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CLAT EWS Cutoff 2023: College-wise & Course-wise Ranks

• Updated on 9 Oct, 2026 by Kollegeapply

The CLAT 2023 EWS cutoff has been released by the Consortium of National Law Universities. This page shows EWS cutoff trends across colleges and courses (All & Female where available). Check the official site https://consortiumofnlus.ac.in/clat-2025/ for notifications.

We’ve analyzed CLAT cutoffs for 2023 to help you gauge admission chances at top colleges.


CLAT 2023 EWS category cutoff ranges from 510 to 3,612 rank. Candidates with rank under 2,064 have high chances of getting top colleges like NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR, and GNLU Gandhinagar.


CLAT 2023 Cutoff Highlights

The CLAT 2023 cutoff represents the minimum rank required to qualify for admissions into participating colleges.

The cutoff is released by the Consortium of National Law Universities and is used for counselling and seat allocation.


Key Highlights

  • Exam Name: CLAT 2023
  • Conducting Body: Consortium of National Law Universities
  • Cutoff Type: Rank
  • Total Counselling Rounds: 5
  • Total Colleges Participating: 15
  • Top Courses: B.A. LL.B (Hons.), BBA LL.B. (Hons.), B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) in International Public Law
  • Quota Types: All India, Home State

CLAT 2023 Cutoff Overview

The table below provides complete details of the CLAT 2023 cutoff including exam structure, categories, and admission scope.

ParticularsDetails
Exam NameCLAT
Conducting BodyConsortium of National Law Universities
Cutoff TypeRank
Courses AcceptingB.A. LL.B. (Hons), BBA LL.B. (Hons), B.A. LL.B.
Total Rounds5
Total Colleges Participating15
Official Websitehttps://consortiumofnlus.ac.in/clat-2025/
QuotasAll India, Home State
Top CoursesB.A. LL.B (Hons.), BBA LL.B. (Hons.), B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) in International Public Law

Status

  • Cutoff Status: Released
  • Last Updated: April 2026

CLAT 2023 EWS Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The CLAT 2023 EWS category-wise cutoff highlights the opening and closing rank range for admission into government and private colleges across different categories. The cutoff varies based on factors such as category reservation, seat availability, and college type, with government institutes generally having more competition compared to private colleges.

CategoryGovernment
EWS510 - 3612

Can You Get a College with Your Rank?

The CLAT 2023 rank plays a crucial role in determining your chances of admission into top institutes across India. Based on previous cutoff trends, the table below highlights what type of colleges you can expect at different eligibility ranges.

Eligibility RangeTop Colleges
Below 1,000NLSIU Bangalore
1,000 – 5,000NALSAR, GNLU Gandhinagar, NLU Ranchi, DSNLU, NLU Sonepat

CLAT 2023 Marks vs Rank

The table below shows the relationship between marks scored and the corresponding rank in CLAT 2023. Understanding this mapping helps candidates estimate their expected rank based on marks scored and compare it against historical cutoff trends.

MarksRank
0 - 465001 - 70000
5 - 960001 - 65000
10 - 1455001 - 60000
15 - 1950001 - 55000
20 - 2445001 - 50000
25 - 2940001 - 45000
30 - 3930001 - 40000
40 - 4920001 - 30000
50 - 5912001 - 20000
60 - 698001 - 12000
70 - 794001 - 8000
80 - 892001 - 4000
90 - 99501 - 2000
100 - 10951 - 500
110 - 1201 - 50

CLAT 2023 Expected vs Actual Cutoff

The CLAT 2023 cutoff comparison between expected and actual values helps candidates understand trend accuracy and exam competitiveness.

CategoryExpected (Rank)Actual (Rank)Difference
EWS100 - 1,010510 - 3,6122,602 Higher

Why Did the Cutoff Change?

The variation between expected and actual cutoff is influenced by:

  • Exam Difficulty Level: Slightly easier paper can increase cutoff, while tougher papers may reduce it.
  • Number of Candidates: Higher participation generally raises competition and affects closing trends.
  • Normalization Process: Session-wise normalization may create minor variation in final rank outcomes.
  • Seat Availability: Stable seat intake usually keeps cutoff movement within an expected range.

Accuracy Analysis

  • Prediction Accuracy: Previous-year based estimates are generally close to actual cutoff outcomes.
  • Reserved Categories: Mostly follow expected direction with moderate variation.
  • Overall Insight: CLAT 2023 cutoff remained stable with minor fluctuations.

