CLAT exam centers 2025: New CLAT Centers Added, Schedule, How to Change, and Key Details

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CLAT 2025 will be conducted in more than 139 cities CLAT centers in 25 states and Union Territories. The Consortium of National Law Universities has notified a change in the CLAT exam centers 2025 at Hisar, Haryana. The CLAT exam centers 2025 at Government College, Rajgarh Road, Hisar has been shifted to CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar. Candidates can download the revised CLAT 2025 admit card with the new exam center through their login.

The exam will be held in 139 CLAT exam centers in 89 cities spread across 25 states and 5 union territories. On the day of the CLAT 2025 exam, the candidate has to report to the exam center as per the scheduled time mentioned on the CLAT admit card. Since the exam center authority does not allow entry to candidates who are late, candidates must ensure that they arrive on time.

You can choose up to 3 test centers while filling CLAT 2025 application form. The previous year, the Consortium of NLUs added two CLAT New Exam Centers 2025:

  • Diu (Union Territory)
  • Silvassa (Union Territory)

These additions ensure better reach for students in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu regions. The Consortium of NLUs might add or remove CLAT exam centers in 2025 based on the applicants registered for CLAT for a particular center. On the day of the CLAT 2025 exam, you should enter the center before 2:15 PM. However, it is always advised to enter the hall from 1 PM.

CLAT Exam Centre Schedule 2025

Check the table below for important schedule regarding CLAT 2025 exam day and CLAT Exam center:

Particulars Details
Window to selection CLAT 2024 exam centers 12-Nov-2023
Window to change exam center choices 12-Nov-2023
Reporting begins 1:00 pm onwards
Exam begins 2:00 pm onwards
Last entry allowed 1:45 pm
Exam ends 4:00 pm
Exiting examination halls 4:15 pm onwards

CLAT Exam Centers 2025 List

Candidates can choose up to three centers in order of preference during registration. Here’s a state-wise list of major CLAT test centers. The inclusion of Diu and Silvassa in the CLAT 2025 centers list makes it more accessible for aspirants in Union Territories.

State Exam Centers
Andhra Pradesh Anantapur, Chirala, Eluru, Guntur, Kadapa, Kakinada, Kurnool, Nellore, Ongole, Rajahmundary, Srikakulam, Tekkali, Tirupathi, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram
Bihar Muzaffarpur, Patna, Arrah, Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Purnea
Chhattisgarh Bilaspur, Raipur, Bhilai Nagar, Durg
Delhi New Delhi
Gujarat Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Anand, Bhavnagar, Himatnagar, Jamnagar, Mehsana, Rajkot, Surat, Vadodara
Haryana Faridabad, Gurugram, Ambala, Hisar, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Panipat, Rohtak, Sonipat, Yamuna Nagar
Himachal Pradesh Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Shimla, Una
Jammu & Kashmir Jammu, Srinagar, Samba
Jharkhand Jamshedpur, Ranchi, Bokaro Steel City, Dhanbad, Hazaribagh
Karnataka Ballari (Bellary), Belagavi (Belgaum), Bengaluru, Bidar, Davanagere, Dharwad / Hubli, Kalaburagi (Gulbarga), Hassan, Mangaluru (Mangalore), Mysuru (Mysore), Shivamogga (Shimoga), Tumakuru (Tumkur), Udupi, Vijayapura (Bijapur)
Kerala Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Idukki, Kannur, Kasaragod, Kollam, Kottayam, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Palakkad, Thiruvananthapuram, Thrissur
Madhya Pradesh Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, Jabalpur, Sagar, Satna, Ujjain
Maharashtra Akola, Amravati, Aurangabad (Maharashtra), Chandrapur, Dhule, Jalgaon, Kolhapur, Latur, Mumbai/Navi Mumbai, Nagpur, Nanded, Nashik, Pune, Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sangli, Satara, Solapur, Thane, Wardha
Odisha Balasore, Berhampur-Ganjam, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Rourkela, Sambalpur
Punjab Amritsar, Bhatinda, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Mohali, Patiala, Sangrur
Rajasthan Alwar, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Sikar, Sriganganagar, Udaipur
Sikkim Gangtok
Tamil Nadu Coimbatore, Madurai, Salem, Erode, Thanjavur, Nagercoil, Tirunelveli, Tiruchirappalli, Vellore, Namakkal
Telangana Khammam, Karimnagar, Warangal, Nizamabad, Mahabubnagar
Tripura Agartala
Uttar Pradesh Greater Noida, Meerut, Noida, Agra, Aligarh, Bareilly, Gorakhpur, Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow, Mathura, Moradabad, Muzaffarnagar, Prayagraj, Varanasi, Allahabad, Ghaziabad
Uttarakhand Dehradun, Haldwani, Haridwar, Roorkee
West Bengal Asansol, Burdwan (Bardhaman), Siliguri, Hooghly, Barasat, Howrah, Barrackpore, Kalyani, Kolkata

