CLAT Registration 2027 — Step-by-Step Guide, Documents & Deadlines

• —Navigate to consortiumofnlus.ac.in and locate the CLAT 2027 registration link
• —Click "New Registration" and enter your full name exactly as it appears on your Class 10 certificate
• —Provide a valid, active email address — this will be your primary communication channel for all official updates
• —Enter a mobile number you will have uninterrupted access to throughout the cycle
• —Set a strong password and record it securely — account recovery can be slow
• —Verify your email address via the OTP or link sent to your inbox
• —Note your application number/registration ID immediately after account creation

• —Log in with your registered credentials and proceed to the application form
• —Enter personal details: full name, date of birth, gender, nationality, category (General/SC/ST/OBC/PwD/EWS)
• —Enter contact details: permanent address, correspondence address, pin code
• —Select your academic details: board, year of passing/appearing, Class 12 percentage or expected percentage
• —Choose your programme: CLAT UG, CLAT PG, or both (if eligible for both)
• —Select exam centre preferences — typically you choose up to 3 cities in order of preference
• —Declare NRI status if applicable — NRI candidates select the NRI or NRI-sponsored category here
• —Review every field carefully before saving — some fields cannot be edited after submission

• —Upload your passport-size photograph: recent, white background, face occupying 70–80% of the frame, JPG format, typically 10–200 KB and specified pixel dimensions (check notification for exact specs)
• —Upload your signature: on plain white paper with a black or dark blue pen, JPG format, within specified dimensions
• —Upload a valid government-issued photo ID: Aadhaar card, passport, or PAN card (JPG or PDF)
• —Upload your Class 10 marksheet or passing certificate as proof of date of birth
• —Upload your Class 12 marksheet (if results are declared) or admit card (if appearing)
• —SC/ST candidates: upload caste certificate issued by competent authority
• —OBC (non-creamy layer) candidates: upload valid OBC-NCL certificate
• —PwD candidates: upload disability certificate from a recognised medical authority
• —EWS candidates: upload income and asset certificate for the EWS category
• —All uploads must meet the exact file format, size, and dimension requirements stated in the notification

• —General / OBC / EWS candidates: ₹4,000
• —SC / ST / PwD / BPL candidates: ₹3,500
• —Payment modes accepted: debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI
• —Complete payment in a single session where possible — interrupted sessions can cause duplicate debits
• —Download and save the payment confirmation receipt with the transaction reference number
• —The portal will generate your completed application form as a PDF after successful payment — download and retain it

• —After payment, your application is formally submitted — check for a confirmation screen and email
• —Log back in to verify your application status shows as "Submitted" or "Confirmed"
• —Download the final application PDF and store it securely (both digitally and as a physical print)
• —Keep a note of your application number — you will need it for admit card download, result checking, and counselling
• —Monitor your registered email for any communication from the Consortium regarding document deficiencies or corrections required

• ✓Photograph replacement
• ✓Signature replacement
• ✓Exam centre preference change (subject to availability)
• ✓Minor corrections to address fields
• ✓Document re-uploads (where deficiency is flagged)

• ✗Change of name
• ✗Change of date of birth
• ✗Change of category (General to reserved or vice versa)
• ✗Change of programme (UG to PG)
• ✗Change of nationality or NRI status

If the name in your CLAT application does not match the name on your Aadhaar card or Class 10 certificate exactly — including spelling differences, initials vs full names, or presence/absence of middle names — you may be denied entry at the exam centre or face cancellation at counselling. Use your Class 10 name as the reference standard and match it precisely across all fields.

Registering under a reserved category without valid supporting documentation, or registering as General when you are entitled to a reserved category (thereby missing fee concessions and lower cutoffs), are both costly errors. Category can generally not be changed after the correction window. Verify your category carefully and ensure your certificate is valid, current, and in the correct format before selecting it.

