CLAT PG 2027
Consortium of National Law Universities
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Overview
CLAT PG is the postgraduate paper of the Common Law Admission Test, conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities for LL.M. admissions; the 2027 paper is on 6 December 2026 and applications close on 31 October 2026. The Consortium names the test by admission year, so the current cycle is CLAT 2027, which its FAQs describe as covering admissions to the 5-year integrated LL.B. and LL.M. programmes that start in 2027-28. The PG instructions page refers to 26 NLUs, and the affiliates page lists NTPC Limited as a public sector unit that has signed an MoU to use CLAT 2027 scores. The undergraduate paper is covered on the separate CLAT 2027 page.
CLAT PG at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | Consortium of National Law Universities |
| Level | Postgraduate (LL.M. programmes) |
| Purpose | LL.M. admission at participating NLUs for 2027-28; scores also used by NTPC Limited under an MoU |
| Mode | Offline test at test centres; applications online only |
| Sittings | One sitting for the 2027 cycle, on 6 December 2026 |
| Duration | 2 hours, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (2:00 PM to 4:40 PM for PwD candidates), subject to revision |
| Questions and marks | 120 objective questions of 1 mark each, 120 marks; 0.25 mark deducted for each wrong answer |
| Application fee | Rs 4,000 for General, OBC and NRI; Rs 3,500 for SC, ST, BPL and PwD. Previous years' question papers cost Rs 500 extra |
| Eligibility | LL.B. or equivalent with 50% marks (45% for SC, ST, PwD); no upper age limit |
| Official website | consortiumofnlus.ac.in |
Important dates (CLAT PG 2027)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications open | 3 August 2026 |
| Last date to submit application and fee | 31 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Admit card | Not announced yet (to be intimated on the website) |
| Exam | 6 December 2026 (Sunday), 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, subject to revision |
| Answer key | Not announced yet |
| Result | Not announced yet |
| Counselling | December 2026 or January 2027, as stated in the FAQs |
Participating universities and tie-breaker
The participating-universities page lists 27 institutions and campuses, each with a link to its e-brochure; intake, reservation, fees and courses are in those brochures. NRI and NRI-sponsored seats are handled by the NLUs directly, and the Consortium does not allot them. If candidates have equal marks, the tie is broken first by higher age and then by a computerised draw of lots.
Sources: CLAT 2027 press release, 22 July 2026, CLAT 2027 PG instructions, PG eligibility, PG question paper format, Guide to PG-CLAT 2027, FAQs, participating universities and affiliates. Checked on 5 October 2026.
Conducting Body
Consortium of National Law Universities
Category
Law
Level
National
Important Dates
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Application opens | Over | |
| Application closes | 25 days to go | |
| Exam date | 61 days to go |
Eligibility Criteria
The CLAT 2027 PG eligibility page and instructions set the following conditions.
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Qualifying degree | LL.B. degree or an equivalent examination |
| Minimum marks | 50% marks or equivalent grade; 45% for candidates in the SC, ST or PwD categories |
| Appearing candidates | Candidates appearing for the qualifying examination in 2027 can apply, but must produce proof of passing at the time of admission, failing which they lose the right to be considered |
| Age limit | No upper age limit |
| Nationality | Indian nationals, NRIs, PIO card holders and OCI card holders can appear; foreign nationals are not eligible |
| NRI and NRI-sponsored seats | Candidates approach the NLU concerned directly; the Consortium does not allot seats in these categories |
- To claim reservation, candidates must produce the certificates prescribed by the Government of India or the State Government, as required by the NLU, at the time of admission.
- Candidates without a reservation certificate at the time of applying can still apply and submit it at admission; otherwise they are ineligible for the course applied for (FAQs).
Source: CLAT 2027 PG eligibility, PG instructions and FAQs (CLAT 2027 cycle).
Exam Pattern
The PG paper tests legal comprehension on the mandatory subjects of the undergraduate LL.B. programme.
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Objective section (passage-based multiple-choice questions) | 120 | 120 |
| Total | 120 | 120 |
- Mode and duration: offline test of 120 minutes, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM on 6 December 2026 (2:00 PM to 4:40 PM for PwD candidates).
- Marking: 1 mark for each correct answer; 0.25 mark deducted for each wrong answer.
- Question type: extracts from primary legal materials such as court decisions, statutes or regulations, each followed by questions on comprehension, awareness of the related legal issues, summarising the passage and applying knowledge of the field of law.
