The CLAT 2027 notification is expected to be released soon by the Consortium of National Law Universities. The exam is to be held on 6 December 2026 in pen and paper mode offline for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate law programmes. The registration forms will likely start from 1 August 2026. Candidates planning to appear for the test must check the official syllabus and eligibility criteria by visiting the official website at consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Scroll though the page to stay updated regarding the important dates, eligibility criteria, syllabus and exam pattern on this page.
CLAT Overview
Candidates must refer to the overview table given below to check the key details of CLAT examination including the conducting body, official website, and important dates so they do not miss out any important information.
CLAT Exam Overview | |
Exam Name | Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) |
Conducting Body | Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) |
Official Website | consortiumofnlus.ac.in |
Exam Date | December 2026 (First Sunday/First Week) |
Registration Start | July–August 2026 |
Registration End | October–November 2026 |
Admit Card Release | Late November 2026 |
Result Declaration | December 2026 / January 2027 |
Helpline Email | clat@consortiumofnlus.ac.in |
Helpline Phone | 08047162020 (operational from 10 AM to 5 PM) |
CLAT Exam Dates 2027
All the LAW aspirants must check the dates given in the table below to stay informed about the important events related to CLAT and mark them on their calendar accordingly.
| CLAT Exam Dates 2027 | |
| Event | Dates (tentative) |
| Notification Release | 20 July 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 1 August 2026 |
| Application End Date | 31 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | 6 December 2026 |
| Result Date | 3rd Week of December 2026 |
| Counselling Starts | Last Week of December 2026 |
How to Apply for CLAT 2027?
Candidates must follow the steps given below to apply for the upcoming Law exams hassle free.
- Visit the CLAT official website, consortiumofnlus.ac.in
- Register and create a login ID.
- Fill the application form by entering your personal, academic, and contact details.
- Upload scanned documents/photo, signature, and other required certificates) in jpg/PDF format
- Pay the application fee online using net banking /UPI/debit/credit card
- Submit the application and download the confirmation page and keep it for future reference.
CLAT Eligibility Criteria 2027
All the CLAT aspirants must first confirm the eligibility criteria as set by the NLU before applying for the CLAT exam to avoid any issues during the admission process. Check the eligibility criteria table given below.
| CLAT 2027 Eligibility Criteria | ||
| Eligibility Parameter | CLAT UG – BA LL.B. (Hons) | CLAT UG – BA LL.B. (Hons) |
| Qualifying Examination | 10+2 or equivalent | LL.B. degree or equivalent |
| Minimum Marks (General / OBC / PWD / EWS) | 45% marks or equivalent grade | 50% marks or equivalent grade |
| Minimum Marks (SC / ST) | 45% marks or equivalent grade | 45% marks or equivalent grade |
| Appearing Candidates | Class 12 appearing candidates (March/April 2026) eligible | LL.B. appearing candidates (March/April 2026) eligible |
| Proof of Qualification | Final marksheet & certificate to be submitted by 30 Sept 2026 | Final marksheet & certificate to be submitted by 30 Sept 2026 |
| Age Limit | No upper age limit | No upper age limit |
| International Students | Eligible via NLSAT-International (supernumerary seats) | Eligible via NLSAT-International (supernumerary seats) |
CLAT 2027 Exam Pattern
Candidates must know the paper pattern of CLAT 2027 to know the total question asked, marking scheme, exam duration and exam subjects.
| CLAT Exam Pattern 2027 | ||
| Particulars | Paper Pattern for CUET UG | Paper Pattern for CLAT PG |
| Duration of Exam | 2 hours | 2 hours |
| Question Type | Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) | Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Total Marks | 120 | 120 |
| Total Questions | 120 questions (1 mark each) | 120 questions (1 mark each) |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 mark deducted for each wrong answer | 0.25 mark deducted for each wrong answer |
| Focus of Exam | Comprehension, reasoning, and basic maths | In-depth legal knowledge and understanding |
CLAT UG Syllabus 2027
The syllabus for CLAT UG is designed to test a students understanding, thinking and problem solving skills rather than memorizing facts. The exam checks the basic ability needed for studying law through passage based multiple choice questions in a 2 hour exam consisting of 120 questions. Check the table below to know complete lists of topics for UG syllabus.
CLAT UG Syllabus | |
Name of Subjects | Key Topics |
English Language | Reading comprehension (450-word passages), inference, word meanings, and grammar in context. |
Current Affairs & GK | Contemporary national/international events, Arts & Culture, International affairs, and significant historical events. |
Legal Reasoning | Application of legal rules and principles to fact-based situations; analysis of public policy and moral philosophy. |
Logical Reasoning | Argument analysis, identifying premises/conclusions, critical reasoning, and pattern recognition. |
Quantitative Techniques | Data Interpretation (DI) using graphs, charts, and tables; 10th-standard arithmetic, ratios, and percentages. |
CLAT PG Syllabus 2027
All the master of law aspirants (LLM) need to prepare for CUET PG as per the syllabus designed by the NLU the important topics are given the the table below candidates can check and start preparing for the entrance.
| CLAT 2027 PG Syllabus | |
| Subject Name | List of Topics |
| Constitutional Law | Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP), Constitutional Amendments, Separation of Powers, Landmark Judgments, Union–State Relations |
| Jurisprudence | Schools of Law, Concepts of Rights and Duties, Justice, Legal Personality, Theories of Punishment |
| Law of Contract | General Principles, Remedies for Breach, Specific Contracts |
| Law of Torts | Basic Principles, General Defences, Strict Liability |
| Criminal Law | Indian Penal Code (IPC) fundamentals, Types of Offences |
| Family Law | Basics of Hindu and Muslim Law, Succession, Maintenance |
| Property Law | Transfer of Property Act, Easements, Introduction to Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) |
| Company Law | Basic Concepts, Corporate Governance |
| Public International Law | Sources of International Law, State Jurisdiction, Treaties, International Court of Justice (ICJ) |
| Environmental Law | Environment Protection Act, 1986, Polluter Pays Principle, Sustainable Development |
| Labour & Industrial Law | Labour Codes (2020), Industrial Disputes Act |
| Tax Law | Direct and Indirect Taxes, Goods and Services Tax (GST), Constitutional Provisions |
