Search Colleges, Exams, Schools & more
Login
CLAT Marks 40 to 45: Top NLUs and Best Non-NLU Options for You
A score of 40 to 45 marks can be considered a very low score in CLAT. With 40-45 CLAT marks, only candidates from ST categories and candidates having domicile reservation will be able to secure NLU admission. Candidates have to aim for non-NLUs which accept scores in CLAT 2025. Past NLU cut-off trends indicate that a score of 40 to 45 marks in CLAT will translate into a rank between 32000 to 36000. In this article, let’s look at which are the best NLU and Non-NLU options for candidates with 40 to 45 marks in CLAT.
Through the Common Law Admission Test candidates will be admitted into the 5-year LLB and LLM programmes of participating universities. The Consortium of NLUs will conduct a centralised CLAT counselling process for seat allotment.
Ranks for CLAT Marks 40-45
The CLAT marks vs rank comparison shows that, a candidate with CLAT marks between 40-45 is likely to obtain a rank between 32000 to 36000. Given below is the expected corresponding rank for scores around the CLAT mark 40-45.
Marks vs Rank for CLAT Marks 40-45
Marks | Rank |
40 | 35000 - 36000 |
41 | 34000 - 35000 |
42 | 33500 - 34000 |
43 | 33000 - 33500 |
44 | 32500-33000 |
45 | 32000-32500 |
CLAT 2025 College Predictor by Careers360
The CLAT College Predictor is a free tool developed by Careers360 that candidates can use to predict the NLUs and the programmes in which they have good chances of admission based on their ranks. Candidates have to enter details such as their rank, state, category, seat type, and gender. Based on these inputs, the predictor will come up with the NLU recommendations. The direct link to the predictor is given below.
Careers360 CLAT College Predictor
Particulars | Details |
CLAT 2025 College Predictor |
Top NLUs for CLAT Marks 40-45
The CLAT cut-off trends show that only ST category candidates will have a realistic chance of admission at NLUs with a score of 40-45 marks. The list of NLUs is given below.
Top NLUs for 40-45 Marks
NLU | ST | |
Opening rank | Closing rank | |
NLUJA Assam | 17149* | 46899* |
TNNLU Tiruchirappalli BA LLB | 38376* | - |
MNLU Mumbai | 24593* | 34264* |
MNLU Nagpur - BA LLB | 29470* | 50326* |
MNLU Nagpur - BBA LLB | 42740* | 46480* |
MNLU Aurangabad- BA LLB | 41238* | - |
MNLU Aurangabad - BBA LLB | 47604* | - |
NLUT Agartala | 31488* | - |
*state category reservation
Best Non NLUs for CLAT Marks 40
Since 40-45 marks is a low score in CLAT 2025, candidates must consider Non-NLUs. There are over 60+ law colleges accepting CLAT scores. They are good alternatives to pursue law. The table given below provides a list of some of the non-NLUs that accept CLAT scores.
Non-NLUs for CLAT Marks 40-45
Articles
Related Stories
|
Upcoming Law Exams
Certifications By Top Providers
Explore Top Universities Across Globe
Popular Courses and Specializations
Popular Degrees
List of colleges accepting CLAT
Browse Law Colleges by State
Questions related to CLAT
On Question asked by student community
Have a question related to CLAT ?
Several top law colleges are accepting the CLAT score, other than the NLUs. These include:
- Siksha ‘O’ Anusadhan University, Bhubaneswar
- Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Science, Chennai
- Lovely Professional University
- Institute of Law, Nirma University
Candidates can check out the detailed list of non-NLUs accepting CLAT for admission in
Hi,
You can check NLU wise marks required in CLAT PG for admissions here .
Hi,
You can refer to books like AP Bhardwaj for legal aptitude, RS Aggarwal for reasoning, and dedicated guides like CULET Guide by Dipanjan Mitra for best preparation for CULET. Additionally, you can refer to the CULET previous year question papers .
Hi,
You can download the CLAT PG previous year question papers here .
SASTRA Deemed University accepts CLAT scores for admission. They admit students based on CLAT scores as well as class 12 marks, with an aggregate score of 50% in English. Based on these scores, a merit list is published by the university.
Start a career in Law. Admissions Open for LLB courses for
Among top 100 Universities Globally in the Times Higher Education (THE) Interdisciplinary Science Rankings 2026
Manav Rachna University Law Admissions 2026
ApplyAdmissions open for B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) and LL.B Program (3 Years) | School of Law, MRU ranked No. 1 in Law Schools of Excellence in India by GHRDC (2023)
SCSVMV Deemed to be University | Law Admissions 2026
ApplyLaw at SCSVMV | NAAC 'A' Grade | AICTE, BCI & UGC Aproved | 100% Placement Support | Merit-based Scholarships
Unitedworld School of Law Admissions 2026
ApplyMoot Court | Mock trials | Legal Aid Clinic
Chandigarh University Admissions 2026
ApplyNAAC A+ Accredited | Among top 2% Universities Globally (QS World University Rankings 2026)
RV University, Bangalore | Law Admissions 2026
ApplyExcellent curriculum; an impressive range of electives, besides core law courses. Up to 100% merit scholarship on a first-come, first-served basis
CLAT Notifications
Never miss CLAT update
Get timely CLAT updates directly to your inbox. Stay informed!