- Descriptive section: the guide to PG-CLAT 2027 says there will be no descriptive section, but the question paper format page still lists two essays of 25 marks each (800 words), evaluated only for candidates scoring 40% (35% for SC, ST, PwD) in the objective section. The two official pages conflict, so the final notification should settle it.
- Tie-breaker: higher age, then a computerised draw of lots.
Source: PG question paper format, Guide to PG-CLAT 2027 and PG instructions (CLAT 2027 cycle).
Syllabus
Objective section
Passage-based questions on the mandatory subjects of the undergraduate LL.B. 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
- Labour and Industrial Law
Skills tested in each passage
- Reading and comprehending the issues, arguments and viewpoints in the passage
- Awareness of the legal issues and facts arising from the passage and the judgment or statute it is taken from
- Summarising the passage
- Applying knowledge of the fields of law discussed in the passage
Source: Guide to PG-CLAT 2027 and PG question paper format (CLAT 2027 cycle).
How to Apply for CLAT PG 2027
- Register on the CLAT 2027 website with a personal mobile number and e-mail ID; an OTP validates the mobile number.
- Log in with the mobile number and the password set at registration, and choose the PG programme. Once the form is submitted and paid, the programme, category and BPL field cannot be changed.
- Fill in the form carefully: the names of the candidate and parents must be spelt as in the certificates, mark sheets and identity proof.
- Upload the documents in PDF format and pay the fee online.
- Submit the completed form on or before 31 October 2026, 11:59 PM. If more than one form is filed, only the last one is considered and earlier fees are not refunded.
- Download the admit card by logging in; the date it becomes available will be announced on the website.
| Category | Application fee |
|---|---|
| General, OBC, NRI | Rs 4,000 |
| SC, ST, BPL, PwD | Rs 3,500 |
| Previous years' question papers (optional) | Rs 500 extra |
- Front-facing recent passport size photograph with a plain background
- Signature of the candidate
- Category certificate for SC, ST or OBC candidates
- PwD certificate from the competent authority, if applying under PwD
- BPL certificate from the competent authority, if applying under BPL
Fees are paid online only, bank transaction charges are borne by the candidate, and the fee is non-refundable and non-adjustable. Originals are submitted to the allotted university at admission. Source: CLAT 2027 PG instructions (CLAT 2027 cycle).
Apply online on the official portal: https://consortiumofnlus.ac.in/clat-2027
Frequently Asked Questions
When is CLAT PG 2027?
CLAT PG 2027 is scheduled for 6 December 2026.
When can I apply for CLAT PG 2027?
Applications open on 3 August 2026 and close on 31 October 2026.
Who conducts CLAT PG 2027?
CLAT PG 2027 is conducted by Consortium of National Law Universities.
What is the eligibility for CLAT PG 2027?
The CLAT 2027 PG eligibility page and instructions set the following conditions. Criterion Requirement Qualifying degree LL.B. degree or an equivalent examination Minimum marks 50% marks or equivalent grade; 45% for candidates in the SC, ST or PwD categories Appearing candidates Candidates appearing for the qualifying examination in 2027 can apply, but must produce proof of passing at the time of admission, failing which they lose the right to be considered Age limit No upper age limit…
What is the exam pattern of CLAT PG 2027?
The PG paper tests legal comprehension on the mandatory subjects of the undergraduate LL.B. programme. Section Questions Marks Objective section (passage-based multiple-choice questions) 120 120 Total 120 120 Mode and duration: offline test of 120 minutes, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM on 6 December 2026 (2:00 PM to 4:40 PM for PwD candidates). Marking: 1 mark for each correct answer; 0.25 mark deducted for each wrong answer. Question type: extracts from primary legal materials such as court decisions…
What is the syllabus of CLAT PG 2027?
Objective section Passage-based questions on the mandatory subjects of the undergraduate LL.B. 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 Labour and Industrial Law Skills tested in each passage Reading and comprehending the issues, arguments and viewpoints in the passage Awareness of the legal issues and facts arising from the passage and the judgment or…
How do I apply for CLAT PG 2027?
Register on the CLAT 2027 website with a personal mobile number and e-mail ID; an OTP validates the mobile number. Log in with the mobile number and the password set at registration, and choose the PG programme. Once the form is submitted and paid, the programme, category and BPL field cannot be changed. Fill in the form carefully: the names of the candidate and parents must be spelt as in the certificates, mark sheets and identity proof. Upload the documents in PDF format and pay the fee…
What is the official website of CLAT PG 2027?
The official website is https://consortiumofnlus.ac.in/.