• Updated on 9 Oct, 2026 by Kollegeapply
The CLAT 2025 General cutoff has been released by the Consortium of National Law Universities. This page shows General 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 2025 to help you gauge admission chances at top colleges.
CLAT 2025 General category cutoff ranges from 104 to 2,855 rank. Candidates with rank under 711 have high chances of getting top colleges like NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR, and NLU Kolkata.
CLAT 2025 Cutoff Highlights
The CLAT 2025 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 2025
- Conducting Body: Consortium of National Law Universities
- Cutoff Type: Rank
- Total Counselling Rounds: 3
- Total Colleges Participating: 26
- 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 2025 Cutoff Overview
The table below provides complete details of the CLAT 2025 cutoff including exam structure, categories, and admission scope.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | CLAT |
| Conducting Body | Consortium of National Law Universities |
| Cutoff Type | Rank |
| Courses Accepting | B.A. LL.B. (Hons), BBA LL.B. (Hons), B.A. LL.B. |
| Total Rounds | 3 |
| Total Colleges Participating | 26 |
| Official Website | https://consortiumofnlus.ac.in/clat-2025/ |
| Quotas | All India, Home State |
| Top Courses | B.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 2025 General Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges
The CLAT 2025 General 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.
| Category | Government | Private |
|---|---|---|
| General | 104 - 2855 | 2096 - 2832 |
Can You Get a College with Your Rank?
The CLAT 2025 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 Range | Top Colleges |
|---|---|
| Below 1,000 | NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR, NLU Kolkata, NLU Jodhpur, GNLU Gandhinagar |
| 1,000 – 5,000 | NLUO, NLU Kochi, MNLU Nagpur, CNLU Patna, NLU Ranchi |
CLAT 2025 Marks vs Rank
The table below shows the relationship between marks scored and the corresponding rank in CLAT 2025. Understanding this mapping helps candidates estimate their expected rank based on marks scored and compare it against historical cutoff trends.
| Marks | Rank |
|---|---|
| 0 - 4 | 65001 - 70000 |
| 5 - 9 | 60001 - 65000 |
| 10 - 14 | 55001 - 60000 |
| 15 - 19 | 50001 - 55000 |
| 20 - 24 | 45001 - 50000 |
| 25 - 29 | 40001 - 45000 |
| 30 - 39 | 30001 - 40000 |
| 40 - 49 | 20001 - 30000 |
| 50 - 59 | 12001 - 20000 |
| 60 - 69 | 8001 - 12000 |
| 70 - 79 | 4001 - 8000 |
| 80 - 89 | 2001 - 4000 |
| 90 - 99 | 501 - 2000 |
| 100 - 109 | 51 - 500 |
| 110 - 120 | 1 - 50 |
CLAT 2025 Expected vs Actual Cutoff
The CLAT 2025 cutoff comparison between expected and actual values helps candidates understand trend accuracy and exam competitiveness.
| Category | Expected (Rank) | Actual (Rank) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 97 - 38,496 | 104 - 2,855 | 35,641 Lower |
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.
- General Category: Shows comparatively tighter competition and visible year-to-year movement.
- Overall Insight: CLAT 2025 cutoff remained slightly varied across categories.
CLAT Cutoff Trend (2025 vs 2024 vs 2023 vs 2022)
The CLAT cutoff trend over the last few years helps candidates understand how competition and qualifying percentiles have evolved.
Year-wise Cutoff Trend
| Year | General |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 2855 |
| 2024 | 38496 |
| 2023 | 21620 |
| 2022 | 2085 |
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 (2023-2025): 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 (General Category)
This table shows how college-level cutoffs have changed over the last 3 years for General category.
