CLAT Fee Structure 2027: Application Fee, Payment Charges & NLU Fees

The CLAT 2027 fee includes the application fee paid during registration, optional charges for previous years’ question papers and applicable bank transaction charges. NLU tuition and other university fees are separate and are payable after admission. Candidates also need to account for the optional cost of previous years’ question papers and the separate fees charged by individual NLUs after admission.

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The CLAT application fee and NLU admission fees are separate charges. The application fee is paid to the Consortium during registration, while programme and other university fees are paid to the respective NLU after admission. With CLAT 2027 applications closing on October 31, 2026, candidates can check the applicable charges, refund conditions and NLU-wise programme fees before completing the payment and planning their admission expenses.

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CLAT Application Fee 2027: Category-Wise Registration Fees

The CLAT registration fee depends on the candidate's category. Candidates need to pay the fee online within the stipulated period to complete the application process.

Category	CLAT UG 2027	CLAT PG 2027
General/OBC	₹4,000	₹4,000
SC/ST/BPL/PwD	₹3,500	₹3,500
NRI	-	₹4,000
Previous-year question papers	₹500 separately	₹500 separately
Bank transaction charges	Additional	Additional
Payment Mode	Online	Online
Refund Available?	No	No

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Is the CLAT Application Fee the Same for All Candidates?

No. The CLAT 2027 application fee depends on the candidate's category. General and OBC candidates have to pay ₹4,000, while candidates belonging to the SC, ST, BPL, and PwD categories have to pay ₹3,500. An additional ₹500 is charged if candidates choose to purchase previous years' CLAT question papers. Bank transaction charges, if applicable, are also payable separately.

CLAT Fee Payment Charges

Candidates must pay additional bank transaction charges, if applicable, when paying the application fee. These charges are separate from the CLAT application fee. The exact transaction amount is displayed in the payment gateway page after the candidate selects a payment method.

Therefore, the final amount payable during the transaction may be higher than the application fee because of the applicable bank charges.

For example, a candidate whose applicable CLAT fee is ₹4,000 should check the payment gateway for any additional transaction charge before completing the payment.

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CLAT Fee Refund Rules

The CLAT 2027 application fee is non-refundable and non-adjustable
If multiple forms are submitted, the last submitted application will be accepted.
The fee paid for the earlier application will not be refunded or adjusted.

CLAT Fee Structure 2027 vs NLU Fees

The CLAT application fee is paid during registration. NLU fees are separate and are paid to the University at the time of admission. Fee components and payment structure vary across universities and programmes. The table below shows the fee structure for a few NLUs accepting CLAT scores for UG & PG programmes.

The following figures are based on the latest fee information available from the respective universities. Fees may vary by academic year and can be revised by individual NLUs. Candidates should check the concerned university's latest admission notification before making payment.

NLU	Programme Fees
NLSIU Bengaluru	BA LL.B. (Hons.): ₹4,51,000 per annum LL.M.: ₹5,06,400 per annum
NALSAR Hyderabad	BA LL.B. (Hons.): ₹3,17,000 per annum LL.M.: ₹2,15,000 per annum
NLIU Bhopal	BA LL.B (Hons.): ₹3,19,300 per annum LL.M.: ₹3,20,700 per annum
WBNUJS Kolkata	BA LL.B (Hons.): ₹1,51,700 per annum LL.M.: ₹1,30,300 per annum
NLU Jodhpur	BA LL.B. (Hons.): ₹1,68,500 per annum LL.M.: ₹1,21,500 for 1st Semester and ₹92,500 for 2nd Semester
HNLU Raipur	BA LL.B. (Hons.): ₹2,10,000 per annum LL.M.: ₹1,60,000 per annum
GNLU Gandhinagar	BA LL.B. (Hons.): ₹2,72,000 per annum LL.M.: ₹2,76,200 per annum
RMLNLU, Lucknow	BA LL.B. (Hons.): ₹2,05,000 per annum LL.M.: ₹1,25,000 per annum
RGNUL, Punjab	BA LL.B. (Hons.): ₹2,97,500 per annum LL.M.: ₹2,46,000 per annum
NUALS, Kochi	B.A. LL.B. (Hons): ₹1,65,600 per annum (Tuition Fee) LL.M.: ₹1,29,000 per annum (Tuition Fee)

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FAQs About CLAT Fee Structure

The total cost may include hostel accommodation, mess charges, admission fees, security deposits, books, and personal expenses. The amount varies by university and student requirements. Check the official fee schedule to calculate the expected cost.

Not necessarily. Some fee schedules list hostel and mess charges separately from tuition fees. Candidates should check the individual NLU's official fee breakdown to determine which expenses are included.

Scholarships and financial assistance may be available through government schemes, state programmes, or university-specific initiatives, depending on eligibility. Candidates should check the relevant NLU's official website and applicable scholarship guidelines for current opportunities.

Refund eligibility depends on the type of payment and the university's applicable rules. Security deposits may be refundable subject to the institution's terms, while admission and other charges may follow different policies. Check the official refund policy before paying.

Candidates should check the official CLAT 2027 counselling notification to confirm the applicable counselling charges, seat confirmation payments, and refund conditions. Counselling-related payments are separate from the initial application fee and follow their own terms.