NLU Students Request Consortium to Respond on CLAT Application and Counselling Fee Reduction

Student representatives from NLUs across India raised concerns that the Consortium of NLUs has ignored multiple requests to reduce CLAT application and counselling fees.

They submitted three representations: first in November 2024, highlighting financial and procedural hurdles; second in July 2025 to the Consortium, UGC, BCI, and Ministry of Law, recommending need-based waivers; and third in September 2025, requesting a virtual meeting with the Consortium’s Executive Body.

The students noted the Consortium had not responded and urged action. Earlier this month, the Consortium invited public suggestions for CLAT 2027 reforms.