CLAT Cutoff Trend (2023 vs 2022 vs 2021)

The CLAT cutoff trend over the last few years helps candidates understand how competition and qualifying percentiles have evolved.


Year-wise Cutoff Trend

Year
2023
2022
2021

Key Insights

  • Overall Stability: General cutoff remains stable around 90-91 percentile
  • Increase from 2022 to 2023: Due to higher competition post-COVID normalization
  • Minor Fluctuations (2021-2023): Caused by normalization and paper difficulty
  • Reserved Categories: Gradual increase in cutoff due to rising participation
  • ST Category: Shows highest variation due to lower applicant pool

Insight: Cutoff trends show consistent competition growth with slight yearly variation


Category-wise College Cutoff Comparison (EWS Category)

This table shows how college-level cutoffs have changed over the last 3 years for EWS category.

College20232022
NLSIU Bangalore510100
NALSAR2064-
GNLU Gandhinagar12101010
NLU Ranchi2688-

Insights

  • Top Colleges: Slightly more competitive in recent years
  • Mid-tier Colleges: Wider variation based on seat changes
  • Overall Trend: Competition increasing gradually

College wise CLAT 2023 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The CLAT 2023 college-wise cutoff includes opening and closing ranks for top colleges like NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR, and GNLU Gandhinagar across categories. These cutoffs are released during counselling and vary based on college, branch, category, and quota

CollegeBranchCategoryOpening RankClosing Rank
NLSIU BangaloreB.A. LL.B (Hons.)EWS510510
NALSARB.A. LL.B (Hons.)EWS680680
GNLU GandhinagarB.A. LL.B (Hons.)EWS11931210
DSNLUB.A. LL.B (Hons.)EWS17783285
NLU SonepatB.A. LL.B (Hons.)EWS24773612
DNLU JabalpurB.A. LL.B (Hons.)EWS20903513
NLIU BhopalB.A. LL.B (Hons.)EWS10501290
GNLUSB.A. LL.B (Hons.)EWS18602984

Insight: NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR, and GNLU Gandhinagar close within top 510-1,210 ranks for core branches.

Key Insights

  • Cutoffs vary significantly by college tier and branch popularity.
  • B.A. LL.B (Hons.) has the lowest closing rank (510), indicating highest competition.
  • 8 colleges close within top 20,000 ranks, while 8 are within top 30,000 ranks.
  • Final cutoff depends on counselling rounds, preferences, and seat matrix.

College-wise CLAT 2023 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Ranks)

CollegeAll
NLSIU Bangalore510
NALSAR680 - 2064
GNLU Gandhinagar1193 - 1210
NLU Ranchi1586 - 2688
DSNLU1778 - 3285
NLU Sonepat2477 - 3612
DNLU Jabalpur2090 - 3513
NLIU Bhopal1050 - 1640
GNLUS1860 - 2984

Safe Score for CLAT 2023

The CLAT safe score is the minimum marks range required to secure admission into good colleges without high risk. It varies based on category, branch preference, and competition level.


Safe Score for NLUs

150-180+ marks

What this means:

  • Strong chance in top colleges with competitive branches.
  • Possible entry into B.A. LL.B (Hons.) in good institutes.
  • Rank range typically under 680-1,290 for stronger options.

Safe Score for Other Good Colleges

120-150+ marks

What this means:

  • Good chance in institutes offering B.A. LL.B (Hons.).
  • Access to mid to top institutes with strong placement records.
  • Rank range typically under 1,290-3,513.

Pro Tip: Always keep a buffer of +10-20 marks above the safe score due to normalization and yearly cutoff variation.


What Rank is Required for Top Colleges?

The CLAT rank is the most critical factor in securing admission to top colleges. Based on previous trends, the table below shows what rank is required for NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR, and GNLU Gandhinagar across categories.


Rank under 680

College NameGeneral
NLSIU Bangalore510

Rank under 2,984

  • Strong chance in colleges like NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR, and GNLU Gandhinagar.
  • Likely branches: B.A. LL.B (Hons.).
  • Category advantage applies for better branch outcomes.

Insight: Best range for highly competitive colleges in current trends.


Rank under 3,513

  • Admission possible in colleges like NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR, and GNLU Gandhinagar.
  • This range keeps more realistic options open across counselling rounds.
  • Wider branch flexibility is usually available compared to lower rank bands.

Insight: Ideal for balanced college and branch targets with strong placement potential.


Final Takeaway: Under 680 ranks target top-tier options, under 2,984 ranks strengthen access to NLU, and under 3,513 ranks open broader options like other nlu.

