Common Law Admission Test

Candidates preparing for CLAT 2027 should regularly check the official website for examination notifications and admission updates.

Latest CLAT 2027 Updates

• CLAT 2027 registration started on 3 August 2026.

• The registration deadline has been extended from 31 October to 7 November 2026.

• CLAT 2027 will be conducted on 6 December 2026.

• The examination will take place in offline, pen-and-paper mode.

• The UG and PG examination patterns and syllabus remain unchanged for 2027.

• Vellore and Tiruvarur have been removed from the test centre city list.

• Candidates can apply for admission to five-year integrated LLB and one-year LLM programmes.

• Counselling is expected in December 2026 or January 2027.

The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2027 is a national-level entrance examination conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs). It is conducted for admission to undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programmes offered by participating National Law Universities across India.

CLAT UG is conducted for admission to five-year integrated LLB programmes, while CLAT PG is conducted for admission to one-year LLM programmes. The examination is conducted in offline mode and tests candidates' comprehension, reasoning, legal aptitude, and general knowledge.

CLAT 2027 Highlights

Particulars Details
Exam Name Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2027
Conducting Body Consortium of NLUs
Exam Level National Level
Exam Mode Offline (Pen and Paper)
Exam Frequency Once a Year
Courses Offered 5-Year Integrated LLB and 1-Year LLM
Exam Duration 2 Hours
Total Questions 120
Total Marks 120
Question Type Multiple Choice Questions
Negative Marking 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer
Exam Date 6 December 2026
Academic Session 2027–2028
Official Website consortiumofnlus.ac.in

CLAT 2027 is applicable for admissions to 26 National Law Universities. Several affiliated universities and organisations may also use CLAT scores for admissions and recruitment.

The CLAT 2027 registration process is conducted online through the official Consortium of NLUs website. Candidates must register, complete the application form, upload the required documents, and pay the application fee.

CLAT 2027 Registration Details

Particulars Details
Registration Mode Online
Registration Start Date 3 August 2026
Original Last Date 31 October 2026
Extended Last Date 7 November 2026
Application Mode Online
Exam Mode Offline
Official Website consortiumofnlus.ac.in

Steps to Register for CLAT 2027

1. Visit the official Consortium of NLUs website.
2. Click on the CLAT 2027 registration link.
3. Register using your mobile number and email ID.
4. Verify your mobile number through OTP.
5. Log in using your registered credentials.
6. Select the UG or PG examination.
7. Enter your personal and academic details.
8. Select your preferred examination centres.
9. Upload the required documents.
10. Pay the application fee online.
11. Review and submit the application form.
12. Download the confirmation page for future reference.

Candidates should complete the registration process before the extended deadline of 7 November 2026.

Candidates applying for CLAT 2027 must fulfil the educational eligibility requirements for their selected programme. The eligibility criteria are different for UG and PG courses.

CLAT UG 2027 Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board.
2. General Category: Minimum 45% aggregate marks in Class 12.
3. SC/ST/PwD Categories: Minimum 40% aggregate marks.
4. Appearing Candidates: Students appearing for their Class 12 examinations in March/April 2027 can also apply.
5. Age Limit: There is no upper age limit for CLAT UG 2027.

CLAT PG 2027 Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification: Candidates must have completed an LLB degree or an equivalent qualification.
2. General Category: Minimum 50% aggregate marks.
3. SC/ST/PwD Categories: Minimum 45% aggregate marks.
4. Appearing Candidates: Students appearing for their qualifying examination in 2027 can apply provisionally.
5. Age Limit: There is no upper age limit for CLAT PG 2027.

Important Note:
Candidates appearing for their qualifying examinations must provide proof of passing at the time of admission. Failure to meet the eligibility requirements may result in cancellation of admission.

The CLAT 2027 application form is available online through the Consortium of NLUs website. Candidates must enter accurate personal and educational information and upload the required documents before submitting the form.

Documents Required for CLAT 2027

1. Recent passport-size photograph with a plain background.
2. Scanned signature of the candidate.
3. SC/ST/OBC category certificate, if applicable.
4. PwD certificate, if applicable.
5. BPL certificate, if applicable.

