Low Rank/Score in CLAT? Check Here List of Law Colleges for Admission in India
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Low Rank/Score in CLAT? Check Here List of Law Colleges for Admission in India

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Sumeet SudarshanUpdated on 16 Nov 2024, 12:40 PM IST
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The prospect of having a low score in CLAT 2025 is a cause of worry for many law aspirants. The analysis of last year's CLAT cut-off trends suggests that a good score in CLAT 2025 is expected to be 95+ marks for tier 1 NLUs. With 75000 candidates registering for CLAT 2025, the competition is very tough. However, there are plenty of college options available for students with a low rank in CLAT 2025 if one is willing to look beyond the top NLUs. In the list of CLAT 2025 colleges, there are over 60+ private colleges in addition to the NLUs, which offer good alternatives to candidates with a low score in CLAT 2025. Read on to find out which are the top colleges for candidates with low scores in CLAT 2025 including the courses and fees.

This Story also Contains

  1. About CLAT (Common Law Admission Test)
  2. Law colleges in India accepting low CLAT Scores (Eligibility Criteria)
  3. List of Law colleges in India accepting low CLAT score
  4. Top locations with colleges accepting CLAT Score
  5. Admission Process at Law colleges in India Accepting Low CLAT 2025 Scores
  6. Popular Law Examinations
  7. Direct Admissions Without Law Entrance Exams
  8. Law Specialisations
Low Rank/Score in CLAT? Check Here List of Law Colleges for Admission in India
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CLAT 2025 is scheduled to be conducted on December 1, 2024. Through the Common Law Admission Test candidates can get admission into 3-year LLB, 5-year LLB, and LLM programmes of affiliate colleges. The list of affiliate colleges in CLAT 2025 includes well-known names such as NMIMS, UPES Dehradun, and BITS Law School, Mumbai. Candidates can also consider appearing for other law entrance exams if they have a low score in CLAT 2025 to increase their chances of admission into some of the top law colleges in India.

About CLAT (Common Law Admission Test)

The CLAT exam is conducted once a year in December. At present, there are around 130 CLAT exam centres across the country. The CLAT syllabus tests the candidates in five sections namely - english, current affairs, legal reasoning, logical reasoning, and maths. There are no qualifying marks in CLAT. However, a low score in CLAT can make it difficult to get into NLUs. The CLAT 2025 cut off for top NLUs such as NLSIU Bengaluru, NALSAR Hyderabad and WBNUJS Kolkata is expected to be more than 100 marks as pointed out by trends last year.

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As per the revised CLAT exam pattern, there will be 120 questions in CLAT 2025 divided across five sections. The paper is for 120 marks, with each correct answer carrying one mark, and a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer.

Law colleges in India accepting low CLAT Scores (Eligibility Criteria)

Over 60+ colleges other than NLUs in India accept low CLAT scores. Given below is the eligibility criteria of colleges that accept low CLAT 2025 score. However, candidates are advised to check with individual colleges as the eligibility criteria may slightly differ from one college to another.

Eligibility Criteria for Law CLAT 2025 Score

CourseDetails
5-year LLBA pass in 10+2 or equivalent with a minimum percentage of 40-45%. Candiates appearing for their class 12 exams can also apply. No age limit.
3-year LLBGraduation in any stream with a minimum 45-50%. Final year students can also apply. No age limit
LLMA law degree in 3-year LLB or 5-year LLB with a minimum 50%. Final year law students can also apply.
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List of Law colleges in India accepting low CLAT score

Here is the list of top law colleges in India that offer admission to candidates with low CLAT scores and allow them to pursue their undergraduate degree in law: -

Name of CollegeCoursesFees

KPMSOL Mumbai

BA LLB (Hons.)

BBA LLB (Hons.)

LLM

PhD

-

Alliance School of Law, Bangalore

BA LLB Hons

BBA LLB Hons

LLB

LLM

PhD in Law


BA LLB Hons - Rs. 3L pa

BBA LLB Hons - Rs. 3L pa

LLB - Rs. 3L pa

LLM - Rs.3 L pa

PhD in Law - Rs.1L pa


Presidency University, Bangalore

BBA LLB Hons

BA LLB Hons

B.Com LLB Hons

LLM (Intellectual Property Rights)

LLM (Technology Law)


-

Institute of Law, Nirma University, Ahmedabad

BA LLB (Hons.)
B.Com LLB (Hons.)
LLM
BA LLB (Hons.) - Rs. 15.41L
B.Com LLB (Hons.) - Rs. 15.41 L

UPES Dehradun

BA LLB

B.Com LLB Hons

BBA LLB Hons

LLB

LLM

PhD


BA LLB - 1.75L pa

B.Com LLB Hons - Rs.1.67L pa

BBA LLB Hons - Rs. 1.67L pa

LLB - Rs.1.90L pa

LLM - 1.30L pa

PhD - Rs.1L per semester


BITS Law School, Mumbai

BA LLB Hons

BBA LLB Hons


BA LLB Hons - Rs.10.23 L pa

BBA LLB Hons - Rs.10.23L pa


BML Munjal University

BA LLB Hons

BBA LLB Hons

LLB

PhD


BA LLB Hons - Rs.3.15L pa

BBA LLB Hons - Rs.3.15L pa

LLB - Rs.2.5L pa

PhD - Tuition Fees 62500 per semester


GD Goenka University

BA LLB Hons

BBA LLB Hons

B.Com LLB Hons

LLB Hons

LLM


BA LLB Hons - Rs.2.15 L pa

BBA LLB Hons - Rs. 2.15 L pa

B.Com LLB Hons - Rs.1.65 L pa

LLB Hons - Rs.1.10 L pa

LLM - Rs. 1.65 L pa



Top locations with colleges accepting CLAT Score

Several Indian colleges use CLAT results to determine law admission. The table given below describes the colleges accepting CLAT scores in prominent cities in India.