  • Under 2,984: 5 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
  • Under 3,513: 7 broader cutoff outcomes in current trend set.

Top Colleges Accepting CLAT 2023 Cutoff

Explore the top law colleges accepting CLAT 2023 scores. Click below to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and cutoff trends.

CollegeFeesMedian SalaryCoursesRanking
NLSIU Bangalore₹ 15.17 Lakhs₹ 16.00 Lakhs17IndiaToday #1
NALSAR₹ 4.72 Lakhs₹ 17.50 Lakhs24TheWeek #2
GNLU Gandhinagar₹ 9.47 Lakhs₹ 16.00 Lakhs11TheWeek #3
DSNLU₹ 5.42 Lakhs₹ 6.00 Lakhs7IndiaToday #7
NLU Sonepat--1-
DNLU Jabalpur--1-
NLIU Bhopal₹ 10.86 Lakhs₹ 9.00 Lakhs11IndiaToday #3
GNLUS--1-

Top B.A. LL.B (Hons.) Colleges - 2023 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Ranks)

The CLAT 2023 cutoff for B.A. LL.B (Hons.) highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAll
NLSIU Bangalore510
NALSAR680 - 2064
GNLU Gandhinagar1193 - 1210
DSNLU1778 - 3285
NLU Sonepat2477 - 3612
DNLU Jabalpur2090 - 3513
NLIU Bhopal1050 - 1290
GNLUS1860 - 2984

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (NLSIU Bangalore, GNLU Gandhinagar, and NLIU Bhopal) close within top 1,290 ranks.
  • B.A. LL.B (Hons.) remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure B.A. LL.B (Hons.) in top colleges, aim for under 1,032 rank for stronger outcomes.


Top BBA LL.B. (Hons.) Colleges - 2023 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Ranks)

The CLAT 2023 cutoff for BBA LL.B. (Hons.) highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAll
GNLU Gandhinagar1193 - 1210

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (GNLU Gandhinagar) close within top 1,210 ranks.
  • BBA LL.B. (Hons.) remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure BBA LL.B. (Hons.) in top colleges, aim for under 968 rank for stronger outcomes.


Top B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) in International Public Law Colleges - 2023 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Ranks)

The CLAT 2023 cutoff for B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) in International Public Law highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAll
NLU Ranchi1586 - 2688

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (NLU Ranchi) close within top 2,688 ranks.
  • B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) in International Public Law remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) in International Public Law in top colleges, aim for under 2,150 rank for stronger outcomes.


All India B.A. LL.B (Hons.) Cutoff 2023 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The CLAT 2023 cutoff for B.A. LL.B (Hons.) shows the opening and closing ranks for top colleges under the All India quota. B.A. LL.B (Hons.) remains highly competitive, with relatively lower closing ranks in top institutes.

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
DNLU Jabalpur20903513
DSNLU17783285
GNLU Gandhinagar11931210
GNLUS18602984
NALSAR680680
NLIU Bhopal10501290
NLSIU Bangalore510510
NLU Sonepat24773612

All India BBA LL.B. (Hons.) Cutoff 2023 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The CLAT 2023 cutoff for BBA LL.B. (Hons.) shows the opening and closing ranks for top colleges under the All India quota. BBA LL.B. (Hons.) remains highly competitive, with relatively lower closing ranks in top institutes.

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
GNLU Gandhinagar11931210

Home State B.A. LL.B (Hons.) Cutoff 2023 – Opening & Closing Ranks

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
CNLU Patna25012501
DNLU Jabalpur28473643
DSNLU79488141
MNLU Aurangabad1358918311
MNLU Mumbai48784878
MNLU Nagpur837714738
NALSAR14491449
NLSIU Bangalore37064485
NLU Sonepat28406550
RMLNLU16751845

Home State BBA LL.B. (Hons.) Cutoff 2023 – Opening & Closing Ranks

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
CNLU Patna31033616
MNLU Aurangabad1528522052
MNLU Nagpur1064915344

Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India) 2023 — EWS

CourseEWS
B.A. LL.B (Hons.)510 - 3612
BBA LL.B. (Hons.)1193 - 1210
B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) in International Public Law1586 - 2688
B. Com LLB (Hons)1193 - 1210
B.Sc. LL.B. (Hons.)1193 - 1210
B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) in Constitutional Law1586 - 2688
B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) in Corporate Law1586 - 2688
B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) in Intellectual Property Rights1586 - 2688
B.Sc. LL.B. (Hons.) [Cyber Security]1290 - 1640

All India and Home State Cutoff 2023 — EWS

All India Cutoff 2023

College TypeEWS
NLU1193 - 3612

Home State Cutoff 2023

College TypeEWS
NLU1675 - 22052

College Wise Cutoff 2023

Explore college-wise cutoff pages for 2023 to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and admission trends.


