CLAT 2027 Exam Day Guidelines: Code of Conduct, Items to Carry or Avoid, Do's & Dont's
Common Law Admission Test 2027 ( CLAT )
CLAT 2027 online registrations
3 Aug '26 - 31 Oct '26
Candidates can check CLAT 2027 exam day guidelines, code of conduct, essential items to carry, prohibited items and important do's and don'ts on this page.
CLAT Exam Guidelines 2027
Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) is announced CLAT 2027 exam date for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate law programmes offered by participating National Law Universities. Those willing to appear for Common Law Admission Test should not only focus on their preparation but also be familiar with official exam day guidelines to avoid any last-minute issues at test centre.
Following code of conduct, carrying required documents and avoiding prohibited items are important for a smooth exam process. Candidates are also advised to reach CLAT exam centre well before reporting time and follow instructions issued by invigilators. Check complete CLAT 2027 exam day guidelines, code of conduct, items to carry, prohibited items and do's and don'ts.
- CLAT 2027 Exam Day Bell Timings
- CLAT 2027 Items to Carry to Exam Centre
- List of acceptable ID proofs on CLAT Exam Day
- Things NOT to Carry to CLAT Exam Centre 2027
- CLAT 2027 Exam Day Guidelines & Instructions
- CLAT Exam Instructions 2027 to be followed Inside Exam Centre
- How to Use CLAT 2027 OMR Response Sheet?
CLAT 2027 Exam Day Bell Timings
Candidates can check tentative bell timing for CLAT exam in table below
| Particulars | Bell type | Timings |
|---|---|---|
| Entry inside exam hall | Long bell | 1:00 pm onwards |
| Entry of Candidates inside hall/ classroom | Long bell | 1:30 pm |
| Distribution of sealed Envelopes and announcement of Instructions by Invigilators |
Short bell | 1:50 pm |
| Exam begins, and candidates can open seal of QB | Long bell | 2:00 pm |
| Last chance to enter inside exam centre | Short bell | 2:15 pm |
| Completion of 60 minutes | Short bell | 3:00 pm |
| Warning bell for 10 minutes remaining for exam | Short bell | 3:50 pm |
| Exam ends, except for PWD Candidates. (No candidate shall be allowed to write anything on OMR Response Sheet/Question Paper Booklet). PWD Candidates gets compensatory 40 minutes extra |
Long bell | 4:00 pm |
Commonly asked questions
The CLAT PG Exam will be held for duration of two hours; i.e. from 2 pm to 4 pm. Candidates have to answer 120 questions in the given time frame. The scores of CLAT LLM 2027 score will be accepted by 19 NLUs in the country.
A good rank in the CLAT exam for general category students is under 1,000–1,500 to secure admission in top-tier National Law Universities (NLUs). A rank under 500 is considered excellent for the top 5 NLUs, while a rank up to 3,000–5,000 can still secure a seat in newer, mid-tier NLUs.
As of 2026, 26 National Law Universities (NLUs) participate in the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT). These universities offer undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programs, with over 5,600 seats available in total. NLU Delhi is the only exception, conducting its own entrance exam (AILET) rather than participating in CLAT
Apart from the CLATAdmit Card, candidates must carry the following documents to the exam centre:
- Passport-sized photograph (same as the one uploaded with the application form)
- A valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar card/ Driving Licence/ PAN Card/ Passport/ Voter ID)
- Transparent water bottle
CLAT 2027 Items to Carry to Exam Centre
Candidates appearing for CLAT 2027 should carry these items to allotted exam centre
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Carry a printed copy of CLAT admit card. Entry to exam centre will not be allowed without it
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Bring an original photo ID such as an Aadhaar Card, Passport, Voter ID, Driving Licence or any other government-issued ID
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If photo on admit card is unclear, carry a recent attested passport-size photograph matching one uploaded during registration
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Candidates applying under Persons with Disabilities (PwD) category must carry their disability certificate
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Carry a blue or black ball-point pen to fill in details on OMR sheet and admit card. Pens of other colours may not be allowed
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Carry transparent water bottle, as drinking water may not be provided inside exam centre.
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A simple analogue wristwatch is allowed. Smartwatches or digital watches are not permitted
List of acceptable ID proofs on CLAT Exam Day
Candidates can check list of ID proofs that will be accepted at CLAT Test Centres
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport
- PAN card
- Ration card/PDS photo card
- Voter ID card
- Driving license
- Photo ID issued by a recognised educational institution
- Photobank ATM card
- Kissan photo passbook
- CGHS/ECHS photo card
- Address card mentioning the name and photo issued by the department of posts
- Certificate of identity having photo issued by gazetted officer or tehsildar on letterhead
- Disability ID card/handicapped medical certificate issued by the respective State/UT governments/administrations
Commonly asked questions
The CLAT exam duration is two hours for both the Undergraduate and Postgraduate. It will have 120 multiple choice questions. For each correct answer one makrs will be given and -0.25 will be deducted for incorrect ones.
The CLAT Exam is conducted by consortiumofnlus.ac.in. All those candidates who are looking forward to getting admission at NLUs must appear for the exam. Apart from NLU Delhi, admission to all the NLUs are done through CLAT.
