CLAT 2027 Notification Expected Soon at consortiumofnlus.ac.in; Registration Likely to Begin in August

The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2027 notification is expected to be released shortly by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) on its official website, consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Although the Consortium has not announced the official schedule yet, previous admission cycles indicate that the notification may be issued in the second half of July 2026, followed by the opening of the application window in August.

CLAT is one of India's most sought-after law entrance examinations. It serves as the gateway to admission into five-year integrated LLB programmes, LLM courses, and several affiliated institutions that accept CLAT scores.

CLAT 2027 Registration Date (Expected)

While the official dates are awaited, the expected schedule based on previous years is as follows:

Note: The above timeline is tentative and subject to the official notification issued by the Consortium of NLUs.

Who Can Apply for CLAT 2027?

Candidates must satisfy the eligibility criteria prescribed by the Consortium before submitting the application form.

For Undergraduate (UG) Programmes

Applicants seeking admission to the 5-year integrated LLB programme must:

• Have passed or be appearing in Class 12 or an equivalent examination.

• Obtain at least 45% marks (General/OBC/PwD/NRI categories).

• Obtain 40% marks (SC/ST categories).

For Postgraduate (PG) Programmes

Candidates applying for LLM programmes should:

• Hold an LL.B. degree or an equivalent qualification.

• Secure at least 50% marks (General category).

• Secure 45% marks (SC/ST/PwD categories).

How to Apply for CLAT 2027?

Once the application window opens, candidates can complete the registration process by following these steps:

1. Visit the official website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in.

2. Click on the CLAT 2027 Registration link.

3. Register using a valid mobile number and email ID.

4. Log in and fill in the application form with personal, academic, and communication details.

5. Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.

6. Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway.

7. Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Documents Required for CLAT 2027 Registration

Before filling out the application form, candidates should keep the following documents ready:

• Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets

• Recent passport-size photograph

• Signature

• Valid ID proof

• Category certificate (if applicable)

• PwD certificate (if applicable)

• LL.B. marksheets (for PG applicants)

Why Should Candidates Apply Early?

Submitting the application early can help candidates avoid last-minute technical issues and provide sufficient time to correct any errors before the application window closes.

Candidates are also advised to:

• Check the eligibility criteria carefully.

• Keep scanned documents in the required format.

• Use an active email ID and mobile number.

• Regularly visit the official website for updates.

What Happens After CLAT 2027 Registration?

After the application process concludes, the Consortium will release the admit card, followed by the CLAT 2027 examination. The results will determine admission to participating National Law Universities (NLUs) and other institutions that accept CLAT scores.

Qualified candidates will then participate in the CLAT counselling process, which includes registration, preference filling, seat allotment, and document verification.