CLAT 2026 Result: Highest Scores, Performance Trends and Admission Pathway
CLAT 2026 result analysis with top scores, city-wise UG & PG trends and next steps in the admission process.
The Consortium of National Law Universities has officially declared the CLAT 2026 results, bringing an end to months of anticipation for law aspirants across the country. The examination was conducted on 7 December 2025 at 156 test centres spread across 25 States and 4 Union Territories, reflecting the exam’s nationwide scale and reach.
Strong Participation and High Attendance
One of the most notable aspects of CLAT 2026 is the exceptionally high attendance rate of 96.01%, indicating sustained interest in legal education despite intense competition. Of the candidates who appeared:
- 57% were females
- 43% were males
- 9 candidates identified as transgender, highlighting gradual diversification in participation
Top Scores and Evaluation Pattern
City-Wise Performance Trends (UG & PG)
A closer look at the Top 100 Undergraduate (UG) candidates reveals interesting regional patterns. Bengaluru emerged as the leading city, contributing the highest number of top scorers, followed by New Delhi and Mumbai. Cities such as Hyderabad, Jaipur, Chennai, Gurugram, and Lucknow also featured prominently, reflecting the strong presence of coaching hubs and academic ecosystems in these regions.
Notably, Hisar recorded four female candidates and no male candidates in the UG Top 100 list, making it a standout and statistically interesting data point in this year’s results.
In the Postgraduate (PG) category, New Delhi dominated the Top 100 list, contributing the highest number of successful candidates, followed by Jabalpur and Jaipur. Other cities such as Indore, Patiala, Lucknow, Hyderabad, and Gandhinagar also found significant representation. The PG results indicate a wider geographical spread, with candidates from smaller cities and academic centres performing competitively alongside metropolitan hubs, underscoring the growing accessibility of advanced legal education across regions.
What Lies Ahead
Admissions to the five-year integrated UG and PG law programmes for the Academic Year 2026–27 will now be conducted by participating National Law Universities based on CLAT 2026 scores.
The Consortium has notified the instructions for the CLAT 2026 admissions counselling process. Candidates should refer to the official website for complete and updated details.
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