Common Law Admission Test 2027

Consortium of National Law Universities

🟢 Open Now

Important Dates

Application OpensAugust 3 2026
Application ClosesOctober 31 2026
Admit CardLate November 2026
Exam Date December 6, 2026 (Sunday), 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
ResultExpected Dec 2026

Who Can Apply

  • 10+2 passed or appearing
  • Minimum 45% marks for General/OBC
  • Minimum 40% marks for SC/ST
  • No upper age limit for UG programme

Documents You Need

  • Class 10 and 12 marksheets
  • Passport size photograph
  • Signature
  • Valid ID Proof
  • Category Certificate
  • Domicile Certificate (if seeking state quota)

Exam Fee

CategoryFee
General/EWS₹4000
OBC-NCL₹4000
SC/ST/PwD₹3500
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is CLAT 2027 exam held in 2026?+

Yes, CLAT is usually conducted in December of the preceding year for admissions in the following academic year.

What is the pattern of CLAT?+

It is a comprehension-based paper with 120 multiple-choice questions.

Is there negative marking?+

Yes, a deduction of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer.

About Common Law Admission Test 2027

CLAT is a national-level entrance exam for admissions to undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programs offered by 24 National Law Universities in India. It tests reading comprehension, logical reasoning, and legal aptitude. Many private law schools and PSUs also use CLAT scores.

Common Law Admission Test 2027 Important Dates 2026

Notification Date: July 22, 2026 Application Start Date: August 3, 2026 (Registration is currently OPEN) Application End Date: October 31, 2026 Admit Card Date: Mid-to-Late November 2026 (Tentative: 3rd Week) Exam Date: December 6, 2026 (Sunday), 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Result Date: 3rd Week of December 2026 (Tentative)

How to Apply for Common Law Admission Test 2027

Step 1: Register on the Consortium website. Step 2: Validate email and mobile number. Step 3: Fill out the detailed application form and NLU preferences. Step 4: Upload photo, signature, and category certificates. Step 5: Pay the application fee. Step 6: Submit the application.