addition to your All India Rank, the scorecard shows your category rank (SC, ST, OBC, PwD, if applicable). Your category rank is what matters during counselling for reserved seats. A General AIR of 2000 might correspond to an OBC rank of 400, significantly improving your NLU options.
120+ marks out of 150 is generally considered a strong score for top-5 NLUs (NLSIU, NALSAR, NUJS, NLU Jodhpur, GNLU). 100-120 marks puts you in contention for mid-tier NLUs (ranks 6-15). 80-100 marks can secure admission in lower-ranked NLUs. These thresholds shift based on exam difficulty — a harder paper lowers the cutoff scores across the board.
The correlation between CLAT marks and All India Rank is not linear. Small differences in marks at the top end can mean large differences in rank, because hundreds of candidates cluster around similar scores. The table below shows approximate historical correlations — actual figures will vary based on the number of test-takers and paper difficulty.
Note: These are approximate figures based on CLAT 2024-2026 data. Actual rank-marks correlation varies each year depending on paper difficulty, number of candidates, and negative marking impact across the cohort.
Your post-result strategy depends entirely on where your rank falls. There is no single playbook — the right approach changes based on whether your rank is strong, borderline, or below expectations. Here are three scenarios and the steps to take for each.
Congratulations — you are in a position to secure a seat at a reputable NLU. Your focus now shifts from preparation to strategy. Begin researching NLUs thoroughly: campus infrastructure, faculty, placement records, city, cost of living, and alumni network. Your preference order during counselling directly determines which NLU you get allotted, so do not treat it casually.
Attend webinars and connect with current students at your target NLUs. Understand the counselling timeline, fee structure, and document requirements. Prepare all original documents — Class 10 and 12 marksheets, category certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, Aadhaar card, and passport-size photographs — well before the counselling dates.
A borderline rank means you will likely get an NLU, but not necessarily your top choice. The key strategy here is the float option. During CLAT counselling, you can accept an allotted seat while "floating" your preferences upward — meaning if a higher-preference NLU has vacancies in subsequent rounds, you get upgraded automatically without losing your current seat.
List as many NLUs as possible in your preference order. Do not leave out any NLU you would be willing to attend. Many candidates make the mistake of listing only 5-6 NLUs and end up unallotted when they could have secured a seat at a perfectly good institution. Every NLU on the Consortium list provides a recognised BA LLB / LLM degree with decent placement opportunities.
A rank beyond 1500 in General category makes NLU admission difficult (though reserved category candidates may still have options). If this is your situation, you have three paths forward. First, still participate in counselling — spot rounds and special rounds sometimes have unexpected vacancies. Second, explore alternative law entrance exams: AILET (NLU Delhi), LSAT India (accepted by several private law schools), and MH-CET Law (for Maharashtra law colleges including GLC Mumbai).
Third, consider retaking CLAT next year. Many CLAT toppers are second or third-time takers. A focused preparation cycle with structured mock testing, targeted section improvement, and better time management can significantly improve your rank. Analyse your current scorecard section by section — identify your weakest areas and build a 6-month plan around them.
Based on historical patterns, the CLAT 2027 result is expected within 2-3 weeks of the exam date. If the exam is held in the first week of December 2026, expect results by late December 2026 or early January 2027. The result is released on consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
Visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in, log in with your registered credentials, navigate to the result section, and click the result link. Your scorecard will display your raw marks, section-wise breakup, All India Rank, and category rank.
The Consortium of NLUs typically does not allow re-evaluation of answer sheets. However, challenges to the answer key are permitted before the result is finalized. If you believe there is an error in mark computation, you can raise a grievance through the official portal within the prescribed window.
Log in to the Consortium website using your application number and password. Navigate to the result section, view your scorecard, and use the download or print option. Save a PDF copy for your records as it may be required during counselling and admission.
Several coaching institutes and websites offer unofficial rank predictors based on historical data. These tools estimate your probable rank based on expected marks. However, actual ranks depend on the difficulty of the paper and the performance of all candidates, so treat predictions as rough estimates only.
A score of 120+ out of 150 is generally considered strong for top-5 NLUs like NLSIU and NALSAR. Scores between 100-120 are competitive for mid-tier NLUs (ranks 6-15), and scores of 80-100 can secure admission in lower-ranked NLUs. These thresholds vary based on paper difficulty.
Use the "Forgot Password" option on the Consortium website to reset your password via your registered email or mobile number. If you face further issues, contact the Consortium helpline or email their support team with your application details.
Yes. The CLAT scorecard includes a section-wise breakup showing your marks in English, Current Affairs & GK, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Techniques, along with your total raw score and rank.
CLAT applies a penalty of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer. This means four wrong answers effectively cancel out one correct answer. Your raw score on the scorecard reflects this deduction. Strategic elimination and selective attempts are important to maximise net score.
If your rank is lower than expected, consider listing more NLUs in your counselling preference list, including tier-2 and tier-3 NLUs. You can also explore other law entrance exams like AILET, LSAT India, and MH-CET Law. Many candidates retake CLAT the following year after a focused preparation cycle.
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