CLAT 2027 Registration (Ongoing): Get Last Date to Apply Online, Fees & Documents Required

Common Law Admission Test 2027 ( CLAT )

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CLAT 2027 online registrations

3 Aug '26 - 31 Oct '26

Rachit Kumar Saxena
Updated on Oct 9, 2026 17:37 IST

By Rachit Kumar Saxena, Manager

CLAT 2027 Registration: The Consortium notified the CLAT registration and application dates on its official website on July 22. The Consortium did not release the CLAT application dates in the exam notice. These dates will be released soon on the Consortium's portal: consortiumofnlus.ac.in/clat-2027. The CLAT registrations started on August 3 and the last date to fill the CLAT application form is October 31.

As per the official notice, the CLAT 2027 exam date is December 6. Candidates are required to register with their mobile number and email ID and generate the CLAT account credentials. After generating such credentials, candidates will be asked to fill the CLAT application form. Candidates are required to pay the CLAT form fee to complete their application form.

What's New in CLAT 2027 Registration Form

The Consortium removed Vellore and Tiruvarur from the exam city list. If any of the candidates had opted for these exam centres, they need to select new exam centre within the application dates. Candidates should note that CLAT will be conducted offline at the designated exam centres.

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Table of contents
  • Documents Required for CLAT 2027 Registration
  • CLAT 2027 Exam Date & Schedule
  • CLAT 2027 Registration Form: Important Instructions
  • CLAT Registration 2027 Timeline
  • What's New in CLAT 2027 Application Form?
  • How to fill CLAT 2027 Registration Form?
  • CLAT 2027 Registration Fee
  • CLAT Application Correction 2027
  • CLAT 2027 Registration FAQ
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Documents Required for CLAT 2027 Registration

CLAT registration form 2027 can be filled out online only and candidates are required to upload the prescribed documents with the registration form. Applicants will be required to pay the CLAT 2027 registration fee as prescribed by the Consortium. Candidates will be required to upload the documents in the format and size as prescribed in the CLAT form instructions.

Candidates should arrange all the required documents before filling the application form. Aspirants are advised to check the complete list of documents required for CLAT Registration Form 2027 below:

  • An active email ID and mobile number
  • Class 10 and 12 mark sheets
  • LLB/ equivalent mark sheets and certificates (for LLM courses only)
  • ID and address proof (Aadhaar Card/Driving License/PAN Card, etc.)
  • Category certificate if applying under SC/ST/OBC category
  • Relevant certificate issued by a competent authority if applying as PwD or BPL candidate

Specifications of CLAT 2027 Application Documents

The Consortium limit the size of the documents to be uploaded with the CLAT form online as given below:

Document Image Size (maximum) Format
Photograph

500 KB

jpg/jpeg
Signature 100 KB jpg/jpeg
State domicile certificate 1.5 MB PDF

Also Read: CLAT Photo Size & Signature: Check Example, Dimensions

CLAT 2027 Exam Date & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of CLAT 2027 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
03 Aug ' 26 - 31 Oct ' 26

CLAT 2027 online registrations

ONGOING
To Be Notified

CLAT 2027 Application Correction Window

TENTATIVE
To Be Notified

CLAT 2027 Admit Card

TENTATIVE
06 Dec ' 26

CLAT 2027 Exam Date

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CLAT 2027 Registration Form: Important Instructions

The Consortium of NLUs released instructions to fill the CLAT registration form online. Applicants must read and understand all the instructions before filling the CLAT form 2027. Candidates can check the following important points while filling out the CLAT exam form:

  • Check eligibility criteria
  • Fill in the educational, personal and other details carefully.
  • Pay the registration fee in online mode only.
  • An incomplete application form will be 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.

After filling the form, the candidates must pay the CLAT registration fee to complete the online application.

Also Read: Mistakes to avoid in CLAT Application Form 2027: Dos and Don’ts

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What common mistakes to avoid during CLAT 2027 application form?
A: 

Candidates should avoid common mistakes shared below.

  • Typing name/ DOB incorrectly
  • Using inactive contact details
  • Ignoring document size and dimension guidelines
  • Using outdated certificates
  • Confusing state and central certificates
Q:   What precautions should I take while entering my personal details in CLAT form?
A: 

Students must ensure their Name, Date of Birth, and Parents names match their Class 10 school certificates. Small spelling mistakes can lead to disqualification.

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CLAT Registration 2027 Timeline

The Consortium of National Law Universities released the important dates of CLAT applications 2027 on its official website on July 22. Candidates can see there the important dates related to the CLAT application form.

