CLAT 2027 Registration Deadline Extended: Apply by 7th November 2026

Aspirants who missed the original deadline now have another chance. Through a notification dated 31st October 2026, the Consortium of National Law Universities has extended the last date for submitting online applications for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2027. The new deadline is 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, 7th November 2026, and it applies to both the U.G. and P.G. programmes. The application window opened on 3rd August 2026 and was originally due to close on 31st October 2026. Candidates who have not yet registered should use this extra week to complete their applications and should not wait for the last day. 

Important Details at a Glance 

Key Dates to Remember 

How to Apply for CLAT 2027 

Follow these steps to complete your registration: 

1. Visit the official website of the Consortium of National Law Universities. 
2. Click on the CLAT 2027 registration link on the homepage. 
3. Register using a valid mobile number and email address. 
4. Log in and fill in the application form with your personal, educational and other required details. 
5. Upload the required documents in the prescribed format. 
6. Pay the application fee online. 
7. Review all details carefully and submit the form. 
8. Download and save a copy of the submitted application for future reference. 

Things to Keep in Mind Before Submitting 

• Don't wait for the final hours: The deadline is 11:59 p.m. on 7th November 2026, and heavy traffic on the portal near the cut-off can cause delays or technical errors. 
• Check details carefully: Verify your name, date of birth, category and programme (UG or PG) before final submission. 
• Keep documents ready: Have your photograph, signature and other required documents ready in the correct format. 
• Confirm payment: Make sure the fee payment has gone through and the application status shows as submitted. 
• Use an active email and mobile number: All important communication from the Consortium will be sent to these. 
• o aspirants should use the remaining weeks for revision and mock tests. 

Conclusion 

The extension of the CLAT 2027 application deadline to 7th November 2026 gives one final week to aspirants who have not yet registered for the U.G. or P.G. programmes. Candidates should not count on any further extension and should complete their registration well before 11:59 p.m. on the last date. Once registered, they can focus fully on preparing for the examination on 6th December 2026. For authentic updates, rely only on the official website of the Consortium of National Law Universities.