Do I need login credentials to download CLAT Answer Key PDF?

No. There is no need to enter any login details to download the CLAT Answer Key PDF. Candidates just have to visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in to access the answer key.

Do I need to pay any fees to raise objection on CLAT Answer Key?

Yes, candidates will have to pay INR 1,000 as fee while raising the objection on the CLAT 2027 answer key. However, the fee paid on raising objection for the error in the CLAT answer key is refundable. The fee paid by the candidates while objecting for any concern on the provisional answer key will only be refunded if the objection is accepted. In the other scenario, no refund will be issued.

Can I raise objection on CLAT Answer Key in offline mode?

No, there is no way to raise objection on CLAT Answer Key in offline mode. You need to visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in to do the same.

How to make changes in CLAT Admit Card?

There is no option to make changes in the CLAT admit card. Details printed on the candidate's hall ticket will be final and non-editable. Incase, there is any error in the details mentioned on the CLAT admit card, like name or roll number of the candidate., etc. then that can be rectified by contacting the CLAT help desk.

What is the procedure to download the CLAT 2027 admit card?

To download the admit card for CLAT 2027- Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Enter your registered mobile number and password. Click on the Login button. Click on the Download Admit Card.

Will Consortium send CLAT Admit Card via post?

No, the Consortium does not send the CLAT admit card by post and candidates have to download it online. Students who will appear for CLAT must download the admit card online as soon as it is released and not delay it until the last moment. Candidates are advised to take multiple printouts and check the details printed on the CLAT admit card carefully.

Is CLAT syllabus difficult?

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.

How will I know if I am eligible to appear in CLAT exam or not?

In order to know if you are eligible or not check the official notification and the eligibility criteria. There is no other way to check the the eligibility criteria. Do not fill the form without checking the eligibility criteria.

Which are the top ranked NLUs in India?

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.

Can I get NLU if my CLAT Rank is 1500?

Yes, with a CLAT Rank of 1500, you have a very good chance of getting into several good NLUs. Some fo the NLU where your chances are high are NLIU Bhopal or NLU Jodhpur.

Can I appear for CLAT Counselling if I failed to clear the exam?

No, you can not appear for counselling if you have not cleared CLAT Exam.

What factors are considered while deciding the CLAT Cutoff?

The CLAT Cutoff is decided by following factors Exam Difficulty Number of Applicants Seat Availability Reservation Policy Domicile Quota

Can I fill CLAT Application Form offline?

No, there is no such provision given by the Consortium to fill out the application form offline. Candidates must complete filling the CLAT Application Form 2027 on or before the last date. You can only fill out the application form online. The form will be considered submitted only if you pay the fees.

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

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

Will I receive CLAT Scorecard through post?

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.

CLAT LLM Exam Dates 2027: Get Complete Exam Schedule Here

CLAT 2027 online registrations

3 Aug '26 - 31 Oct '26

Updated on Aug 3, 2026 11:36 IST

By Anupama Mehra, Deputy Manager – Content

The Consortium of NLUs has published the CLAT Exam Date 2027 along with the official notification. The CLAT 2027 will be held on December 6, 2026. The application form for CLAT 2027 has been released on August 3, 2026. The last date to fill CLAT Application Form 2027 is October 31, 2026. Candidates must note that the admit card for CLAT Exam will be published 15 days before the exam.

The post-exam admission schedule, including announcement of results and counselling registration, is announced separately. Applicants can check important dates like answer key, objection window, result, counselling and other important dates below.

Get all updates regarding CLAT exam dates and events here

Table of contents

CLAT 2027 Exam Dates & Schedule
CLAT 2027 Application Dates
CLAT 2027 Admit Card Date
CLAT 2027 Exam Date
CLAT 2027 Answer Key Date
CLAT 2027 Result Date
CLAT 2027 Counselling Date
FAQs on CLAT Dates (FAQs)

CLAT 2027 Exam Dates & Schedule

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

Dates	Upcoming 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
To Be Notified	CLAT Provisional Answer Key 2027 TENTATIVE
To Be Notified	CLAT 2027 Objection Window TENTATIVE
To Be Notified	CLAT 2027 Final Answer Key TENTATIVE
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CLAT 2027 Application Dates

The Consortium of NLUs has started the CLAT 2027 registration in online mode. Candidates can submit the CLAT Application Form on consortiumofnlus.ac.in till October 31, 2026. The CLAT Registration 2027 will begin for both 5-year LLB and one-year LLM courses together. Candidates can follow the steps mentioned below to complete their registration process.

How to Register for CLAT 2027?

