CLAT Application Form 2027: Registration Link, Form Fee, Process & Documents Required

The CLAT 2027 registration has officially begun from 3 August 2026 on the Consortium of NLUs' official website. Candidates aspiring to secure admission to the 5-year LLB and LLM programmes offered by participating National Law Universities (NLUs) can submit their applications online until 31 October 2026. The CLAT 2027 exam will be conducted in offline mode on Sunday, 6 December 2026, from 2 PM to 4 PM.

The CLAT 2027 application fee is ₹4,000 for General/OBC/PwD/NRI/PIO/OCI candidates and ₹3,500 for SC/ST/BPL candidates, payable online. In this guide, you'll find the CLAT 2027 registration direct link, application process, fee details, required documents, important dates, and common mistakes to avoid for a hassle-free registration experience.

CLAT 2027 Application Form Important Dates

The Consortium of NLUs released the CLAT 2027 notification on 22 July 2026 and confirmed the full CLAT Registration 2027 window. Mark these dates - missing the CLAT 2027 registration last date means waiting a full year.

CLAT 2027 Registration Events	Official Dates
CLAT 2027 notification released	22 July 2026
CLAT 2027 Application Form start date	3 August 2026
CLAT 2027 Registration end date	31 October 2026
Application Correction Window	November 2026 (expected, as per notification)
Admit card release	Third week of November 2026 (tentative)
CLAT 2027 exam date	Sunday, 6 December 2026, 2 PM–4 PM (Offline)

The Consortium has confirmed there are no changes to the exam pattern or syllabus for CLAT 2027 - 120 questions, 2 hours, five sections.

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CLAT 2027 Application Form Direct Link

CLAT exam registration is done only on the official Consortium portal - no other website, app, or offline form is valid.

1. Official website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in
2. Direct link: CLAT 2027 Registration 
3. Helpdesk: clat@consortiumofnlus.ac.in | 080-47162020 (10 AM–5 PM, working days)

CLAT 2027 Application Fee

The CLAT application fee is paid online through debit card, credit card, net banking, or other modes listed on the portal. Bank transaction charges vary by payment mode.

Category	Fee (INR)
General / OBC / PwD / NRI / PIO / OCI	₹4,000
SC / ST / BPL	₹3,500
Previous years' question papers (optional add-on)	₹500

The fee is non-refundable. Your CLAT 2027 registration is complete only when the payment status in your dashboard shows successful.

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Documents Required for CLAT Application Form 2027

Keep these ready before you begin - most rejected forms fail on document quality, not eligibility.

Document	Notes
Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets	Class 12 "appearing" students can also apply.
ID proof	Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Driving Licence
Active mobile number and email ID	All Consortium-related communication will be sent here.
Passport-size photograph	Plain background, as per official specifications.
Signature	Scanned copy as per official specifications.
Category certificate	Applicable for SC / ST / OBC candidates, if required.
PwD certificate	Issued by the competent authority, if applicable.
BPL certificate	Required to claim the application fee concession, if applicable.
Domicile certificate (PDF)	Required only if claiming state domicile reservation.

For exact image dimensions and file sizes, see the photo and signature guide linked in below.

Important Document Specification For CLAT Registration 2027

Candidates must upload their photograph, signature, and other required documents in the prescribed format while filling out the CLAT registration 2027.

Document	Image Size & Format
Photograph	500 KB (JPG/JPEG Or PNG)
Signature	100 KB (JPG/JPEG Or PNG)
State of Domicile Certificate	1.5 MB (PDF)

Steps to Fill the CLAT Application Form 2027

Complete your CLAT exam registration in five steps. Set aside 30–40 uninterrupted minutes and keep your documents scanned beforehand.

Step 1: Register
Visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in and sign up with your name, mobile number, and email ID. Your login credentials arrive by SMS and email.

Step 2: Fill in detail
Enter personal, academic, and communication details. Your name and your parents' names must match your Class 10 mark sheet exactly.

Step 3: Select preference
Choose your programme (UG or PG), category/reservation claims, and up to three exam centre preferences.

Step 4: Upload document
Add your photograph, signature, and applicable certificates in the prescribed format and size.

Step 5: Pay and submit
Preview every field, pay the fee online, submit, and download the confirmation page.

Note: Verify your category and reservation claims carefully before final submission - these fields may not be editable later.

CLAT 2027 Eligibility Criteria

Know more about CLAT eligibility criteria before you pay the fee - ineligible applications are rejected without refund.

Eligibility Criteria	Requirement
Educational Qualification	Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) or an equivalent examination from a recognised board.
Minimum Marks	General/OBC/PwD/NRI/PIO/OCI: 45% marks; SC/ST: 40% marks.
Appearing Candidates	Students appearing for the Class 12 examination in 2027 are also eligible to apply.
Age Limit	There is no upper age limit for appearing in CLAT UG or CLAT PG.
Important Note	Candidates must satisfy all eligibility requirements before paying the application fee, as fees are non-refundable if found ineligible.

