CLAT 2027 Counselling Documents: NLUs Seat matrix, Mandatory Instructions
Common Law Admission Test 2027 ( CLAT )
CLAT 2027 Application Correction Window
3 Nov '26 - 10 Nov '26
CLAT 2027 counselling requires candidates to keep all mandatory documents ready, check NLU seat matrix and follow official instructions to complete admission process.
Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) conducts Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate law programmes offered by participating National Law Universities. After declaration of CLAT 2027 results, Consortium will begin counselling for eligible candidates. Those who qualify must register for CLAT counselling, upload all mandatory documents and complete the admission formalities.
Candidates should also check NLU-wise seat matrix to understand number of seats available in each category before filling their preferences. Following official CLAT counselling instructions carefully is essential for admission process. It is expected that CLAT 2027 will be conducted in December in offline mode.
- CLAT 2027 Counselling Dates
- Documents required for CLAT 2027 Counselling
- CLAT 2027 Counselling Instructions
- How to Get Full Refund of CLAT Counselling Registration Fee 2027?
CLAT 2027 Counselling Dates
Candidates can check CLAT tentative dates below
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| CLAT Counselling Registration (Begins) |
December 2026 |
| CLAT Counselling Registration (Ends) |
December 2026 |
| CLAT First Allotment List |
January 2027 |
| Payment of Confirmation Fee to Consortium for Freeze and Float options and Admission by NLUs for the First Allotment List | January 2027 |
| CLAT Second Allotment List | January 2027 |
| Payment of Confirmation Fee to Consortium for Freeze and Float options and Admission by NLUs for second Allotment List | January 2027 |
| CLAT PG Merit List | May 2027 |
| CLAT UG Merit List | May 2027 |
Commonly asked questions
No, the CLAT Scorecard will not be sent by post. The only way to get the scorecard is to download it online. Candidates can visit CLAT portal; i.e. consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Enter their login ID and password. The CLAT Result will appear on their screen.
No, you can not appear for counselling if you have not cleared CLAT Exam.
The CLAT Result is normally released just a few days after the final answer key has been displayed. Candidates must note that the result is not announced until the final answer key is published.
Apart from the other important documents required for CLAT Counselling, the CLAT Scorecard is must. Candidates must ensure to cross check the details mentioned on the scorecard before downloading it. In case of discrepancies, reach out to the consortium before the counselling day.
Documents required for CLAT 2027 Counselling
Candidates can check list of documents needed to upload during admissions counselling process
- Scanned copy of Class 10th marksheet
- CLAT admit card
- Class 12th marksheet
- LLB/equivalent degree marksheet (for PG candidates)
- Character certificate
- Transfer/migration certificate
- Caste certificate
- PwD/SAP certificate
- Any other supporting documents
CLAT 2027 Counselling Instructions
Candidates who have received an invite from consortium could register for CLAT 2027 counselling. Check below to know more
- Log in to CLAT account
- Enter credentials
- Validate invitation for counselling in each round
- Click ‘Make Payment’ tab
- Pay counselling registration fee of INR 30,000 (general category candidates) or INR 20,000 (ST/ SC/ OBC/ BC/ EWS/ PWD categories)
- CLAT Counselling Registration fee has to be made online
- Once fee payment is done, they can log out
Commonly asked questions
The Consortium of NLUs is likely to announce the CLAT Result 2027 on December 11, 2026. The result will be announced on consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
Once the CLAT Result is announced, the Consortium will announce the CLAT counselling schedule as per which candidates have to appear for the counselling. The Consortium will announce the CLAT counselling schedule as per which candidates have to appear for the counselling.
You should understand that once you opt to get out of the counselling process you can not go back. You will get option to either freeze your seat or choose to let it go and participate in next round. You can anytime exit the whole process too.
The CLAT Counselling Process is completely online. Candidates need to register first by uploading their documents, and participate in choice filling and seat allotment. For original document verification aspirants will have to go to thedesignated centres.
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How to Get Full Refund of CLAT Counselling Registration Fee 2027?
Candidates can check how to get full refund of CLAT Counselling Registration Fees
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Those who are not allotted any seat after fifth counselling round will receive full refund of counselling registration fee
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Candidates who exit counselling process without selecting Freeze or Float will also get full refund
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Those who choose Freeze or Float and exit before last date will receive a full refund
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If a candidate exits after the last exit date, INR 5,000 will be deducted from refund
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Candidates allotted a seat for first time in fifth round will get Full refund if they exit or do not complete admission
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If a candidate is declared ineligible during document verification, INR 5,000 will be deducted, and remaining amount will be refunded
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Refunds will be credited only to same bank account used for payment
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Refund requests to a different bank account will not be accepted
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 10 hours ago
Yes, but only if you are eligible for both. You can prepare the overlapping areas together. These include comprehension, current affairs, and reasoning. NLSAT needs extra essay and written-answer practice, while CLAT needs maths practice and timed MCQ drills.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 10 hours ago
No. Both exams test reading, awareness, and reasoning. NLSAT also includes subjective legal reasoning and essay writing. CLAT UG also tests Quantitative Techniques. NLSAT has no maths section.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 10 hours ago
NLSAT is harder in analysis and writing. CLAT is harder in speed and pressure. In 2026, NLSAT Part A was difficult because of a heavy reading load, while CLAT was moderate overall. NLSAT also has a lower acceptance rate of about 2%, compared with about 5% for CLAT.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 11 hours ago
The CLAT 2027official mock test will be conducted online on November 10 and 20. Candidates will be required to login with their CLAT 2027 account credentials.
Contributor-Level 9
Answered 3 days ago
Neither CLAT nor SLAT is universally better. They serve different career goals, test styles, and college targets. Students who want to get into National Law Universities should appear for CLAT. The SLAT exam is held for admission to Symbiosis Law Schools.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 3 days ago
The CLAT 2027 application correction facility is available now till November 10.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a week ago
Yes, the CLAT 2027 registration deadline has been extended. Candidates can now apply online till November 7, 2026.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
You can access official CLAT resources and practice materials through structured prep pages on Shiksha CLAT Question Papers.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Yes, for some of them. Bahra lists scholarships based on JEE Main marks and CLAT rank, along with BUSET, CAT, MAT, and CUET percentile scores. I am not sure about NEET, so confirm that with the admissions office.
Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 weeks ago
The CLAT or Common Law Admission Test, is conducted to select candidates for the 5-year Integrated Law Course offered by the National Law Universities across the nation. CLAT PG is conducted to select the candidates for the PG courses.
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