The CLAT 2026 Second Seat Allotment Result has been declared on 22 January 2026, by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs). The second merit list was released at 10:00 AM on the official candidate portal.
Candidates who participated in CLAT 2026 counselling can now check their Round 2 seat allotment status, including institute-wise allocation and next steps, by logging in to the Consortium’s official website.
CLAT 2026 Second Seat Allotment: Key Details
- Second allotment list released on 22 January 2026
- Result accessible through candidate login on the official portal
- Institute-wise seat allotment list published
- Round 2 confirmation window open from 22 to 29 January 2026
- Candidates can select Freeze, Float or Exit options
- Cut-off trends released for reference for upcoming rounds
The Round 2 allotment allows candidates to review their position and plan further participation in the counselling process.
How to Check CLAT 2026 Second Seat Allotment Result
Candidates can follow the steps below to access their Round 2 allotment:
- Visit the official website of the Consortium of NLUs
- Log in using the registered mobile number and password
- Click on “Second Seat Allotment List – CLAT 2026”
- Check the seat allotment details displayed on the screen
- Download the allotment letter for future reference
Candidates are advised to verify the allotted NLU, programme, and category details carefully.
CLAT 2026 Round 2 Counselling: Freeze, Float and Exit Options
After the second seat allotment, candidates must choose one of the following options within the confirmation window:
Freeze
Candidates satisfied with their allotted seat may opt for Freeze.
- Seat is confirmed and becomes final
- Candidate will not be considered for further allotment rounds
- University fee must be paid within the stipulated deadline
Float
Candidates seeking an upgrade to a higher preference may select Float.
- Current allotted seat remains secured
- Candidate remains eligible for upgradation in subsequent rounds
- Admission continues automatically if no upgrade is offered
Exit
Candidates who do not wish to continue with the counselling process may choose Exit.
- Candidate exits CLAT 2026 counselling
- Refund of counselling fee is processed as per applicable rules
Candidates should choose the option carefully, as it directly affects their admission status.
CLAT 2026 Counselling Schedule
The official counselling schedule for CLAT 2026 is as follows:
| Event | Date |
| Counselling registration begins | December 16, 2025 |
| Last date for registration and fee payment | December 27, 2025 |
| First allotment list |
CLAT 2026 Round 2 Cut-Off and Institute-Wise Allotment
Along with the second seat allotment result, the Consortium has released institute-wise and category-wise allotment data.
The Round 2 cut-off trends indicate:
- Closing ranks across participating NLUs
- Category-wise movement in allotments
- Likelihood of seat upgradation in further rounds
Candidates are advised to review these trends before selecting the Freeze or Float option.
What After CLAT 2026 Second Seat Allotment?
Candidates should complete the following steps within the confirmation window:
- Download the seat allotment letter
- Choose Freeze, Float, or Exit on the portal
- Pay the confirmation fee within the deadline
- Keep required documents ready for admission verification
- Track further allotment rounds if opting for Float
Failure to complete the confirmation process on time may lead to cancellation of the allotted seat.
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Adtiya Aryan
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