The CLAT 2027 Application Process has started on August 3, 2026. Candidates can complete CLAT 2027 registration online at consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Read this page for the eligibility criteria, application fee, documents needed, application correction process, and exam centres to ensure a smooth and error-free application journey.

The CLAT Registration 2027 Process has started on August 3, 2026. Candidates can apply for this national-level law exam by visiting the CLAT official website; i.e. consortiumofnlus.ac.in. The CLAT 2027 registration last date is October 31, 2026. The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is the most important law entrance exam for candidates looking for admission to the NLUs in India. CLAT 2027 Exam Date is December 6, 2026.
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Candidates who complete the application process on time will be allowed to appear for the CLAT Exam 2027. Only those candidates will be issued CLAT Admit Card. Without a Hall Ticket, candidates will not be allowed to appear for the test. Read further to get every detail a candidate needs from eligibility and documents to complete their CLAT application form 2027.
- CLAT 2027 Registration Dates
- List of documents required for CLAT Registration 2027
- CLAT 2027 Eligibility Criteria
- Important Instructions while filling the CLAT 2027 Application Form
- How to Register for CLAT 2027?
- CLAT 2027 Application Form Process
- What is the CLAT 2027 Application Fee?
- How to Make Corrections in CLAT Application Form 2027?
- List of CLAT 2027 Exam Centres
CLAT 2027 Registration Dates
The Consortiumn of NLUs has provided several important dates for the CLAT exam. Candidates can check the CLAT Application Dates 2027 below:
| Event |
Dates |
|---|---|
| CLAT 2027 application form release date |
03-Aug-2026 |
| Last date of CLAT 2027 Application Process |
31-Oct-2026 |
| CLAT 2027 Application Correction Window Last Date |
To be announced |
| CLAT 2027 Admit Card date |
Last week of November |
| CLAT Exam 2027 |
06-Dec-2026 |
| CLAT 2027 Answer Key Date |
06-Dec-2026 |
| Release of CLAT final answer key 2027 |
First week of December |
| Declaration of CLAT 2027 results |
Second week of December |
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Commonly asked questions
The Consortium has announced the last date to submit the CLAT Application Form as October 31, 2026.
Yes, it is tough for an average student. However, with good strategy and study plan cracking CLAT exam is not tough.
To get good marks in CLAT 2027, focus on reading comprehension, daily current affairs, and consistent mock test practice. The exam consists of 120 questions, making speed and accuracy crucial. Prioritize Legal and Logical Reasoning, and use daily newspaper reading to boost your score in all sections.
As per NIRF ranking 2025, NLSIU Bangalore is the No. 1 ranked NLU colleges in India. The table below has other NLUs in India rankwise.
Top NLUs in India | NIRF 2023 | NIRF 2024 | NIRF 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | 1 | 1 | |
2 | 2 | 2 | |
4 | 4 | 4 | |
7 | 8 | 5 | |
18 | 21 | 27 | |
24 | 22 | 30 | |
30 | 26 | 15 | |
28 | 27 | 35 |
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website of the ranking body listed and may vary.
List of documents required for CLAT Registration 2027
Candidates will need some documents to complete CLAT 2027 Application Process successfully. They should keep following scanned documents ready in prescribed format
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A valid email ID as well as a mobile number
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Class 10 mark sheets
- Class 12 mark sheets and certificates
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ID and address proof (Aadhaar Card/Driving License/PAN Card, etc.)
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Category certificate if applying under SC/ST/OBC category
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Relevant certificate issued by a competent authority if applying as PwD or BPL candidate
Also Read: CLAT Candidate Login
CLAT 2027 Exam Beginner's Guide
Get complete details about CLAT exam syllabus, paper pattern, preparation tips, study plan, recommended books, etc.
CLAT 2027 Eligibility Criteria
It is very important to understand the CLAT Eligibility Criteria before applying. The Consortium will cancel the application at any stage if all the required CLAT 2027 Eligibility Criteria are not met.Check the CLAT UG/PG Eligibility below
CLAT UG Eligibility Criteria
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Requirement |
|
| CLAT Age Limit | No age bar |
CLAT PG 2027 Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Educational Requirement |
|
| CLAT Age Limit | No age bar |
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Commonly asked questions
Even with all the right documents, if you have not paid the application fee, your application form will be rejected. Since the application process cannot complete without submiting the fees. Once the window closes you won't be able to pay the fees or re fill the form.
The Consortium will release the CLAT Counselling Schedule along with the result. The CLAT First Merit List will likely be released by December end. The Consortium will release five round merit list.
The application edit window for CLAT Exam 2027 will likely open in November. Using the application edit window, the candidate will be able to edit details. Before the CLAT Application Correction Window 2027 is closed, candidates will be able to make following changes:
Details | ||
|---|---|---|
Candidate's Name | Email Address | Father's Name |
| Mother's Name | Exam Centre | Date of Birth |
| Mobile Number | Photograph | Signature |
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Important Instructions while filling the CLAT 2027 Application Form
Check out the important points to remember while filling out the CLAT Application Form:
- Check the eligibility criteria for CLAT exam.
