CLAT 2027 Notification: Dates, Fees & Eligibility Criteria

CLAT 2027 Notification: Latest Updates

The Consortium of NLUs has issued a few additional notifications since the main CLAT 2027 notification. Here's what's changed:

• Exam Centres Update (3 September 2026): Vellore and Tiruvarur have been removed as CLAT 2027 test centre cities. Candidates who had selected either city must update their preference to an alternative test centre by 31 October 2026. See the complete CLAT 2027 Exam Centres list.
• Reservation Category Updates (5 September 2026): Several participating NLUs, including NLU Meghalaya and WBNUJS Kolkata, have revised their domicile-based reservation categories for CLAT 2027. Candidates who applied under the affected categories should review the updated seat matrix on the official Consortium website and update their reservation, if applicable, by 31 October 2026.
• PwD Policy for CLAT 2027 (7 September 2026): The Consortium has released the detailed Persons with Disability (PwD) policy for CLAT 2027, covering eligibility for reasonable accommodation, the application process, required documents (UDID card or medical certificate), 40 minutes of compensatory time, and scribe/assistive-technology provisions.
• A wider Consortium. The Consortium's executive committee has reportedly cleared the induction of NLU Tripura (Agartala) and NLU Meghalaya (Shillong) into the all-India CLAT seat-sharing pool, which would increase the total number of participating NLUs. More NLUs generally means more seats, but also a wider spread in cutoffs across the new and established universities, so don't assume the same NLU-wise cutoff logic from last year carries over unchanged.
• No changes to syllabus or pattern. An Expert Committee had reviewed CLAT's structure, question quality, section weightage, and its comparison with international law admission tests. However, the Governing Body has officially confirmed that there will be no changes to the syllabus and exam pattern/sections for CLAT 2027 UG and PG papers. The Expert Committee's suggestions on question format and quality will instead be considered by the Convenor and paper setters feasibly, so the core pattern (120 questions, 2 hours, 5 sections) stays as it was, while question framing may see subtle refinements.

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CLAT 2027 Notification: Key Highlights

CLAT Notification 2027: Important Dates

CLAT 2027 Registration

The Consortium of NLUs released the CLAT 2027 notification on 22 July 2026 and opened the registration process on 3 August 2026. Registration is now live, and candidates can complete the application online through the official website.

Before the registration window opens, keep the following documents and details ready:

• A valid mobile number and email ID for OTP-based verification
• Scanned passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format
• Class 12 marksheet or qualifying examination details (or provisional details if appearing)
• Category, PwD, EWS, or domicile certificates (if applicable)
• A valid online payment method (UPI, debit/credit card, or net banking) for the application fee

Keeping these documents ready in advance helps avoid last-minute issues such as incorrect file uploads, missing certificates, or delays in submitting the application.

CLAT 2027 Eligibility Criteria

The CLAT 2027 notification has confirmed the eligibility criteria for the exam.

For CLAT UG (5-Year Integrated LL.B.):

• You must have passed, or be appearing for, the Class 12 (10+2) examination from a recognised board.
• Minimum marks expected: 45% aggregate for General/OBC candidates, 40% for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
• No upper age limit.
• If you're appearing for Class 12 in 2027, you're still eligible to apply now, but you'll need to submit proof of passing before final admission.

CLAT 2027 Application Fee

The CLAT 2027 notification has confirmed the application fee structure:

The fee is paid online only, and candidates will bear the applicable bank transaction charges shown on the payment gateway. Once paid, the fee is non-refundable or non-adjustable.

What does the CLAT 2027 exam notification include?

The official notification PDF typically covers:

• Registration schedule and application deadline
• Exam date, timing, and mode
• Eligibility criteria for UG and PG programmes
• Application fee by category
• Exam pattern and marking scheme
• List of participating NLUs and seat matrix (sometimes released separately)
• Reservation and relaxation policy

How to Apply for CLAT 2027: Step-by-Step

Registration is now open. Here's the process you'll follow:

• Go to consortiumofnlus.ac.in and find the CLAT 2027 registration link.
• Register with a valid mobile number and email ID, and verify via OTP.
• Log in and fill in your personal, academic, and communication details.
• Upload documents- photograph, signature, and category/PwD certificates in the specified format and size.
• Choose your programme carefully; this typically can't be changed after submission.
• Pay the application fee as per your category.
• Submit and download your confirmation page; keep this for every future step of the process.

A useful point to note: NLU preference filling for CLAT 2027 is expected to take place after the result is declared, not at the time of registration. Candidates do not need to rank their NLU choices while filling the initial application form.

Conclusion

The CLAT 2027 official notification has confirmed all the important details - exam date, registration dates, fee, and eligibility. Registration is live now and closes on 31 October 2026, with the exam scheduled for 6 December 2026. This is the right time to lock in your prep with a structured CLAT Crash Course and complete your application before the deadline.

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