- CLAT 2027 — live updates
- CLAT 2027 exam date and application dates
- CLAT 2027 UG exam pattern and section wise weightage
- CLAT 2027 UG syllabus subject by subject
- CLAT 2027 PG syllabus and question paper format
- CLAT 2027 eligibility for UG and PG candidates
- How to check the CLAT 2027 exam pattern and plan your prep
- What to do if the CLAT 2027 brochure is not available
- Important Links
The CLAT 2027 Syllabus published by the Consortium of National Law Universities covers five subjects for the UG paper and a single comprehension-based law paper for PG, both of 120 marks in two hours with 0.25 negative marking. The exam is fixed for Sunday, 6 December 2026 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm, and applications close on 31 October 2026.
CLAT 2027 — live updates
22.08.2026: Checked the Consortium website. The application portal is open and the UG and PG syllabus, question paper format and eligibility pages for CLAT 2027 are all live. No change has been made to the 6 December exam date.
03.08.2026: The online application portal for CLAT 2027 became operational, and will stay open until 31 October 2026.
22.07.2026: The Consortium issued a press release confirming that its Executive Committee and Governing Body, meeting on 18 July 2026, decided CLAT 2027 will be held on Sunday, 6 December 2026 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
CLAT 2027 exam date and application dates
Three dates matter and all three are already fixed, which is unusual this early in the cycle.
| CLAT 2027 date question | Official position |
|---|---|
| When is the CLAT 2027 exam date | Sunday, 6 December 2026, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. |
| When did applications open | 3 August 2026, on the Consortium’s online application portal. |
| Last date to apply | 31 October 2026. |
| Which academic year does it feed | Admissions to 5-year integrated LL.B. and 1-year LL.M. programmes commencing in the academic year 2027-2028. |
| How many universities accept it | 26 National Law Universities, along with several affiliate universities and organisations that use CLAT for admissions and recruitment. |
CLAT 2027 UG exam pattern and section wise weightage
The UG paper is deliberately a test of aptitude rather than of prior legal knowledge, and the section weightage tells you where the marks actually sit.
| UG paper question | Consortium’s prescribed format |
|---|---|
| Total marks and duration | 120 marks, 2 hours. |
| Number of multiple choice questions | 120 questions of one mark each. |
| Negative marking per wrong answer | 0.25 mark. |
| Current Affairs including General Knowledge | 28 to 32 questions, roughly 25 per cent of the paper. |
| Legal Reasoning weightage | 28 to 32 questions, roughly 25 per cent of the paper. |
| English Language weightage | 22 to 26 questions, roughly 20 per cent of the paper. |
| Logical Reasoning weightage | 22 to 26 questions, roughly 20 per cent of the paper. |
| Quantitative Techniques weightage | 10 to 14 questions, roughly 10 per cent of the paper. |
CLAT 2027 UG syllabus subject by subject
Every UG section is built around a passage of roughly 450 words, so reading speed is the common thread running through the whole paper.
| UG subject | What the Consortium says you must be able to do |
|---|---|
| English Language | Passages of about 450 words from contemporary or historically significant fiction and non-fiction, readable by a 12th standard student in 5 to 7 minutes. Comprehend the main point, draw inferences, summarise, compare viewpoints and understand words in context. |
| Current Affairs and General Knowledge | Passages up to 450 words from news and journalistic sources. Awareness of contemporary events from India and the world, arts and culture, international affairs and historical events of continuing significance. No legal knowledge beyond the passage is needed. |
| Legal Reasoning | Passages of around 450 words on legal matters, public policy questions or moral philosophical enquiries. Identify and infer rules and principles, apply them to fact situations, and see how changes to a rule alter its application. No prior law knowledge required. |
| Logical Reasoning | Short passages of about 450 words. Recognise arguments, premises and conclusions, critically analyse reasoning patterns, judge how conclusions strengthen or weaken with altered premises, draw analogies and identify contradictions. |
| Quantitative Techniques | Short sets of facts, propositions or textual representations of numerical information. Derive, infer and manipulate the data and apply 10th standard mathematics including ratios and proportions, basic algebra, mensuration and statistical estimation. |
CLAT 2027 PG syllabus and question paper format
The PG paper was restructured into a single section and now rests almost entirely on comprehension of primary legal material rather than recall.
| PG paper question | Consortium’s prescribed format |
|---|---|
| Structure of the PG-CLAT 2027 | One section only, 120 objective questions of one mark each, in 120 minutes, with 0.25 negative marking. |
| What the PG syllabus covers | The mandatory subjects of the undergraduate law programme: Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, Administrative Law, Law of Contract, Torts, Family Law, Criminal Law, Property Law, Company Law, Public International Law, Tax Law, Environmental Law, and Labour and Industrial Law. |
| What the passages are drawn from | Extracts from primary legal materials such as important court decisions, statutes or regulations. |
| What each question tests | Ability to read and comprehend the issues and arguments in the passage, awareness of related legal issues and facts, ability to summarise, and ability to apply knowledge of the field of law discussed. |
| Is rote learning enough | No. The Consortium states the PG paper carries an emphasis on the comprehension abilities of students. |
CLAT 2027 eligibility for UG and PG candidates
There is no upper age limit on either paper, and candidates still sitting their qualifying exam can apply.
