
The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) has officially started the application process for the Common Law Admission Test 2027. Candidates seeking admission to undergraduate and postgraduate law courses can apply online. The official notification confirms that for CLAT 2027: Application Form Available, No Subject Limitation, Check Eligibility, Link, Fee, Date, students must complete all steps before October 31, 2026.
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The Consortium conducts this national entrance test for admissions to 5-year integrated LL.B. and LL.M. programmes across participating National Law Universities. Candidates should review the schedule below before applying. The complete summary of important dates and exam details is provided in the table.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Body | Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) |
| Exam Name | Common Law Admission Test (CLAT 2027) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Deadline | October 31, 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Exam Date | December 6, 2026 (2:00 PM to 4:00 PM) |
| Official Website | consortiumofnlus.ac.in |
Candidates must satisfy basic educational requirements before submitting their application. The Consortium permits students from all academic streams to register for the undergraduate test.
Qualifying Stream: Open to candidates from Arts, Commerce, Science, or any recognized stream with no subject restrictions.
Minimum Marks: General and OBC candidates require at least 45% aggregate marks in Class 12. SC, ST, and PwD candidates need a minimum of 40% marks.
Appearing Candidates: Students taking their Class 12 board exams in March or April 2027 can register, provided they submit proof of passing during admission.
Age Bar: There is no upper age limit for CLAT UG 2027.
The entrance test will be conducted in an offline pen-and-paper format across designated test centres. Candidates must answer multiple-choice questions within the allotted duration.
Exam Duration: 2 hours (extended to 2 hours 40 minutes, from 2:00 PM to 4:40 PM, for eligible PwD candidates).
Total Questions: 120 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs).
Marking Scheme: +1 mark for every correct response; -0.25 mark for every incorrect response.
Syllabus Areas: English Language, Current Affairs including General Knowledge, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Techniques.
Candidates must submit the application fee online through net banking, credit card, or debit card. The fee is non-refundable once paid under any circumstances. Category-wise details regarding the registration charges are specified in the table below.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | INR 4,000 |
| SC / ST / BPL / PwD | INR 3,500 |
Applicants must complete the registration form accurately on the official portal. Follow the steps outlined below to register without errors:
Visit the official portal at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
Select the CLAT 2027 link on the home screen.
Click on the New Registration tab and create your login credentials.
Log in using your registered mobile number and password.
Enter your personal, academic, and communication details.
Pay the mandatory application fee through the online payment gateway.
Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
Candidates must verify all information carefully before final submission. Details such as candidate category and programme choice cannot be modified after payment. Keep scanned copies of academic mark sheets, ID proofs, and category certificates ready before filling out the online form.
