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    CLAT Marks 50 to 55: Expected Rank and Top NLUs

    CLAT Marks 50 to 55: Expected Rank and Top NLUs

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    Isha GargUpdated on 07 Dec 2025, 12:17 PM IST
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    With CLAT scores of 50 to 55, candidates have very few choices for NLU admission. With a percentage score of less than 50% in CLAT 2026, candidates from the ST category can make it to some of the tier 2 and tier 3 NLUs. The CLAT cut-off trends indicate that the CLAT score of 50 to 55 will not be enough to clear the NLU cut-off for other categories. Read on to find out the expected rank for CLAT 50 to 55 and the top NLU choices for the rank.

    CLAT Marks 50 to 55: Expected Rank and Top NLUs
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    Through the Common Law Admission Test, candidates will be able to secure admission into 5-year LLB and LLM programmes of CLAT colleges that include participating NLUs and over 60+ affiliated colleges.

    Rank for CLAT Marks 50 to 55

    As per the CLAT marks vs rank analysis, the CLAT marks 50 to 55 convert to a rank around 23800 to 29000. The corresponding rank for each of the marks between 50 to 55 is given below.

    Ranks for CLAT Marks 50 to 55

    Score

    Observed Ranks

    50

    28879 - 28986

    50.25

    28546

    50.5

    28457

    52.25

    26532

    52.5

    26419

    52.75

    26109

    53.25

    25587 - 25647

    53.75

    25185

    54

    24970

    55

    23879 - 23960

    Careers360’s CLAT 2026 Rank Predictor

    To predict their rank in CLAT 2026, candidates can also make use of the CLAT rank predictor, a free tool developed by Careers360. Click on the link given below and input the CLAT 2026 score to know the estimated CLAT 2026 rank.

    CLAT Rank Predictor

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    CLAT 2026 rank predictor

    Is CLAT Marks 50 to 55 a Good Score in CLAT 2026?

    50 to 55 marks is not a good score in CLAT 2026 for most candidates. Only ST candidates stand a chance for NLU admission into tier 2 and tier 3 universities. With a CLAT score of 50 to 55 marks, general candidates can gain admission only if there are any vacant seats left at any NLU. CLAT marks of 50 to 55 are even less than the CLAT cut-off for EWS and the CLAT cut-off for OBC categories.

    Top NLUs for CLAT Marks 50 to 55

    Given below are the top NLUs for CLAT marks 50 to 55 for various categories

    Top NLUs for CLAT Marks 50 to 55 for SC


    NLU

    SC

    Opening rank

    Closing rank

    NLUJA Assam

    4020*

    26413*

    MNLU Nagpur - BA LLB

    13180*

    27496*

    MNLU Nagpur - BBA LLB

    17024*

    26619*

    MNLU Aurangabad- BA LLB

    7378*

    30029*

    MNLU Aurangabad - BBA LLB

    22029*

    56594*

    NLUT Agartala

    29955*

    49197*

    *state category reservation

    Top NLUs for CLAT Marks 50 to 55 for ST


    NLU

    ST

    Opening rank

    Closing rank

    NLUJA Assam

    8513*

    39689*

    MNLU Nagpur - BA LLB

    43425*

    57657*

    MNLU Nagpur - BBA LLB

    41775*

    59008*

    MNLU Aurangabad- BA LLB

    55196*

    58448*

    MNLU Aurangabad - BBA LLB

    56594*

    59056*

    NLUT Agartala

    25887*
    -

    RPNLU Prayagraj

    -

    25539*

    *state category reservation

    Top Non NLUs for CLAT Marks 50 to 55

    As an alternative, candidates with low score in CLAT with around 50 to 55 marks can look at other colleges that accept CLAT scores. Given below is a list of few such colleges.

    List of Non-NLUs for CLAT Marks 55 to 60

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: Is 50 a good score in CLAT?
    A:

    50 is a good score in CLAT 2026 for ST candidates to gain admission into tier 2 and tier 3 NLUs.

    Q: How to check the CLAT cut-off?
    A:

    Candidates can check the CLAT cut-off 2026 through the merit list of CLAT 2026.

    Q: How many NLUs are part of the CLAT admission process?
    A:

    25 NLUs, one off-campus of GNLU Gandhinagar in Silvassa and IIULER Goa are part of the CLAT admission process.

    Q: What are the courses offered through CLAT?
    A:

    The courses offered through the Common Law Admission Test include 5-year LLB and LLM.

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    Questions related to CLAT

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    Have a question related to CLAT ?

    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.

    SASTRA Deemed University accepts CLAT scores for admission. The eligibility criteria require class 12 marks, with an aggregate score of 50% in English, CLAT scores, and a maximum age limit of 19 years as of August 1, 2025.



    With a rank of 3917 in CLAT PG, your best options for an LLM include top private universities that accept CLAT scores, along with CUETPG opportunities. Some of the best non-NLU options are BHU, LPU Jalandhar, UPES Dehradun, etc.

    Hello Santosh,

    Domicile cut-offs are unpredictable. You can apply and get a seat only if the domicile category is selected. You can apply, but the chances of getting either of them are rare.

    CLAT is an entrance examination conducted for admissions into law colleges. The qualifying marks vary with the colleges. You should check the details on the website to get a clear idea regarding cut offs for the colleges. You will also get the exam pattern through the article shared.