An expected CLAT score for NLSIU Bengaluru places a candidate within the rank range for their category. The expected cutoff depends on various factors such as the difficulty level of the exam, the number of CLAT applicants, seat availability at NLUs, and reservation policies for various categories. A score above 98 in CLAT is expected to secure a seat at NLSIU Bengaluru for General category candidates. The expected closing rank for the General category is between 112 and 115, which secures admission chances here.
A good score in CLAT 2026 varies based on the candidate’s preferred NLUs and category. For general category candidates, scoring around 100–110 marks is generally viewed as competitive for admission to top NLUs.
Candidates from the EWS, OBC, SC, and ST categories also have high cutoffs, but slightly lower than those for General. For instance, in 2025, EWS candidates secured admission with a closing rank of around 703, while the closing rank for OBC candidates was 1,541. SC and ST candidates saw closing ranks around 3,133 and 3396, respectively. This shows the competitive nature of admissions across all categories at NLSIU Bengaluru.
Category | Expected rank (2026) | Expected marks (2026) |
General | 112-115 | 98+ |
EWS | 700 | 89 |
OBC | 1540 | 85 |
SC | 3000 | 83+ |
ST | 6000 | 78+ |
For the General category, admission to NLSIU Bengaluru is extremely competitive. Only candidates who secure a rank between 112 and 115 and score above 98 are considered safe for selection. The CLAT cutoff is high because of the limited number of seats and the large number of applicants. For EWS candidates, the cutoff is at rank 700 with a score of 89. The competition is moderate, but the benchmark is still high due to limited reserved seats.
For OBC candidates, the cutoff is around rank 1540 with a score of at least 85. This is slightly lower than the General category, but still demanding because of the limited number of reserved seats. For SC candidates, the cutoff is at rank 3000 with a score of 83+. ST candidates can expect admission with a rank around 6000 and a score of 78+. The CLAT reservation policy gives some relaxation in cut-offs, but the competition still remains high. The cutoffs remain competitive due to the high number of applicants and limited CLAT seats for each category.
Course | Seats |
BA LLB | 310 |
LLM | 120 |
Category | Reservation | Number of seats |
Scheduled Caste | 15.0% | 45 |
Scheduled Tribe | 7.5% | 23 |
Other Backward Classes (NCL) | 27.0% | 81 |
Economically Weaker Section | 10.0% | 30 |
General | N/A | 121 |
Total | 300 | |
Seats for Karnataka Students (additional) | N/A | 10 |
Revised Total | 310 |
The CLAT reservation criteria for NLSIU Bengaluru in 2026 are designed to ensure fair representation for all sections of society. The university allocates seats based on government-mandated percentages, providing opportunities for candidates from General, SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories. Despite this reservation system, the cutoffs remain highly competitive due to the large number of applicants and limited seats in each category. This makes thorough preparation and consistent performance essential for every aspirant aiming to secure admission at NLSIU Bengaluru.
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The CLAT PG exam pattern consists of 120 questions and 2-hour MCQ exam with negative marking.
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