CLAT 2027 Application Form Timeline

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

Event Name Dates
Release of CLAT 2027 Notification 22-Jul-2026
CLAT 2027 Registration Start Date 03-Aug-2026
CLAT Application Closing Date 31-Oct-2026
CLAT Application Correction Dates 02-Nov-2026 (Tentative)

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

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What's New in CLAT 2027 Application Form?

The candidates should note that this year, they will not be asked to fill in their NLU preference order during the initial application process. They will be required to do so during the Counselling registration process. The NLU NIRF Rankings 2026 will be out at that time, which will help the candidates in choosing their NLU.

Eligibility for CLAT UG 2027

Candidates must ensure that they meet the required CLAT UG Eligibility Criteria

Criteria Eligibility
Educational Requirement
  • Candidates should clear Class 12 with a minimum 45 per cent aggregate (applicable for candidates belonging to General/ Other Backwards Class (OBC)/ Person with Disability (PwD)/ Non-Resident Indian (NRI)/ Person of Indian Origin (PIO)/ Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) category)
  • Candidates should clear Class 12 with a minimum 40 per cent aggregate (applicable for candidates belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC)/ Scheduled Tribe (ST) category)
  • Candidates appearing for their Class 12 board examinations in March/April are also eligible to apply for the CLAT exam. However, such candidates need to produce proof of passing Class 12 or an equivalent exam at the time of admission. Candidates unable to produce the evidence shall forfeit their right of admission through the CLAT exam
CLAT Age Limit No age bar
Nationality Only Indians can fill the CLAT Registration Form

The Consortium can change any of the above-stated criteria through an ordinary press release. Candidates are advised to keep visiting this page to get the latest information about CLAT 2027 application. Candidates can get all the details about CLAT PG 2027 here.

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How to fill CLAT 2027 Registration Form?

DeskCalendarRegistration: 03 Aug ' 26 - 31 Oct ' 26

Candidates should note that the Common Law Admission Test application opened on August 3, and they were asked to apply online after registration. CLAT registrations 2027 will be available online only till October 31. Candidates must fill the CLAT examination form within the specified time limit. Candidates must check the CLAT 2027 Eligibility Criteria before applying for this exam.

How to Create CLAT 2027 Registration Credentials?

Candidates can fill the CLAT 2027 registration in the following manner:

  1. Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in
  2. Register as a new user
  3. Verify the mobile number and email Id with the One-Time Password (OTP)
  4. New CLAT Account Credentials will be generated.
  5. Log in with the newly created credentials

How to fill the CLAT 2027 Application Form?

Candidates should strive to fill the CLAT application form without making any errors in the following manner:

Fill the Personal & Academic Details

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

Select CLAT Test Centres and Reservations

  • Select your choice of test centre 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

Direct Link for CLAT Registration Form:  

https://consortiumofnlus.ac.in/clat-2027/

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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 the important guidelines for a seamless and 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 the 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 the application portal may face technical glitches near the deadline. 

Candidates can make corrections in their CLAT application form during the application correction period.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can I fill the CLAT application form if my Class 12 results have not been declared yet?
A: 

Yes. Candidates who are currently in their final year of Class 12 or awaiting results are fully eligible to apply.

Q:   Can I submit the CLAT Registration Form without paying the form fee?
A: 

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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CLAT 2027 Registration Fee

The Consortium of NLUs prescribe the CLAT registration fee in the official notification. The candidates are required to pay the fee online only. The CLAT Registration Fee varies category-wise. Candidates can check the CLAT Form Fees 2027 below:

Category

CLAT Form Fee (in INR)

Mode of Payment

General/OBC//NRI/PIO/OCI 

4,000

  • Net banking
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card

SC/ST/BPL/PwD

3,500

Previous years CLAT question papers

500

The candidates will have to bear the bank transaction charges.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   I forgot to submit CLAT Application Fees. What should I do?
A: 

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. 

Q:   Are CLAT application fees refundable if I decide not to appear for the exam?
A: 

No. The CLAT application and registration fees are strictly non-refundable under any circumstances.

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CLAT Application Correction 2027

The Consortium of NLUs will open the CLAT Application Correction Window 2027 once the registration process is over. This will help candidates to edit their registration form in case they have made any errors or want to change some details. Candidates can edit the CLAT form 2027 in the manner given below:

  1. Click on the CLAT 2027 form correction link
  2. Log in using mobile number and password
  3. Click on the Edit Application button
  4. Go to 'Category and Seat Reservation' for NLU preferences, as well as the Personal details tab for OBC category status, whether Non-Creamy Layer or Creamy Layer
  5. Make the required changes, click on the Next button
  6. Click on the declaration checkbox and Save to submit the changes

The candidates should note that there is no application correction fee. In case the candidate fills multiple registration forms, the last saved CLAT Form will be considered by the Consortium for all exam purposes.

