The CLAT registration has begun on 1st August 2025 and the consortium will be conducting the CLAT registration process completely online. To fill out the CLAT application form, aspirants must add their mobile number, email address, academic details and more. The last date to fill out the CLAT application form is October 31st. Only those candidates who successfully fill the application form and pay the CLAT application fees are eligible to receive the CLAT admit cards.
To fill out the CLAT application form, candidates also need to upload certain documents, failing which their application form will be rejected. This article aims to provide a detailed analysis of the documents that are required to fill and complete the CLAT application form.
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Documents Required for CLAT Registration
In order to fill out the CLAT application form 2026 candidates need to carry the following documents. The table below specifies the format and file size in which these documents shall be uploaded.
Document Name | Description | Format & File Size |
Passport-size Photograph | Recent color photo with clear face | JPEG, up to 500 KB |
Scanned Signature | Signature on white paper with black/blue ink | JPEG, up to 100 KB |
Class 10th Marksheet | Used to verify Date of Birth and basic qualification | PDF/JPEG, as per portal limits |
Category Certificate | SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates must upload valid certificate from competent authority | PDF, up to 1 MB |
Domicile Certificate | For claiming state domicile reservation (if applicable) | PDF, up to 1 MB |
PwD Certificate | For claiming reservation under disability quota (if applicable) | PDF, up to 1 MB |
BPL Certificate | For candidates from Below Poverty Line category (if applicable) | PDF, up to 1 MB |
Email ID and Mobile Number | Used for login, verification, and communication | Should be active and valid |
Step-by-Step Registration Process Overview
The CLAT Registration can be done on the official website of the CLAT exam. To register, the following step-by-step procedure must be followed.
- Visit the official CLAT website and click on "Register".
- Enter personal details – name, email ID, mobile number.
- Create password for login.
- Login and complete the application form.
- Upload documents – photograph, signature, and other certificates.
- Select program (UG or PG) and NLUs preferences.
- Pay application fee through online mode.
- Download application form and confirmation receipt.
CLAT 2026 Important Dates
Candidates can check the CLAT important dates in the table below.
Upcoming Exam Dates | Dates |
CLAT 2026 online registrations | 01 Aug ' 25 - 31 Oct ' 25 |
CLAT 2026 Application Correction Window | To Be Notified |
CLAT 2026 Admit Card | To Be Notified |
CLAT 2026 exam date | 07 Dec ' 25 |
CLAT 2026 Counselling Registration | To Be Notified |
CLAT Provisional Answer Key 2026 | To Be Notified |
CLAT 2026 Objection Window | To Be Notified |
CLAT 2026 Result | To Be Notified |
CLAT 2026 Final Answer Key | To Be Notified |
CLAT 2026 Counselling Registration (Begins) | To Be Notified |
Additional Points to Remember
- Original documents and a set of self-attested photocopies are usually required during verification.
- Keep scanned copies ready for online upload during counseling rounds.
- Final-year students may be allowed provisional admission upon submission of an undertaking.