| Eligibility question | Consortium’s requirement |
|---|---|
| Is there an upper age limit | No upper age limit for either the UG or the PG programme. |
| UG minimum marks | 45 per cent in 10+2 or equivalent, relaxed to 40 per cent for SC, ST and PwD candidates. |
| PG minimum marks | 50 per cent in the LL.B. degree or equivalent, relaxed to 45 per cent for SC, ST and PwD candidates. |
| Can appearing candidates apply | Yes. UG candidates appearing in March or April 2027 and PG candidates appearing in 2027 may apply. |
| What appearing candidates must produce | Evidence of passing the qualifying examination at the time of admission, failing which they lose the right to be considered. |
How to check the CLAT 2027 exam pattern and plan your prep
The structure itself suggests the study plan, because four of the five UG sections are passage driven and share one underlying skill.
- Build reading speed first, since English, Current Affairs, Legal Reasoning and Logical Reasoning all run on 450-word passages.
- Read newspapers for contemporary events, arts and culture and international affairs, rather than memorising static general knowledge.
- Practise applying stated rules to new fact situations instead of learning sections of law, because Legal Reasoning needs no prior legal knowledge.
- Revise only 10th standard mathematics for Quantitative Techniques, focusing on ratios, basic algebra, mensuration and statistical estimation.
- Factor the 0.25 negative marking into your attempt strategy, since blind guessing costs marks on a 120-question paper.
What to do if the CLAT 2027 brochure is not available
Some details candidates look for at this stage genuinely have not been notified, and the press release said as much.
| What you are looking for | Current position as on 22.08.2026 |
|---|---|
| Detailed admission process is not available | The Consortium’s press release states further details regarding the admission process and CLAT 2027 shall be notified in due course. |
| The admit card date is not announced | No admit card schedule has been published. The exam itself is on 06.12.2026. |
| You cannot log in with your CLAT 2026 account | CLAT 2027 uses a separate registration. The Consortium keeps the CLAT 2026 login on a separate portal for last year’s candidates. |
| The syllabus looks different from a coaching PDF | Use the Consortium’s own UG and PG syllabus pages, linked below. They are the authoritative source for this cycle. |
| You need help with the application | The Consortium lists clat@consortiumofnlus.ac.in and 08047162020, working 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on working days. |
Important Links
| What you need | Direct link |
|---|---|
| CLAT 2027 registration and application portal | Apply online for CLAT 2027 |
| Official CLAT 2027 UG syllabus page | UG syllabus and guide |
| Official CLAT 2027 PG syllabus page | PG syllabus and guide |
| Download CLAT 2027 Press Release PDF | Press release dated 22.07.2026 |
| Bar Council of India, which approves law programmes | barcouncilofindia.org |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CLAT 2027 exam date?
Sunday, 6 December 2026, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The Consortium's Executive Committee and Governing Body decided this at their meetings on 18 July 2026 and announced it in a press release dated 22 July 2026.
What is the last date to apply for CLAT 2027?
31 October 2026. The online application portal became operational on 3 August 2026.
How many questions are there in the CLAT 2027 UG paper?
120 multiple choice questions of one mark each, to be attempted in 2 hours, with 0.25 mark deducted for every wrong answer.
What is the section wise weightage in CLAT UG 2027?
Current Affairs including General Knowledge 28 to 32 questions and Legal Reasoning 28 to 32 questions, each roughly 25 per cent; English Language 22 to 26 and Logical Reasoning 22 to 26 questions, each roughly 20 per cent; and Quantitative Techniques 10 to 14 questions, roughly 10 per cent.
Is there negative marking in CLAT 2027?
Yes. 0.25 mark is deducted for each wrong answer in both the UG and the PG paper.
Do I need prior knowledge of law for CLAT UG?
No. The Consortium states the UG paper tests comprehension and reasoning skills rather than prior knowledge. Legal Reasoning explicitly requires no prior law knowledge, although general awareness of contemporary legal and moral issues helps.
What is the CLAT 2027 PG syllabus?
The mandatory subjects of the undergraduate law programme: Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, Administrative Law, Law of Contract, Torts, Family Law, Criminal Law, Property Law, Company Law, Public International Law, Tax Law, Environmental Law, and Labour and Industrial Law.
How many sections does the CLAT PG 2027 paper have?
One section, containing 120 objective questions of one mark each, to be attempted in 120 minutes with 0.25 negative marking.
Is there an upper age limit for CLAT 2027?
No. There is no upper age limit for candidates appearing for either the UG or the PG programme.
What marks do I need to be eligible for CLAT UG 2027?
45 per cent of marks or equivalent grade in 10+2 or an equivalent examination, relaxed to 40 per cent for candidates belonging to SC, ST and PwD categories.
Can I apply for CLAT 2027 if I am still in Class 12?
Yes. Candidates appearing for the qualifying examination in March or April 2027 are eligible to apply, but must produce evidence of passing at the time of admission or lose the right to be considered.
How many universities accept CLAT 2027?
26 National Law Universities, and several affiliate universities and organisations also use the CLAT exam for admissions and recruitment respectively.