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CLAT Exam Centers Do’s and Dont’s

There are few things that you are allowed at the exam center and some that are not allowed. You must be aware of these details before going to the exam center. Here’s a table of Do’s and Don’ts for candidates appearing at CLAT 2025 Exam Centers:

Category Do’s Don’ts
Before the Exam Arrive at the exam center at least 60 minutes early. Do not arrive late; entry will not be permitted after the reporting time.
Carry the CLAT admit card and a valid photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.). Avoid carrying incomplete or damaged documents.
Bring the required stationery in a transparent pouch. Do not bring unauthorized materials like books or rough paper.
Dress Code Wear simple and comfortable clothes without too many accessories. Avoid wearing smartwatches, heavy jewelry, or items that may raise suspicion.
Prohibited Items Only carry permitted items such as admit cards, photo ID, and pens. Do not bring electronic devices (mobiles, calculators, earphones, etc.).
If carrying water, use a transparent bottle. Avoid carrying food unless medically necessary (with proof).
During the Exam Follow the invigilator’s instructions carefully. Do not indulge in any malpractice; this may lead to disqualification.
Keep your admit card visible for verification when asked. Avoid talking to other candidates during the exam.
Post-Exam Conduct Submit your answer booklet and OMR sheet to the invigilator. Do not attempt to take any question paper or OMR sheet outside the hall.
Leave the center only after the invigilator permits. Avoid crowding at the exit or disrupting the examination center's rules.

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How to Select CLAT Centers 2025?

To select your preferred CLAT 2025 exam centers, follow these steps:

  1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the official CLAT website at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
  2. Registration: Click on the “Registration” tab and fill in the required details such as name, address, email address, and mobile number.
  3. Login: After registration, log in using your registered mobile number and password.
  4. Select Exam Centers:
    • During the application process, you will be prompted to select three exam centers based on your preference.
    • Carefully choose the exam centers considering factors like proximity, ease of travel, and personal convenience.
  5. Fill Additional Details: Complete the form by filling out the preferences for NLUs and other relevant details.
  6. Pay the Application Fee: Ensure to pay the application fee to complete the form submission process.
  7. Confirmation: Once you have submitted the form and paid the fee, your selected exam centers will be recorded.
  8. Editing Preferences:
    • If you need to change your exam center preferences, the Consortium of NLUs provides an “edit application” window.
    • Log in to your account on the official website and select the “Edit Application” option.
    • Update your exam center preferences, save the changes, and submit the form again.

Documents Required at CLAT exam centers 2025

You can see for which score what college can be selected by using CLAT College Predictor. The candidates must carry the following items inside the exam centers:

  • Blue/Black Ball Pen
  • Admit Card
  • Original Government-issued Photo ID
  • Transparent water bottle.
  • Own mask, gloves, and personal hand sanitizer.
  • Self-health declaration
  • Disability certificate for PWD candidates

The following is a list of the photo ID that are allowed in the CLAT exam centers:

  • PAN Card
  • Passport
  • Driving License
  • Voter’s ID Card
  • Bank Passbook with a photograph
  • Photo ID evidence with a photograph issued by a Gazetted Officer on official letterhead
  • Photo ID evidence with an image issued by a People's Representative on official letterhead
  • A valid current ID card issued by a recognized college or university is required.
  • Aadhaar card/ Employee ID/ Bar Council Identity Card with a photograph

Issues with Your CLAT exam centers

If you face any issues with your CLAT 2025 exam center, such as wrong information on the admit card or trouble accessing the center, follow these steps:

Check Your Admit Card: Double-check your CLAT admit card for accurate details regarding the exam center's name and address. Verify if there’s a mistake.

Contact CLAT Help Desk: If there’s an error, immediately contact the CLAT support team via:

Contact Method Details
Email clat@consortiumofnlus.ac.in
Phone 08047162020 (10:00 am to 5:00 pm on all working days)
Contact Form Submission Fill out the contact form at the CLAT Help Desk

Visit the Exam Center Early: If you’re unsure about the location, visit the exam center a day before the exam to familiarize yourself with the route and surroundings.

Keep Backup Copies of Admit Card: Carry multiple printed copies of your admit card in case one gets misplaced or damaged.

Inform the Authorities: On the exam day, if you face issues like miscommunication or entry problems, immediately inform the exam authorities or invigilators for assistance.

How to Change Your CLAT exam centers 2025?

Yes, you have a few weeks before the admit card is available to change your CLAT exam center preferences. However, your chosen exam location cannot be altered once the CLAT admission card is issued.