The Consortium of NLUs conducts the CLAT Exam from 2 pm to 4 pm. The exam is held only in one slot. There are no shifts in CLAT Exam. The exam will be held in pen-and-paper mode.
CLAT 2027 exam will be conducted on December 6, 2026. The exam will be held from 2 pm to 4 pm. Consortium of NLUs has officially announced CLAT Exam Date.
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Things NOT to Carry to CLAT Exam Centre 2027
Candidates are not allowed to carry these items inside CLAT test centre
| Calculator | Mobile Phone |
| Digital Watch | Bags |
| Headphones | Camera |
| Study material | Any kind of digital items |
Also Read: CLAT Dress Code for Male and Female Candidates
CLAT 2027 Exam Day Guidelines & Instructions
Candidates can check CLAT exam day guidelines that they must follow before and after entering test centre
Before entering CLAT Centre
Major instructions that candidates must follow before entering test centre include
- Reporting time: All candidates are required to report to the allotted CLAT exam center at least one hour before the commencement of the exam, i.e., by 1:00 PM. It is to be noted that no candidate is allowed to enter the exam hall 15 minutes after the commencement of the exam.
- Baggage: Candidates are advised to carry only minimal items to the CLAT test centre. All the baggage will be kept outside the centre, and the authorities will not be responsible for any loss or damage to items.
- Document verification: The admit card, along with the original photo ID proof, will be checked by the centre authorities at the entry gate. Therefore, candidates have to keep them ready and handy for verification.
- If a candidate is suffering from an illness, they will have to carry their medication. If the candidate needs an isolated facility to attempt the test due to illness they can write to nodalofficer-pwd@consortiumofnlus.ac.in
CLAT exam day guidelines for PWDs and Specially abled persons
Candidates appearing for CLAT exam under PWD/ Specially-abled persons criteria must check important instructions below
- Total time provided to PwDs/SAPs in CLAT will be 40 minutes extra, i.e. 2 hours and 40 minutes
- PwDs/ SAPs candidates will have to carry their original Disability Certificate to exam centre on day of CLAT
- PwDs/SAPs who wish to make arrangements for getting their personal scribe will have to inform Consortium and bear associated costs
- PwDs/SAPs candidates who wish to avail this facility of a scribe through Consortium will have to send an email to with duly filled proformas given below
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Commonly asked questions
Candidates should start the CLAT 2027 Legal Reasoning preparation as soon as they begin their preparation.
As early as possible as this will give candidates ample time to build reading speed and critical thinking skills to solve the questions with ease.
The best time to start is right now during your foundational preparation phase, alongside Percentages and Averages, to build core Data Interpretation skills early.
Candidates are suggested to start preparing for Profit and Loss topics as soon as they begin their CLAT 2027 preparation.
CLAT Exam Instructions 2027 to be followed Inside Exam Centre
Candidates must follow guidelines when at exam centre. During reporting, candidates have to follow these
- Follow all instructions given by invigilator during exam
- Sign admit card only in presence of invigilator
- Do not use any unfair means, as it may lead to disqualification
- Do not leave exam hall before exam ends, and submit OMR sheet before exiting
- Candidates can take CLAT question paper and carbon copy of OMR sheet after exam
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How to Use CLAT 2027 OMR Response Sheet?
While filling CLAT OMR sheet, candidates must keep in mind these points
- Pen: Candidates should only use a black or blue ball-point pen to write on the admit card or mark their answers on OMR sheet
- Marking the answer: Candidates should indicate only one answer by shading a circle from given options
- Shading of circle: Candidates should shade circle on the OMR sheet entirely without leaving any space. Incomplete circles will not be considered for evaluation. Questions in which candidates shade two circles will also not be evaluated
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 4 days ago
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Yes, the Consortium removed two Test Cities from the CLAT 2027. The removed test cities are Vellore and Tiruvarur. CLAT 2027 exam date is December 6.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a week ago
Candidates are required to pay the CLAT Registration/Form fee as per their category. The Consortium prescribed the category-wise form fee. Without submitting the CLAT form fee, the registration will not be completed.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
No, a domicile certificate is not mandatory for all candidates. It is only required if you intend to claim a reservation/ seat under state quota (offered by specific NLUs). Students can skip this document if they are applying solely under the All-India open category.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
Yes, only Indian Citizens can fill and appear in CLAT. The Foreign nationals can take admission in NLUs but through different official channel.
Contributor-Level 9
Answered a week ago
No, candidates who fulfill OP Jindal Global University BBA LLB (hons) eligibility criteria cannot apply with a CLAT-UG score. This institute only accepts admission based on LNAT-UK exam. No other entrance exams are accepted during admissions to this course.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) has notified that the CLAT 2027 exam date is December 6, 2026. The exam will be held offline in pen-and-paper mode.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a week ago
The Consortium of NLUs activated the CLAT Registration form on August 3. The candidates should note that the last date to register for CLAT 2027 is October 31. The Consortium notified that the CLAT 2027 exam date is Dcember 6.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
No, there is no such provision given by the Consortium to fill the CLAT registration form offline. Candidates must complete the CLAT 2027 registration 2027 on or before the last date. The candidates should note that the CLAT 2027 exam date is December 6.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
CLAT does not give a fixed number for grammar. The exam is fully passage-based. Grammar is tested inside English Language, which carries around 20% weightage.
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Contributor-Level 10
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