CLAT PG Cut off 2026: Check Category-wise Expected Cutoff Marks, and Good Score

The CLAT cutoff marks and rank 2026 will be released by the Consortium of National Law Universities on its official website- consortiumofnlus.ac.in. The CLAT PG cutoff marks will be released as part of the CLAT PG merit list after each counselling round.

The CLAT PG cutoff 2026 will vary across categories. As per the past years' analysis, the CLAT PG cutoff 2026 will be:

• The General category will need around 95–100+ marks to secure admission in top NLUs like NLSIU Bengaluru, NALSAR Hyderabad, and WBNUJS Kolkata.
• For OBC and EWS candidates, cutoff will be low around 85–95 and 80–90 marks, respectively which can get them into colleges like GNLU and RMLNLU.
• At the same time, SC applicants can anticipate a cutoff of 70–85 marks and ST 65–80 marks, making mid-range and newer NLUs accessible.

A good CLAT PG 2026 score is 90+ marks for General candidates and 80+ for the reserved category, which will provide them a competitive rank and high chances of securing top NLUs.

CLAT PG Cutoff Rank 2025

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Key Summary

• The CLAT PG Cutoff 2026 is the minimum mark required to secure a seat in top NLUs, including NLSIU Bengaluru, NALSAR Hyderabad, WBNUJS Kolkata, and other law universities.
• The general category expected good score and cutoff range is: 100+ marks (very top ranks, NLSIU/NALSAR), 95–99 marks (Top 3 NLUs), 85–94 marks (Top 100 ranks, Jodhpur, GNLU, NLIU), 71–84 marks (mid-tier NLUs like Mumbai, Odisha), and 63–70 marks (upper-mid to mid-tier NLUs, depending on year).
• OBC-NCL/EWS category candidates are likely to have cutoffs 5–10 marks below General, whereas SC/ST cutoffs are expected to be 15–20 marks lower.
• CLAT PG cutoffs show that scores of 90–95+ will provide the top 3 NLUs, while mid-tier NLUs open up from 75–85 marks.
• CLAT PG cutoffs only ensure eligibility; for admissions to most top NLUs, candidates must target at least 90+ marks (General) and 80+ marks (Reserved categories).
• Compared to CLAT PG 2025, the 2026 cutoff is likely to rise slightly by 2–3 marks, especially for top NLUs, due to higher participation and competition.

What is CLAT PG Cut-Off Marks?

The CLAT PG Cut-off marks mean the minimum score needed to qualify for admission and vary by category and university. These cut-offs are determined by several factors, including the Difficulty of the Exam, the number of Candidates, the Performance of Candidates, and Available Seats.

CLAT PG Cutoff 2026 Category-wise

The CLAT PG Cutoff category-wise shows that the General category candidates will need the CLAT PG cutoff around 95–98+ marks for top NLUs.

The CLAT PG cutoff for EWS (94–96) and OBC (92–95) will be slightly lower than that to the general category.

For SC and ST candidates, the CLAT PG cutoff is expected to be in the range of 86–90 and 82-86, respectively.

The PwD candidates will have the lowest cutoff in the range of 78-80.

CLAT PG Good Score 2026

A Score of 70+ in CLAT is consiidered a good, placing you in the rank ranging from 300-600 and will provide the opportunity to get admission into Mid-tier NLUs (Mumbai, Odisha, etc.).

• Scores above 100 guarantee very top ranks and strong chances at NLSIU Bengaluru and NALSAR Hyderabad.
• Scores 95–99 likely yield ranks within top 10–50, making top 3 NLUs, including WBNUJS, accessible.
• Scores 85–94 generally correspond to top 100 ranks, suitable for other top-tier NLUs like Jodhpur and GNLU.
• Scores 63–70 may result in ranks within top 50–100, offering access to a mix of mid to upper-mid tier NLUs.
• Scores 57–63 roughly translate to ranks 50–100, showing small score improvements can significantly impact rank.

CLAT PG Total Marks

The CLAT PG 2026 will be of 120 marks, with 120 MCQs each worth 1 mark and -0.25 for each incorrect answer, including the subjects like Legal Reasoning and Current Affairs, which carry the highest weightage of around 25% each, while English and Logical Reasoning will have around 20% each. Quantitative Techniques will cover the remaining 10%.

