The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is the national entrance exam that opens doors to undergraduate and postgraduate law programmes at 26 National Law Universities across India. The 2027 edition of CLAT will decide admission for the academic year 2027‑28.
Key Information at a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Date | 6 December 2026 (IST) |
| Application Window | 3 August 2026 – 31 October 2026 |
| Mode of Exam | Offline – Pen & Paper |
| Duration | 120 minutes (2 hours) |
| Total Marks | 120 |
| No. of Questions | 120 MCQs |
| Negative Marking | ¼ mark per wrong answer |
| Participating Institutes | 26 National Law Universities |
| Official Website | consortiumofnlus.ac.in |
| Helpline | Email: clat@consortiumofnlus.ac.in, Phone: 08047162020 |
Eligibility Criteria
Undergraduate (UG) Programme
- No upper age limit.
- Minimum of 45 % marks in 10+2 or equivalent; 40 % for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
Postgraduate (PG) Programme
- No upper age limit.
- Minimum of 50 % marks in LL.B. or equivalent; 45 % for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
Application Fee Structure
| Category | Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | 4,000 |
| SC / ST | 3,500 |
How to Apply Online
- Open the CLAT 2027 online application portal.
- Create a new account or log in with existing credentials.
- Fill in personal, academic and contact details; upload required documents.
- Pay the applicable fee using credit/debit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the application and print the confirmation for future reference.
Important Dates
- Start of online registration & payment: 3 August 2026
- Last date for registration & payment: 31 October 2026
- Exam day: 6 December 2026
Key Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form | Apply Now |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Participating University List | View Universities |
| Official Website | Visit Site |
Exam Pattern and Syllabus Overview
The CLAT 2027 will be a 120‑question multiple‑choice test covering the following areas:
| Subject Area | No. of Questions (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| English Language | 22‑26 (≈20 %) |
| Current Affairs & General Knowledge | 28‑32 (≈25 %) |
| Legal Reasoning | 28‑32 (≈25 %) |
| Logical Reasoning | 22‑26 (≈20 %) |
| Quantitative Techniques | 10‑14 (≈10 %) |
For the PG level, the syllabus focuses on core law subjects such as Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, Administrative Law, Contract Law, Torts, Family Law, Criminal Law, Property Law, Company Law, International Law, Tax Law, Environmental Law and Labour & Industrial Law.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the online application start?
The application portal opens on 3 August 2026.
What is the last date to submit an application?
Applications must be submitted by 31 October 2026.
When will CLAT 2027 take place?
The exam is scheduled for 6 December 2026.