I forgot to submit CLAT Application Fees. What should I do?

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.

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

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

Can I pay CLAT application fee offline?

Candidates cannot pay the CLAT application fee offline. The Consortium of National Law Universities requires all fee payments to be made strictly through online modes on their official portal.

What common mistakes to avoid during CLAT 2027 application form?

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 Typing name/ DOB incorrectly Using inactive contact details Ignoring document size and dimension guidelines Using outdated certificates Confusing state and central certificates

What precautions should I take while entering my personal details in CLAT form?

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

Will I have to send hard copy of filled Application form to CLAT Consortium?

No, candidates do not need to send any physical hard copy of online application form/ supporting documents to Consortium of NLUs. The entire form filling and submission process is online.

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

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.

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.

Can I fill the CLAT application form if my Class 12 results have not been declared yet?

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

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.

What all can be edited in CLAT Application Form 2027?

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 Address Father's Name Mother's Name Exam Centre Date of Birth Mobile Number Photograph Signature

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

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.

CLAT Registration 2027 (Link Active): Last Date, Form Fees, Documents & Eligibility Criteria

CLAT 2027 online registrations

3 Aug '26 - 31 Oct '26

Updated on Sep 7, 2026 01:40 IST

By Rachit Kumar Saxena, Manager

CLAT Registration 2027 started on August 3 on the official website of the Consortium of NLUs. The candidates are advised to fill the CLAT registration form 2027 as soon as possible and don't wait for the last date to avoid any last-minute technical glitches. The candidates can fill the CLAT registration form with the help of a mobile number and email id. Candidates are advised to fill the Choice of NLUs carefully to maximise their chances of getting admission into the desired NLU. The last date to apply online for the CLAT 2027 is October 31. The Consortium will release the CLAT 2027 application correction dates soon on its portal.

Candidates are required to pay the CLAT registration fee after filling the form. The Consortium prescribe different CLAT Exam fee for different categories. Candidates should note that the exam city filled in the CLAT registration form will be allotted to the candidates (depends on the availablity). CLAT 2027 exam date is December 6.

Table of contents

Documents Required for CLAT Registration 2027
CLAT 2027 Exam Dates & Schedule
CLAT Registration Form 2027: Important Instructions
How to fill CLAT Registration Form 2027?
CLAT Registration Fee 2027
CLAT 2027 Application Correction Window
CLAT 2027 Registration FAQ

Documents Required for CLAT Registration 2027

CLAT registration form 2027 can be filled online only and candidates are required to upload the prescribed documents with the registration form. Applicants will be required to pay the CLAT 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 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

CLAT Registration Form 2027: 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

How to fill CLAT Registration Form 2027?

DeskCalendar Registration: 03 Aug ' 26 - 31 Oct ' 26

The CLAT registrations will be available online only till October 31. The candidates need to fill the CLAT examination form within the specified time limit. Candidates can fill the CLAT form 2027 in the following manner:

Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in
Register as a new user
Fill the personal and professional details in the form
Upload Required Documents
Pay the CLAT Registration Fee
Review all details carefully
Submit the form
Download & save a copy

Direct Link for CLAT Registration Form:

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

CLAT Eligibility 2027

Candidates can see the CLAT Exam Eligibility Criteria for both UG and PG programs below

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 CLAT 2027 exam. However, such candidates need to produce proof of passing Class 12 or equivalent exam at the time of admission. Candidates unable to produce the evidence shall forfeit their right of admission through 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 registration 2027.

CLAT PG 2027 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must ensure that they meet the required CLAT PG Eligibility Criteria. Candidates can see the eligibility criteria for CLAT PG 2027 below.

Criteria	Eligibility
Educational Requirement	Candidates belonging to General/ OBC/ PwD/ NRI/ PIO/OCI category should possess an LLB or equivalent degree with a minimum 50 per cent aggregate Candidates belonging to SC/ ST category should possess an LLB or equivalent degree with a minimum of 45 per cent aggregate Candidates appearing for the final year examination of their qualifying degree are also eligible to apply for CLAT
CLAT Age Limit	No age bar
Nationality	Only Indians can fill the CLAT Registration Form

Candidates can get all the details about CLAT PG 2027 here.

See the above video to get the details about CLAT 2027 registration and applications.

CLAT Registration Fee 2027

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.

Also Read: NLU vs Non-NLU: Which one is better?

CLAT 2027 Application Correction Window

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:

Click on the CLAT 2027 form correction link
Log in using mobile number and password
Click on the Edit Application button
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
Make the required changes, click on the Next button
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.

CLAT 2027 Registration FAQ

Candidates can check queries related to CLAT Form 2027 below:

Q: 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.

Q: What is CLAT Invite List?

The Consortium of NLUs publish the CLAT Invite List that will carry important details like roll number of the candidates who have scored high enough to be shortlisted the counselling process, their total marks and other details. With this candidates will be able to register for seat allotment in National Law Universities (NLUs) for UG and PG programs.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: What documents are needed during CLAT application?

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: How can I get the CLAT Syllabus PDF?

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

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?

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: Can I prepare for CLAT Exam in one week?

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: When will CLAT 2027 application form release?

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?

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?

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?

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