| College | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| NLSIU Bangalore | 112 | 102 | 114 |
| NALSAR | 162 | 167 | 177 |
| NLU Kolkata | 711 | 1010 | 260 |
| NLU Jodhpur | 367 | 379 | 383 |
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 2025 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)
The CLAT 2025 college-wise cutoff includes opening and closing ranks for top colleges like NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR, and NLU Kolkata across categories. These cutoffs are released during counselling and vary based on college, branch, category, and quota
| College | Branch | Category | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NLSIU Bangalore | B.A. LL.B (Hons.) | General | 104 | 112 |
| NALSAR | B.A. LL.B (Hons.) | General | 150 | 162 |
| NLU Kolkata | B.A. LL.B (Hons.) | General | 285 | 327 |
| NLU Jodhpur | B.A. LL.B (Hons.) | General | 357 | 367 |
| GNLU Gandhinagar | B.A. LL.B (Hons.) | General | 402 | 444 |
| MNLU Mumbai | B.A. LL.B (Hons.) | General | 536 | 558 |
| RMLNLU | B.A. LL.B (Hons.) | General | 721 | 780 |
| HNLU Raipur | B.A. LL.B (Hons.) | General | 765 | 827 |
| NLUO | B.A. LL.B (Hons.) | General | 943 | 1013 |
| MNLU Nagpur | BBA LL.B. (Hons.) | General | 1375 | 1623 |
Insight: NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR, and NLU Kolkata close within top 112-327 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 (112), indicating highest competition.
- 10 colleges close within top 20,000 ranks, while 10 are within top 30,000 ranks.
- Final cutoff depends on counselling rounds, preferences, and seat matrix.
College-wise CLAT 2025 Cutoff (General Opening & Closing Ranks)
| College | All |
|---|---|
| NLSIU Bangalore | 104 - 112 |
| NALSAR | 150 - 162 |
| NLU Kolkata | 285 - 711 |
| NLU Jodhpur | 357 - 367 |
| GNLU Gandhinagar | 402 - 444 |
| MNLU Mumbai | 536 - 558 |
| RMLNLU | 721 - 780 |
| HNLU Raipur | 765 - 827 |
| NLUO | 943 - 1176 |
| NLU Kochi | 1175 - 1346 |
Safe Score for CLAT 2025
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.) and BBA LL.B. (Hons.) in good institutes.
- Rank range typically under 162-444 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.) and BBA LL.B. (Hons.).
- Access to mid to top institutes with strong placement records.
- Rank range typically under 444-827.
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 NLU Kolkata across categories.
Rank under 327
| College Name | General |
|---|---|
| NLSIU Bangalore | 104 - 112 |
| NALSAR | 150 - 162 |
| NLU Kolkata | 285 - 711 |
| NLU Jodhpur | 357 - 367 |
| GNLU Gandhinagar | 402 - 444 |
| MNLU Mumbai | 536 - 558 |
| RMLNLU | 721 - 780 |
| HNLU Raipur | 765 - 827 |
Rank under 558
- Strong chance in colleges like NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR, and NLU Kolkata.
- Likely branches: B.A. LL.B (Hons.) and BBA LL.B. (Hons.).
- Category advantage applies for better branch outcomes.
Insight: Best range for highly competitive colleges in current trends.
Rank under 1,013
- Admission possible in colleges like NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR, and NLU Kolkata.
- 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 327 ranks target top-tier options, under 558 ranks strengthen access to NLU, and under 1,013 ranks open broader options like other nlu.
- Under 558: 6 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
- Under 1,013: 9 broader cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
Top Colleges Accepting CLAT 2025 Cutoff
Explore the top law colleges accepting CLAT 2025 scores. Click below to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and cutoff trends.
| College | Fees | Median Salary | Courses | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NLSIU Bangalore | ₹ 15.17 Lakhs | ₹ 16.00 Lakhs | 17 | IndiaToday #1 |
| NALSAR | ₹ 4.72 Lakhs | ₹ 17.50 Lakhs | 24 | TheWeek #2 |
| NLU Kolkata | ₹ 6.68 Lakhs | ₹ 20.00 Lakhs | 20 | IndiaToday #2 |
| NLU Jodhpur | ₹ 2.64 Lakhs | ₹ 10.68 Lakhs | 11 | TheWeek #6 |
| GNLU Gandhinagar | ₹ 9.47 Lakhs | ₹ 16.00 Lakhs | 11 | TheWeek #3 |
| MNLU Mumbai | ₹ 3.33 Lakhs | ₹ 10.00 Lakhs | 11 | NIRF #31 |
| RMLNLU | ₹ 13.10 Lakhs | ₹ 7.00 Lakhs | 17 | IndiaToday #5 |
| HNLU Raipur | ₹ 2.43 Lakhs | - | 5 | IndiaToday #5 |
| NLUO | ₹ 3.42 Lakhs | ₹ 13.00 Lakhs | 13 | NIRF #2 |
| MNLU Nagpur | ₹ 16.42 Lakhs | - | 14 | NIRF #28 |
Top B.A. LL.B (Hons.) Colleges - 2025 Cutoff (General Opening & Closing Ranks)
The CLAT 2025 cutoff for B.A. LL.B (Hons.) highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.
