When will the CLAT 2025 First Merit List be released?

When will the CLAT 2025 First Merit List be released?

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Mirza Farhan BaigUpdated on 30 Dec 2024, 09:54 AM IST

The Consortium of National Law Universities was supposed to publish the first CLAT 2025 merit list on December 26, 2024. However, due to the court petitions filed against the CLAT 2025 answer key, the publication of the first merit list of CLAT 2025 is delayed. The consortium will soon revise the CLAT results 2025 after the directions given by the Delhi High Court. Given that the publication of CLAT first merit list delayed along with the CLAT 2025 counselling schedule.
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When will the CLAT 2025 First Merit List be released?
When will the CLAT 2025 First Merit List be released?

As per the recent notification by the Consortium of NLUs, the revised CLAT 2025 first merit list date and counselling schedule will be announced after they finish the appeal process in the Supreme Court and expect a favourable outcome. With the current scenario, candidates who appeared for the Common Law Admission Test can expect the first CLAT merit list date to be released in the month of January 2025.


notification by the Consortium of NLUs,on CLAT 2025 first merit list

What After the Release of CLAT 2025 First Merit List?

There are five rounds of CLAT 2025 counselling, and the consortium will publish the CLAT merit list 2025 for each round. After the first CLAT merit is published online on the official website - consortiumofnlus.ac.in. The shortlisted students must pay the confirmation fee for a seat allotment at CLAT participating colleges 2025. Candidates included in the merit list will be allotted seats based on the CLAT 2025 scores, NLU preferences, category, and CLAT seat matrix 2025.

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Steps to Download the CLAT 2025 First Merit List

Here are the steps to download the CLAT first merit list:

  • Visit the official website - consortiumofnlus.ac.in

  • Click on CLAT 2025

  • Click on the CLAT 2025 first merit list

  • Next, click on the desired NLU for which the CLAT merit list is required.

  • The CLAT merit list 2025 will be displayed on the screen

  • Download and save the CLAT merit list PDF.

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Details Mentioned in the CLAT 2025 First Merit List

The CLAT merit list contains the following details:

  • All India rank of the candidate

  • CLAT 2025 Admit card number

  • Vertical reservation category

  • Horizontal reservation category

  • Admission status

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: When will the CLAT 2025 first merit list be released?
A:

The Consortium of NLUs will tentatively publish the first CLAT merit list in January 2025.

Q: How many rounds of centralised CLAT counselling will be held?
A:

There will be five rounds of CLAT counselling and additional rounds will be conducted at institute-level in case of vacant seats.

Q: When will CLAT 2026 be held?
A:

The consortium will conduct the CLAT 2026 exam in December 2025.

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To check your CLAT exam hall ticket, go to the official website, log in with your registration or application number and password (or other login details), and the admit card will be displayed on the screen. You should then download and print at least two copies of the admit card for the exam and counselling process.

I hope it will clear your query!!

Hello,

Yes, you can prepare for CLAT through self-study. Many students do it and score well. But self-study works only if you are disciplined and follow a proper plan.

Here are a few points to keep in mind:

1. Know the syllabus and pattern.
Understand each section: English, Current Affairs, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quant.

2. Make a fixed timetable.
Study a little every day. Consistency matters more than long hours.

3. Use good books and online sources.
Choose reliable material so you don’t waste time.

4. Practice a lot.
Solve mock tests and previous papers regularly. This is the most important part of CLAT prep.

5. Analyse your mistakes.
Check where you go wrong and improve those areas.

6. Stay updated with current affairs.
Read daily news or monthly current affairs PDFs.

If you can follow these steps honestly, self-study is enough. If you feel stuck or need guidance with strategy, you can always use online classes or doubt-clearing support.

Hope it helps !

According to our prediction the date is tentatively on December 14, 2025 or CLAT 2026 admissions. You may read more about it here law.careers360.com/articles/clat-result

Choosing the right CLAT coaching is a personal decision that should align with your learning style, budget, and location. There isn't a single "best" one.

A humanistic approach suggests you consider these factors:

  1. Faculty & Focus: Look for institutions with experienced faculty who offer personalized doubt clearing, not just recorded lectures.

  2. Material Quality: The study material must be updated to the latest CLAT pattern, emphasizing Legal Reasoning and Current Affairs.

  3. Peer Environment: A strong peer group and competitive environment boost motivation.

The linked article from Careers360 provides context and lists major national players in the CLAT prep space, which you can use to start your comparison: https://law.careers360.com/articles/clat-online-coaching . Choose the one that feels like the best investment in your future

Yes, there are several law colleges in India that offer admission without requiring CLAT or other national-level entrance exams — and one such option is MERI Institute, Delhi .

At MERI Institute , students can pursue law courses based on their 12th-grade merit , without the stress of competitive entrance tests. This makes it an excellent choice for those who want to build a career in law but prefer a more straightforward admission process.

The institute focuses on practical legal education , with experienced faculty members, regular court visits, moot court training, and interactive seminars that help students understand real-world legal practices. The campus environment is supportive and student-friendly, offering both academic guidance and personal growth opportunities.

So, if you’re looking for law colleges without CLAT , MERI Institute in Delhi can be a great fit—providing quality education, a balanced learning approach, and a pathway to a successful law career without the pressure of tough entrance exams.