CLAT Cutoff Ranks for Top NLU

NameCutoff Links
GNLU GandhinagarView Cutoff
GNLUSView Cutoff
DSNLUView Cutoff
DNLU JabalpurView Cutoff
NLU SonepatView Cutoff

CLAT Cutoff Ranks for Top Colleges

NameCutoff Links
NLSIU BangaloreView Cutoff
NLIU BhopalView Cutoff
NALSARView Cutoff
NLU RanchiView Cutoff

State Wise Cutoff

The CLAT 2023 cutoff also varies based on state quota (Home State vs Other State), making it important for candidates targeting colleges within their region.


Telangana Cutoff

Colleges in Telangana such as NALSAR offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like B.A. LL.B (Hons.) closing around 1,449-15,344 (General)

Bihar Cutoff

Colleges in Bihar such as CNLU Patna offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like B.A. LL.B (Hons.) closing around 2,501-3,616 (General)

Madhya Pradesh Cutoff

Colleges in Madhya Pradesh such as DNLU Jabalpur offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like B.A. LL.B (Hons.) closing around 3,643-3,643 (General)

Andhra Pradesh Cutoff

Colleges in Andhra Pradesh such as DSNLU offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like B.A. LL.B (Hons.) closing around 8,141-8,141 (General)

Maharashtra Cutoff

Colleges in Maharashtra such as MNLU Aurangabad offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like B.A. LL.B (Hons.) closing around 18,311-22,052 (General)

Insight: Choosing colleges under Home State quota can significantly improve admission chances, especially for mid-rank candidates.


CLAT 2023 Cutoff FAQs

What is the cutoff for CLAT 2023?
The cutoff for CLAT 2023 is expected to be around 510-3,612 rank for General category, while reserved categories may have lower cutoffs based on previous year trends and exam difficulty.
What is the expected cutoff for CLAT 2023 (category-wise)?
The expected cutoff for CLAT 2023 is:
  • General: data not available yet
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: data not available yet
  • ST: data not available yet
These values are based on trend analysis and difficulty level.
What was the cutoff for CLAT 2022?
In 2022, the cutoff for CLAT was:
  • General: 100-1,010 rank
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: data not available yet
This helps estimate the expected cutoff for 2023.
What marks are required for top percentile in CLAT 2023?
To achieve 99 percentile in CLAT 2023, candidates typically need around latest trend range marks, depending on exam difficulty and normalization.
What marks are required for 90 percentile in CLAT 2023?
Candidates scoring around latest trend range marks can expect approximately 90 percentile in CLAT 2023, based on previous session data.
What rank can I get with 90 percentile in CLAT 2023?
With 90 percentile, candidates can expect a rank between 1,210-2,984, depending on the number of candidates appearing for CLAT 2023.
Is 95 percentile good in CLAT 2023?
Yes, 95 percentile in CLAT 2023 is considered good, and may allow admission to good to excellent colleges, depending on category and branch preference.
What rank is required for top colleges through CLAT 2023?
For top colleges accepting CLAT 2023:
  • Top tier colleges: Rank under 1,210
  • Mid-tier colleges: Rank under 2,984
Admission depends on branch and category.
What is a safe score for CLAT 2023?
A safe score for CLAT 2023 is typically 120-150 to 150-180, which increases the chances of admission to top colleges based on previous year trends.
Will the cutoff for CLAT 2023 increase or decrease?
The cutoff for CLAT 2023 is expected to increase due to factors like moderate paper and broader score spread, candidate participation, and seat availability.
What factors affect the cutoff for CLAT 2023?
The cutoff for CLAT 2023 is influenced by:
  • Difficulty level: moderate paper and broader score spread
  • Total seats: 15+ participating college options
Can I get a top college with my rank in CLAT 2023?
With a good rank, candidates may get into NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR, and GNLU Gandhinagar, depending on branch preference and category cutoff trends.
What is the difference between qualifying and admission cutoff in CLAT 2023?
The qualifying cutoff for CLAT 2023 is data not available yet, while admission cutoffs vary by college and can go much higher depending on demand and seat availability.
Where can I check college-wise cutoff for CLAT 2023?
Candidates can check detailed college-wise and branch-wise cutoff for CLAT 2023 on KollegeApply, including opening and closing ranks for top institutes.

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