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CLAT Exam Centre 2027: State-wise Test Cities List & Exam Day Guidelines

Updated on 24 Aug, 2026 by Sounak Pyne

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The CLAT Exam Centre 2027 is the designated examination venue allotted by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) where candidates will appear for the CLAT Exam 2027. During the application process, candidates must choose their preferred CLAT test cities in order of preference. The final exam city is allotted based on the candidate's preferences, seat availability, and administrative feasibility. The allotted CLAT Exam Centre is mentioned on the admit card and is generally final.

 

As per the official notification, CLAT 2027 will be conducted on Sunday, December 6, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The online application process will begin on August 3, 2026, and conclude on October 31, 2026.

  • Candidates can choose only their preferred exam cities, not the exact examination venue.
  • The allotted examination centre is mentioned on the CLAT admit card.
  • The final allotment depends on city preference, seat availability, and administrative feasibility.
  • Requests for changing the allotted exam city are generally not accepted after the application deadline.
  • Candidates must carry the printed admit card and an original photo identity proof to the examination centre.

 

Table of Contents
  1. CLAT Exam Centre 2027: Latest Updates
  2. What is the CLAT Exam Centre?
  3. CLAT Exam Centre 2027 Highlights
  4. CLAT Exam Centre 2027 Allotment Process
  5. CLAT Exam Centre List 2027 (Expected State-wise Test Cities)
  6. CLAT Admit Card and Exam Centre Information
  7. Documents Required at the CLAT Exam Centre
  8. Items to Carry at the CLAT Exam Centre
  9. CLAT Exam Centre Change Policy 2027
  10. CLAT Exam Centre 2027 FAQs

 

CLAT Exam Centre 2027: Latest Updates

Latest Announcement

Details

CLAT 2027 Exam Date

December 6, 2026 (Sunday)

Exam Timing

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Registration Begins

August 3, 2026

Last Date to Apply

October 31, 2026

Exam Mode

Offline (Pen and Paper)

Conducting Body

Consortium of National Law Universities

The above dates are based on the official CLAT 2027 press release.

 

What is the CLAT Exam Centre?

The CLAT Exam Centre is the examination venue allotted by the Consortium where candidates take the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT). Candidates can select multiple preferred exam cities while filling out the CLAT application form. However, the Consortium reserves the right to allot a different city if the preferred centres are unavailable or if administrative requirements demand it.

 

Candidates cannot choose the exact examination venue within a city. The detailed venue address is released only through the CLAT Admit Card.

 

CLAT Exam Centre 2027 Highlights

Particulars

Details

Examination

Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2027

Conducting Authority

Consortium of National Law Universities

Admission Offered

Five-Year Integrated LLB & One-Year LLM

Exam Mode

Offline (Pen and Paper)

Exam Duration

2 Hours

Exam Date

December 6, 2026

Reporting Time

Mentioned on Admit Card

City Selection

During Application Form Submission

Final Centre Allotment

Based on Preferences & Availability

Centre Details Available On

CLAT Admit Card

Official Website

consortiumofnlus.ac.in

 

CLAT Exam Centre 2027 Allotment Process

The CLAT Exam Centre allotment follows a centralized process to ensure smooth conduct of the examination across all test cities.

Stage

Process

Step 1

Candidate selects preferred exam cities while filling out the application form.

Step 2

The Consortium reviews seat availability in each city.

Step 3

Administrative and logistical factors are considered.

Step 4

A suitable exam city is allotted.

Step 5

The allotted exam centre is published on the CLAT Admit Card.

The allotted exam centre mentioned on the admit card is considered final unless the Consortium announces any change.

 

Factors Affecting CLAT Exam Centre Allotment

Several factors influence the final allocation of a CLAT exam centre. Understanding these factors can help candidates make informed choices while selecting their preferred cities.The allotment depends on:

  • Availability of examination infrastructure
  • Capacity of individual test centres
  • Number of applications received for a particular city
  • Security and administrative arrangements
  • Operational decisions taken by the Consortium

The Consortium may also add, remove, or merge exam centres if required to ensure the smooth conduct of the examination.

 

CLAT Exam Centre List 2027 (Expected State-wise Test Cities)

The official list of CLAT Exam Centres 2027 will be released along with the detailed information brochure. Based on previous admission cycles, the examination is expected to be conducted across more than 85 cities through over 130 test centres across India.

State / UT

Expected CLAT Test Cities

Andhra Pradesh

Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam

Arunachal Pradesh

Naharlagun

Assam

Guwahati, Dibrugarh

Bihar

Patna, Muzaffarpur

Chandigarh

Chandigarh

Chhattisgarh

Bilaspur, Raipur

Delhi

New Delhi

Goa

Panaji

Gujarat

Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Rajkot

Haryana

Faridabad, Gurugram, Hisar

Himachal Pradesh

Shimla

Jammu & Kashmir

Jammu, Srinagar

Jharkhand

Jamshedpur, Ranchi

Karnataka

Bengaluru, Dharwad, Hubballi, Mangaluru, Mysuru

Kerala

Kochi, Kozhikode, Kottayam, Thiruvananthapuram, Thrissur

Madhya Pradesh

Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur

Maharashtra

Aurangabad, Mumbai, Nagpur, Nashik, Pune

Odisha

Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Sambalpur

Punjab

Amritsar, Jalandhar, Patiala

Rajasthan

Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Udaipur

Tamil Nadu

Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Salem, Tiruchirappalli

Telangana

Hyderabad

Uttar Pradesh

Agra, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, Kanpur, Lucknow, Prayagraj, Varanasi

Uttarakhand

Dehradun, Haldwani

Puducherry

Puducherry

 

CLAT Admit Card and Exam Centre Information

The CLAT Admit Card 2027 will be released online by the Consortium of National Law Universities a few weeks before the examination. It is the only document that confirms a candidate's allotted CLAT exam centre, reporting time, and examination schedule. Candidates can download the admit card from the official CLAT portal using their registered login credentials.