- Fill in the educational, personal and other details carefully.
- Pay the registration fee in online mode only.
- An incomplete application form will be summarily rejected, and no request will be entertained in this regard.
- Ensure your name and date of birth in the application match your Class 10 certificates.
- E-mail ID and contact details should be correct.
- Upload a recent, clear photograph & signature in the specified format.
- Ensure you pay the application fees before submitting.
How to Register for CLAT 2027?
Candidates can follow the simple steps given below to register for CLAT 2027 Exam
- Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in or Click Here
- Click on Register
- Enter your personal details
- Create a password
- Verify using OTP sent to your mobile/email
- Your registration is done
Commonly asked questions
Candidates who are looking forward to appear for the CLAT 2027 will have to submit certail documents while filling the application form. Check the list below
- Photograph
- Signature
- Category Certificate
- Date of Birth Proof
To prepare for CLAT Exam you need right books and good study plan. You must solve past-year question papers and mock tests.
The Quantitative Techniques & Logical Reasoning sections are considered the most difficult to prepare for in the CLAT exam.
The CLAT syllabus is considered challenging due to its comprehensive, passage-based nature. Candidates will have to solve the questions within two hour time limit for 120 questions. The syllabus is tough and exam is difficult to crack.
CLAT 2027 Application Form Process
Candidates must review the process for filling out the Application Form 2027 below before starting.
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Go to the Consortium of NLUs official website; i.e. consortiumofnlus.ac.in
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Login using mobile number and password
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Fill in your details in the application form
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Upload all important documents
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Select the NLUs as per the preference
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Pay the CLAT Exam Fees
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Submit the application form
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What is the CLAT 2027 Application Fee?
The CLAT exam 2027 application fee depends on category of candidate. Check category-wise CLAT application fee 2027 below.
| Category |
Application fee (in INR) |
Application fee with previous year question papers |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC/PWD/NRI/ PIO/ OCI |
INR 4000 |
INR 4500 |
| SC/ ST/BPL |
INR 3500 |
INR 4000 |
Commonly asked questions
A bad rank in CLAT is relative and depends on factors like your category, the NLUs you target, and overall competition. For general category candidates, ranks above 15,000 to 20,000 are typically considered weak, reducing chances of admission into top or even mid-tier National Law Universities. For reserved categories, the threshold might be higher, but still, a rank significantly above the cutoff range may be viewed unfavorably. Ultimately, a "bad rank" hampers your chances of securing a coveted seat and may force you to consider alternative law schools or reattempt the exam in subsequent years. Improving your score remains essential.
Though CLAT Preparation takes months of practice, it is still not impossible. You can prepare for the CLAT Exam in one week with a correct and dedicated focus. But you should have at least some understanding of concepts to clear the exam.
Yes, CLAT is considered one of the most difficult law entrance exams. Candidates must note that the CLAT Exam is conducted for admission to NLUs across the country except NLU Delhi. Hence, the level of difficulty of CLAT Exam is tough.
How to Make Corrections in CLAT Application Form 2027?
The Consortium gives candidates the opportunity to make changes to the CLAT Application Form. The CLAT Application Correction Window will be opened for at least two days once the registration process is over. Candidates who have already submitted their CLAT 2027 Application Form can edit certain areas in the same. Details that can be edited are:
| Details |
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|---|---|---|
| Candidate's Name |
Email Address |
Reservation Criteria |
| Mother's Name |
Exam Centre |
Date of Birth |
| Mobile Number |
Programme applied (UG/PG) |
Signature |
Also Read: CLAT Reservation Criteria
List of CLAT 2027 Exam Centres
CLAT Exam will be conducted in over 130 CLAT test cities across India. These exam centres are located in around 89 test coities. Some of the expected major cities include:
| CLAT Test Cities 2027 |
|---|
| Agra |
| Allahabad |
| Amritsar |
| Barasat |
| Bengaluru |
| Bhubaneswar |
| Calicut |
| Chennai |
| Coimbatore |
| Dehradun |
| Diu |
| Faridabad |
| Gangtok |
| Gorakhpur |
| Gurugram |
| Gwalior |
| Hisar |
| Hubli/ Dharwad |
| Imphal |
| Jabalpur |
| Jalandhar |
| Rajkot |
| Jodhpur |
| Kolkata |
| Kottayam |
| Kurukshetra |
| Madurai |
| Meerut |
| Mumbai |
| Mysore |
| Navi Mumbai |
| Patiala |
| Patna |
| Pune |
| Rajahmundry |
| Salem |
| Shimla |
| Sonepat |
| Surat |
| Thiruvananthapuram |
| Trichy |
| Varanashi |
| Vishakapatnam |
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