 See details about CLAT Applications above.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   When CLAT Application Correction Window 2027 will open?
A: 

The Consortium will open the correction window once the registration process is over. Candidates must note that this is their last chance to edit their already submitted CLAT application form. 

Q:   What all can be edited in CLAT Application Form 2027?
A: 

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 AddressFather's Name
Mother's NameExam CentreDate of Birth
Mobile NumberPhotographSignature

 

Q:   Can I change my NLU preference order during the CLAT correction window?
A: 

No. The initial choice of the National Law Universities for joining cannot be changed after the registration period. The correction period only allows the editing of personal details, academic details, examination centre, and document-related information.

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CLAT 2027 Registration FAQ

Candidates can check queries related to CLAT Form 2027 below:

Q:   Which are the top ranked NLUs in India?
A: 

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

NLSIU Bangalore Ranking

1

1

1

National Law University, Delhi Ranking

2

2

2

NLU Kolkata Ranking

4

4

4

GNLU Gandhinagar Ranking

7

8

5

NLU Bhopal Ranking

18

21

27

NUSRL Ranchi Ranking

24

22

30

NLU Odisha Ranking

30

26

15

NLU Assam Ranking

28

27

35

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website of the ranking body listed and may vary.

Q:   How can I get the CLAT Syllabus PDF?
A: 

Candidates can access the CLAT 2027 syllabus on consortiumofnlus.ac.in. The Consortium released the CLAT notification on its official portal. There are five sections in the CLAT syllabus.

Q:   Can I prepare for CLAT Exam in one week?
A: 

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. 

Q:   What is the last date to fill CLAT Application Form 2027?
A: 

The Consortium has announced the last date to submit the CLAT Application Form as October 31, 2026.

Q:   What documents are needed during CLAT application?
A: 

 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
Q:   What is the official website to fill CLAT Application Form?
A: 

Candidates can visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in to fill the CLAT Application Form. There is no other portal that hosts the CLAT Application Process. Candidates must fill it on or before the last date.

Q:   Who conducts the CLAT Exam?
A: 

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. 

Q:   When will CLAT 2027 application form release?
A: 

The Consortium of NLUs started the CLAT Registrations 2027 on August 3, 2026. Candidates must fill the CLAT form on or before October 31. The CLAT Forms will not be accepted after the CLAT registration dates.

Q:   Is a Domicile Certificate compulsory for filling out the CLAT registration form?
A: 

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.

Q:   How much old photo can I upload in CLAT application form 2027?
A: 

An old photograph should not be uploaded under any circumstances. Students must upload a current passport size colored photograph (ideally taken within last three months) with a clean white/light-colored background. An old photograph could create problems for you at the time of entering the examination hall.

Q:   Which ID proofs are accepted during the CLAT registration process?
A: 

The Consortium accepts any official, government-issued photo identification card. Commonly accepted documents include:  

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Passport  
  • Voter ID Card  
  • PAN Card  
  • Driving Licence

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Answered 3 days ago

No you don't need to memorise every section. Focus on important concepts key provisions definitions and CLAT style application questions. Understanding legal principles is more important than memorising section numbers.

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Diksha chandrakant

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 4 days ago

No, both are different exams, but both are conducted nationwide. CUET LLB will be conducted by NTA, while CLAT 2027 will be conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities.

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Aashi Tiwari

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 2 weeks ago

No, CLAT is generally considered more difficult than CUET as CLAT exam requires more intense reading and preparation. It also involves intense time pressure as candidates are required to read around 15,000 words across 30 passages before answering the questions.

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Atul Singh

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 3 weeks ago

Choose Commerce if you want an early foundation in business and finance for corporate law, or Arts (Humanities) if you prefer subjects that align closely with reading comprehension and current affairs for the CLAT exam.

Both streams make you fully eligible for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) and

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Swati Pandey

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Ministry of Education can release the NLUs NIRF Ranking soon on its official website. There is no time line announced by the ministry in this regard.

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Akanksha

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 3 weeks ago

NLSIU Bengaluru, which has held the top spot in the Law category every year since NIRF introduced it in 2018.

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Raj Shukla

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 3 weeks ago

No, the NIRF Law Ranking 2026 will be released soon by the Minsitry of Education on its official website.

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Vipra Sharma

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a month ago

Yes, CLAT is not required in any law college in Ludhiana. Entrance exams for law admissions are based on state and private university levels. 

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Syed Aquib Ur Rahman

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month 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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Nishtha Shukla

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a month 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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