CLAT 2027 application fee is Rs 4,000 for General, OBC and PWD students and Rs 3,500 for SC and ST students, payable online through the Consortium of NLUs portal at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
The Consortium of NLUs is expected to open CLAT 2027 registration in July 2026. Paying the correct fee for your category and saving proof of payment are the two steps students most often get wrong. This article covers the full category-wise fee structure, accepted payment modes, SC/ST concession details and the most common fee payment errors to avoid.
- General, OBC and PWD fee: Rs 4,000 (based on CLAT 2026 fee structure, expected unchanged for 2027)
- SC/ST fee: Rs 3,500 — a Rs 500 concession applied automatically on category selection
- Payment accepted via credit card, debit card, net banking and UPI only
- No application is processed without confirmed fee payment
- Failed transactions must be reported to the Consortium helpdesk within 48 hours with bank proof
| Direct Link — CLAT 2027 Official Portal: consortiumofnlus.ac.in |
CLAT 2027 Application Fee: Category-Wise Breakdown
The table below shows the expected fee for CLAT 2027 based on the 2026 admission notification. The Consortium of NLUs has maintained this fee structure for the past two admission cycles.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs 4,000 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | Rs 4,000 |
| PWD (Persons with Disability) | Rs 4,000 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | Rs 3,500 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | Rs 3,500 |
The CLAT 2027 application fee is non-refundable once payment is confirmed. The official fee amount will be published in the CLAT 2027 admission notification on consortiumofnlus.ac.in. The figures above are based on CLAT 2026 trends.
Accepted Payment Modes for CLAT 2027
The Consortium of NLUs accepts fee payment only through the official CLAT portal. No offline mode is available. Before attempting payment, verify the following for your chosen mode:
| Payment Mode | What to Check Before Paying |
|---|---|
| Credit Card (Visa, Mastercard, RuPay) | Confirm online or international transactions are enabled on the card |
| Debit Card | Check the daily online transaction limit with your bank before paying |
| Net Banking | Log in to your bank portal first to confirm net banking is active |
| UPI (BHIM, GPay, PhonePe) | Ensure your UPI PIN is set and the daily limit covers the full fee amount |
Do not use third-party agents or unofficial payment links to pay the CLAT 2027 fee. The Consortium has warned students against fraudulent fee-collection services in past admission cycles. Pay only through consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
How to Pay CLAT 2027 Application Fee
- Visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in and open the CLAT 2027 registration link.
- Complete your personal and academic details in the application form.
- Select your category carefully — SC/ST students will see Rs 3,500 and General/OBC/PWD students will see Rs 4,000 in the payment summary.
- Choose a payment mode: credit card, debit card, net banking or UPI.
- Enter your payment details and authorise the transaction.
- On successful payment, download the payment receipt immediately and email a copy to yourself as backup.
- Your application is complete only after the fee confirmation page is generated on the portal.
Common Errors During CLAT 2027 Fee Payment
The following errors are most frequently reported during the CLAT application process. Each can delay or invalidate your application if not caught in time.
| Error | What Goes Wrong | How to Avoid It |
|---|---|---|
| Selecting the wrong category | SC/ST students pay Rs 4,000 instead of Rs 3,500 and lose the concession | Check your caste certificate before filling the category field in the form |
| Not saving the payment receipt | No proof of payment if the portal crashes or a dispute arises later | Download the receipt and email it to yourself immediately after payment |
| UPI payment timeout | Amount debited from the bank but the application is not confirmed | Wait 10-15 minutes and check the application dashboard before repaying |
| Multiple failed card attempts | Bank blocks the card after 3 consecutive failed transactions | Switch to net banking or a different card after the first failed attempt |
| Paying on the last date | Server congestion causes timeouts; the portal closes at midnight sharp | Pay at least 2 days before the fee deadline to avoid last-day rushes |
| Using unofficial payment links | Money credited to a wrong account with no confirmation generated | Pay only through the official page at consortiumofnlus.ac.in |
What to Do If CLAT 2027 Fee Payment Fails
If money is deducted from your account but your application status shows the payment as failed, do not repay immediately. Follow these steps in order:
- Wait 30 minutes. Most payment gateway reconciliations complete within this window and the status updates automatically.
