New Delhi, August 3, 2026: The registration process for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2027 has officially commenced today, opening the gateway for thousands of law aspirants seeking admission to prestigious National Law Universities (NLUs) and several affiliated institutions across India.
Conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities, CLAT is one of India's most competitive law entrance examinations. The examination serves as the primary admission route for five-year integrated undergraduate law programmes (BA LLB, BBA LLB, BCom LLB, BSc LLB, and BSW LLB) as well as postgraduate (LLM) programmes offered by participating NLUs.
Candidates are advised to complete their registration well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues and ensure a smooth application process.
What is CLAT?
The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is a national level entrance test held annually by the Consortium of NLUs. The CLAT exam is one of the most coveted entrance tests taken by students who wish to pursue higher education in law.
Not only the National Law Universities but also several private universities, state universities, and affiliated colleges accept scores in the CLAT test.
Registration for CLAT 2027 Opens
The online registration process is currently underway at the CLAT admission portal. Candidates interested in registering for the test must first create a user account with a valid email address and mobile number.
Courses Offered Through CLAT 2027
Candidates can seek admission to various programmes, including:
Undergraduate Programmes
- BA LLB (Hons.)
- BBA LLB (Hons.)
- BCom LLB (Hons.)
- BSc LLB (Hons.)
- BSW LLB (Hons.)
Postgraduate Programme
- LLM
Several universities also utilize CLAT scores for admissions to their law programmes outside the NLU system.
CLAT 2027 Eligibility Criteria
UG Courses Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the following criteria:
• Successfully passed the Class 12 or equivalent exam from an authorized board.
• Candidates who are appearing in their Class 12 or equivalent exam can also apply, provided that they fulfill the eligibility criteria at the time of admission.
PG Courses Eligibility Criteria
Candidates should fulfill the following criteria:
• LLB Degree or equivalent from a recognized university.
• Final year law students can also apply according to the eligibility criteria.
How to Apply for CLAT 2027
The process of filling the application form can be done online by the candidates through the following procedure:
1. Log onto the CLAT registration website.
2. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
3. Validate the registration details.
4. Supply personal and academic details.
5. Upload the necessary documents.
6. Specify examination preferences, if applicable.
7. Make payment of the application fee online.
8. Submit the application form and print the confirmation slip.
The candidates should keep a copy of the confirmation slip for future purposes.
Documents Required
Students must keep the following documents handy:
• Passport Size Photograph
• Signature
• Class 10 certificate
• Class 12 marksheet (UG students)
• Graduation/LLB certificates (PG students)
• Category Certificate (if any)
• PWD Certificate (if any)
• Valid identification document
Exam Pattern of CLAT 2027
The UG exam will likely test the candidates in topics such as:
• English Language
• General Knowledge and Current Affairs
• Legal Reasoning
• Logical Reasoning
• Quantitative Techniques
The PG paper concentrates on topics like constitutional law, jurisprudence, legal reasoning, etc.
Students should make sure that they regularly refer to the official notifications for syllabus and pattern of examination.
Participating National Law Universities
CLAT scores are accepted by leading National Law Universities across India, including institutions located in:
- Bengaluru
- Hyderabad
- Kolkata
- Jodhpur
- Bhopal
- Gandhinagar
- Raipur
- Ranchi
- Patiala
- Kochi
- Cuttack
- Guwahati
- Visakhapatnam
- Tiruchirappalli
- Sonipat
- Silvassa
- Agartala
Apart from NLUs, several reputed private law schools also accept CLAT scores.
Why CLAT is Important
A high CLAT score allows one to get admission to:
• The best National Law Universities in India
• Good legal education
• Better internships
• Better placements in top-notch law firms
• Preparation for judicial services
• A career in corporate law
• Litigation and legal consultancy
• Preparation for civil services
Graduates from NLUs are often hired by top corporations, MNCs, law firms, consulting firms, and government organizations.
Preparation Tips for CLAT 2027
Aspirants are advised to:
• Read newspapers daily.
• Work on comprehension passages.
• Enhance their legal reasoning skills.
• Solve question papers of past years.
• Take mock tests.
• Become fast and accurate.
• Prepare on current affairs constantly.
Continuous preparation over months will definitely help one score better in the test.
Important Advice for Candidates
It is advisable to avoid the last possible date for registration, since there might be congestion on the registration website, which could affect payments and registrations. Another point to consider is ensuring that all documents provided by the applicants are legible, true to facts, and are in the prescribed format.
Finally, applicants should also keep checking the CLAT official website for any information on examinations and admissions.