CLAT 2027 Application Fee

Category Application Fee
General/OBC ₹4,000
SC/ST/BPL/PwD ₹3,500
Previous Year Question Papers ₹500 (Additional)

How to Fill the CLAT 2027 Application Form

1. Visit the official CLAT website.
2. Register using your mobile number and email ID.
3. Verify your mobile number through OTP.
4. Log in to your account.
5. Select the UG or PG programme.
6. Fill in your personal and educational details.
7. Select your preferred examination centres.
8. Upload your photograph, signature, and certificates.
9. Pay the application fee online.
10. Review and submit the application form.
11. Download and save the confirmation page.

Important Instructions:
- The application fee is non-refundable and non-adjustable.
- All required documents must be uploaded in PDF format, as instructed.
- Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
- Candidates should carefully verify all details before final submission.

The CLAT 2027 examination schedule has been announced by the Consortium of NLUs. The examination will be conducted on 6 December 2026 for admission to the 2027–2028 academic session.

CLAT 2027 Important Dates

Events Dates

Application Start Date:              3 August 2026
Original Registration Last Date:     31 October 2026
Extended Registration Last Date:     7 November 2026
Admit Card Release:                  To Be Announced
CLAT 2027 Examination Date:           6 December 2026
Examination Timing:                  2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Provisional Answer Key:              To Be Announced
Final Answer Key:                    To Be Announced
Result Declaration:                  To Be Announced
Counselling:                         December 2026 / January 2027

Academic Session 2027–2028

Important Note:
The examination is scheduled for Sunday, 6 December 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Eligible PwD candidates receive additional examination time as specified in the official instructions.

Candidates should check the official website for updates to the examination schedule.

The CLAT 2027 exam pattern is different for undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) candidates. Both examinations are conducted in offline mode and consist of 120 multiple-choice questions.

CLAT UG 2027 Exam Pattern

English Language:                 22–26
Current Affairs and GK:           28–32
Legal Reasoning:                  28–32
Logical Reasoning:                22–26
Quantitative Techniques:          10–14
Total:                            120

CLAT PG 2027 Exam Pattern

Particulars Details
Total Questions:                  120
Total Marks:                      120
Exam Duration 2 Hours
Question Type Multiple Choice Questions
Exam Mode Offline
Negative Marking 0.25 marks for each wrong answer

CLAT 2027 Marking Scheme

Correct Answer:                   +1 Mark
Incorrect Answer :               -0.25 Mark
Unattempted Question:             0 Marks

Important Points:
1. Both UG and PG examinations contain 120 questions.
2. Each correct answer carries one mark.
3. There is a deduction of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.
4. No marks are deducted for unanswered questions.
5. The examination duration is two hours.
6. The exam is conducted using an OMR-based answer sheet.

Note:
The UG section-wise question distribution is approximate. The actual number of questions in each section may vary.

The CLAT 2026 syllabus was divided into five sections for UG candidates and one objective section covering various legal subjects for PG candidates.

UG 2026 Syllabus

1. English Language

• Reading Comprehension

• Vocabulary

• Synonyms and Antonyms

• Main Idea and Theme

• Inference-Based Questions

• Sentence Interpretation

• Arguments and Viewpoints

• Passage-Based Questions

2. Current Affairs Including General Knowledge

• National Current Affairs

• International Current Affairs

• Government Policies and Schemes

• Important Legal Developments

• Awards and Honours

• Sports News

• Important Historical Events

• Arts and Culture

• International Organisations

• Economic Developments

3. Legal Reasoning

• Legal Principles

• Constitutional Law Basics

• Fundamental Rights

• Legal Maxims

• Law and Public Policy

• Legal Scenarios

• Application of Legal Principles

• Important Legal Developments

4. Logical Reasoning

• Critical Reasoning

• Arguments and Conclusions

• Assumptions

• Inference-Based Questions

• Strengthening and Weakening Arguments

• Analogies

• Logical Relationships

• Passage-Based Reasoning

5. Quantitative Techniques

• Number System

• Percentage

• Ratio and Proportion

• Average

• Profit and Loss

• Simple and Compound Interest

• Basic Algebra

• Mensuration

• Statistical Estimation

• Data Interpretation

CLAT PG 2026 Syllabus

• Constitutional Law

• Jurisprudence

• Administrative Law

• Law of Contract

• Law of Torts

• Family Law

• Criminal Law

• Property Law

• Company Law

• Public International Law

• Tax Law

• Environmental Law

• Labour and Industrial Law

Note: The UG examination focused on comprehension, reasoning, and application of information. The PG examination tested legal knowledge and the ability to understand legal passages and judgments.

