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The counselling phase of the CLAT admissions process is frequently the least understood. Many students think that admission is practically certain once the results are announced. In fact, a candidate's ability to secure an NLU seat is determined during CLAT 2027 counselling. 
 
Each year, candidates lose seats due to improper preference filling, missing deadlines, or misinterpretation of the CLAT seat allocation regulations rather than low rankings.
 
Admission is not guaranteed by rank alone. Counselling participation, preference order, seat availability, and category cut-offs between rounds all affect admission. Procedural precision is now more crucial than ever because the entire CLAT 2027 counselling process is conducted through a centralized Consortium site.
 
Keeping last year’s trends in mind, CLAT counselling 2027 is likely to begin in the last days of December 2026 and will run through till Mid-May or early June 2027. Participating NLUs and other colleges will release their merit lists and invite students for several counselling rounds and group discussions.
 
Checking the status, paying the confirmation fee, uploading the necessary documentation, and meeting deadlines are crucial steps in the counselling process. They also have the opportunity to "float" or "upgrade" for later stages.
 
This tutorial provides candidates with a step-by-step understanding of the whole CLAT 2027 counselling process, including registration, preference filling, seat allocation, and admission confirmation.
 

CLAT 2027 Counselling

 
The methodical procedure used by National Law Universities to assign seats to applicants following the announcement of the results is called CLAT 2027 counselling. Candidates use a centralized admissions method run by the Consortium of NLUs rather than applying to individual NLUs.
 
The CLAT counselling process's goal is to match:
 
• Rank of the candidate
• Eligibility by category
• NLU preferences
• Available seats
 
Because seats are assigned using a rank-based system, CLAT seat distribution is both preference-driven and merit-driven. As a result, comprehending the counseling process is just as important as really preparing for a test.
 

When will CLAT Counselling 2027 begin?

 
The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) will release the CLAT 2027 Counselling registration window in Mid-December 2026 and will run for the next 5 months in 2027. The CLAT 2027 results are expected to be released in December 2026.
 
The dates for the CLAT 2027 counselling process will be released alongside the results and the merit list. Candidates will have to pay their registration fee before the window closes.
 
Only candidates who complete the CLAT 2027 Counselling Registration on time and pay their fees will be allowed to participate in CLAT 2027 Counselling.
 
The official website of the Consortium of NLUs, consortiumofnlus.ac, will host the online CLAT 2027 counselling registration process, comprising a 5-stage process starting from registration, followed by submitting college preferences, merit list release, and assignment of seats. 
 
Candidates are advised not to wait till the last minute to make payments to avoid payment-related issues
 
The counselling fee will be refunded for those who are not allotted a seat.
 
Candidates should provide a minimum of 15 preferences for UG courses and a minimum of 5 preferences for PG courses during this counselling registration period. You can also provide more preferences.
 
Learn everything there is to know about CLAT 2027 Counselling, including crucial dates, the counselling procedure, CLAT 2027 seat allocation information, and frequently asked questions about the allocation procedure.
 
Clat Counselling 2026
 

CLAT 2027 Counselling Important Dates

The tentative CLAT 2027 Counselling dates are given in the table below:
 

Stage

Expected Timeline

Result Declaration

Early December

Counselling Registration

Within 1–2 weeks after results

First Seat Allotment

Shortly after registration closes

Subsequent Allotment Rounds

Over the next 4–6 weeks

Final Admission Deadline

End of counselling cycle

How Can I View the Counselling and Seat Allocation Results for CLAT 2027?

Once the CLAT 2027 counselling rounds are completed in 2027 and seats are allocated to students, they can use the steps to check their admission status:
 
  • Step 1: Go to https://consortiumofnlus.ac.in, CLAT's official website. 
  • Step 2: Type in your password and mobile number.
  • Step 3: Press the Login button.
  • Step 4: Verify the result of the seat allocation.
 
Note: After completing counseling registration and eligibility-related documents, the candidates will be listed on a shortlist for admission rounds. 
 

How Can I Sign Up for CLAT 2027 Counselling?

Those who will be invited to participate in the counselling and seat-allocation procedure must register online by doing the following:
 
Step 1: Access the registered accounts by logging in.
 
Candidates must first log in to their registered accounts by doing the following:
 
  • Check out CLAT 2027's official webpage at https://consortiumofnlus.ac.in/. 
  • Enter your password and mobile number in the designated field on the homepage.
  • Click Login 
  • Click the link to register for counseling.
 
Step 2: Modify your NLU settings
 
After that, applicants must revise their selections for a minimum of five National Law Universities (NLUs). Based on their CLAT scores, students can enroll in five-year integrated LLB programs at 24 NLUs in India. However, 20 NLUs in India provide LLM programs to students based on their CLAT results.
 
Only after they have learned enough about the NLUs, their courses, costs, seats, and other details will candidates be prompted to revise their preferences. It should be mentioned that candidates will only be considered for admission to the NLUs they have chosen when the CLAT 2027 counselling registration process is complete. No other NLU will take them into consideration for admission.  
 
Step 3: Submit the CLAT 2027 Counselling fee.
 
At this stage, candidates must pay the CLAT counselling fee of INR 30,000 online (or INR 20,000 for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD) to secure a seat using a credit/debit card, UPI, or net banking. After the fee has been properly paid, a confirmation email will be issued to the candidate's registered phone number and email address.
 
