After CLAT 2027 result, qualified candidates must participate in counselling, complete admission process and get seats in UG or PG law courses offered by participating NLUs. Check complete details here
What after CLAT Exam?
CLAT 2027: Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is one of India's most competitive law entrance exams, conducted by Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs). CLAT is held for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate law programmes. It must be note that admission process does not end after the exam.
After CLAT 2027, candidates must go through many important stages release of answer key, result declaration, counselling, seat allotment, verification of documents and final admission to participating NLUs. Understanding each step is important to get a seat in preferred law college. This article explains everything candidates need to know after CLAT 2027 exam.
- List of courses offered through CLAT 2027
- What after CLAT 2027?
- What after CLAT 2027: Important Dates
- CLAT Counselling 2027
- CLAT Seat Intake: List of NLUs
- CLAT 2027 Seat Allotment
List of courses offered through CLAT 2027
Candidates can check complete list of courses in which they can apply for admission by using their CLAT UG Score or CLAT PG Score.
| Name of the course |
Exam |
Course Level |
Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Law (LLM) |
Postgraduate |
Three Years |
|
| Bachelor of Arts+ Bachelor of Law (BA LLB) |
CLAT UG |
Undergraduate |
Five Years |
| Bachelor of Business Administration + Bachelor of Law (BBA LLB) |
CLAT UG |
Undergraduate |
Five Years |
| Bachelor of Commerce + Bachelor of Law (BCom LLB) |
CLAT UG |
Undergraduate |
Five Years |
| Bachelor of Science + Bachelor of Law (BSc LLB) |
CLAT UG |
Undergraduate |
Five Years |
| Bachelor of Technology + Bachelor of Law BTech LLB |
CLAT UG |
Undergraduate |
Five Years |
Commonly asked questions
No, the CLAT Scorecard will not be sent by post. The only way to get the scorecard is to download it online. Candidates can visit CLAT portal; i.e. consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Enter their login ID and password. The CLAT Result will appear on their screen.
No, you can not appear for counselling if you have not cleared CLAT Exam.
The CLAT Result is normally released just a few days after the final answer key has been displayed. Candidates must note that the result is not announced until the final answer key is published.
Apart from the other important documents required for CLAT Counselling, the CLAT Scorecard is must. Candidates must ensure to cross check the details mentioned on the scorecard before downloading it. In case of discrepancies, reach out to the consortium before the counselling day.
What after CLAT 2027?
Check table to know details of events conducted after CLAT exam is over.
| Event |
Description |
|---|---|
| CLAT Provisional answer key |
Consortium releases provisional answer key for CLAT. Candidates can match their answers to calculate marks |
| Raising objections against provisional answer key |
In case candidates find any mistakes in CLAT answer key, then they can raise objections against it |
| Final answer key |
After considering objections filed against provisional answer key, Consortium releases CLAT Final Answer Key, which is also used to prepare result. |
| CLAT Result |
Answer sheets are evaluated, and result is uploaded on official website of Consortium. Candidates can check by entering their CLAT login details |
| CLAT Counselling |
Consortium announces counselling schedule. Based on that candidates have to register and participate in counselling |
| CLAT Merit List |
Consortium releases CLAT Merit Lists in five rounds on its official website |
What after CLAT 2027: Important Dates
Candidates can check important dates after CLAT exam below
| Event |
Dates |
|---|---|
| CLAT Provisional Answer Key Release Date |
December 2026 |
| CLAT Objection Window Opens |
December 2026 |
| CLAT Objection Window Closes |
December 2026 |
| CLAT Final Answer Key |
December 2026 |
| CLAT Result |
December 2026 |
| CLAT Revised Result |
December 2026 |
| CLAT Counselling Registration |
To be released |
| CLAT First Seat Allotment List |
To be released |
| CLAT Second Seat Allotment List |
To be released |
| CLAT Third Seat Allotment List |
To be released |
Commonly asked questions
Once the CLAT Result is announced, the Consortium will announce the CLAT counselling schedule as per which candidates have to appear for the counselling. The Consortium will announce the CLAT counselling schedule as per which candidates have to appear for the counselling.
The Consortium of NLUs is likely to announce the CLAT Result 2027 on December 11, 2026. The result will be announced on consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
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CLAT Counselling 2027
CLAT counselling is held online, including registration, releasing of merit list and then seat allotment as per preferences marked by candidates. They can accept or upgrade or exit from their allotted seat in any round of counselling. Once their choice of seat is allotted then they can complete their admission by paying counselling and admission fee.
