The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) has officially announced the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026-27 for admission to undergraduate (BA/LLB) and postgraduate (LLM) law programs. This is a significant opportunity for aspiring law students seeking admission to top National Law Universities across India. The online application process for CLAT 2026 will commence on August 03, 2026, and the deadline for submissions is October 31, 2026. Candidates are strongly advised to review the comprehensive details provided below before proceeding with their application.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Application Start Date |
03 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online |
31 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment |
31 October 2026 |
| CLAT 2026 Exam Date |
06 December 2026 |
| Admit Card Availability |
Before Exam |
| Result Declaration Date |
Will Be Updated Soon |
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee |
| General / OBC Category |
âš 4000/- |
| SC / ST Category |
âš 3500/- |
| Payment Mode |
Online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet |
Age Limit Criteria (as per CLAT Rules)
| Details |
Requirement |
| Minimum Age |
As per CLAT Rules (No specific minimum age mentioned) |
| Maximum Age |
Not Applicable (N/A) |
| Age Relaxation |
Refer to the official notification for any age relaxation details as per CLAT regulations. |
Eligibility Criteria
| Course |
Eligibility |
| BA/LLB (Undergraduate) |
- Passed 10+2 (Intermediate) examination from a recognized board in India.
- Minimum 45% aggregate marks for General category candidates.
- Minimum 40% aggregate marks for Reserved Category candidates.
- Both appearing and passed candidates are eligible.
|
| LLM (Postgraduate) |
- Passed LLB Degree from any recognized university in India.
- Minimum 55% aggregate marks for General category candidates.
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks for Reserved Category candidates.
- Both appearing and passed candidates are eligible.
|
How to Apply for CLAT 2026-27 Online Form
Candidates interested in applying for CLAT 2026-27 admissions must submit their applications online before the final deadline of October 31, 2026. The direct application link will be activated on August 03, 2026, and can be found in the "Important Links" section below. Alternatively, applicants can navigate to the official CLAT website to complete their registration. It is crucial to ensure all details are accurately filled and the application is submitted well before the closing date. Always refer to the official notification for complete instructions and guidelines before filling out the form.
Participating National Law Universities (NLUs)
The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) facilitates admissions into numerous esteemed National Law Universities across India. The participating NLUs for CLAT 2026-27 include:
- NLSIU Bengaluru
- NALSAR Hyderabad
- NLIU Bhopal
- WBNUJS Kolkata
- NLU Jodhpur
- HNLU Raipur
- GNLU Gandhinagar
- GNLU, Silvassa Campus Silvassa
- RMLNLU Lucknow
- RGNUL Punjab
- CNLU Patna
- NUALS Kochi
- NLUO Odisha
- NUSRL Ranchi
- NLUJA Assam
- DSNLU Visakhapatanam
- TNNLU Tiruchirappalli
- MNLU Mumbai
- MNLU Nagpur
- MNLU Aurangabad
- HPNLU Shimla
- DNLU Jabalpur
- DBRANLU Haryana
- NLUT AGARTALA
- RPNLUP Prayagraj
- IIULER Goa
Important Links
| Link Name |
Link |
| đ Apply Online |
Click Here (Link Activate on 03 August 2026) |
| đ Download Notification PDF |
Click Here |
| đ Official Website |
Click Here |
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