It should be mentioned that candidates are required to pay the counseling cost at this point. Candidates will not be considered for admission if they do not pay the counseling cost. After a candidate is given a seat, the CLAT 2027 counselling charge will be adjusted to reflect the course fee. It should be noted that admission is not guaranteed by simply signing up for therapy. Following the registration procedure, candidates are given seats through the CLAT seat allocation method, which is determined by their merit and NLU preferences. 
 

CLAT 2027 Invitation List

In the invite list, the Consortium provides the admission card numbers of all the candidates who have been selected for the counseling process. Additionally, each shortlisted applicant will receive an email or SMS inviting them to a counseling session. To confirm the counseling invitation, it is recommended that all candidates register for their accounts.
 
Complete Refund: An applicant will receive a complete refund of INR 30,000 online (or INR 20,000 for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD) without deductions, if they are not selected for a seat in any of the CLAT 2027 counselling rounds or if they withdraw their seat before the deadline.
 
Partial Refund: A partial refund is subject to the two requirements listed below:
 
  • Condition 1: Only INR 25,000 (or INR 15,000 for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD) will be reimbursed if the candidate receives a seat in any of the three allotment rounds but decides to renounce the seat and withdraw from the CLAT admissions process.
  • Condition 2: INR 25,000 (or INR 15,000 for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD) will be reimbursed if a candidate is determined to be ineligible based on the information or documents they submitted.
 

Documents Required for CLAT 2027 Counselling

CLAT UG
CLAT PG
10th or equivalent mark sheet
10th or equivalent mark sheet
12th or equivalent mark sheet
12th or equivalent mark sheet
Character certificate
Mark sheet of law graduation
Character certificate
Transfer / Migration Certificate
Transfer / Migration Certificate
Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC etc.) if applicable
Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC etc.) if applicable
PWD Certificate (If any)
PWD Certificate (If any)
Domicile/ residence certificate (If applying under the domicile category) 
Domicile/ residence certificate (If applying under the domicile category)
 

CLAT 2027 Counselling: The Process of Seat Allocation

Overview
Seat Allotment
According to the candidate's rank and the number of seats available at the preferred NLUs, the seat allocation process is conducted.
Acceptance of Seat
After seats are assigned, candidates must complete the admissions process and pay the necessary costs to accept their seats.
Upgrade or Exit Option
Applicants may request an upgrade in subsequent seat allocation rounds or withdraw from consideration for admission if they are unhappy with their assigned seats.
 

What are the options for Freeze, Float, and Exit in CLAT 2027 Counselling?

During CLAT counseling, candidates can choose between three options: exit, float, and freeze. 
 
Freeze: If a candidate is satisfied with their seat assignment and would prefer not to participate in any additional counseling sessions, they may choose the "freeze" option. 
 
Float Option: If a candidate is unhappy with their assigned seat and would like to participate in additional rounds of counseling, they can choose the float option. 
 
Exit Option: If a candidate decides at any point during the process that they do not want to continue with counseling, they can choose to do so. 
 
Fee Confirmation: Candidates must pay the confirmation fee after seats are assigned. They must pay a confirmation fee of INR 30,000 (or INR 20,000 for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD), which is refundable without any deductions. Payment for the confirmation charge is required before selecting the Freeze or Float option. Throughout the counselling process, there is only one confirmation fee to pay.
 

CLAT 2027 Counselling Registration Fees 

The following lists the categories for the CLAT counselling registration fees.
 
Category
Fees
General Category
INR 30,000
SC/ST/OBC/BC/EWS/PwD
INR 20,000
 

Participating Institutes for CLAT 2027

National Law School of India University, Bangalore
National Academy of Legal Studies and Research, Hyderabad
National Law University, Nagpur
Himachal Pradesh National Law University, Shimla
Maharashtra National Law University, Aurangabad
Maharashtra National Law University, Mumbai
Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University, Visakhapatnam
Tamil Nadu National Law School, Trichy
National Law University and Judicial Academy, Guwahati
National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi
National Law University, Delhi
National Law University Odisha, Cuttack
National University of Advanced Legal Studies, Kochi
Chanakya National Law University, Patna
Rajiv Gandhi National Law University, Patiala
Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow
Gujarat National Law University, Gandhinagar
Hidayatullah National Law University, Raipur
National Law Institute University, Bhopal
West Bengal National University of Judicial Sciences, Kolkata
National Law University, Jodhpur
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Clat Counselling 2027 FAQs

Q1. When will the CLAT Counselling 2027 take place?
The counselling process will start with the release of the CLAT results in December 2026. CLAT counselling 2027 will be done online.
 
Q2. What is the registration fee for CLAT Counselling 2027?
You must pay Rs. 30,000 for the General Category and Rs. 20,000 for the ST, SC, OBC, BC, EWS, PWD, and other reserved categories online to register for the counseling procedure.
 
Q3. What documents are required for CLAT Counselling 2027?
The following documents need to be with you when you attend counseling:
 
  • Application Form
  • Scorecard
  • 10th & 12th Marksheets
  • Admit Card
  • Specially-abled Certificate (if applicable)
  • Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • NRI Certificate (if applicable)
  • Sponsored NRI Certificate (if applicable)
 
Q4. What happens after the provisional merit list is released?
Students who are selected for admission must choose one of the 3 options below:
 
  • Accept the allotted seat (Freeze Option)
  • Apply for an Upgrade (Float Option)
  • Exit from the admission process (Exit Option)
 
Q5. How many sessions will be in CLAT Counselling 2027?
For both undergraduate and graduate colleges, the CLAT 2027 counseling process is anticipated to consist of five rounds.