CLAT Counselling Registration 2027
CLAT Counselling Process is expected to start in last week of December. Candidates who qualify in CLAT can register for counselling. Check steps to register online
Step 1: Login to the registered accounts
Step 2: Update NLU preferences
Candidates have to update their preferences for minimum five National Law Universities (NLUs). There are 20 NLUs in India offering LLM courses based on CLAT score
Step 3: Pay CLAT counselling fee
Any candidate failing to pay counselling fee will not be considered for admission. CLAT counselling fee is later adjusted with course fee once seat is allotted.
CLAT Seat Intake: List of NLUs
Candidates can check below NLUs accepting CLAT scores and CLAT Reservation below
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CLAT 2027 Seat Allotment
CLAT Seat Allotment List is released in 5 rounds. All those candidates whose names will appear in first, second and third lists will get option to freeze their seats or opt for a choice upgrade.
How to Check CLAT Seat Allotment Result?
Candidates can check steps mentioned below to know how to download CLAT seat allotment result
Step 1: Visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in
Step 2: Enter login details
Step 3: Click on login
Step 4: Check seat allotment result
What after CLAT Seat Allotment Result 2027?
All candidates who will be allotted a seat in any round of counselling can follow these steps
Step 1 Seat Acceptance/Seat Upgrade/Exit Admission
- Accept seat: Candidates can confirm their choice of NLU. Once lock option is used, candidate's seat at allotted NLU is freezed. They need not participate in further seat allotment rounds.
- Apply for Upgrade: This option is used when candidates want to change allotted institute to their higher choice. They have to wait for next seat allotment list. Those choosing upgrade are considered active participants.
- Exit from seat allotment: Candidates can choose to exit from counselling round if they do not wish to participate in current or further rounds.
Step 2 Completing admission formalities
After candidates accept allotted seat or apply for upgrade, they need to upload documents at official website for verification. They also need to pay remaining admission fee to allotted NLU.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered Yesterday
Aspirants with CLAT scores can get admission in BA LLB (Hons) course at Invertis University. However, it is not mandatory. Candidates can also get admission based on their scores in AILET, CUET-UG or IUCET.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered 4 days ago
Yes, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj University does accepts CLAT scores for admission in BA LLB (Hons) course. However, aspirants can also get admission via CUET or CSMU-CET scores. Candidates must also complete Class 12 with at least 45% aggregate.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered 4 days ago
Yes, students have scored ranks between 1 to 15,000 in CLAT, are eligible for DSU scholarships for BBA LLB (hons) course. If you have scored 14890 ranks in CLAT, you are eligible for scholarship of INR 30,000. For details, contact the Institute.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 4 days ago
Students seeking admission at DSU for BA LLB (hons) through CLAT should apply to official portal. Students need to fill the application form with basic details and upload some requisite documents including CLAT scorecard or admit card. Institute will arrange a counselling session and will shortlist
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 4 days ago
No, aspirants do not require passing CLAT for admission in BA LLB course of Apex University. The university offers seats based on CUET or AUCET scores of candidates. AUCET is an entrance test conducted by the university for admission in UG and PG courses.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered 5 days ago
Yes, Babu Banarasi Das University offers admission in BA LLB based on Class 12 merit to candidates who qualify the eligibility criteria. But CLAT qualified candidates are given preference in admission. So you can get a seat in BA LLB without CLAT but by qualifying CLAT you can improve your chances o
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 5 days ago
Aspirants do not require CLAT score for admission in BA LLB (Hons) course of SAGE University Bhopal. Candidates need to appear for SEE or SAGE Entrance Exam for admission. Aspirants must also complete Class 12 to get a seat in the course.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered 6 days ago
KIIT provides BBA LLB (hons) admissions on the basis of K-LAT or CLAT. Students who have not given CLAT can still apply for K-LAT to get admission. Interested candidated can apply for K-LAT in the month of Novemeber. However, If any candidate missed the both entrance can still apply through KIITEE.
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 6 days ago
Yes, candidates who want to apply for Gujarat University BBA LLB course can do so without appearing in CLAT-UG. No mandatory entrance exams are mandatory to qualify for BBA LLB admissions. All candidates are admitted based on Class 12 board exam result during GCAS counselling.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 6 days ago
Manav Rachna University considers CLAT scores for admission in BA LLB (Hons) course. However, it is not compulsory. Aspirants can also appear for MRNAT for admission. It is a entrance cum scholarship test conducted by the university.
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