CLAT Test Centre Preference 2027

• CLAT 2027 is expected to be conducted at around 131 CLAT exam centres across approximately 89 cities in 25 states and 5 Union Territories (subject to the official notification).
• During the application process, candidates can select up to three preferred exam cities in order of preference.
• The final allotment of the test centre is based on your preference order and the availability of seats in the selected cities.
• Choose an exam city that is easy to reach and familiar to you to minimise travel-related stress on the exam day.
• It is advisable to submit your application early, preferably in August, to improve your chances of securing your first-preference test centre.
• Once the test centre is allotted, requests for changes are generally not entertained, so choose your preferences carefully.

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NLU Preferences and Reservation Details after CLAT 2027 Registration 

A common confusion, settled: in recent CLAT cycles, NLU preference list are not part of the application form. They are filled and locked during counselling registration, which opens after the result - typically in late December. At the application stage, your only preference choices are your three exam centres.

What you do claim now: your category and state domicile reservation. Most participating NLUs offer domicile reservation, but policies and quotas differ by university - check the seat matrix in the official brochure. If eligible, select the reservation in the form and upload your domicile certificate PDF; a domicile claim can significantly lower your effective cutoff at your home-state NLU.

CLAT 2027 is the gateway to 26 participating NLUs; NLU Delhi admits separately through AILET, and 60+ private law schools also accept CLAT scores.

CLAT 2027 Application Form Correction Window

How to Check Your CLAT 2027 Application Status

After submitting your application, candidates should verify whether their CLAT 2027 registration has been successfully completed. You can check your application status by following these steps:

• Log in to the official Consortium of NLUs portal using your registered credentials.
• Open your candidate dashboard to view your application status.
• If the status shows Submitted and the confirmation page is available for download, your registration is complete.
• Ensure the payment has been successfully processed before logging out.
• Save the confirmation page and payment receipt for future reference.
• Your application is considered accepted once the CLAT 2027 admit card is issued.

CLAT 2027 Application Form Correction Window

The Consortium of NLUs is expected to provide a limited correction window after the registration deadline. Candidates should use this facility only to rectify genuine errors.

• The correction window is expected to open after the registration process closes.
• It generally remains available for only a few days.
• Only the fields specified in the official notification can be edited.
• Details such as category, reservation, and exam centre preferences may remain non-editable.
• Review your application carefully before final submission instead of relying on the correction window.

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Forgot Your CLAT Login Password?

If you've forgotten your CLAT login password, you can easily reset it by following these steps:

1. Visit the official Consortium of NLUs website and click Login.
2. Select Forgot Password.
3. Enter your registered mobile number or email ID.
4. Verify your identity using the OTP sent to your registered contact.
5. Create a new password and log in using your updated credentials.

Common Mistakes to Avoid in the CLAT Application Form 2027

Common Mistakes to Avoid in the CLAT Application Form 2027 - Learn about the most common application errors and practical tips to avoid them, ensuring your CLAT 2027 registration is completed accurately and without any issues.

Mistake	How to Avoid It
Name mismatch with Class 10 certificate	Copy your name exactly as it appears on the Class 10 certificate, as this is one of the most common reasons for application rejection.
Wrong or unclaimed category/reservation	Verify all category and reservation certificates before submitting the application, as these details may not be editable later.
Incorrect or improperly sized document uploads	Follow the official specifications for photograph, signature, and other documents to avoid upload errors.
Skipping the application preview	Review every section carefully before making the payment, as correction opportunities after submission are limited.
Waiting until the CLAT 2027 registration last date	Complete your registration well before the deadline to avoid server slowdowns and last-minute technical issues.
Not saving the payment receipt or confirmation page	Download and keep a copy of the confirmation page and payment receipt for future reference during counselling and admission.

What Happens After CLAT 2027 Registration?

Registration is step one of a five-month journey. Based on the official notification and recent cycles, here's the road ahead (post-registration dates are tentative):

Stage	Expected Timeline
Correction window	November 2026
Admit card	Third week of November 2026
CLAT 2027 exam	6 December 2026
Provisional answer key	8–9 December 2026
Result	Third week of December 2026
Counselling begins	Late December 2026

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Key Takeaways: CLAT Application Form 2027

1. CLAT 2027 registration runs from 3 August to 31 October 2026 only on consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
2. The CLAT 2027 registration last date is 31 October 2026 - apply in August/September to avoid last-minute server issues.
3. Fee: ₹4,000 (General/OBC/PwD/NRI/PIO/OCI) or ₹3,500 (SC/ST/BPL), online only, non-refundable.
4. Match your name exactly to your Class 10 certificate and preview before submitting - most rejections are avoidable.
5. Exam: Sunday, 6 December 2026, 2–4 PM, offline; no pattern or syllabus changes this year.

Important CLAT 2027 Resources

CLAT Eligibility Criteria 2027	CLAT Photo Size & Signature Specs
CLAT Exam Pattern 2027	CLAT Syllabus 2027
CLAT Exam Centers List 2027	How to Cancel CLAT Registration