CLAT 2027 - Exam Dates, Notification, Syllabus, Pattern, & Preparation

CLAT 2027 Important Dates (Tentative)

Note: Candidates should regularly check official notifications for the latest updates and announcements related to CLAT 2027.

What is the CLAT Exam?

CLAT (Common Law Admission Test) is a centralised national-level entrance test conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities for admission to the 5-year integrated law programmes: B.A. LL.B., B.Com. LL.B., B.Sc. LL.B., BBA LL.B., and BSW LL.B. at 27 National Law Universities across India.

CLAT 2027 Exam Overview

CLAT 2027 Eligibility Criteria

In the CLAT notification, the Consortium also adds the CLAT eligibility criteria to appear for the CLAT UG exam. Following the previous year’s trend, CLAT 2027 is likely going to have the following eligibility criteria.

Educational Qualification

Any applicant who has passed the 10+2 or an equivalent examination can apply for the CLAT 2027 exam. The minimum marks required for different categories are listed below:

Note: Candidates who will pass the Class 12th examination in March/ April 2027 are also eligible for the test.

Upon admission, these candidates must provide proof that they passed their Class 12th exam. Candidates who fail to fulfill this will be rejected and lose their right to admission.

CLAT 2027 Age Limit

There is no upper age limit for CLAT UG 2027. Candidates of any age who meet the educational qualification criteria can apply.

Who Can Appear for CLAT?

CLAT is an ideal choice for: 

• Class 11 and 12 students planning a career in law.
• Students aiming for admission to National Law Universities (NLUs).
• Candidates interested in integrated law programs such as BA LLB, BBA LLB, BCom LLB, BSc LLB, and BSW LLB.
• Aspirants preparing for legal careers, judiciary exams, litigation, corporate law, policy, and public service.

CLAT 2027 Exam Pattern

Each section in the CLAT exam has a different weightage and number of questions. The CLAT 2027  exam pattern is designed in a way that the exact number of questions is never known, but the weightage for each section is highlighted in the table below.

Note: The Consortium may revise the exam pattern for CLAT 2027 based on Expert Committee recommendations. Always refer to the official CLAT 2027 notification for confirmed details.

CLAT 2027 Syllabus

The test is conducted in offline mode, where the paper has 120 questions from five different sections. Below is a summary of the section-wise CLAT 2027 Syllabus based on the syllabus of the previous CLAT exam.

• Register using a valid mobile number and email ID.
• Verify the registered mobile number through OTP.
• Log in and fill in the required personal, academic, and communication details.
• Upload the prescribed documents and photographs.
• Pay the application fee online and submit the form.

Note: Candidates should carefully review all details before submission, as certain fields may not be editable after the application fee has been paid.

CLAT 2027 Exam Fee

The fee for CLAT examination can only be paid in online mode, via NEFT and NetBanking. Once paid, students must remember that the CLAT exam fee is non-refundable.

The category-wise CLAT exam fees are mentioned below:

CLAT 2027 Application Correction Window

The Consortium provides a correction window for candidates to review and update specific details submitted in the application form. Candidates can log in to their account and make the permitted changes within the specified correction period. No requests for modification are generally entertained after the correction window closes.

CLAT 2027 Admit Card

The CLAT 2027 admit card will be released approximately 15 days before the exam, expected in November 2026, on the official Consortium website. Carrying the admit card to the exam centre is mandatory.

Steps to Download CLAT 2027 Admit Card

1. Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
2. Select CLAT 2027 and log in with your registered mobile number and password.
3. Click the “Download Admit Card” link.
4. Save the PDF and print 2-3 copies on A4 paper.

The admit card contains: Roll number, exam centre name and address, exam timing, and instructions for the day.

CLAT 2027 Exam Centres

CLAT 2027 will be conducted across 130+ exam centres across India. While filling out the application form, candidates can select 3 centre preferences. The final centre list will be released by the Consortium in the official notification.

CLAT 2027 Answer Key

The Consortium generally releases the provisional CLAT answer key on the same day or the next day after the exam. Candidates can raise objections to the provisional key within the specified window. The final answer key is released shortly before the CLAT result.

CLAT 2027 Result

The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) releases the CLAT result right after the release of the final CLAT answer key.

The CLAT results are released in PDF format. The scorecard includes the total marks received in the exam, the overall rank attained in CLAT, the category, and other information. Candidates will be invited to the counselling procedure based on their scores. Counselling is the final stage of admission to National Law Universities (NLUs).

How to Prepare for CLAT 2027?

• Understand the CLAT exam pattern and syllabus before starting your preparation.
• Develop a daily reading habit through newspapers, editorials, and legal articles.
• Focus on strengthening Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and English Language skills.
• Stay updated with current affairs and revise important topics regularly.
• Attempt mock tests frequently to improve speed, accuracy, and time management.
• Analyze your mock test performance and work on weak areas.
• Follow a realistic study plan and dedicate time to regular revision.

Candidates looking for structured guidance can also explore CLAT coaching programs and regularly attempt CLAT mock tests to assess their preparation level and track progress.

CLAT 2027 Counselling Process

CLAT counselling is conducted by the Consortium of NLUs after the result is declared. It is a centralised process where seats are allotted based on rank, category, and NLU preferences filled by the candidate.

Step-by-Step Counselling Process

1. Register for Counselling: Log in to the CLAT portal and register for the counselling process
2. Fill NLU Preferences: Choose your preferred NLUs in order of priority
3. Round 1 Allotment: Seats allotted based on rank, category, and preferences
4. Accept Seat & Pay Fee: Pay the seat acceptance fee within the deadline
5. Report to NLU: Submit documents and complete admission formalities at the allotted NLU
6. Round 2 / Subsequent Rounds: Conducted for vacant and surrendered seats

CLAT 2027 Reservation Policy

Reservation in CLAT admissions is governed by the individual policies of participating National Law Universities (NLUs). Categories such as SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD, and domicile-based reservations may vary across institutions. Candidates are advised to check the reservation matrix published by the respective NLU before participating in the counselling process.

Key Takeaways

• CLAT is the primary gateway to admission in participating NLUs.
• The examination is conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities.
• Both UG and PG law aspirants can apply through the respective CLAT examinations.
• Consistent preparation, mock practice, and current affairs revision are crucial for success.
• Candidates should regularly monitor official notifications regarding dates, eligibility, and counselling updates.

CLAT 2027 Help Desk

Candidates facing issues related to CLAT registration, application form submission, admit card download, result, or counselling process can contact the Consortium of National Law Universities through its official helpdesk.

However, candidates should make sure that they fill out the CLAT 2027 Application Form on time, as most official websites crash due to heavy traffic in the last few days.