CLAT Exam 2027: Know All About CLAT Exam Pattern, Syllabus, Eligibility

If you are planning to become a lawyer and want to join a top law school in 2027, the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is the most important exam for you. CLAT is a national-level entrance test used for admission into 24 National Law Universities (NLUs) and many other top private law colleges across India. The CLAT 2027 exam is expected to be held in December 2026. This means students currently in Class 12 (academic year 2026-27) will take this test to secure their college seats for the following year. It is a highly competitive exam that tests your reading, logical thinking, and legal aptitude rather than just textbook knowledge.

Key Highlights of CLAT 2027

The following table provides a quick look at the CLAT exam structure to help you plan your preparation journey.

Feature	Details About CLAT 2027
Exam Name	Common Law Admission Test (UG)
Organizing Body	Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs)
Exam Date (Tentative)	First Sunday of December 2026
Mode of Exam	Offline (Pen and Paper)
Duration	120 Minutes (2 Hours)
Total Questions	120 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Language	English
Marking Scheme	+1 for correct; -0.25 for incorrect answers
Official Website	consortiumofnlus.ac.in

Who is Eligible for CLAT 2027?

To apply for the undergraduate law program through CLAT 2027, you must meet these simple criteria:

• Educational Qualification: You must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent exam with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST candidates).
• Appearing Students: If you are currently in Class 12 and will give your board exams in March/April 2027, you are fully eligible to appear for the test in December 2026.
• Age Limit: There is no upper age limit for CLAT. Anyone who meets the educational requirements can apply.

What is the CLAT Syllabus?

The CLAT 2027 syllabus is divided into five sections. Most of the paper is based on reading passages (about 450 words each) followed by series of questions.

1. English Language

This section checks your reading comprehension. You will be asked to identify the main point of a passage, understand word meanings in context, and follow the author's arguments.

2. Current Affairs & General Knowledge

This includes news from mainstream media and non-fiction books. You’ll need to stay updated on national and international events, legal developments, and general history/arts.

Legal Reasoning

You don't need to know the law in-depth before the exam. You will be given a set of facts and a legal principle. Your job is to apply that principle to the facts and reach a logical conclusion.

4. Logical Reasoning

This section tests how you identify patterns, recognize arguments, and draw conclusions from short passages. It’s all about how your brain solves puzzles with words.

5. Quantitative Techniques

This is basic 10th-standard math. You will get data in the form of charts, graphs, or tables and use basic arithmetic (percentages, ratios, averages) to solve them.

CLAT Exam Pattern 2027

Here is how the 120 questions are distributed across different subjects:

Section	Questions (Approx.)	Weightage
English Language	22-26	20%
Current Affairs & GK	28-32	25%
Legal Reasoning	28-32	25%
Logical Reasoning	22-26	20%
Quantitative Techniques	10-14	10%
Total	120	100%

How to Register for CLAT 2027?

The registration process usually starts in July or August 2026.

1. Visit the official website: consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
2. Create an account using your mobile number and email ID.
3. Fill in the application form with your personal and academic details.
4. Upload your scanned photo, signature, and category certificate.
5. Select your preferred NLUs and exam centers.
6. Pay the fee online and download the confirmation page.

CLAT Application Fee 2027

The fee must be paid during the online registration process.

• General / OBC / NRI / PWD / OCI: ₹4,000
• SC / ST / BPL Category: ₹3,500
• Official Question Paper Sets (Optional): ₹500 (extra)