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Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) conducted CLAT 2026 exam on December 7, 2025 (Sunday), from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The CLAT 2026 result is announced one week after the exam date, tentatively in the second or third week of December 2025. CLAT marks 75-80 translate into a score of 62% to 66% percentage, as the total marks in CLAT 2026 is 120. As per the CLAT marks vs rank analysis, the expected rank with a CLAT score of 75-80 will be around 3175 - 6260. Through the Common Law Admission Test, candidates will be admitted into 5-year LLB and LLM Read on to determine which will be the top NLUs for CLAT score of 75-80 marks and the cut-off trends.
Below is the list of CLAT 2026 toppers and their All India Ranks (AIR).
| All India Rank | CLAT toppers 2026 |
|---|---|
| AIR 1 | Geetali |
| AIR 2 | Parv |
| AIR 3 | Rohan Joshi |
| AIR 14 | Prathmesh Gaurav |
| AIR 22 | Shaurya Pratap Shahdev |
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As per the CLAT cut-off trends available for last year, a good score in CLAT 2026 is between 90-100 marks for top NLUs. This conclusion is derived from the CLAT cut-off for the general category. However, for other reserved categories, CLAT scores of 75-80 may still turn out to be good enough for admission into top NLUs.
Before the CLAT exam pattern was revised, a CLAT marks 75-80 would have been enough for a general category to gain a seat in premier NLUs such as NLSIU or NALSAR. However, with the reduced number of questions last year, the CLAT exam analysis pointed to an easier question paper, taking the CLAT cut-off marks higher.
The table given below shows the rank into which CLAT 2026 scores of 75-80 will translate into. This data will help candidates set a goal in terms of marks to be achieved that will provide them with strong chances of NLU admission into top universities. As mentioned earlier in the article, a score of 75-80 is not likely to be enough for general and certain other categories for admission into India’s elite NLUs.
Score | Rank |
75 | 6261 |
75.25 | 6086-6202 |
75.5 | 5978-5989 |
75.75 | 5854 |
76 | 5635 |
77 | 5117 |
78 | 4468-4511 |
78.25 | 4291-4422 |
78.5 | 4186-4272 |
79 | 3963-3986 |
79.25 | 3809-3909 |
79.5 | 3667-3692 |
80 | 3457-3506 |
80.25 | 3347-3379 |
80.5 | 3204-3288 |
80.75 | 3086-3176 |
As the CLAT marks vs rank analysis show, anyone with a CLAT score of 75 and above can target those universities where the NLU cut-off is between 3175 - 6260 rank. An NLU where the cut-off rank is higher than 3200 ranks may be difficult to get. As a result, CLAT marks of 75-80 will not be enough for a general category to gain admission into any of the NLUs unless any vacant seats are left at the end of the counselling process.
For SC and ST candidates, the top NLUs for CLAT marks 75-80 are NLSIU Bengaluru, NALSAR Hyderabad, WBNUJS Kolkata, GNLU Gandhinagar, NLU Jodhpur, RMLNLU Lucknow, NLIU Bhopal, HNLU Raipur, NLU Odisha, and MNLU Mumbai. It can be confirmed with the data available as per the CLAT cut-off for SC, and CLAT cut off for ST categories.
The table given below provides the category-wise list of NLUs for CLAT marks 75-80. The top NLUs are those that rank high in the NIRF law rankings 2024 and have a CLAT cut-off rank range of 3175 - 6260. An NLU where the cut-off range is much lower than 6200 rank may not be the appropriate choice for a law aspirant.
NLU | NIRF Rankings | Gen | EWS | OBC | SC | ST |
1 | No | No | No | No | Yes | |
3 | No | No | No | No | Yes | |
NLIU Bhopal (BA LLB) | 27 | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
NLIU Bhopal (BSc LLB) | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | |
WBNUJS Kolkata( BA LLB) | 4 | No | - | No | Yes | Yes |
WBNUJS Kolkata (BSc.LLB Hons) | No | - | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
- | No | No | Yes | Yes | ||
- | No | - | No | Yes | Yes | |
5 | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | |
| - | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | |
21 | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | |
15 | No | - | - | Yes | Yes | |
- | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Other than NLUs, the CLAT 2026 scores are also accepted by several private and government law colleges. Some of the top non-NLUs that offer admission through CLAT 2026 include the universities given in the table below. Candidates who have a valid score in CLAT 2026 can apply to these universities.
College | NIRF Ranking | Details | Expected CLAT Cut-Off Rank |
- | Around 6000 | ||
17 | 2000-49000 | ||
28 | - | - |
The table given below provides the opening and closing cut off ranks for top NLUs for admission with a CLAT score of 75 to 80 marks.
