New Delhi, May 18, 2025 — The CLAT Counselling 2025 process has officially begun following the release of the revised results of the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2025 on May 17. Candidates who have qualified in the exam can now register for the counselling process and secure admission in the country’s top National Law Universities (NLUs).
The counselling registration is being conducted through the official CLAT portal – . The window to apply for the first round of counselling is open from May 17 to May 21, 2025.
Key Highlights:-
Revised CLAT 2025 result released on: May 17, 2025
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CLAT Counselling Registration begins: May 17, 2025
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Last date to register for counselling: May 21, 2025
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First allotment list release date: May 26, 2025
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Official website:
Candidates must follow these steps to register for the counselling process:
Visit the official website:
Click on the ‘Login’ link on the homepage
Access the ‘CLAT Counselling Registration Form’ link
Click on ‘Registration Here’
Fill in the required details including personal information, preferences, and documents
Submit the registration and pay the required counselling fee
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Preference Selection: Applicants must choose at least 15 NLUs in order of their preference during registration.
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Counselling Fee:
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General category candidates must pay ₹30,000
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Reserved category candidates (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD) need to pay ₹20,000
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Exit Option: Candidates who opt out of the counselling process will be considered as having completely exited and will not be eligible for further rounds.
The CLAT Consortium will release multiple allotment lists during the counselling phase:
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First Allotment List: May 26, 2025
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Second Allotment List: June 4, 2025
Each list will include details regarding the NLU allotments based on candidate rankings, category, and preferences filled during registration. Candidates whose names appear in these lists must complete the admission formalities within the stipulated deadlines.
What Happens After Allotment?Once a candidate is allotted a seat in an NLU, they can choose to:
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Accept the seat by paying the university fee and uploading required documents
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Apply for an upgrade while securing the allotted seat
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Exit the process permanently if they do not wish to participate further
Failing to take action within the provided timeline may result in forfeiture of the counselling fee and cancellation of the allotted seat.
Why Is CLAT Counselling Important?The CLAT counselling process is the gateway to admission in prestigious NLUs for both undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) law programs. With intense competition and limited seats, each phase of counselling is critical for securing a spot in the desired institution.
More than 60,000 students appeared for CLAT 2025, and only a limited number of them will secure admission into top-tier NLUs through this structured counselling process.
Final ThoughtsThe launch of CLAT Counselling 2025 marks a crucial step for aspirants aiming for a career in law. With the first allotment list just around the corner, it is essential for candidates to complete the registration process on time, pay the fees, and stay updated with the consortium’s official announcements.
For the latest updates and detailed counselling schedules, candidates are advised to regularly check the .
