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Last Updated on 09 Jul 2026
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The next CLAT exam in 2026 will be held on 6 December 2026. This exam will be called CLAT 2027 because the admissions through this exam will be for the 2027 academic session in National Law Universities. So, if you are in Class 12, a dropper, or planning your law entrance preparation early, CLAT 2027 is the next major exam you should prepare for.
Registration will begin in August 2026.
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CLAT Next Exam Date
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Next CLAT Exam | CLAT 2027 |
| Exam Year | 2026 |
| Admission Session | 2027 |
| CLAT 2027 Exam Date | 6 December 2026 |
| Day | Sunday |
| Expected Exam Time | 2 PM to 4 PM |
| Mode of Exam | Offline, pen-and-paper mode |
| Conducting Body | Consortium of National Law Universities |
| Official Website | Consortium of NLUs website |
CLAT 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Important Date |
|---|---|
| CLAT 2027 Notification | July 2026 |
| CLAT 2027 Registration Starts | 1 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply for CLAT 2027 | 31 October 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | October 2026 |
| CLAT 2027 Admit Card Release | November 2026 |
| CLAT 2027 Exam Date | 6 December 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | December 2026 |
| Objection Window | December 2026 |
| Final Answer Key | December 2026 |
| CLAT 2027 Result | December 2026 |
| CLAT 2027 Counselling | Starts December 2026 |
CLAT 2027 Exam Overview
CLAT 2027 will be conducted for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate law programs offered by participating National Law Universities. For most students, CLAT UG is the main exam for admission to 5-year integrated law courses like BA LLB, BBA LLB, BCom LLB, and BSc LLB.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Common Law Admission Test |
| Short Name | CLAT |
| Exam Session | CLAT 2027 |
| Conducting Body | Consortium of National Law Universities |
| Exam Level | National-level entrance exam |
| Courses Offered | UG and PG law programs |
| UG Courses | BA LLB, BBA LLB, BCom LLB, BSc LLB, etc. |
| PG Course | LLM |
| Mode of Exam | Offline |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Exam Duration | 2 hours |
| Medium | English |
| Purpose | Admission to participating NLUs and other law colleges accepting CLAT scores |
Who Can Apply for Next CLAT Exam?
Students applying for CLAT UG must have passed or be appearing in Class 12. Students applying for CLAT PG must have completed or be appearing in the final year of their LLB degree. Know the eligibility for CLAT:
| Course | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| CLAT UG | Candidate must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 or equivalent examination |
| Minimum Marks for General/OBC/PWD/NRI/PIO/OCI | 45% marks in Class 12 |
| Minimum Marks for SC/ST | 40% marks in Class 12 |
| CLAT PG | Candidate must have completed or be appearing in final year of LLB or equivalent law degree |
| Minimum Marks for General/OBC/PWD/NRI/PIO/OCI in CLAT PG | 50% marks in LLB |
| Minimum Marks for SC/ST in CLAT PG | 45% marks in LLB |
| CLAT Age Limit | No upper age limit |
CLAT 2027 Exam Pattern
CLAT UG is a 2-hour paper with 120 multiple-choice questions. The paper tests reading ability, reasoning, legal aptitude, current affairs, and basic quantitative skills. Check the CLAT exam pattern:
| Section | Expected Questions | Approx. Weightage |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 22–26 questions | 20% |
| Current Affairs including General Knowledge | 28–32 questions | 25% |
| Legal Reasoning | 28–32 questions | 25% |
| Logical Reasoning | 22–26 questions | 20% |
| Quantitative Techniques | 10–14 questions | 10% |
| Total | 120 questions | 100% |
| Marking Scheme | Details |
|---|---|
| Correct Answer | +1 mark |
| Wrong Answer | -0.25 mark |
| Unattempted Question | 0 mark |
| Total Marks | 120 marks |
| Duration | 120 minutes |
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