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CLAT SC Cutoff 2022: College-wise & Course-wise Ranks

• Updated on 9 Oct, 2026 by Kollegeapply

The CLAT 2022 SC cutoff has been released by the Consortium of National Law Universities. This page shows SC 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 2022 to help you gauge admission chances at top colleges.


CLAT 2022 SC category cutoff ranges from 1,014 to 10,666 rank. Candidates with rank under 4,039 have high chances of getting top colleges like NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR, and NLU Kolkata.


CLAT 2022 Cutoff Highlights

The CLAT 2022 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 2022
  • Conducting Body: Consortium of National Law Universities
  • Cutoff Type: Rank
  • Total Counselling Rounds: 5
  • Total Colleges Participating: 8
  • Top Courses: B.A. LL.B (Hons.), LL.M., LL.M in Constitutional Law and Admn. Law
  • Quota Types: All India, Home State

CLAT 2022 Cutoff Overview

The table below provides complete details of the CLAT 2022 cutoff including exam structure, categories, and admission scope.

ParticularsDetails
Exam NameCLAT
Conducting BodyConsortium of National Law Universities
Cutoff TypeRank
Courses AcceptingLL.M., B.A. LL.B. (Hons), B.Com LL.B
Total Rounds5
Total Colleges Participating8
Official Websitehttps://consortiumofnlus.ac.in/clat-2025/
QuotasAll India, Home State
Top CoursesB.A. LL.B (Hons.), LL.M., LL.M in Constitutional Law and Admn. Law

Status

  • Cutoff Status: Released
  • Last Updated: December 2025

CLAT 2022 SC Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The CLAT 2022 SC 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
SC1014 - 10666

Can You Get a College with Your Rank?

The CLAT 2022 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
1,000 – 5,000NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR, NLU Kolkata, NLUO, NLIU Bhopal
5,000 – 10,000GNLU Gandhinagar
10,000 – 30,000HPNLU Shimla

CLAT 2022 Marks vs Rank

The table below shows the relationship between marks scored and the corresponding rank in CLAT 2022. 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 Cutoff Trend (2022 vs 2021 vs 2020)

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


Year-wise Cutoff Trend

YearSC
202210666

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 (2020-2022): 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 (SC Category)

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

College2022
NLSIU Bangalore2224
NALSAR1014
NLU Kolkata4039
GNLU Gandhinagar6527

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 2022 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The CLAT 2022 college-wise cutoff includes opening and closing ranks for top colleges like NLSIU Bangalore, NLU Kolkata, and HPNLU Shimla 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.)SC22242224
NLU KolkataB.A. LL.B (Hons.)SC36194039
HPNLU ShimlaB.A. LL.B (Hons.)SC1066610666

Insight: NLSIU Bangalore, NLU Kolkata, and HPNLU Shimla close within top 2,224-10,666 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 (2,224), indicating highest competition.
  • 3 colleges close within top 20,000 ranks, while 3 are within top 30,000 ranks.
  • Final cutoff depends on counselling rounds, preferences, and seat matrix.

College-wise CLAT 2022 Cutoff (SC Opening & Closing Ranks)

CollegeAllFemale
NLSIU Bangalore22242168
NALSAR10141399
NLU Kolkata1740 - 4039-
GNLU Gandhinagar5603 - 6527-
NLUO2715 - 4329-
NLIU Bhopal23841439
HPNLU Shimla3649 - 106663656

Safe Score for CLAT 2022

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 2,224-4,039 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 4,039-10,666.

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, NLU Kolkata, and HPNLU Shimla across categories.


Rank under 2,224

College NameGeneral
NALSAR1014

Rank under 4,039

  • Strong chance in colleges like NLSIU Bangalore and NLU Kolkata.
  • 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 10,666

  • Admission possible in colleges like NLSIU Bangalore, NLU Kolkata, and HPNLU Shimla.
  • 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 2,224 ranks target top-tier options, under 4,039 ranks strengthen access to NLU, and under 10,666 ranks open broader options like other nlu.

  • Under 4,039: 2 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
  • Under 10,666: 3 broader cutoff outcomes in current trend set.

Top Colleges Accepting CLAT 2022 Cutoff

Explore the top law colleges accepting CLAT 2022 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
NLU Kolkata₹ 6.68 Lakhs₹ 20.00 Lakhs20IndiaToday #2
HPNLU Shimla₹ 9.99 Lakhs-4NIRF #34

Top B.A. LL.B (Hons.) Colleges - 2022 Cutoff (SC Opening & Closing Ranks)

The CLAT 2022 cutoff for B.A. LL.B (Hons.) highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAllFemale
NLSIU Bangalore22242168
NLU Kolkata3619 - 4039-
HPNLU Shimla10666-

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (NLSIU Bangalore, NLU Kolkata, and HPNLU Shimla) close within top 10,666 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 8,533 rank for stronger outcomes.