Preparing for CLAT requires strong reading comprehension, reasoning skills, legal awareness, and regular practice.

Effective CLAT Preparation Tips

1. Understand the Exam Pattern: Learn the five UG sections and their question distribution.

2. Read Newspapers Daily: Follow national and international news for current affairs.

3. Improve Reading Skills: Practise reading long passages and understanding their main ideas.

4. Study Legal Concepts: Understand basic legal principles and practise applying them to different situations.

5. Practise Logical Reasoning: Solve critical reasoning and passage-based questions.

6. Revise Mathematics: Focus on Class 10-level mathematical concepts and data interpretation.

7. Prepare Short Notes: Maintain notes on important current affairs, legal developments, and important judgments.

8. Solve Previous Year Papers: Understand the question format and difficulty level.

9. Attempt Mock Tests: Practise full-length papers within the two-hour time limit.

10. Analyse Your Performance: Identify weak areas and improve accuracy.

Preparation Strategy: Candidates should focus on reading regularly, practising comprehension-based questions, revising current affairs, and taking mock tests.

The CLAT 2026 examination was conducted across 156 test centres in 93 cities, covering 25 states and 4 Union Territories.

Major CLAT 2026 Examination Cities Included:

• New Delhi

• Mumbai

• Bengaluru

• Hyderabad

• Chennai

• Kolkata

• Bhopal

• Indore

• Jaipur

• Lucknow

• Chandigarh

• Jodhpur

• Patna

• Ranchi

• Guwahati

• Ahmedabad

• Gandhinagar

• Pune

• Nagpur

• Raipur

• Bhubaneswar

• Coimbatore

• Agra

• Noida

• Gurugram

• Jabalpur

• Visakhapatnam

• Varanasi

Note: The examination was conducted at 156 centres. The above is a list of selected cities, not the complete list of examination locations.

The CLAT 2026 question papers are useful for understanding the examination structure, passage-based questions, difficulty level, and marking scheme.

Candidates preparing for future CLAT examinations can use previous question papers to improve their speed and accuracy.

Benefits of Solving CLAT Previous Year Question Papers

• Understand the exam pattern.

• Identify important topics.

• Improve reading comprehension.

• Practise legal and logical reasoning.

• Improve time management.

• Analyse strengths and weaknesses.

• Understand the difficulty level.

The CLAT 2027 admit card will be released online by the Consortium of NLUs. Registered candidates can download their admit cards by logging into their official CLAT accounts.

The admit card contains important information about the examination date, time, and test centre.

Details Mentioned on CLAT 2027 Admit Card

• Candidate's Name

• Application Number

• Roll Number

• Photograph

• Examination Date

• Examination Time

• Test Centre Name

• Test Centre Address

• Important Examination Instructions

Steps to Download CLAT 2027 Admit Card

1. Visit the official CLAT website.

2. Open the CLAT 2027 login page.

3. Enter your registered mobile number and password.

4. Log in to your account.

5. Find the admit card download option.

6. Download the admit card.

7. Check all the details carefully.

8. Take a printed copy for examination day.

Important Instructions

• Carry a printed admit card to the examination centre.

• Carry a valid photo identity proof.

• Check the examination centre address carefully.

• Reach the examination centre before the reporting time.

• Follow the instructions mentioned on the admit card.

The CLAT 2027 cut-off refers to the minimum rank or score required to secure admission to participating National Law Universities.

The cut-off varies according to the university, programme, category, seat availability, and candidate performance.

Factors Affecting CLAT 2027 Cut-Off

• Total number of candidates appearing for CLAT.

• Difficulty level of the examination.

• Number of available seats.

• Candidate's All India Rank.

