CLAT 2027 Notification Released: Registration Begins August 3
The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) has officially released the CLAT 2027 Notification, marking the beginning of the admission process for undergraduate and postgraduate law programmes offered by participating National Law Universities (NLUs) across India. The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2027 will be conducted on December 6, 2026, while the online application process will commence on August 3, 2026. The Consortium has also confirmed that there will be no changes to the CLAT 2027 syllabus and exam pattern for either UG or PG programmes, allowing aspirants to continue their preparation without modifying their study strategy. (www.ndtv.com)
CLAT 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Release of CLAT 2027 Notification | July 2026 |
| Online Registration Begins | August 3, 2026 (Monday) |
| Last Date to Apply | October 31, 2026 (Saturday) |
| CLAT 2027 Examination | December 6, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Exam Timing | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
| Mode of Examination | Offline (Pen-and-Paper Based) |
CLAT 2027 Courses Offered
CLAT scores are accepted for admission to the following programmes:
Undergraduate Programme (UG)
- Five-Year Integrated LL.B. Programme
- BA LL.B.
- BBA LL.B.
- B.Com LL.B.
- B.Sc. LL.B.
- BSW LL.B. (depending on the participating NLU)
Postgraduate Programme (PG)
- One-Year LL.M. Programme
CLAT 2027 Eligibility Criteria
For UG Programme
Candidates must have:
- Passed Class 12 or equivalent examination.
- Minimum 45% aggregate marks for General, OBC and EWS categories.
- Minimum 40% aggregate marks for SC, ST and PwD candidates.
- Students appearing in the Class 12 examination during March/April 2027 are also eligible to apply.
For PG Programme
Candidates must have:
- LL.B. Degree or equivalent qualification.
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks for General, OBC and EWS candidates.
- Minimum 45% aggregate marks for SC, ST and PwD candidates.
- Final-year LL.B. students appearing in qualifying examinations during April/May 2027 may also apply.
CLAT 2027 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹4,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD / BPL | ₹3,500 |
CLAT 2027 Exam Pattern (UG)
The Consortium has confirmed that the exam pattern remains unchanged for CLAT 2027. (The Times of India)
- Mode: Offline
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Total Questions: 120 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Maximum Marks: 120
- Marking Scheme:
- +1 for every correct answer
- -0.25 for every incorrect answer
Sections Included
- English Language
- Current Affairs including General Knowledge
- Legal Reasoning
- Logical Reasoning
- Quantitative Techniques
CLAT 2027 PG Examination Pattern
The LL.M. entrance examination will also continue under the existing pattern for 2027. Questions will assess:
- Constitutional Law
- Jurisprudence
- Administrative Law
- Contract Law
- Criminal Law
- Family Law
- Property Law
- Public International Law
- Company Law
- Taxation
- Environmental Law
- Labour and Industrial Law
- Intellectual Property Rights
No Change in CLAT 2027 Syllabus
One of the most important announcements made by the Consortium is that the syllabus and examination pattern for CLAT 2027 will remain unchanged. Although an Expert Committee has submitted recommendations regarding future reforms, any major modifications are expected to be considered for CLAT 2028 onwards. Some improvements in question quality may be introduced without altering the overall structure of the examination. (The Times of India)
Documents Required for CLAT 2027 Registration
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before submitting the online application:
- Passport-size photograph
- Candidate’s signature
- Class 10 mark sheet
- Class 12 mark sheet (if available)
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Valid email address
- Mobile number
- Identity proof
Participating National Law Universities
CLAT serves as the primary entrance examination for admissions to National Law Universities (NLUs) participating in the Consortium. In addition to NLUs, several government and private law institutions also consider CLAT scores for admission to their law programmes.
University’s: Participating Universities for CLAT 2026 – Consortium of NLUS
Preparation Tips for CLAT 2027
- Build strong reading comprehension skills through newspapers and editorials.
- Focus on legal reasoning and logical reasoning practice.
- Revise current affairs regularly.
- Solve previous years’ question papers.
- Attempt sectional and full-length mock tests.
- Analyse mistakes after every mock test to improve accuracy and time management.
- Strengthen quantitative techniques through regular practice.
About the Consortium of National Law Universities
The Consortium of National Law Universities (Consortium of NLUs) is an association of participating National Law Universities in India responsible for conducting the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT). Established to ensure a transparent and standardized admission process, the Consortium manages the entrance examination, counselling process, seat allotment, and admission to undergraduate and postgraduate law programmes offered by participating NLUs. It also releases official notifications, examination schedules, eligibility criteria, counselling guidelines, and other admission-related updates for CLAT every academic year.
Key Highlights
- CLAT 2027 registration starts on August 3, 2026.
- Last date to submit applications is October 31, 2026.
- Examination will be conducted on December 6, 2026.
- The examination will be held in offline mode.
- No changes have been made to the syllabus or exam pattern for CLAT 2027.
- UG examination consists of 120 MCQs with negative marking.
- CLAT remains the gateway to admissions in participating National Law Universities and several other law institutions across India. (www.ndtv.com)
How to Apply for CLAT 2027
Candidates can complete the registration process by following these steps:
- Visit the official CLAT admission portal.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal, academic and communication details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
Register Here: CLAT 2026: Applications Open, Entrance Exam Date, Last Date for Applications – Consortium of NLUS
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