CLAT 2025 Notification: Application Process Begins July 15, Exam Scheduled for December 1

The Consortium of National Law Universities has officially released the notification for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2025, a crucial step for aspiring law students seeking admission to undergraduate and postgraduate courses offered by 24 national law universities across the country. The application process for CLAT 2025 will commence on July 15 and conclude on October 15, 2025, at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.

According to the notification, the entrance test is scheduled to take place on December 1, 2025, from 2 pm to 4 pm (with an extended time of 4:40 pm for candidates with disabilities). This development marks a significant milestone for students planning to pursue a career in law.

Eligibility Criteria for CLAT 2025

For Undergraduate (UG) Courses:

• Candidates must have secured at least 45% marks or its equivalent in Class 12. However, SC, ST, and PwD candidates need to meet the 40% mark criterion.
• Students who are currently appearing for their Class 12 exams in March/April 2025 are also eligible to apply.

For Postgraduate (PG) Courses:

• Candidates must hold an LLB degree or its equivalent with a minimum of 50% marks. For SC, ST, and PwD candidates, the required marks are 45%.
• Those who are appearing for their qualifying examination in April/May 2025 can also apply.

Application Fee for CLAT 2025

The application fee for CLAT 2025 is ₹4,000 for candidates from non-SC, ST, PwD, and BPL categories. For candidates belonging to these categories, the fee is ₹3,500.

For further details, candidates are advised to visit the official website of the Consortium of NLUs or access the CLAT 2025 notification at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.

The CLAT 2025 exam is a national-level entrance test that serves as a gateway to undergraduate and postgraduate courses in law. With the application process now open, aspiring law students are encouraged to visit the official website to learn more about the exam and submit their applications on time.