A photograph that does not meet the stated specifications — incorrect dimensions, coloured background, sunglasses, headwear (except religious requirements), or visible hands holding the photo — will cause your application to be flagged or rejected. Prepare a fresh, compliant photograph specifically for this application, not a repurposed image from another exam or ID.

Some candidates initiate payment but do not complete it — due to network interruptions, session timeouts, or banking errors — and assume the application is submitted. An application without confirmed payment is not a valid registration. Always verify your application status shows "Payment Confirmed" or "Registration Complete" after the payment step.

All official Consortium communication — registration confirmation, document deficiency notices, admit card availability, result links — is sent to your registered email. If you use an address you check infrequently, or one that aggressively filters automated emails, you will miss time-critical communications. Use a reliable, regularly monitored email address.

Blurry, skewed, or low-contrast scans of certificates and marksheets are rejected. Scan documents on a flat surface in good lighting, at 300 DPI minimum. If you do not have a scanner, use a document-scanning app (Adobe Scan, Microsoft Lens) which significantly outperforms standard phone camera photos.

Same Consortium portal at consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Select the NRI or NRI-sponsored category explicitly during form filling.

NRI candidates are subject to a higher registration fee as specified in the official notification. The fee is paid in INR through the same payment gateway.

NRI candidates compete for the NRI quota seats at each NLU, which are separate from the general merit list. NRI quota seats are limited (typically 1–2 per NLU per programme) and allocated on the basis of NRI merit rank.

In addition to standard documents, NRI candidates must upload a valid passport clearly showing NRI/OCI status, and (for NRI-sponsored candidates) a sponsorship declaration from the NRI sponsor with proof of their NRI status.

The academic eligibility criteria (Class 12 with minimum percentage) apply identically to NRI/OCI candidates. The difference is purely in seat allocation and fee structure.

NRI candidates participate in a separate counselling process for NRI seats. If an NRI candidate also qualifies on the general merit list, they may be eligible to convert to a general seat subject to Consortium rules.

CLAT 2027 registration is expected to open in July 2026, following the release of the official notification on consortiumofnlus.ac.in. The Consortium has opened registration in July for the past several cycles. The exact date will be confirmed in the official notification — aspirants should monitor the website from the first week of July 2026.

Yes. Candidates who are eligible for both CLAT UG (appearing in or having cleared Class 12) and CLAT PG (holding an LLB or BA LLB degree) may register for both programmes in a single application cycle. The application form has separate sections for UG and PG preferences. The registration fee is charged per programme.

Centre change requests are generally not permitted after the form correction window closes. During the correction window, centre changes may be possible subject to availability. In exceptional circumstances (medical emergency, relocation), the Consortium may consider requests individually — but this is entirely at their discretion and there is no guaranteed provision for it.

If your payment fails, log back into the portal and attempt payment again before the deadline. The Consortium portal typically retains your application data even if payment fails. If the failed payment results in an inadvertent deduction from your account, the amount is usually reversed within 7–10 working days. Keep your payment confirmation reference number as proof.

No. The CLAT registration fee is non-refundable under any circumstances, including if you fail to appear for the exam, withdraw your application, or are found ineligible during document verification. Pay the fee only after confirming your eligibility in full.

Yes. NRI and NRI-sponsored candidates register through the same Consortium portal at consortiumofnlus.ac.in. However, NRI candidates are subject to a different fee structure (typically higher than domestic candidates) and are allocated seats from the NRI quota, which is separate from the general merit list. The registration form includes a specific NRI category option.

At the time of registration you must upload: a recent passport-size photograph (white background, specified dimensions), a scanned signature, a valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar card, passport, or PAN card), and your Class 10 or 12 marksheet or passing certificate. Reserved category candidates must additionally upload their caste or disability certificate. All documents must be in JPG or PDF format within the specified file size limits.

After completing registration and fee payment, you will receive a confirmation email with your application number. Your application is then reviewed by the Consortium. If there are issues with your uploaded documents, you may be notified during the form correction window. Approximately 2–3 weeks before the exam, you can log in to download your admit card. All status updates are communicated via the email address used at registration.