CLAT PG 2027 Notification Out: The press release confirming the CLAT PG 2027 Notification Out update has been officially issued by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) on its central portal, consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
The Common Law Admission Test for Postgraduate (CLAT PG) serves as the nationwide gateway for admission into 1-year Master of Laws (LL.M.) programs across premier National Law Universities (NLUs). Additionally, top Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) like BHEL, ONGC, and IOCL utilize CLAT PG scores to recruit Executive Trainees in their legal departments.
Following recent executive body meetings, the Consortium confirmed that the online application window opening on August 3, 2026.
The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) has released the CLAT PG 2027 Notification. As per the official schedule, the online application process will begin on 3 August 2026 and continue until 31 October 2026. The CLAT PG 2027 examination is scheduled to be conducted on 6 December 2026 (Sunday) from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
CLAT PG 2027 Notification PDF Download
The Consortium operates on a clear schedule leading up to the December test date. Below are the key dates verified in the official press release:
| CLAT PG 2027 Important Dates | |
| Admission Milestone / Event | Official Scheduled Dates |
| Official Press Release Date | 22nd July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 3rd August 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application Form | 31st October 2026 |
| Admit Card Download Window | Mid-November 2026 (Expected) |
| CLAT PG 2027 Offline Exam Date | 6th December 2026 (2:00 PM – 4:00 PM) |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | December 2026 (Post-exam) (Expected) |
| Final Result Declaration | Late December 2026 (Expected) |
| NLU Counselling Registration Starts | Last week of December 2026 (Expected) |
The Governing Body of the Consortium met to evaluate the recommendations of the CLAT Expert Committee Report. Based on their decisions, here are the main takeaways for postgraduate law aspirants:
The postgraduate test remains a comprehension-based objective evaluation consisting of passage-based Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
Mode of Examination: Offline (Pen-and-Paper / OMR-based)
Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes)
Medium of Exam: English
Total Questions: 120
Maximum Marks: 120
Marking Scheme: +1 mark for each correct answer
Negative Marking: -0.25 mark for each incorrect answer
Question Format: Passage-based questions from landmark judgments, statutes, and legal treatises (approximately 450 words per passage)
The paper evaluates a candidate's ability to extract legal principles from provided passages and apply them to factual scenarios. The syllabus encompasses core undergraduate LL.B. subjects mandatory under Bar Council of India (BCI) norms:
Constitutional Law (Carries significant weightage)
Jurisprudence
Administrative Law
Law of Contract & Specific Relief
Law of Torts
Family Law (Hindu Law & Muslim Law)
Criminal Law (IPC, CrPC, Indian Evidence Act / New Criminal Laws)
Property Law
Company Law
Public International Law & Human Rights
Environmental Law
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
CLAT PG 2027 registration window will open on 3 August 2026 and remain active until 31 October 2026. Eligible candidates can complete the online application process through the official Consortium of NLUs portal.
CLAT PG 2027 Registration Link (Active from 3 August Onwards)
Before filling out the online registration form, candidates must ensure they meet the minimum qualifying thresholds set by the Consortium:
Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a 3-year LL.B. degree or a 5-year integrated LL.B. degree from a university recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI).
Minimum Marks Threshold:
General / OBC / NRI / PIO / OCI / EWS: Minimum 50% aggregate marks or equivalent grade.
SC / ST / PwD: Minimum 45% aggregate marks or equivalent grade.
Appearing Candidates: Students currently in the final year or final semester of their LL.B. program are fully eligible to apply, provided they produce proof of passing at the time of NLU admission counseling.
Age Limit: There is no upper age limit for appearing in CLAT PG 2027.
Once the registration portal goes live on August 3, follow these steps to complete your application:
1.Portal Registration:
Visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in, click on 'CLAT 2027', select the 'Postgraduate' tab, and create an account using your mobile number and email address.
2.Profile Details Input:
Fill in your personal information, communication address, academic qualifications (LL.B. details), and select your preferred test center cities.
3.Document Uploads:
Upload clear scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, and category/disability certificates (if applicable) adhering to specified size guidelines.
4.Payment & Final Submission
Pay the application fee online. Download and print the confirmation page for your records.
CLAT PG 2027 examination will be conducted on 6 December 2026 (Sunday). As per the official notification issued by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs), the exam will be held in offline (pen-and-paper/OMR) mode from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.