CLAT Merit List 2021

CLAT Merit List 2021 - The Consortium of NLUs will release the CLAT 2021 merit list at the time of result declaration. The merit list of CLAT 2021 will be available for download from consortiumofnlus.ac.in. The merit list is an important document as it brings clarity on who may get a seat in NLU and who may miss the chance. The CLAT 2021 merit list pdf contains the roll number of all candidates who appeared in the Common Law Admission Test along with their all India rank. Those ranked higher on the merit list of CLAT will get preference over others at the time of NLU seat allotment. Based on the merit list, the consortium will prepare a CLAT invite list consisting of the names of the candidates eligible for appearing in the counselling process. The CLAT admissions are given on the basis of merit cum preference. Read the complete article to know all about CLAT merit list, invite list, counselling and admission process.

CLAT 2021 Merit List - Important Dates

How to Download CLAT Merit List 2021

• Visit the official website of CLAT - consortiumofnlus.ac.in.

• Click on the Consolidated All India Merit List option of your level (UG or PG)

• The merit list of CLAT will be displayed in a PDF format

• Download and check your roll number and ranking.

CLAT merit list 2021 - Details Mentioned

The merit list includes the following details.

• Marks score by the candidate

• All India Rank

• Admit card number

Where Can I see my CLAT 2021 Category Rank?

The consortium doesn’t provide a category-specific merit list. However, candidates may check their CLAT category rank by logging into the admission portal. The category rank of CLAT plays a crucial role in deciding whether the candidate will get admission to an NLU or not. Many national law universities provide domicile reservation, so the category reservation supported by the domicile reservation can give substantial benefits to the candidates in the admission process.

CLAT Merit Rank - Tiebreaker

If two or more candidates score the same marks in the CLAT exam, then merit rank of such candidates will be decided in the following sequence:

• The candidates with a higher score in “CLAT Legal Aptitude” section will be ranked higher

• If the tie is still unresolved, the candidate senior in age gets higher rank

• If a deadlock continues even after age criteria, it will finally be decided by computerized draw of lots.

CLAT merit list 2021 - Process Explained

The all india CLAT 2021 merit list will be prepared using the marks obtained by the candidates in the Common Law Admission Test. The merit list will include all candidates irrespective of their CLAT qualification status. It is a comprehensive list of the candidates in the descending order their CLAT marks. Those who score a higher mark will be given a better rank than the rest of the candidates. For example; the CLAT topper will have AIR 1 rank and will be followed by someone who has second-highest marks.

Why is the CLAT Merit List Important?

The merit list is very important, given the fact that admissions to all national law universities are offered based on merit. It becomes less important how much a candidate scores if the rank is higher than others. The consortium also takes the CLAT merit list for making the invite list for counselling. And, at the time of counselling, someone getting a higher rank than others will be given preference in NLU seat allotment. So, it is recommended that candidates try to aim for a higher rank if they wish to get into a college of their choice, especially a top-ranked institute

What is the CLAT Invite List?

It is released after the declaration of CLAT result and merit list. The invite list of CLAT is basically a list of the candidates whom the consortium invites for attending the counselling process. Those who become part of the invite list of CLAT 2021 will have to log in at consortiumofnlus.ac.in and register for the counselling. Note here that the invite list includes 5 times more candidates than the total number of seats. So, having a name in the invite list is also not a guarantee of admission. One has to secure a good rank in CLAT merit list in order to get a seat in NLU. Those who do not find a place in the CLAT 2021 invite list will be more or less out of the race to NLU.

CLAT 2020 Merit list - Download here

What after the CLAT merit list?

After the release of the merit list, the consortium starts the counselling process. Candidates shortlisted for counselling through the merit list will have to complete the CLAT counselling registration for which Rs. 50,000 fees has to be paid in online mode. The counselling is conducted in three rounds and involves activities such as verification of the documents of the candidates by the consortium etc. If a candidate is allotted a seat through, he/she may complete the remaining admission formalities by visiting the NLU allotted to him/her.

CLAT Provisional Merit List 2021

It is released after the seat allotment. The CLAT 2021 provisional merit list is released by the consortium separately for all participating NLUs. It contains the names of the candidates who are shortlisted for admission to the national law universities.

CLAT Provisional Merit List 2019