Postcard-size photo for CLAT is among the top queries of student who are planning to appear for CLAT 2026. Along with the photograph, candidates also need to upload the CLAT signature while filling out the application form. This article of Shiksha brings the details of the postcard-size photo and uploading signature for CLAT 2026.
CLAT 2026: The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) will conduct the CLAT 2026 Entrance Exam likely on December 7, 2025. However, no official CLAT 2026 Exam Date has been announced yet. The consortium is expected to begin the Common Law Admission Test Application Process 2026 in July. While filling out the CLAT 2026 Application Form, candidates had to upload several documents, such as passport-size photographs and signatures. A postcard-size photograph is one of the mandatory documents that is needed to be uploaded by the applicants of CLAT. Aspirants often tend to overlook the requirement for a passport-size photo for CLAT and end up getting confused or keeping the CLAT application form incomplete. Candidates must note that their application will be rejected in case of incorrectly filed data and uploaded documents.
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In this article, we bring you a complete insight into uploading CLAT photos & signatures in the online application form.
Highlights of the CLAT Postcard Size Photograph
The consortium provided the details for the format and dimensions of the CLAT postcard-size photo to be uploaded on the CLAT application form. The following table brings the details regarding the CLAT postcard-size photographs.
Q: Is solving CLAT 2026 mock tests important for scoring well?
Q: How to score 100+ marks in CLAT Mock Tests 2026?
Candidates should start attempting the CLAT Mock Tests only when they have completed their CLAT Syllabus 2026. Mock tests will help your reading speed, ability to comprehend the passage and to actually understand the questions. Many students end up not performing well in the CLAT Exam even after the best preparation. Hence, it is very much needed to solve the mock tests or previous years’ question papers to know the pattern and also to know the topics you need to work on.
Q: How to Use CLAT Mock Test to Advantage?
While practicing CLAT mock tests is extremely important, it is also equally important to know how to make best use of them to ensure effective CLAT preparation. Check out some points below to keep in mind while attempting CLAT 2026 mock tests:
- Enroll in a good online mock test series
- Practice at least one mock test everyday along with one previous year CLAT question paper or sample paper
- Be wary of the time while attempting the CLAT mock test. Although there is no sectional time limit, it is advised that you allot fixed time to each section to ensure efficient use of the total two hours for the exam
- After attempting each mock test, note down your weak and strong areas for the exam and work on them accordingly
- After attempting at least five mock tests, sample papers and question papers try to analyse the important topics from which most questions have been asked in the paper. Focus on the important topics more.
Particulars |
Details |
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Size of the photograph |
20 KB – 50 KB |
File size |
200 X 230 pixels (preferred) |
File format |
JPG/JPEG |
Photo Background |
White colour or Light colour |
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Guidelines Regarding Postcard Size Photo for CLAT 2026
The consortium released guidelines regarding passport-size photos for CLAT. Let us take a look at the details here:
- A recent passport-size colour photograph with name and date
- The background of the photo must be either white colour or light colour
- The face of the individual must be clear and visible in the photo
- The image should be professional-looking
- There should not be red-eye in the photo
- If you wear glasses, ensure that there are no reflections on the eye and your eyes can be seen clearly
- The image should be uploaded in JPEG/JPG format
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Guidelines for Uploading CLAT Signature in CLAT Application Form 2026
Before filling up the CLAT exam 2026, candidates were advised to check the eligibility criteria for CLAT 2026. Candidates can follow the simple guidelines given below:
- Candidate must sign on the white paper with a Black Ink pen
- A signature should be done by the candidate and not by any other person
- The signature should be in small letters and a flow of running hand
- The signature on the CLAT Admit Card and the attendance sheet on the CLAT Exam Day should match the signature uploaded in the online form. Otherwise, candidates will not be allowed to appear in the CLAT 2025 Exam
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Requirements for filling CLAT Application Form 2026
Q: How can I improve my CLAT mock score?
To improve CLAT mock score, it is important to take the following measures:
- Practice at least one CLAT mock test daily. The more number of questions you will solve the more chances you will have of scoring better.
- Try to improve your speed and accuracy while attempting the CLAT mock test
- After attempting a mock test, note down your weak subjects/topics. Focus on your weaker areas more and then attempt the CLAT mock test again
By following these measures you will gradually see an improvement in your overall CLAT mock score. Following the measures will also increase your chances of cracking the CLAT exam with flying colours.
Q: How to attempt the mock test of CLAT 2026?
Candidates must practice as many CLAT 2026 mock tests as possible until the last day. Aspirants can follow the simple tips and tricks given below to score maximum marks:
- Decide the order of attempt
Candidates must identify the order in which they wish to attempt a section so that they don’t waste their time. They should ensure that they follow the same strategy on the exam day too.