- Log back in to the CLAT 2027 portal and check your application dashboard for an updated payment status.
- If the status still shows failed or pending after 30 minutes, take a screenshot of your bank statement clearly showing the debit entry and transaction ID.
- Email the Consortium of NLUs helpdesk at the contact address listed on consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Include your application number, the bank screenshot and the transaction ID in the email.
- Allow 48-72 hours for the Consortium to investigate and correct the payment status.
- Repay only if the Consortium confirms the original amount has been refunded to your account or explicitly instructs you to retry payment.
Duplicate payments are not automatically refunded. A formal helpdesk request is required to process any refund for a duplicate transaction.
CLAT 2027 SC/ST Fee Concession Details
SC and ST students pay Rs 3,500 for CLAT 2027, which is Rs 500 less than the General category fee of Rs 4,000. This is a concession, not a full waiver. The reduced fee is applied automatically when you select SC or ST in the category field — you do not need to apply separately for it.
To avail the SC/ST fee concession without issues at document verification, ensure the following:
- Select SC or ST correctly in the category field during registration
- Upload a valid caste certificate issued by a District Magistrate, Tehsildar or SDM-level authority
- The certificate must be from your home state and must be issued in the applicant’s name
- Upload a clear colour scan of the original certificate — blurry, cropped or black-and-white scans are commonly rejected at CLAT document verification
If your SC or ST category claim is rejected during document verification because of an invalid or missing certificate, you may be required to pay the General category fee difference. In some cases, admissions have been cancelled for category mismatches at NLUs. Verify your certificate is current and legible before uploading.
CLAT 2027 Application Fee FAQs
Ques. What is the CLAT 2027 application fee for General category students?
Ans. The expected CLAT 2027 application fee for General category students is Rs 4,000, based on the CLAT 2026 fee structure. The Consortium of NLUs will confirm the official fee in the CLAT 2027 admission notification at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
Ques. Do SC/ST students get a full fee waiver for CLAT 2027?
Ans. No, SC and ST students do not get a full fee waiver for CLAT 2027. They pay a reduced fee of Rs 3,500 instead of Rs 4,000 — a concession of Rs 500. The reduced amount is applied automatically when SC or ST is selected as the category during registration.
Ques. Can I pay the CLAT 2027 application fee via UPI?
Ans. Yes, UPI is an accepted payment mode for CLAT 2027. Apps including BHIM, GPay and PhonePe work on the official Consortium portal. Before paying, ensure your UPI PIN is active and your daily UPI transaction limit covers the full fee amount of Rs 4,000 or Rs 3,500 for SC/ST students.
Ques. My CLAT fee was deducted but the application shows payment failed. What should I do?
Ans. Wait 30 minutes and recheck the application dashboard on the CLAT portal. If the status does not update, email the Consortium helpdesk listed on consortiumofnlus.ac.in with your application number, a bank statement screenshot and the transaction ID. Do not make another payment until the Consortium confirms the first amount has been refunded or instructs you to retry.
Ques. Is the CLAT 2027 application fee refundable if I withdraw?
Ans. No, the CLAT 2027 application fee is non-refundable once payment is confirmed. Refunds are only considered in cases of verified duplicate payments or technical failures, and only at the Consortium’s discretion after a formal helpdesk request.
Ques. What documents are needed to claim the SC/ST fee concession for CLAT 2027?
Ans. You need a valid caste certificate issued by a District Magistrate, Tehsildar or SDM from your home state. The certificate must be in the applicant’s name. Upload a clear colour scan of the original — blurry, cropped or black-and-white uploads are a frequent rejection cause during CLAT document verification at NLUs.
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