• Reservation category.

• NLU preference and admission choices.

• Previous admission trends.

CLAT 2027 Cut-Off Details

Important: The Consortium does not publish one common cut-off for all NLUs. Admission is based on merit rank, category, seat availability, preferences, and counselling rounds. Candidates should check the official allotment lists for actual opening and closing ranks.

The CLAT 2027 result will be announced online by the Consortium of NLUs. Candidates can check their results using their registered login credentials.

The result includes the candidate's marks and All India Rank, which are used during the counselling and admission process.

Details Available in CLAT 2027 Result

• Candidate's Name

• Roll Number

• Application Number

• Total Marks

• All India Rank

• Category Rank

• Qualifying Status

Steps to Check CLAT 2027 Result

1. Visit the official CLAT website.

2. Open the candidate login portal.

3. Enter your registered mobile number and password.

4. Log in to your account.

5. Click on the result or scorecard link.

6. Check your marks and rank.

7. Download and save the scorecard.

CLAT 2027 Result Date: To Be Announced.

CLAT Counselling 2027

Candidates shortlisted for admission will participate in the centralised counselling process conducted by the Consortium.

Counselling is expected to take place in December 2026 or January 2027. Seat allotment will depend on merit rank, category, preferences, and available seats.

Q1. What is CLAT 2027?
CLAT 2027 is a national-level entrance examination conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities for admission to undergraduate (5-year integrated LLB) and postgraduate (LLM) law programmes.

Q2. When will CLAT 2027 be conducted?
CLAT 2027 is scheduled to be conducted on 6 December 2026.

Q3. When did CLAT 2027 registration start?
CLAT 2027 registration started on 3 August 2026.

Q4. What is the last date to apply for CLAT 2027?
The extended last date to submit the CLAT 2027 application form is 7 November 2026.

Q5. What is the eligibility criteria for CLAT UG 2027?
Candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 or an equivalent examination. General category candidates need at least 45% marks, while SC/ST candidates need at least 40%.

Q6. Is there an age limit for CLAT 2027?
No, there is no upper age limit for appearing in CLAT 2027.

Q7. Can students appearing for Class 12 apply for CLAT 2027?
Yes, students appearing for their Class 12 examinations in 2027 can apply, provided they meet the required eligibility conditions at the time of admission.

Q8. Is CLAT 2027 conducted online or offline?
CLAT 2027 will be conducted in offline, pen-and-paper mode.

Q9. How many questions are asked in CLAT UG 2027?
The CLAT UG question paper contains 120 multiple-choice questions.

Q10. What is the duration of the CLAT 2027 examination?
The examination duration is 2 hours.

Q11. Is there negative marking in CLAT 2027?
Yes. One mark is awarded for every correct answer, and 0.25 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer.

Q12. What subjects are included in the CLAT UG syllabus?
The CLAT UG syllabus includes English Language, Current Affairs including General Knowledge, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Techniques.

Q13. Can candidates apply for both CLAT UG and PG?
Candidates may apply for both programmes if they meet the respective eligibility criteria and submit the required applications and fees.

Q14. How can I download the CLAT 2027 admit card?
Candidates can download their admit cards by logging in to the official CLAT website using their registered login credentials once the admit card is released.

Q15. When will the CLAT 2027 result be declared?
The official result date has not been announced. The result is tentatively expected around mid-December 2026.

Q16. How can I check my CLAT 2027 result?
Candidates can check their results by visiting the official CLAT website and logging in with their registered credentials.

Q17. What is the CLAT 2027 counselling process?
Qualified candidates are invited to participate in the centralised counselling process. Seats are allotted based on merit, preferences, reservation rules, and seat availability.

Q18. Which colleges accept CLAT 2027 scores?
CLAT scores are accepted by participating National Law Universities (NLUs) and certain other participating institutions.

Q19. Can I get admission to an NLU without appearing for CLAT?
For admission through the regular CLAT route, candidates must appear for CLAT and meet the admission requirements of the participating university.

Q20. Where can I find CLAT 2027 updates?
Candidates should regularly visit the official Consortium of NLUs website for application announcements, admit cards, examination updates, results, and counselling information.