
The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) is closing the application window for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2027 on October 31, 2026. Candidates seeking admission to law programmes must complete their registration exclusively through the official portal. No applications will be entertained after the deadline passes.
Candidates are required to pay the application fee in online mode using a debit card, credit card, or net banking. Registration remains incomplete without the successful payment of the prescribed fee.
The table below outlines the category-wise application fee structure:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General, OBC, PwD, NRI, PIO, OCI | Rs 4,000 |
| SC, ST, BPL | Rs 3,500 |
The admission examination will be held in a single afternoon session across designated centres. Candidates can track key dates related to the test and hall ticket issuance below.
Key details regarding the schedule include:
Exam Date: December 6, 2026
Exam Timing: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Exact Admit Card Release Date: To be released.
Admit Card Availability: Official portal a few days before the exam date
Official Website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in
Candidates must complete the online application process through the official website before the closing date. Follow the step-by-step instructions provided below to submit the form successfully:
Visit the official CLAT website at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
Click on the CLAT 2027 option on the homepage.
Click on the registration tab.
Register by entering details such as name, mobile number, and email ID.
Log in to the portal and click on the application form link.
Enter personal and academic details in the form.
Upload the required documents as per the prescribed format.
Pay the application fee and submit the form.
Download the confirmation page and take a printout for future reference.
Candidates must ensure that all entered details are accurate before final submission. If a candidate fills more than one online application form, only the last submitted form will be considered, and the fee for previous forms will not be refunded. Requests for changes in programme (UG/PG) or category will not be entertained. Ensure the names of the candidate and parents match official mark sheets and identity proofs.
Candidates preparing for law entrance examinations should keep track of registration deadlines, eligibility requirements and examination schedules to avoid missing admission opportunities. Apart from CLAT 2027, students can explore other important law entrance tests, including AILET and MH CET Law, through PW's guide to Law Entrance Exams 2026. Candidates seeking detailed information about the application process, required documents, eligibility criteria and application fees can also refer to the CLAT Application Form 2027 guide. Since CLAT 2027 registration closes on October 31, 2026, applicants should complete their forms and fee payments before the deadline.
After submitting the application form, candidates should regularly check official announcements regarding the admit card, examination instructions and admission process. Those who need to review the registration timeline and application requirements can read PW's report on the CLAT 2027 Registration Last Date. Candidates should also stay updated about the CLAT 2027 Application Correction Date, as the expected correction window date is subject to official confirmation. Keeping track of these updates can help applicants verify their application details and prepare for the CLAT 2027 examination scheduled for December 6, 2026.
