The National Law of Consortium will begin the online registration process for the Common Law Admission Test 2024 in the first week of August 2023.

While filling out the registration form, you need to upload a few scanned documents, such as passport-size photographs and signatures only as per the specification given in the notification.

You might get your application rejected in case of incorrectly filed data and uploaded documents. 

Read through the post that will give you a complete insight into uploading CLAT Photo & Signature in the online application form.

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Guidelines for Uploading CLAT Photograph

After filling out the CLAT application form, you must upload a photo, signature, caste certificate, etc., in the specified format. Follow the guidelines provided below while filling out the online form.

• A photograph should be a recent passport-size colour photo with name and date.
• The background of the photo must be either white colour or light colour.
• The face of the individual must be clear and visible in the photo.
• The image should be professional-looking.
• Make sure there is no red-eye in the photo.
• If you are wearing glasses, make sure there are no reflections on the eye and your eyes can be seen clearly.
• Most importantly, the image should be in JPEG/JPG format.
• As per the official notification, the CLAT photo size should be between 20kb to 50kb.

Go through the table below to know the CLAT Photo requirements set by the Law consortium.

Guidelines for Uploading CLAT Signature

Before proceeding with the application form, you must check whether you have satisfied the eligibility criteria for CLAT or not.

Go through the simple guidelines mentioned below to learn how to upload the CLAT signature while filling out the application form. 

• You must sign on white paper with a Black Ink pen.
• The signature must be done by you, not by any other person.
• Your signature should be in a flow of running hand, and it must be in small letters.
• The signature on the CLAT admit card and attendance sheet on exam day should match the signature uploaded in the online form. Otherwise, it may lead to disqualification.
• The scanned image should be in JPEG/ JPG format.

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How to Scan CLAT Photo & Signature?

You need to scan the CLAT photo & signature in the specified format. While scanning the documents, follow the important instructions provided below:

• The resolution of the scanner should be a minimum of 200 dots per inch.
• Set the colour as True colour.
• Scan the Photo & Signature as mentioned in the format above.
• After scanning the documents, crop the image to remove the unwanted area.
• Save the file in JPEG/JPG format.

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How to Correct My Photo & Signature for CLAT 2024

The Law Consortium authority will provide the correction facility in the CLAT 2024 Application Form, but for a limited time frame.

Those who are filling out the application form are suggested to upload the CLAT Photo and signature as per the instructions set by the Law Consortium.

• Per the references from last year, it is impossible to make any changes to the photo and signature after the final submission.
• If you fail to submit the CLAT 2024 Photo size as per the guidelines, you must apply for a fresh application with a re-payment fee.
• Remember, the consortium will not refund the application fee for previously submitted applications.
• You must upload all the documents in the specified format. Otherwise, the applications will be rejected by the authority.

CLAT Photo Size & Signature - Important Instructions

You must go through the instructions provided below while filling out the form in order to avoid rejection of the application. 

• Try to avoid taking pictures from smartphones.
• Avoid dark backgrounds in the photograph.
• Do not wear tinted or dark glasses. Use only clear glasses while taking a photo.

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• Your face should be clearly visible.
• Make sure that the CLAT Photo Size must be in the specified format.
• Caps, hats, and dark glasses are not acceptable.
• The sign must be done on white paper with a Black Ink pen in order to avoid the CLAT Signature issue.

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