Citywise List of Colleges Accepting CLAT Scores

Admission Process at Law colleges in India Accepting Low CLAT 2025 Scores

Given below is the admission process at law colleges which accept scores in the Common Law Admission Test.

  • Appear in CLAT 2025 and get a valid score.
  • Fill out the application form of the desired law college that accepts CLAT 2025 scores.
  • Fill out the details about the CLAT 2025 exam such as the score, CLAT registration number, and admit card number.
  • Publication of merit list by the college/university.
  • Completion of admission formalities such as document verification and fee payment to obtain seat allotment.
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Important Points for Admissions at Law Colleges with Low CLAT 2025 Scores

Here are some important points to be kept in mind as far as the admission process of colleges accepting low CLAT scores is concerned.

  • Admissions in NLUs is done through a centralised CLAT 2025 counselling process. However, for other colleges accepting low CLAT scores, candidates must individually apply to the colleges.
  • Candidates must also ensure that they fulfil the eligibility criteria prescribed by the college authorities.
  • Candidates should verify details such as their affiliation, fee structure, placements and more.
  • CLAT 2025 admit card and scorecard will be needed for the admission process. Candidates must ensure they have a copy of these documents besides other documents such as qualification certificates and reservation certificates (if applicable).

Popular Law Examinations

Besides, CLAT, candidates should can look at some other law entrance exams. Some are state level exams, while some are national-level exams to get admission in law programmes of participating colleges. The most common Law admissions exams that students are required to take are listed below:

Other Law Entrance Exams

Direct Admissions Without Law Entrance Exams

Another option for candidates with low score in CLAT 2025 is to look at law colleges without entrance exams. The admissions to these colleges is done based on the marks obtained in the qualifying exam. Candidates do not have to appear for any law entrance exam. Some of the options for law admission without entrance exams for candidates with low rank in CLAT 2025 include TNDALU 2025 admission and GNDU law admissions, among others.

Law Specialisations

The most popular law specializations that the students opt for are criminal law, civil law, corporate law, Tax Law, and IP Law. It is a well-known degree among students. Other specialisations are shown in the table below.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What law programs are available through CLAT 2025
A:

With a valid score in CLAT UG candidates can gain admission into five-year integrated law programs. Through CLAT PG candidates can gain admission into LLM programmes.

Q: Is there an age limit to take CLAT 2025?
A:

No, there is no upper age limit for taking the CLAT exam.

Q: When is CLAT 2025 exam date?
A:

CLAT 2025 is scheduled to be conducted on December 1, 2024.

Q: After passing CLAT 2025, in which colleges can I get admission?
A:

There are 24 NLUs and one private university which are part of the Consortium of NLUs.  CLAT scores are accepted by more than sixty law schools in the country.

Q: Which is the best law college of India accepting CLAT scores?
A:

NLSIU Bangalore is the best law college of India accepting CLAT scores.

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Questions related to CLAT

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Have a question related to CLAT ?

Hi dear candidate,

Both the colleges Maharaja Agrasen (MAIMS) or Gitarattan (GIBS) are affiliated to IP University and allows admission either by CLAT or IPU CET Law. Without either of these exams, your admission is NOT accepted there. You can try looking for management quota seats in these colleges if you have got good marks in 12th class.

BEST REGARDS

Hi dear candidate,

You can easily register yourself for CLAT exam by visiting the Consortium of NLUs official website and follow these steps:

  • Register yourself with your EMail ID, phone number and password.
  • Log in using OTP
  • Complete application form by entering details, selecting program (UG/PG) and uploading required documents mentioned there.
  • Then at last, review the application and pay the registration fees.
  • Download your confirmation slip.

Know the complete process at:

CLAT Registration 2026 (Started): Documents Required, Application Fee, Link, Steps to Apply

BEST REGARDS

Right now there is no official e-guide for CLAT 2026 released by the Consortium of NLUs. They usually provide sample questions and model papers closer to the exam, but not a complete guide at this stage.

You can still prepare using free study material available online. Many websites provide free downloadable PDFs, mock tests, and previous year papers that will help you understand the pattern and practice important topics.

If you want a structured book, there are two good options. The Oswaal CLAT & AILET guide has past year solved papers, topic-wise questions, and mock tests. The Arihant CLAT Conqueror book has more than 3000 practice questions with solutions. Both are helpful depending on whether you prefer solved papers or more practice questions.

Hello,

Here is the link where you will get CLAT Question Paper solution : CLAT 2024 Question Paper with solutions

Hope it helps !

Hello,

For your question, the answer is the examination date for the CLAT is likely Sunday, December 7, 2025. Also, for your info, the application period is began  on August 1, 2025, and continues till October 31, 2025.

I hope it will clear your query!!