Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026, there’s an important update from the organising body — the exam centre list has been revised recently. Whether you’ve already downloaded your admit card or are yet to, you must check your centre details again. This change could affect your travel plans, accommodation and last-minute prep. Here’s everything you need to know.
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🔔 What Changed: CLAT 2026 Centre Revision Notice
The exam for CLAT 2026 is scheduled to be held on December 7, 2025 (UG & PG).
The official body — Consortium of National Law Universities (CNLU) — released a notification revising certain test-centres for select candidates.
In the recent update, for example, candidates previously allotted to a centre in Lucknow (Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyay Govt. Girls PG College, Rajajipuram) have been asked to note the change in their test-centre.
Other changes involve cities like Bhopal and Kolkata, where centre names or venue details have been modified.
Such revisions are usually prompted by logistical reasons — availability of venues, administrative feasibility, or local constraints.
✅ What You Must Do Immediately
Re-download your Admit Card: If you had already downloaded it, log in again at the CLAT portal (consortiumofnlus.ac.in) and check if your test-centre has changed. With the revision notice, a new hall ticket may be issued.
Verify Test-Centre Details: Check not only the city, but also the exact venue name and address. Minor changes (building name, street/colony) are common.
Plan Travel & Stay Accordingly: If the new centre is in a different city or far from your earlier assumptions — revise your travel plans, accommodation bookings, and arrival time.
Reach Early on Exam Day: On exam day (Dec 7, 2025), make sure to reach the centre well before the reporting time; gates generally close early and no late entry is allowed.
📝 How to Check New CLAT Centre Details
Go to the CLAT official website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in
Click on “CLAT 2026 Admit Card / Revised Hall Ticket” link.
Log in with your credentials (registered mobile number / password).
Download the admit card and carefully review the following:
Test-centre city and venue name
Exam date, shift, reporting time
Important instructions (ID proof, items allowed/ prohibited)
⚠️ Things to Keep in Mind
Even if you did not receive a mail or SMS, check your admit card again — updates may be applied silently.
Minor changes (venue building or centre name) are important — do not ignore them. Arriving at the old centre can lead to disqualification.
Avoid carrying prohibited items: no electronic gadgets, bags, or other restricted items — follow exam-day guidelines strictly.
🎯 What it Means for You
The revised centre list — though inconvenient — is an opportunity to double-check everything and avoid mishaps on exam day. For many candidates, especially those travelling from far away, re-planning now can save a lot of stress. Cover the basics: hall ticket, valid ID proof, travel arrangements, and exam-day readiness.
