CLAT 2027: Exam on 6 December 2026, Applications Open Till 31 October
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The Consortium of NLUs will hold CLAT 2027 on Sunday 6 December 2026 from 2 pm to 4 pm. Online applications opened on 3 August and close on 31 October 2026.
At a glance
| Organisation | Consortium of National Law Universities |
|---|---|
| Last date | 31 October 2026 |
| Status | Open |
| Announcement | Press release dated 22 July 2026 |
| Duration | 2 hours |
Important dates
| Applications opened | 3 August 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply | 31 October 2026 |
| CLAT 2027 | Sunday 6 December 2026, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Details
CLAT is the common entrance test for undergraduate and postgraduate law programmes at the member National Law Universities and many other institutions that accept its score.
The Executive Committee and Governing Body decided the exam date at their meeting on 18 July 2026, and the press release followed on 22 July. The Consortium says the remaining details of the admission process will be announced later, so keep watching its website for the notification, the fee and the syllabus notes.
Always confirm the final details on the official Consortium website.
How to apply
- Open the Consortium of NLUs website and find the CLAT 2027 section.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in your personal and academic details and choose your preferences.
- Upload the documents and pay the fee online.
- Submit before 31 October 2026 and keep a copy of the form.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a published fee and syllabus yet?
Not in the press release. The Consortium says further details will be notified in due course, so read the full notification when it appears.
This post is a plain-language summary prepared by Pratiyogita Kosh from public information. We are not the conducting body. Please verify all dates, eligibility and fees on the official website before you apply.