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    NLSIU Bangalore expected cutoff 2026 for General, SC, ST, OBC & EWS

    NLSIU Bangalore expected cutoff 2026 for General, SC, ST, OBC & EWS

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    Isha GargUpdated on 08 Dec 2025, 04:00 PM IST

    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.

    NLSIU Bangalore expected cutoff 2026 for General, SC, ST, OBC & EWS
    NLSIU Bangalore expected cutoff 2026 for General, SC, ST, OBC & EWS

    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.

    Expected Cutoff Marks and Ranks

    Category

    Expected rank (2026)

    Expected marks (2026)

    General

    112-115

    98+

    EWS

    700

    89

    OBC

    1540

    85

    SC

    3000

    83+

    ST

    6000

    78+

    Expected Cut-off 2026 Category-Wise Analysis

    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.

    NLSIU Bengaluru Seat Matrix and Reservation 2026

    Course

    Seats

    BA LLB

    310

    LLM

    120

    CLAT

    CLAT Counselling

    DU LLB 5 Year Counselling

    NLSIU Bengaluru Reservation Criteria 2026

    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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