Consortium of National Law Universities (CNLU) has announced a delay in the CLAT 2025 Counseling schedule following a directive from the Delhi High Court.
CLAT 2025 Merit List Under Review
The CLAT 2025 Merit List, out on December 7, 2024, proved controversial as the Delhi High Court's single bench has directed a review. Being rejected by the division bench, an appeal was filed at the Supreme Court.
Revised CLAT 2025 Counseling Schedule Pending
Initially, the first admission list for NLUs was scheduled for December 26, 2024. However, this has been postponed. A revised CLAT 2025 Counseling calendar will be announced after the Supreme Court addresses the matter.
Impacted Events
| Event | Original Date | Current Status |
|---|---|---|
| Release of Merit List | December 7, 2024 | Published |
| First Admission List | December 26, 2024 | Delayed |
| Counseling Start Date | December 28, 2024 | Awaiting Update |
Official Statement from the Consortium
The Consortium renewed its assurance of transparency and fairness in the CLAT 2025 Counseling process. All candidates are being told to be patient while the situation unravels. Updates will be posted on the CLAT website 2025.
Also Read: CLAT 2025: Admissions Counselling Process Instructions Released
Candidate Advisory
- Keep Track of Official Updates Regarding the Updated CLAT 2025 Counseling Schedule.
- Prepare documents- Ensure one has all necessary documents required for submission.
- Monitor for Announcements: The Supreme Court decision will determine the new timeline.
This has worried the aspirants due to the unexpected delay in the CLAT 2025 Counseling schedule. The Consortium has, however, assured the aspirants of resolution at the earliest. Candidates are advised to keep their focus on the steps to be taken forward and wait for further updates.
CLAT 2025 Counselling Dates
The Consortium has not announced the revised CLAT 2025 Counselling Dates yet. However, the tentative dates to be:
| Events | Dates |
| Commencement of CLAT counselling registration | December 26-30 |
| Last date to register for CLAT counselling | TBA |
| CLAT First Allotment List | TBA |
| Payment of confirmation fee to consortium for freeze and float options and admission by NLUs for the CLAT first allotment list | TBA |
| CLAT Second Allotment List | TBA |
| Payment of confirmation fee to consortium for freeze and float options and admission by NLUs for second allotment list | TBA |
| CLAT Third Allotment List | TBA |
| Payment of confirmation fee to consortium for freeze and float options and admission by NLUs for the third allotment list | TBA |