Candidates need to first register to fill out the CLAT Application Form. Candidates must check the eligibility criteria of CLAT Exam before beginning the process to avoid any rejection at a later stage. Follow the simple steps given below to register for the CLAT 2027 Exam

Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in
Click on Register
Enter your personal details
Create a password
Verify using the OTP sent to your mobile/email
Your registration is done

CLAT 2027 Admit Card Date

The Consortium of NLUs will release the CLAT admit card 2027 at least 15 days before the exam. The admit card of CLAT 2027 is a mandatory document to be carried on the exam day. Candidates must note that the admit card will have important details like the candidate's name, CLAT 2027 exam date, name of the exam centre, full address of the exam centre, exam timing, guidelines and more.

How to Download CLAT Admit Card 2027?

Students can download their admit cards through the CLAT candidate portal. It must be noted that the hall ticket for the CLAT Exam will not be sent through post. Students can download the admit card for CLAT 2027 through these steps

Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in
Enter your registered mobile number and password.
Click on the Login button.
Click on the Download Admit Card.
Download and save the hall ticket.

CLAT 2027 Exam Date

Candidates must note that the CLAT Exam Date 2027 is same for both UG and PG courses. The exam will be held in 140 CLAT examination centres across the nation on December 6, 2026. As per the CLAT Exam Pattern 2027, candidates will be given two hours to attempt 120 multiple-choice questions. Like every year, for CLAT 2027 the exam will be conducted on first Sunday of December 2026.

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CLAT 2027 Answer Key Date

The Consortium of NLUs releases the CLAT Answer Key in two phases: First Provisional and Later Final Answer Key. The CLAT Provisional Answer Key 2027 is expected within 24 hours after the exam is over. After the CLAT Answer Key is out, the authorities will open an objection window. Candidates can raise their objections against the provisional answer key. Once the Consortium will cross check the objections raised by the students, the CLAT Final Answer Key 2027 will be published. The CLAT 2027 result will be announced based on the final answer key.

Also Read: CLAT Selection Process

CLAT 2027 Result Date

The CLAT results 2027 will be published within a week after the exam, as per past trends. Candidates must note that the CLAT 2027 scorecard will carry the marks secured by candidates in the Common Law Entrance Exam. It will also carry the details the category and All India Rank of the candidates in the exam. Candidates who will have a valid score in the CLAT 2027 Results will be invited to participate in the counselling process.

Also Read: What after CLAT: Result, Counselling, Admission Process and courses

CLAT 2027 Counselling Date

The registrations for CLAT counselling 2027 will start soon after the results have been announced. Candidates will be able to complete the CLAT 2027 Counselling Registration Online through their login. It must be noted that only candidates who have register for the CLAT 2027 Counselling Process will be able to participate. This fee will be adjusted later against the university fee. The Consortium conducts five rounds of CLAT 2027 Counselling. Only those candidates who choose the freeze option will be considered confirmed. The CLAT 2027 Merit List will be released for each round separately.

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FAQs on CLAT Dates (FAQs)

Candidates can check important FAQs related to the CLAT Exam below

Q: Is there negative marking in CLAT Exam?

Yes there is negative marking in CLAT Exam. 0.25 marks will be deducted if the answer is wrong. For each correct answer one marks will be awarded.

Q: What is the duration of CLAT Exam?

The CLAT exam duration is two hours for both the Undergraduate and Postgraduate. It will have 120 multiple choice questions. For each correct answer one mark will be given and -0.25 will be deducted for incorrect ones.

Q: What is good rank in CLAT exam?

A good rank in the CLAT exam for general category students is under 1,000–1,500 to secure admission in top-tier National Law Universities (NLUs). A rank under 500 is considered excellent for the top 5 NLUs, while a rank up to 3,000–5,000 can still secure a seat in newer, mid-tier NLUs.

Q: Is CLAT 2027 admit card released?

No, the CLAT Admit Card 2027 is not out yet. The admit card will likely be released on November 15, 2026. The official schedule has not been announced yet.

Q: When CLAT Application Correction Window 2027 will open?

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: Do I need a scorecard to appear in CLAT Counselling?

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.

Q: How many questions are there in CLAT Exam?

In CLAT Exam there will be 120 questions. The exam paper will be in MCQ format. Candidates will get 120 minutes to complete the paper. Since there is a negative marking candidates must attempt carefully.

Q: Should the CLAT admit card printout be coloured or black and white?

Candidates should try and take a coloured printout of the admit card. But it is not compulsory. They must make sure that they have two to three spare copies of the admit card for future use. However, in case a candidate does not have access to a coloured printer, she/he can take a black and white printout. In any case the photograph on CLAT Admit Card should be clear.

Q: Who conducts the CLAT Exam?

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: Is CLAT exam difficult?

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.

Q: What to carry on the CLAT Exam day?

Apart from the CLATAdmit Card, candidates must carry the following documents to the exam centre:

Passport-sized photograph (same as the one uploaded with the application form)
A valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar card/ Driving Licence/ PAN Card/ Passport/ Voter ID)
Transparent water bottle