 

Before the examination, candidates should verify every detail printed on the admit card. In case of any error in the personal information or exam centre details, the issue should be reported to the Consortium immediately.

 

Details Mentioned on the CLAT Admit Card

The admit card typically contains:

  • Candidate's name and photograph
  • Roll number and application number
  • Date and timing of the CLAT 2027 examination
  • Reporting time
  • Allotted exam city and complete exam centre address
  • Category and PwD details (if applicable)
  • Important exam day instructions

 

Documents Required at the CLAT Exam Centre

Candidates must carry all mandatory documents to the allotted examination centre. Entry into the examination hall may be denied if the required documents are not produced during verification.

Document

Requirement

Printed CLAT Admit Card

Mandatory

Original Government-issued Photo ID

Mandatory

Passport-size Photograph (same as application form)

Recommended

PwD/Scribe Approval Documents (if applicable)

Mandatory

The following identity proofs are generally accepted:

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Passport
  • Voter ID Card
  • Driving Licence
  • Government-issued Photo Identity Card

 

Documents Required for PwD Candidates

Document

Purpose

CLAT Admit Card

Mandatory for entry into the examination centre

Original Photo ID

Required for identity verification

Disability Certificate

Required to verify PwD status (if applicable)

Scribe Approval Letter

Required only if a scribe facility has been approved

Compensatory Time Approval (if applicable)

To avail the approved extra time during the examination

 

Items to Carry at the CLAT Exam Centre

Candidates should carry only the documents and stationery permitted by the Consortium. Electronic devices, study material, and other prohibited items are not allowed inside the examination hall. The list below provides a quick overview of the items generally permitted and restricted during the CLAT examination.

Carry These Items

Do Not Carry

Printed CLAT Admit Card

Mobile phones and smart devices

Original photo identity proof

Smart watches and fitness bands

Passport-size photograph (if required)

Bluetooth devices and earphones

Blue/black ballpoint pen (if permitted)

Calculators

PwD/scribe approval documents (if applicable)

Books, notes and study material

Transparent water bottle (if permitted)

Bags, wallets and purses

Cameras and other electronic gadgets

 

CLAT Exam Centre Change Policy 2027

The CLAT exam city selected during the application process should be chosen carefully, as changes are generally not permitted after the application deadline. Candidates are advised to review their city preferences before submitting the application form.

 

The Consortium of National Law Universities may, however, change or reassign an examination centre in exceptional situations such as administrative requirements, limited seating capacity, or other operational reasons. If such changes are made, the updated details are communicated through the official website or the candidate's admit card.

 

CLAT Exam Centre Change Policy: Key Details

Particulars

Details

Can candidates change the selected exam city after submitting the application?

Generally, No

When should candidates select their preferred cities?

While filling out the CLAT application form

Can the Consortium change an allotted exam centre?

Yes, if required due to administrative or operational reasons

How will candidates be informed about any change?

Through the official website or the CLAT Admit Card

Final authority for exam centre allotment

Consortium of National Law Universities

 

CLAT Exam Centre 2027 FAQs

What is the CLAT Exam Centre 2027?

The CLAT Exam Centre 2027 is the examination venue allotted by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) where candidates will appear for the CLAT Exam 2027. The allotted exam centre, reporting time, and venue address will be mentioned on the CLAT Admit Card.

How are CLAT Exam Centres allotted for the CLAT Exam?

The CLAT Exam Centre is allotted based on the candidate's preferred exam cities, seat availability, and administrative requirements. Although the Consortium tries to allot one of the preferred cities, the final allocation depends on the availability of examination centres.

Can I change my CLAT Exam Centre after submitting the CLAT application form?

No. Once the CLAT application form is submitted, requests to change the selected CLAT Exam Centre are generally not accepted. However, the Consortium may reassign an examination centre under exceptional administrative or operational circumstances.

How can I check my allotted CLAT Exam Centre?

Candidates can check their allotted CLAT Exam Centre by downloading the CLAT Admit Card 2027 from the official website. The admit card contains the complete exam centre address, reporting time, and other examination details.

When will the CLAT Admit Card 2027 be released?

The CLAT Admit Card 2027 is expected to be released in November 2026, a few weeks before the CLAT Exam 2027. Candidates can download it using their registered login credentials.

What documents should I carry to the CLAT Exam Centre?

Candidates must carry a printed CLAT Admit Card, an original government-issued photo identity proof, and other supporting documents, if applicable. PwD candidates should also carry the required approval or disability documents for verification.

How many CLAT exam city preferences can candidates select?

The number of CLAT exam city preferences will be announced in the official CLAT 2027 Information Brochure. Candidates should carefully select their preferred test cities while filling out the application form.

What happens if my preferred CLAT Exam Centre is unavailable?

If seats are unavailable in the preferred CLAT exam city, the Consortium may allot another examination city based on availability and administrative feasibility. The final allotted CLAT Exam Centre will be mentioned on the admit card.

What items are allowed inside the CLAT Exam Centre?

Candidates should carry only the items permitted by the Consortium, including the CLAT Admit Card, an original photo ID, and other approved documents. Mobile phones, calculators, smart watches, study material, and other electronic devices are not allowed inside the examination hall.

Can I visit my CLAT Exam Centre before the CLAT Exam 2027?

Yes. Candidates, especially those travelling from another city, are advised to visit their CLAT Exam Centre before the examination day to locate the venue, estimate travel time, and avoid last-minute delays.

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