NLU | General (closing rank) | EWS (closing rank) | OBC (closing rank) | SC (closing rank) | ST (closing rank) |
NLSIU Bengaluru | 112 | 703 | 1541 | 3133 | 3396 |
NALSAR Hyderabad | 159 | 546 | 1219 | 3273 | 3621 |
WBNUJS Kolkata (BA LLB) | 327 | - | 4168* | 4753 | 6343 |
WBNUJS Kolkata (BSc LLB) | 711 | - | 4596* | 6987 | 9739 |
NLU Jodhpur | 367 | 986 | 1776 | 5445 | 5955 |
GNLU Gandhinagar | 444 | 1118 | 2303 | 5934 | 8568 |
NLIU Bhopal (BA LLB) | 480 | 1377 | 1757 | 5763 | 8243 |
NLIU Bhopal (BSc LLB) | 915 | 1997 | 2464 | 8625 | 11901 |
RMLNLU Lucknow (BA LLB) | 780 | 2088* | 3769* | 11228* | - |
HNLU Raipur | 807 | - | 2408 | 7660 | 10507 |
*state category reservation
The table given below provides the list of other NLUs in which candidates with a CLAT score of 75-80 have a chance of admission. As in the case of top NLUs, the CLAT cut-off for the general category is much higher than 80 marks even in these NLUs.
NLU | Gen | EWs | OBC | SC | ST |
RGNUL Patiala | No | - | - | Yes | Yes |
CNLU Patna (BA LLB) | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
CNLU Patna (BBA LLB) | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
NUALS Kochi | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
NUSRL Ranchi | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
NLUJA Assam | No | - | Yes | Yes | Yes |
DSNLU Visakhapatnam | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
TNNLU Tiruchirappalli BA LLB | No | - | No | Yes | Yes |
TNNLU Tiruchirappalli BCom LLB | No | - | No | Yes | Yes |
MNLU Nagpur - BA LLB | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
MNLU Nagpur - BBA LLB | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
MNLU Aurangabad- BA LLB | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
MNLU Aurangabad - BBA LLB | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
HPNLU Shimla - BA LLB | No | - | Yes | Yes | |
HPNLU Shimla - BBA LLB | No | - | Yes | Yes | |
MPDNLU Jabalpur | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
DBRANLU Sonepat | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
NLUT Agartala | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The CLAT 2026 result is announced one week after the exam date, tentatively in the second or third week of December 2025.
A score of 75-80 is a good score in CLAT 2025 for SC/ST candidates to secure admission into top NLUs.
The corresponding rank for a CLAT score of 75 to 80 is between 3175 and 6260 as per past trends.
One can check the CLAT 2026 cut-off through the provisional allotment lists (merit lists) published on the consortium's official website after each round of counselling.
25 NLUs, one off-campus of GNLU Gandhinagar in Silvassa and IIULER Goa are participating in CLAT 2026.
On Question asked by student community
With 47.5 marks in CLAT 2026 under General category, chances of admission in top NLUs are very low. However, you may have a chance in lower-ranked or newer NLUs, depending on the cut-off, women reservation, and domicile rules. Final allotment depends on counselling rounds and seat availability.
Thankyou i hope this will resolve some doubt
With a CLAT 2026 score of around 59 marks, being a female candidate from the EWS category with Rajasthan domicile does give you some possibility, but it is important to keep expectations realistic.
NLU Jodhpur is one of the older and more preferred NLUs, so its general cutoff usually remains on the higher side. However, domicile reservation for Rajasthan candidates and the EWS category can slightly improve your chances, especially in later rounds of counselling such as the fourth or fifth list or spot rounds, if seats remain vacant. Female candidates may also benefit indirectly where category and domicile seats overlap.
That said, admission at this score is not guaranteed, and you should definitely keep backup options open. You may have comparatively better chances at newer or lower-ranked NLUs where EWS and domicile cutoffs are generally lower. Participating in all rounds of CLAT counselling is very important, as movement often happens due to withdrawals.
Along with NLU Jodhpur, you should also consider state law universities and reputed private law colleges as alternatives to avoid losing a year. Make sure your documents for EWS and domicile are valid and ready, as they are strictly verified during admission.
Overall, while the chances for NLU Jodhpur are limited at this score, they are not completely ruled out due to your category and domicile advantages. Stay patient during counselling and keep multiple options in hand.
All the best.
Hello
With 83 marks in CLAT 2026 under the MBC category, getting NLU Jodhpur is possible but not guaranteed.
Based on previous years’ trends, the cutoff usually falls around 82–85 marks.
If your rank lies within the cutoff range, your chances improve.
Admission often becomes more likely in the later counselling rounds.
Your category reservation and preference order will play an important role.
Hope it will help you!!!
Hello aspirant,
Your anticipated cutoff range for top and mid-tier NLUs would typically be 60–70+ marks with 58 marks in CLAT (EWS category). Chances in Tier-1 and Tier-2 NLUs are minimal at 58. Depending on the year, rank inflation, and EWS seat availability, you might have a slim chance in lower Tier-3 NLUs or through open seats/spot rounds.
Thank you
Hope it helps you
Hello,
With a score of 82 in CLAT 2026 under the EWS category, you do have a chance at getting into decent NLUs, but it may depend on the specific NLU and the cut-offs for this year.
Generally:
Top NLUs (like NLSIU, NALSAR, NUJS, WBNUJS) usually have higher cut-offs, so 82 might be below their usual EWS opening rank.
Mid-tier NLUs (like HNLU, GNLU, RMLNLU, NLUJ) could be within reach.
Lower-ranked NLUs and state NLUs are more likely to accept your score.
Your best step is to check the previous years’ EWS cut-offs for each NLU to see where your rank might fit.
Hope it helps !
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