Top LL.M. Colleges - 2022 Cutoff (SC Opening & Closing Ranks)

The CLAT 2022 cutoff for LL.M. highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAllFemale
HPNLU Shimla36493656

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (HPNLU Shimla) close within top 3,649 ranks.
  • LL.M. remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure LL.M. in top colleges, aim for under 2,919 rank for stronger outcomes.


All India B.A. LL.B (Hons.) Cutoff 2022 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The CLAT 2022 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.) offers balanced competition, with moderate closing ranks across leading institutes.

CollegeAllFemale
OpeningClosingOpeningClosing
HPNLU Shimla1066610666--
NLSIU Bangalore2224222421682168
NLU Kolkata36194039--

All India LL.M. Cutoff 2022 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The CLAT 2022 cutoff for LL.M. shows the opening and closing ranks for top colleges under the All India quota. LL.M. remains highly competitive, with relatively lower closing ranks in top institutes.

CollegeAllFemale
OpeningClosingOpeningClosing
HPNLU Shimla3649364936563656

Home State B.A. LL.B (Hons.) Cutoff 2022 – Opening & Closing Ranks

CollegeAllFemale
OpeningClosingOpeningClosing
HPNLU Shimla93059305--
NLSIU Bangalore4345434532983298
NLU Kolkata83538353--

Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India) 2022 — SC

CourseSC
B.A. LL.B (Hons.)2224 - 10666
LL.M.3649
LL.M. in Corporate and Commercial Law1014 - 4329
LLM in Intellectual Property Law (IPR)1740 - 2755
LL.M. in Criminal and Security Law1740 - 2755
LL.M. in Technology Law1740 - 2755
B. Com LLB (Hons)5603 - 6527

All India and Home State Cutoff 2022 — SC

All India Cutoff 2022

College TypeSC
NLU2715 - 10666

Home State Cutoff 2022

College TypeSC
NLU3670 - 9305

College Wise Cutoff 2022

Explore college-wise cutoff pages for 2022 to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and admission trends.


CLAT Cutoff Ranks for Top NLU

NameCutoff Links
NLUOView Cutoff
GNLU GandhinagarView Cutoff
HPNLU ShimlaView Cutoff

CLAT Cutoff Ranks for Top Colleges

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

State Wise Cutoff

The CLAT 2022 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 4,345-8,353 (General)

Himachal Pradesh Cutoff

Colleges in Himachal Pradesh such as HPNLU Shimla offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like B.A. LL.B (Hons.) closing around 9,305-9,305 (General)

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


CLAT 2022 Cutoff FAQs

What is the cutoff for CLAT 2022?
The cutoff for CLAT 2022 is expected to be around 1,014-10,666 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 2022 (category-wise)?
The expected cutoff for CLAT 2022 is:
  • General: data not available yet
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: 1,014-10,666 rank
  • ST: data not available yet
These values are based on trend analysis and difficulty level.
What was the cutoff for CLAT 2021?
In 2021, the cutoff for CLAT was:
  • General: data not available yet
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: data not available yet
This helps estimate the expected cutoff for 2022.
What marks are required for top percentile in CLAT 2022?
To achieve 99 percentile in CLAT 2022, candidates typically need around latest trend range marks, depending on exam difficulty and normalization.
What marks are required for 90 percentile in CLAT 2022?
Candidates scoring around latest trend range marks can expect approximately 90 percentile in CLAT 2022, based on previous session data.
What rank can I get with 90 percentile in CLAT 2022?
With 90 percentile, candidates can expect a rank between 2,224-4,039, depending on the number of candidates appearing for CLAT 2022.
Is 95 percentile good in CLAT 2022?
Yes, 95 percentile in CLAT 2022 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 2022?
For top colleges accepting CLAT 2022:
  • Top tier colleges: Rank under 2,224
  • Mid-tier colleges: Rank under 4,039
Admission depends on branch and category.
What is a safe score for CLAT 2022?
A safe score for CLAT 2022 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 2022 increase or decrease?
The cutoff for CLAT 2022 is expected to stable due to factors like similar difficulty level, candidate participation, and seat availability.
What factors affect the cutoff for CLAT 2022?
The cutoff for CLAT 2022 is influenced by:
  • Difficulty level: similar difficulty level
  • Total seats: 8+ participating college options
Can I get a top college with my rank in CLAT 2022?
With a good rank, candidates may get into NLSIU Bangalore, NLU Kolkata, and HPNLU Shimla, depending on branch preference and category cutoff trends.
What is the difference between qualifying and admission cutoff in CLAT 2022?
The qualifying cutoff for CLAT 2022 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 2022?
Candidates can check detailed college-wise and branch-wise cutoff for CLAT 2022 on KollegeApply, including opening and closing ranks for top institutes.

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