CLAT 2027 Exam Day Guidelines: Code of Conduct, Items to Carry or Avoid, Do's & Dont's

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 expected to conduct CLAT 2027 exam in December 2026 for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate law programmes offered by participating National Law Universities. Those willing to appear for CLAT 2027 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

Candidates can check tentative bell timing for CLAT exam in table below

CLAT 2027 Items to Carry to Exam Centre

Candidates appearing for CLAT 2027 should carry these items to allotted exam centre

• Carry a printed copy of CLAT admit card. Entry to exam centre will not be allowed without it

• Bring an original photo ID such as an Aadhaar Card, Passport, Voter ID, Driving Licence or any other government-issued ID

• If photo on admit card is unclear, carry a recent attested passport-size photograph matching one uploaded during registration

• Candidates applying under Persons with Disabilities (PwD) category must carry their disability certificate

• 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

• Carry transparent water bottle, as drinking water may not be provided inside exam centre.

• 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

Things NOT to Carry to CLAT Exam Centre 2027

Candidates are not allowed to carry these items inside CLAT test centre

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  

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 

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