How to Fill CLAT Application Form 2027: Photo & Signature Specifications, Online Form Correction

Common Law Admission Test 2027 ( CLAT )

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CLAT 2027 online registrations

3 Aug '26 - 31 Oct '26

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Updated on Aug 17, 2026 13:57 IST
CLAT 2027 registration and application process started on August 3, 2026. Candidates can check 'how to fill the CLAT application form 2027' steps in detail, including registration, filling up details and fee payment. CLAT 2027 will be held on December 6, 2026. The last date to submit CLAT Application is October 31, 2026.

The CLAT 2027 registration and application forms are available online till October 31. Candidates can see the process to fill the CLAT application form and other important instructions that need to be followed while filing the form. The candidates can see here the details about the CLAT registration, application form and fee payment.

CLAT 2027 Application Process

The CLAT applications were started on August 3. The Consortium of NLUs released a list of instructions on its portal for the CLAT application form. The candidates are required to fill the application form by following the instructions given on the portal. The candidates need to confirm all the specifications given in the instructions. The candidates can see here the complete process of filling the CLAT application form 2027.

The last date to apply for the CLAT 2027 is October 31. The candidates are advised to fill their applications well before the last date to avoid any last-minute technical glitch. The CLAT Application Process 2027 can be completed on consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Candidates must check CLAT Eligibility Criteria before applying for this exam. CLAT 2027 will be conducted on December 6, 2026.

CLAT 2027 Exam Beginner's Guide

Access CLAT exam syllabus, paper pattern, prep tips, study plan, recommended books and latest NIRF LAW Ranking.

Only those candidates who complete the registration process on time will be issued the CLAT Hall Ticket. All important information related to this national-level law exam is available in the CLAT Notification. First-time applicants might face some difficulties in filling up the CLAT application. Candidates can learn how to fill out the CLAT 2027 application form by following the steps below provided on this page.

Table of contents
  • CLAT 2027 Application Form: Key Details
  • How to fill CLAT 2027 Application Form?
  • Instructions to follow while filling the CLAT 2027 Application Form

CLAT 2027 Application Form: Key Details

Candidates can check the complete schedule of the CLAT application form below.

Event Name Dates
Release of CLAT 2027 Notification 22-Jul-2026
Start of CLAT 2027 Registration 03-Aug-2026
Last day to fill CLAT Application Form 31-Oct-2026
CLAT Admit Card 2027 Release Day Mid-November(tentative)
CLAT Exam Date 2027 06-Dec-2026
CLAT Provisional Answer Key 2027 07-Dec-2026 (tentative)
CLAT Final Answer Key 2027 11-Dec-2026 (tentative)
 

The above dates are tentative and will be updated when the actual dates are notified.

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How to fill CLAT 2027 Application Form?

CLAT Application Form 2027 includes registration, detailed filling, document upload and fee payment steps. Candidates can follow the steps below to fill the CLAT application form without making any errors

CLAT  Registration

  • Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in
  • Click on the CLAT Exam 2027 tab
  • Select register
  • Enter your name, mobile number & email ID
  • Verify your phone number using the OTP sent 
  • Create password

Fill the Personal & Academic Details

  • Re-login using your registered mobile number & password
  • Choose the course
  • Fill your details like Name, DOB, Parents' name
  • Select category
  • Enter your communication details
  • Fill your academic details

Select CLAT Test Centres and Reservations

  • Select your choice of test center locations
  • Enter your state domicile to claim state reservation

Upload documents

  • Candidates will have to upload certain documents in scanned format. Check the list here
  • Front-facing passport-size recent photograph with a plain background
  • Signature (black/blue ink on white paper)
  • Category certificate, if applicable.
  • PwD or BPL certificate, if valid

Also Read: List of documents required to fill CLAT Application Form 2027

Payment and Submission

Candidates must note that the application form will not be considered submitted until the CLAT Application Fees 2027 are paid. The application fee for each category is as follows

Category

Application fee (in INR)

Application fee with question papers

General/OBC/NRI/ PIO/ OCI

INR 4000

INR 4500

SC/ ST/BPL/PWD

INR  3500

INR 4000

Students should take a printout of the fee receipt as well as the submitted application form for future purposes.

Instructions to follow while filling the CLAT 2027 Application Form

Candidates can often make errors if they do not pay enough attention during the CLAT 2027 online process. For a successful CLAT 2027 application form submission, applicants should adhere to some standards. Check important guidelines for a seamless as well as error-free application submission below.

  • Arrange the necessary documents before you sit down to fill out the application.
  • Make sure to choose exam cities closer to your current/ home address.
  • Candidates should select their NLU preferences carefully. It plays a huge role in the counselling stage.
  • Make sure your email address and mobile number are active at all times. All communications happen through these channels.
  • Students need to fill the application form with a relaxed mind. Wrong information may be entered if the form is filled in haste. 
  • Candidates should examine the filled-in information before they submit application. A simple review helps catch mistakes.
  • Pay attention to document specifications and important details to prevent mistakes.
  • Law aspirants should submit their CLAT form well before the deadline, as application portal may face technical glitches near the deadline.  

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