Stay Updated on CLAT 2027–28 Admissions
Get the latest CLAT 2027 admission notifications, registration updates, important dates, eligibility requirements, examination announcements and counselling information in one place. ACE-UG helps aspiring law students stay informed about the admission process for undergraduate and postgraduate law programmes offered by participating National Law Universities (NLUs).
All About CLAT 2027-2028
How to Apply for CLAT 2027
Candidates can follow these general steps to submit their application:
- Visit the official CLAT 2027 website.
- Register using the required mobile number and email address.
- Log in to the candidate portal.
- Enter personal, academic, and other required details.
- Upload the documents and images requested in the application form.
- Select the required programme and provide the requested preferences.
- Pay the application fee and submit the form before the deadline.
- Save the application confirmation and payment receipt for future reference.
Important: The published application deadline is 31 October 2026. Candidates who have not applied should check the official portal immediately for the current registration status.
CLAT UG Eligibility
Candidates seeking admission to five-year integrated undergraduate law programmes must meet the eligibility requirements prescribed by the Consortium and their preferred universities.
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board.
- Candidates appearing for their qualifying examination in March or April 2027 may apply, subject to the official requirements.
- General category candidates must have secured at least 45% marks or an equivalent grade.
- SC/ST candidates must have secured at least 40% marks or an equivalent grade.
CLAT PG Eligibility
Candidates applying for postgraduate LL.M. programmes must satisfy the prescribed qualifying-degree requirements.
- Candidates must hold an LL.B. degree or an equivalent qualifying law degree.
- General category candidates must have secured at least 50% marks or an equivalent grade.
- SC/ST candidates must have secured at least 45% marks or an equivalent grade.
- Candidates appearing for their qualifying examination may apply subject to the official eligibility conditions.
Candidates should read the official UG and PG instructions carefully before applying.
CLAT 2027 Application Fee
The official CLAT 2027 application instructions specify the following examination fees:
| Candidate Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹4,000 |
| SC / ST / BPL / PwD | ₹3,500 |
Payment must be completed through the available online payment options. Applicable transaction charges and other conditions should be checked on the official application portal.
CLAT 2027 Exam Pattern
CLAT 2027 is scheduled to be conducted in offline, pen-and-paper mode.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination Mode | Offline |
| Exam Date | 6 December 2026 |
| Exam Time | 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
| UG Programme | Five-year integrated LL.B. |
| PG Programme | One-year LL.M. |
| Exam Pattern and Syllabus | Refer to the official UG or PG question format |
Candidates should consult the relevant official question format rather than relying on outdated exam-pattern information.
CLAT 2027 Participating National Law Universities
CLAT 2027 admissions cover participating National Law Universities across India. The Consortium’s official list includes institutions such as:
- National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru
- NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad
- National Law Institute University (NLIU), Bhopal
- The West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences (WBNUJS), Kolkata
- National Law University, Jodhpur
- Gujarat National Law University (GNLU), Gandhinagar
- Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University (RMLNLU), Lucknow
- National Law University Odisha (NLUO), Cuttack
- Maharashtra National Law University, Mumbai
- Dr. Rajendra Prasad National Law University (RPNLUP), Prayagraj
The complete list, university-specific brochures, available programmes, seat intake, fees, and reservation policies are available on the official CLAT 2027 participating universities page.
CLAT 2027 Application Fee
The official CLAT 2027 application instructions specify the following examination fees:
| Candidate Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹4,000 |
| SC / ST / BPL / PwD | ₹3,500 |
Payment must be completed through the available online payment options. Applicable transaction charges and other conditions should be checked on the official application portal.
CLAT 2027 Latest Notifications
Candidates should regularly check the official CLAT 2027 website for updates issued by the Consortium of National Law Universities.
Important updates may include:
- CLAT 2027 application and registration announcements.
- Application deadlines and any officially announced extensions.
- Examination instructions and test-centre updates.
- Admit card release announcements.
- Answer key and result notifications.
- Counselling registration, merit lists, and seat allotment.
- Changes to participating universities, reservation policies, or admission requirements.
Official website: CLAT 2027 – Consortium of NLUs
CLAT 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | 22 July 2026 |
| Online Registration Begins | 3 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 October 2026 |
| CLAT 2027 Examination | 6 December 2026 |
| Examination Time | 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| Result Declaration | To be announced |
| Counselling Process | December 2026 / January 2027, as indicated in the official FAQ |
Candidates should verify the latest announcements on the official website. Admit card and result dates should not be treated as confirmed until formally announced.
CLAT 2027 Examination Overview
CLAT UG is a two-hour examination consisting of 120 multiple-choice questions carrying one mark each. The official syllabus lists five areas:
- English Language
- Current Affairs, including General Knowledge
- Legal Reasoning
- Logical Reasoning
- Quantitative Techniques
A negative marking of 0.25 marks applies to each incorrect answer under the published UG examination scheme. Candidates should review the official question paper format and instructions for the relevant programme.
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