The Consortium of National Law Universities (CNLU) is expected to release the official CLAT 2027 Notification soon on its official website consortiumofnlus.ac.in. The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is the gateway for admission to 5-year Integrated LLB and LLM programmes offered by 24 National Law Universities (NLUs) and other participating institutions across India.
Expected Key Highlights for CLAT 2027
- Notification Release: Likely in July–August 2026 (tentative, based on previous trends).
- Registration Start: Expected in August 2026.
- Exam Date: Most likely in December 2026 (first week) or early 2027.
- Mode of Exam: Pen-and-Paper (Offline) mode.
- Participating Institutes: 24 NLUs + other private universities.
Candidates are advised to regularly visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in for the latest official updates.
CLAT 2027 Exam Pattern (Expected)
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Total Questions: 120 (for UG)
- Subjects: English Language, Current Affairs including GK, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Techniques (Mathematics).
- Marking Scheme: +1 for correct answer, -0.25 for incorrect answer.
The pattern is expected to remain similar to CLAT 2026 with a focus on comprehension and application-based questions.
How to Download CLAT 2027 Notification PDF (When Released)
- Visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
- Click on the “CLAT 2027 Notification” or “Download Brochure” link.
- The PDF will open — download and save it for future reference.
The notification will contain complete details on eligibility, important dates, application fees, and reservation policies.
CLAT 2027 Notification Live: Get Notification PDF, Registration, Exam Date & Pattern with FAQs FAQs
How many NLUs participate in CLAT 2027?
A total of 24 National Law Universities participate through CLAT.
When will the CLAT 2027 Notification be released?
The official notification is expected in July–August 2026 on consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
What is the exam mode for CLAT 2027?
CLAT is conducted in offline (Pen & Paper) mode.
How many questions will be there in CLAT 2027 UG exam?
The expected number of questions is 120.
Is there negative marking in CLAT 2027?
Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.
What is the official website for CLAT 2027 registration?
The registration portal is consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
Can I appear for CLAT 2027 while in Class 12?
Yes, appearing candidates can apply, but they must submit proof of passing Class 12 at the time of admission.
Is there any age limit for CLAT 2027?
There is no upper age limit for appearing in CLAT 2027.
What is the application fee for CLAT 2027?
The fee is expected to be around ₹4,000 for General/OBC and ₹3,500 for SC/ST categories (tentative).
What is the eligibility criteria for CLAT 2027 UG programme?
Candidates must have passed Class 12 with a minimum 45% marks (40% for SC/ST categories).