CLAT 2027 Category Reservation Criteria Revised: MNLU Mumbai Introduces New Quota; Check Details

CLAT 2027 Category Reservation Criteria Revised: MNLU Mumbai Introduces New Quota; Check Details

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CLAT 2027 reservation criteria has been updated as MNLU Mumbai seat matrix for both UG and PG programmes has been revised. Candidates can now select the newly added transgender and orphan categories for which the CLAT application form 2027 edit window is open until October 31, 2026.

CLAT 2027 reservation criteria have been updated as the MNLU Mumbai seat matrix for both UG and PG programmes has been revised. Candidates can now select the newly added transgender and orphan categories, for which the CLAT application form 2027 edit window is open until October 31, 2026. For Latest Updates on CLAT 2027 application & registration, please visit - https://www.shiksha.com/law/clat-exam-application-form

CLAT 2027 Reservation Criteria Revised

CLAT 2027 Reservation Criteria Revised

The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) has released an official notification regarding CLAT 2027 reservation criteria for Maharashtra National Law University Mumbai (MNLU Mumbai). According to the notification, the university has revised the MNLU Mumbai seat matrix 2027 for both Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) law programmes. Candidates who are eligible as per the newly added categories must update their profiles before the deadline.

CLAT 2027 Edit Window Opens to Update Reservation Criteria

The CLAT application form 2027 edit window to update reservation criteria will remain open until October 31, 2026. Students are advised to review the revised seat matrix for MNLU Mumbai carefully on the official website and make the changes accordingly. CNLUs have introduced two new reservation categories to promote inclusivity in the CLAT exam. Students can visit the candidate login page of the Consortium's website to make changes to get reservation benefits.

New Reservation Categories Added in MNLU Mumbai Seat Matrix 2027

The Consortium has introduced two new categories for admissions to its law courses at MNLU Mumbai. The change applies to both integrated LLB and LLM programmes for the academic session. The newly included categories are:

  • Transgender Category
  • Orphan Category

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How to Update Reservation Category in CLAT 2027 Application Form?

Students can update their category in reservation category using below steps:

  • Go to the official Consortium portal and log into CLAT account.
  • Click on the 'Edit Application Form' tab on the dashboard.
  • Navigate to the 'Reservations' tab.
  • Under the MNLU Mumbai section, answer the question: 'Are you a domicile of Maharashtra?'
  • Select the specific category.
  • Click on the 'Save/Submit' button to lock choices.

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