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CLAT 2026 Fifth Merit List Released: Final Counselling Round Begins; Check Seat Allotment Process and Required Documents

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Praful Bhatnagar
College Admin | Updated on May 20, 2026

CLAT 2026 Fifth Merit List Released: Final Counselling Round Begins; Check Seat Allotment Process and Required Documents: The CLAT 2026 Fifth Merit List has officially been released by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs), bringing an important update for thousands of law aspirants across the country. Candidates who participated in the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 counselling process can now check their seat allotment status through the official counselling portal.

The Round 5 merit list was published on May 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM, and candidates who have been allotted seats in this round must complete further admission formalities within the stipulated timeline.

Students should note that this marks the final round of CLAT 2026 counselling, making it a crucial stage in the admission process for undergraduate and postgraduate law programmes offered through participating National Law Universities (NLUs).

Qualified candidates can exercise the Freeze or Float option for their allotted seats before 1:00 PM on May 25, 2026.

Official CLAT Portal: Consortium of National Law Universities

CLAT 2026 Round 5 Seat Allotment: Key Highlights

Examination: CLAT 2026
Conducting Authority: Consortium of National Law Universities
Merit List Released: May 20, 2026 – 10:00 AM
Counselling Round: Fifth and Final Round
Seat Confirmation Deadline: May 25, 2026 – 1:00 PM
Admission Mode: Online
Official Website: www.consortiumofnlus.ac.in

 


Who Can Participate in the Fifth Merit List?

According to the counselling guidelines, candidates who had not locked their seats in previous counselling rounds were eligible to participate in the fifth allotment process.

The fifth round is significant because it concludes the CLAT counselling process for the 2026 admission cycle.

Students who receive seats in this round are advised to complete all formalities carefully within the announced timeline to avoid cancellation of admission.

How to Check CLAT 2026 Counselling and Seat Allotment Result

Candidates can follow these steps to access their seat allotment result:

Step 1: Visit the official website: CLAT Counselling Portal

Step 2: Enter your registered mobile number and password

Step 3: Click on Login

Step 4: Open the Seat Allotment Result section

Step 5: Check your allotment status and download details for future reference

CLAT 2026 Admission Process: Documents Required

Students allotted seats through the counselling process must upload and verify the following documents during admission:

Required Documents

Copy of CLAT 2026 Application Form

CLAT Scorecard 2026

Class 10 Marks Sheet

Class 12 Marks Sheet

CLAT Admit Card 2026

Call Letter issued by CLAT authority

Recent Passport-Size Photographs

Domicile Certificate

Caste Certificate

Specially-Abled Certificate (if applicable)

NRI Certificate

Sponsored NRI Certificate

Candidates should ensure that all documents are clear, valid, and match the information provided during registration.


Important Instructions for Candidates

Carefully verify your allotted seat details
Complete Freeze/Float action before the deadline
Keep scanned copies f all documents ready
Upload certificates in the prescribed format
Check the official website regularly for updates

CLAT 2027 Registration Expected Soon

Following previous admission trends, the CLAT 2027 application process is expected to begin around August 1, 2026, although the official announcement is yet to be released.

Candidates planning for the next admission cycle should watch for notifications regarding:

  • Application dates

  • Eligibility criteria

  • Examination schedule

  • Updated admission guidelines

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