Attempt 110+ questions:
Candidates must try and attempt 110+ questions. On the basis of the difficulty level of the paper, the candidates can decide how many questions they want to attempt. Candidates must not forget that there is a negative marking for each wrong answer. Be very sure of the answers before attempting them to avoid negative markings.
3 Sections should be STRONG:
As per the CLAT UG Exam Pattern 2026, there will be five sections. Candidates must ensure that at least they are strong in three sections. These three sections should be such that you can answer any question asked from it. These three sections should be such that you are sure that you will be able to secure above 80% marks.
Increase your speed and accuracy
Aspirants must work on their speed and accuracy. This is important so that you can complete your CLAT 2026 Question paper on time. Candidates can work on increasing speed by reading newspapers, solving sectional tests, solving more mock tests, etc.
Q: What are the benefits of giving CLAT Mock Tests 2026?
The key benefits of solving CLAT 2026 sample and question papers was that the sample paper contained similar types of questions to the ones asked in the actual CLAT exam. So, by solving the sample papers, the candidate were able to develop problem-solving and time-management skills. Another thing was previous years questions papers helped them to know types of questions asked, marking scheme, difficulty level, etc. With better insights into the exam, the candidate were able to adopt a better strategy for success.
Q: When should I start attempting the CLAT mock tests?
You should start attempting CLAT mock tests after you have a basic understanding of the syllabus and exam pattern, ideally 2–3 months before the actual exam. Here’s a step-by-step approach:
- Initial Phase (2–3 months before the exam):
Start with topic-wise or sectional mock tests to assess your strengths and weaknesses in different sections (English, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, etc.).
Focus on learning the concepts and solving questions without worrying too much about time.
- Intermediate Phase (1–2 months before the exam):
Begin full-length mock tests at least once a week.
Analyse your performance, review mistakes, and focus on time management.
- Final Phase (Last month before the exam):
Increase the frequency to 3–4 full-length mocks per week.
Practice under strict time conditions to improve speed and accuracy.
Review each mock thoroughly to fine-tune your strategy.
By following this strategy, you can effectively use mock tests to improve your performance and readiness for CLAT.
Q: From where can I get CLAT mock test for free?
Students can download CLAT mock tests for free from this page or alternatively from the Consortium of NLUs official website. Consoritum of NLUs mock tests are free and can be downloaded or practiced online. It is very important that CLAT aspirants regularly solve mock tests. It will help them in analyzing their preparation level and also give experience of appearing in the real exam.
It is advised that students solve mock tests in a planned manner. For each subject, students should solve subject/topic wise mock tests during the preparation and solve full length mock tests one month before the exam.
Before beginning with the CLAT application process 2026, candidates were advised to keep the below-mentioned items ready:
- A working email ID and mobile number
- Class 10 and 12 mark sheets
- ID and address proof (Aadhaar Card/Driving License/PAN Card, etc.)
- Scanned Passport size photograph (Format: JPEG)
- Scanned signature (Format: JPEG)
- Category certificate if applying under SC/ST/OBC category
- Relevant certificate issued by a competent authority if applying as PwD or BPL candidate
The CLAT 2026 eligibility criteria for admission to UG courses is - a minimum of 45 per cent marks in class 12, and for the PG course is - a bachelor's law degree with at least 50 per cent marks.
How to Scan CLAT Photo & Signature?
Candidates could follow the simple instructions given below to scan the CLAT photo & signature in a specified format:
- Scanner should be in a minimum of 200 dots per inch
- Set the colour as True colour
- Scan the Photo & Signature as mentioned in the format above
- After scanning the documents, crop the image to remove the unwanted area
- Save the file in JPEG/JPG format
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Postcard size photo for CLAT
Here we bring a sample postcard-size photo for CLAT as shared by the consortium
CLAT Photo Size & Signature: Important Instructions
Candidates were advised to follow the instructions given below while filling out the form in order to avoid rejection of the application.
- Try to avoid taking pictures from smartphones
- Avoid dark backgrounds in the photograph
- Do not wear tinted or dark glasses. Use only clear glasses while taking a photo
- Your face should be clearly visible.
- Make sure that the CLAT Photo Size must be in the specified format.
- Caps, hats, and dark glasses are not acceptable.
- The sign must be done on white paper with a Black Ink pen in order to avoid the CLAT Signature issue
Also Read: Important topics for CLAT 2026 preparation
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Yes, solving the mock test of CLAT 2026 regularly increases your chances to score good in the exam and also to get fundamental knowledge of various topics asked in the exam. The mock tests/ solving previous years’ question papers will help you in the better application of topics, expanding your knowledge and grasp of the subject. Along with solving mock tests, candidates must also keep track of topics or subjects they struggle with so that they can work on them more.