by The clock is almost out. CLAT 2027 registration closes on Saturday, 31 October 2026, and every year a few aspirants lose their chance to a blurry photo, a failed payment or a last-day server rush. If you still haven’t applied for a National Law University seat, this guide gives you the dates, fee, eligibility and exact steps so you can finish in one sitting.
CLAT 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application opened | 3 August 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 31 October 2026 |
| Admit card | Mid to late November 2026 (tentative) |
| CLAT 2027 exam | 6 December 2026, 2 PM to 4 PM |
| Provisional answer key | Around 9 December 2026 (tentative) |
| Result | Third week of December 2026 (tentative) |
| Counselling | Last week of December 2026 (tentative) |
The Consortium of NLUs publishes all notices on consortiumofnlus.ac.in, so treat that site as the final word on any changed date.
CLAT 2027 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General, OBC and EWS | Rs 4,000 |
| SC, ST, BPL and PwD | Rs 3,500 |
| Past question papers (optional) | Rs 500 |
The fee is non-refundable and is paid online. The Rs 500 for question papers is separate and not compulsory.
Who Can Apply?
For the five-year integrated LL.B. programme, you generally need to have passed or be appearing in Class 12 or an equivalent exam. Minimum marks apply, typically 45 per cent for general candidates and 40 per cent for SC and ST candidates, and there is no upper age limit for the UG programme. Rules can be updated, so read the official notification before paying. The same portal also handles CLAT PG applications.
How to Apply for CLAT 2027
- Visit the official site at consortiumofnlus.ac.in and open the CLAT 2027 page.
- Register as a new candidate with your email and mobile number.
- Fill in the application with personal, academic and category details.
- Upload documents such as a photograph, signature and category certificate, if applicable, in the required format.
- Choose your NLU preferences if the form asks for them.
- Pay the fee online and wait for the confirmation.
- Save the final form and payment receipt for later.
CLAT 2027 Exam Pattern at a Glance
The test is held offline on paper and consists of comprehension-based multiple-choice questions. Each correct answer carries one mark, and every wrong answer costs 0.25 marks. The syllabus and pattern have not changed this year, and the paper covers English, current affairs and general knowledge, legal reasoning, logical reasoning and quantitative techniques.
Common Mistakes to Avoid in the Last Week
- Waiting until 31 October. Portals slow down on deadline day, so finish today or tomorrow.
- Mismatched details. Your name and date of birth should match your school records.
- Wrong category selection. Changing it later can be difficult.
- Unconfirmed payment. Do not close the page until you see a success message and receipt.
CLAT 2027 Registration FAQs
Is the CLAT 2027 application deadline likely to be extended? Extensions have happened in some exams, but never rely on one. Apply before 31 October.
Does NLU Delhi accept CLAT? No. NLU Delhi uses its own AILET, so check both routes if you want that university.
What to Do After You Apply
Start a 35-day revision plan, solve sectional tests every week and read a daily newspaper for current affairs. Compare colleges in our guide to the top NLUs in India, check the NIRF Ranking 2026 guide, explore the best courses after 12th in 2026 and see how to choose online coaching. Also keep CUET UG 2027 as a backup route to university law programmes. Dates are summarised from Careers360.