  • To modify your CLAT exam centers 2025 options prior to the deadline, follow these steps:
  • Open your CLAT account and log in: Go to the official CLAT website and use your registered login information to log in.
  • Modify your application: Locate the "Edit Application" button on your dashboard after logging in.
  • Navigate to the Preferences area: Go to the "Preferences" page to view the list of CLAT exam locations you have already chosen.
  • Modify your preferences for the exam center: Depending on your current preferences or the convenience of your travel, you can now switch up your three chosen CLAT exam locations.
  • Go ahead and check your modifications: To go on to the reservation details screen after making changes to your preferences, click the Next button.
  • Send in the revised form: To complete your changes, scroll down to read the declaration, accept it, and then click the Submit button.

To prevent any last-minute problems, alter your selections as soon as possible because modifications are only permitted until the admit card is distributed.

CLAT 2025 Participating Institutes

Candidates appearing for CLAT 2025 will gain admission to 22 National Law Universities (NLUs). Various top private law institutes and universities recognize CLAT scores as well.

Below is the list of National Law Universities (NLUs).

Participating National Law Universities
National Law School of India University, Bangalore National Academy of Legal Study and Research University of Law, Hyderabad
National Law Institute University, Bhopal West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences, Kolkata
National Law University, Jodhpur Hidayatullah National Law University, Raipur
Gujarat National Law University, Gandhinagar Dr Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow
Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Punjab Chanakya National Law University, Patna
National University of Advanced Legal Studies, Kochi National Law University Odisha, Cuttack
National University of Study and Research in Law, Ranchi National Law University and Judicial Academy, Assam
Tamil Nadu National Law School, Tiruchirappalli Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University, Visakhapatnam
Maharashtra National Law University, Mumbai MNLU, Nagpur
MNLU, Aurangabad HPNLU, Shimla
DNLU, Jabalpur DBRANLU, Haryana

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.

CLAT 2025 : 6 Answered Questions

Ques. Why is NLU Delhi not a part of CLAT?

There are 27 NLUs in India at present. Some of the top NLUs are- National Law University Delhi (NLU Delhi), NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR Hyderabad and GNLU Gandhinagar. NLU Delhi does not consider CLAT results for admissions. It conducts its own All India Law Entrance Test (AILET). 25 NLUs offer admissions based on CLAT results. NLU Meghalaya also does not conduct its admissions based on CLAT. Furthermore, NLU Delhi is not a part of the Consortium of NLUs.  Dr. Ranbir Singh, the founder of NLU Delhi, gave out a reason in 2012, stating that one of the reasons was that NLU Delhi would be CLAT's 13th Law School. Consequently, it would be the 13th pick when students filled out their choices. There are some financial and administrative concerns as well that have kept NLU Delhi from accepting CLAT results for admissions. ...Read More
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Ques. Is CLAT an online or an offline exam?

The Consortium of NLUs administers the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT), which is a national-level admission test for UG and PG law courses. The CLAT exam is conducted every year in an offline, pen-and-paper mode. The CLAT scores are taken into account for admissions to NLUs and other law schools in India, at the UG and PG level....Read More
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Ques. What is considered a good rank in CLAT exam?

For admission into one of the top 10 NLUs, a general candidate must score 80-90 marks in CLAT. The cut-offs for Tier-2 and Tier-3 NLUs are lower. When taking into account past years’ cut-offs in terms of rank, the gap in the cut-offs of top 5-6 NLUs is not as great as it first appears. Here are the CLAT 2024 Cutoff Ranks for UG admissions at some of the top NLUs (Fourth Allotment List): NLU Name NIRF Law Ranking (2024) Opening and Closing Ranks 2024    (4th Allotment, General Category) NLSIU Bangalore 1 1-102 Nalsar University of Law, Hyderabad 3  4-167 NUJS Kolkata 4  140-279 (BA LLB) GNLU Gandhinagar 8 8-464 NLU Lucknow 20 357-764 I hope this will give you an idea of the rank required in CLAT UG for admissions into some of the top NLUs....Read More
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Ques. How many students appeared for the CLAT exam in 2024?

CLAT (The Common Law Admission Test) is a centralised national-level entrance exam for admissions into most of the NLUs (except NLU Delhi and NLU Meghalaya). Each year, plenty of students take this exam for admission into some of the top law schools in India. Majority of top ranked privately-funded and self-funded law schools also conduct their admissions based on the candidates’ CLAT scores.  I have listed down the detailed number of registered and appeared candidates for CLAT 2024 UG and PG exams: Exam              Registered Students     Students Appeared  CLAT UG 2024                             60,295                     58,504 CLAT PG 2024                             10,948                     10,282 Total                              71,243                       68,786...Read More
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Ques. When is the CLAT 2025 exam?

The date for CLAT 2025 has been officially announced by the Consortium of NLUs. CLAT 2025 is scheduled to be held on 1st December 2024, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The registration for CLAT 2025 has already begun from 15th July, 2024. The form is available online at consortiumofnlus.ac.in . The last date to apply for CLAT 2025 is 15th October, 2024....Read More
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