| College | All |
|---|---|
| NLSIU Bangalore | 104 - 112 |
| NALSAR | 150 - 162 |
| NLU Kolkata | 285 - 327 |
| NLU Jodhpur | 357 - 367 |
| GNLU Gandhinagar | 402 - 444 |
| MNLU Mumbai | 536 - 558 |
| RMLNLU | 721 - 780 |
| HNLU Raipur | 765 - 827 |
| NLUO | 943 - 1013 |
| NLU Kochi | 1175 - 1346 |
Key Insights
- Top 3 colleges (NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR, and NLU Kolkata) close within top 327 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 262 rank for stronger outcomes.
Top BBA LL.B. (Hons.) Colleges - 2025 Cutoff (General Opening & Closing Ranks)
The CLAT 2025 cutoff for BBA LL.B. (Hons.) highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.
| College | All |
|---|---|
| NLU Jodhpur | 357 - 367 |
| GNLU Gandhinagar | 402 - 444 |
| NLUO | 1034 - 1176 |
| MNLU Nagpur | 1375 - 1623 |
| CNLU Patna | 1424 - 1555 |
| MNLU Aurangabad | 1850 - 2393 |
| HPNLU Shimla | 1994 - 2634 |
| IIULER | 2150 - 2832 |
Key Insights
- Top 3 colleges (NLU Jodhpur, GNLU Gandhinagar, and NLUO) close within top 1,176 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 941 rank for stronger outcomes.
Top B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) in International Public Law Colleges - 2025 Cutoff (General Opening & Closing Ranks)
The CLAT 2025 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.
| College | All |
|---|---|
| NLU Ranchi | 1476 - 1667 |
Key Insights
- Top 3 colleges (NLU Ranchi) close within top 1,667 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 1,334 rank for stronger outcomes.
All India B.A. LL.B (Hons.) Cutoff 2025 – Opening & Closing Ranks
The CLAT 2025 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.
| College | All | |
|---|---|---|
| Opening | Closing | |
| GNLU Gandhinagar | 402 | 444 |
| HNLU Raipur | 765 | 827 |
| MNLU Mumbai | 536 | 558 |
| NALSAR | 150 | 162 |
| NLIU Bhopal | 458 | 480 |
| NLSIU Bangalore | 104 | 112 |
| NLU Jodhpur | 357 | 367 |
| NLU Kolkata | 285 | 327 |
| NLUO | 943 | 1013 |
| RMLNLU | 721 | 780 |
All India BBA LL.B. (Hons.) Cutoff 2025 – Opening & Closing Ranks
The CLAT 2025 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.
| College | All | |
|---|---|---|
| Opening | Closing | |
| CNLU Patna | 1424 | 1555 |
| GNLU Gandhinagar | 402 | 444 |
| HPNLU Shimla | 1994 | 2634 |
| IIULER | 2150 | 2832 |
| MNLU Aurangabad | 1850 | 2393 |
| MNLU Nagpur | 1375 | 1623 |
| NLU Jodhpur | 357 | 367 |
| NLUO | 1034 | 1176 |
Home State B.A. LL.B (Hons.) Cutoff 2025 – Opening & Closing Ranks
| College | All | |
|---|---|---|
| Opening | Closing | |
| GNLU Gandhinagar | 2171 | 2686 |
| NALSAR | 607 | 607 |
| NLIU Bhopal | 1061 | 1202 |
| NLSIU Bangalore | 310 | 310 |
| NLU Jodhpur | 580 | 581 |
| NLU Kochi | 1267 | 1756 |
| NLU Kolkata | 1049 | 1119 |
| NLU Sonepat | 1945 | 2638 |
| Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law Punjab | 1262 | 1262 |
| TNNLU | 2250 | 3912 |
Home State BBA LL.B. (Hons.) Cutoff 2025 – Opening & Closing Ranks
| College | All | |
|---|---|---|
| Opening | Closing | |
| GNLU Gandhinagar | 2171 | 2686 |
| HPNLU Shimla | 8407 | 14537 |
| NLU Jodhpur | 580 | 581 |
| NLUO | 3266 | 3266 |
Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India) 2025 — General
| Course | General |
|---|---|
| B.A. LL.B (Hons.) | 104 - 2855 |
| BBA LL.B. (Hons.) | 357 - 2832 |
| B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) in International Public Law | 1476 - 1667 |
| B. Com LLB (Hons) | 402 - 1947 |
| B.Sc. LL.B. (Hons.) | 402 - 444 |
| B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) in Constitutional Law | 1476 - 1667 |
| B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) in Corporate Law | 1476 - 1667 |
| B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) in Criminal Law | 1476 - 1667 |
| B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) in Intellectual Property Rights | 1476 - 1667 |
| B.Sc. LL.B. (Hons.) [Cyber Security] | 821 - 915 |
All India and Home State Cutoff 2025 — General
All India Cutoff 2025
| College Type | General |
|---|---|
| NLU | 357 - 2855 |
Home State Cutoff 2025
| College Type | General |
|---|---|
| NLU | 580 - 42145 |
College Wise Cutoff 2025
Explore college-wise cutoff pages for 2025 to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and admission trends.