The CLAT PG total marks have changed from past years

• CLAT 2008 was of 190 marks
• In 2009–2019, the CLAT PG total marks increased to 200 marks from 190
• From CLAT PG 2020 - 2023, the total marks have been reduced to 150 marks.
• In CLAT PG 2024, 2025, and 2026, the total marks were set at 120 marks

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CLAT PG Cutoff Marks 2025

The cut-off marks for CLAT 2025 indicate a competitive admission process for various NLUs. The General/UR category may have a cut-off range of 85 to 91 marks, indicating strong competition. The EWS category follows with 81 to 85 marks, and the OBC category is slightly lower at 79 to 81 marks. For other reserved categories, the cut-offs are lower, with SC candidates expected to need 55 to 60 marks and ST candidates needing 46 to 50 marks. Overall, candidates will need to score quite well to gain admission to the top NLUs.

CLAT PG cutoff for top NLUs 

Here are the expected cutoffs for some of the leading NLUs:

*Note: The asterisk indicates state-specific reservations that may apply

CLAT PG Cut-Off Ranks Category-Wise 2024

The table below gives the cut-off ranks for the academic year 2024 as per the fifth and final allotment list and should give the 2025 appearing candidates a fair idea of the final ranks on which admissions occurred in the previous year:

CLAT PG Cut-Off Ranks Category-Wise 2023

Below is a table displaying the CLAT PG 2023 opening and closing ranks for different categories:

CLAT PG Cut-Off Ranks Category-Wise 2022

CLAT PG Cut Off ranks 2022 are as follows:

CLAT PG Cut-Off Ranks Category-Wise 2021

CLAT PG Cut Off Marks 2021 are as follows:

CLAT PG Cut-Off Ranks Category-Wise 2020

CLAT PG Cut-Off Ranks 2020 are as follows:

What Happens After the CLAT Cut-Off is Released

• Cut-Off Announcement: The cut-off marks are released, indicating the minimum scores required for admission to various National Law Universities (NLUs).
• Eligibility Assessment: Candidates can check if they meet or exceed the cut-off to determine their eligibility for admission.
• Invitation Sent: Eligible candidates will receive an invitation via SMS or email to participate in the counseling process.
• Counseling Process: Invited candidates can fill in their preferences for NLUs during the counseling phase.
• Non-Eligible Candidates: Those who do not meet the cut-off will not be considered for admission.
• Seat Allotment Rounds: The counseling process includes multiple rounds of seat allotment, where candidates can confirm their acceptance of seats based on their ranks and preferences.

List of Documents Required for CLAT 2025 PG Counselling Process:

• Class 10 Marksheet (as a Date of Birth proof)
• Class 12 Marksheet
• CLAT PG 2025 Admit Card
• LLB Marksheet
• Character Certificate
• Transfer/Migration Certificate
• Reservation Certificate (If relevant)
• Disability Certificate (If relevant)
• Domicile Certificate (If relevant)
• Any other supporting document to claim your seat if applied under a category such as Wards of Serving/Retired Defence Personnel, EWS, Sons/daughters of Ex-servicemen/Defence service personnel etc.

Easy Steps to Submit a Grievance on Your CLAT Account

1. Log In to Your CLAT Account
   • Go to the official CLAT website.
   • Enter your username and password to log in.
2. Find the ‘Submit Grievance’ Tab
   • After logging in, look for the menu or dashboard.
   • Click on the ‘Submit Grievance’ tab.
3. Write About Your Grievance
   • In the box provided, explain your issue clearly.
   • Make sure your message is no longer than 1000 words.
4. Upload Supporting Documents
   • Collect any documents that help explain your issue.
   • Use the upload option to attach these documents.
5. Submit Your Grievance
   • Check all the information you entered.
   • Click on the ‘Submit’ button to send your grievance.

CLAT PG Result

Applicants may see their result via logging on their dashboard and see their marks.

CLAT 2024 Postgraduate (PG) Percentile and State-Wise Breakdown of Top Scorers

Here’s an extract of the above info in short-

Test Structure and Attendance

Duration: 120 minutes (160 minutes for PwD/SAP candidates).

Question Count: 120 questions in one section.