CLAT Cutoff Ranks for Top NLU
| Name | Cutoff Links |
|---|---|
| NLU Jodhpur | View Cutoff |
| GNLU Gandhinagar | View Cutoff |
| RMLNLU | View Cutoff |
| HNLU Raipur | View Cutoff |
| NLUO | View Cutoff |
| GNLUS | View Cutoff |
| CNLU Patna | View Cutoff |
| MNLU Nagpur | View Cutoff |
| DSNLU | View Cutoff |
| NLU Sonepat | View Cutoff |
CLAT Cutoff Ranks for Top Colleges
| Name | Cutoff Links |
|---|---|
| NLSIU Bangalore | View Cutoff |
| NALSAR | View Cutoff |
| MNLU Mumbai | View Cutoff |
| NLU Kolkata | View Cutoff |
| NLIU Bhopal | View Cutoff |
| Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law Punjab | View Cutoff |
| NLU Kochi | View Cutoff |
| NLU Ranchi | View Cutoff |
| IIULER | View Cutoff |
State Wise Cutoff
The CLAT 2025 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 NLSIU Bangalore offer:
- Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
- Better chances for local candidates
- Popular branches like B.A. LL.B (Hons.) closing around 310-1,202 (General)
Gujarat Cutoff
Colleges in Gujarat such as GNLU Gandhinagar offer:
- Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
- Better chances for local candidates
- Popular branches like B.A. LL.B (Hons.) closing around 2,686-2,686 (General)
Rajasthan Cutoff
Colleges in Rajasthan such as NLU Jodhpur offer:
- Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
- Better chances for local candidates
- Popular branches like B.A. LL.B (Hons.) closing around 581-581 (General)
Kerala Cutoff
Colleges in Kerala such as NLU Kochi offer:
- Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
- Better chances for local candidates
- Popular branches like B.A. LL.B (Hons.) closing around 1,756-1,756 (General)
Haryana Cutoff
Colleges in Haryana such as NLU Sonepat offer:
- Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
- Better chances for local candidates
- Popular branches like B.A. LL.B (Hons.) closing around 2,638-2,638 (General)
Insight: Choosing colleges under Home State quota can significantly improve admission chances, especially for mid-rank candidates.
CLAT 2025 Cutoff FAQs
What is the cutoff for CLAT 2025?
What is the expected cutoff for CLAT 2025 (category-wise)?
- General: 104-2,855 rank
- OBC: data not available yet
- SC: data not available yet
- ST: data not available yet
What was the cutoff for CLAT 2024?
- General: 97-38,496 rank
- OBC: data not available yet
- SC: data not available yet
What marks are required for top percentile in CLAT 2025?
What marks are required for 90 percentile in CLAT 2025?
What rank can I get with 90 percentile in CLAT 2025?
Is 95 percentile good in CLAT 2025?
What rank is required for top colleges through CLAT 2025?
- Top tier colleges: Rank under 367
- Mid-tier colleges: Rank under 558
What is a safe score for CLAT 2025?
Will the cutoff for CLAT 2025 increase or decrease?
What factors affect the cutoff for CLAT 2025?
- Difficulty level: higher competition and tighter score spread
- Total seats: 26+ participating college options
