With CLAT scores of 55, candidates have a few choices left for NLU admission. Read on to find out the expected rank for CLAT 55 to 60 and the top NLU choices for the rank.
With increasing competition and difficulty levels, a score like 55 can still provide admission opportunities. But for that, candidates need to make informed choices during counselling. If a candidate scores 55 marks in CLAT 2027, they fall under the lower mid-score range. But it is far from a dead end. As per the CLAT trends, even those who score between 55 and 60 have secured admission in various NLUs. Candidates can check CLAT College Predictor tool to get an idea of where they can expect admission. But the chances of getting NLU are higher for those who have applied under the reserved quota.
- CLAT 2027 Expected Rank for 55 Marks
- List of factors deciding the Rank
- CLAT Marks vs Rank vs NLU Tier Mapping
- NLUs Accepting 55 Marks in CLAT
- Category & Domicile Advantage in CLAT Counselling
- Fee Structure of NLUs
CLAT 2027 Expected Rank for 55 Marks
The expected rank depends on exam difficulty and overall performance. Based on past trends
| Score Range | Expected Rank | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| 60 – 58 | 5000 – 7000 | Safer for mid NLUs |
| 58 – 55 | 6000 – 9000 | Competitive zone |
| 55 – 50 | 8000 – 12000 | Lower-mid tier |
Commonly asked questions
No, you can not appear for counselling if you have not cleared CLAT Exam.
The CLAT Cutoff is decided by following factors
- Exam Difficulty
- Number of Applicants
- Seat Availability
- Reservation Policy
- Domicile Quota
As per NIRF ranking 2025, NLSIU Bangalore is the No. 1 ranked NLU colleges in India. The table below has other NLUs in India rankwise.
Top NLUs in India | NIRF 2023 | NIRF 2024 | NIRF 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | 1 | 1 | |
2 | 2 | 2 | |
4 | 4 | 4 | |
7 | 8 | 5 | |
18 | 21 | 27 | |
24 | 22 | 30 | |
30 | 26 | 15 | |
28 | 27 | 35 |
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website of the ranking body listed and may vary.
Yes, with a CLAT Rank of 1500, you have a very good chance of getting into several good NLUs. Some fo the NLU where your chances are high are NLIU Bhopal or NLU Jodhpur.
List of factors deciding the Rank
- Difficulty level of CLAT paper
- Number of test-takers
- Accuracy vs attempts ratio
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CLAT Marks vs Rank vs NLU Tier Mapping
| Marks | Rank Range | NLU Tier | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80+ | Top 500 | Tier 1 | High |
| 70–80 | 500–2000 | Tier 1/2 | Good |
| 60–70 | 2000–5000 | Tier 2 | Moderate |
| 50–60 | 5000–10000 | Tier 2/3 | Possible |
| Below 50 | 10000+ | Tier 3 | Limited |
Also Read: CLAT Marks vs Rank
Commonly asked questions
No you can not get admission to 26 participating NLUs without clearing CLAT Exam. For admission to NLU Delhi, you need to clear AILET Exam.
The CLAT cutoff is decided based on following factors
Total Number of Candidates Appeared
Difficulty Level of the Exam
Total Number of Seats Available
Category-wise Reservations
You should understand that once you opt to get out of the counselling process you can not go back. You will get option to either freeze your seat or choose to let it go and participate in next round. You can anytime exit the whole process too.
There is no restriction as such for the CLAT exam. Thus, one can give CLAT any number of times they want to. Candidates should not feel bad if they are not able to clear the CLAT exam in first time.
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NLUs Accepting 55 Marks in CLAT
At this score, candidates should target newer and mid-tier NLUs, especially those where CLAT cutoff drops significantly in later rounds. Some of them are
- National Law University Assam
- Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University
- Tamil Nadu National Law University
- Maharashtra National Law University Aurangabad
- Himachal Pradesh National Law University
- Dharmashastra National Law University
- Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Law University
- National Law University Tripura
- National Law University Odisha
- Maharashtra National Law University Nagpur
Also read:
- CLAT Reservation Policy for all NLUs
- What are NLUs (National Law Universities)? How are these Different from Other Law Schools?
Category & Domicile Advantage in CLAT Counselling
| Category | Impact |
|---|---|
| General | Limited chances |
| OBC/EWS | Better chances in Tier 2/3 NLUs |
| SC/ST | Strong chances in multiple NLUs |
Candidates applying under domicile quotas may have higher chances in
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Maharashtra National Law University Nagpur
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Tamil Nadu National Law University
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Himachal Pradesh National Law University
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Fee Structure of NLUs
| NLU | Annual Fee (Approx) |
|---|---|
| TNNLU | INR 2.0 to 2.5 Lakh |
| HPNLU | INR 2.2 to 2.8 Lakh |
| DSNLU | INR 1.8 to 2.2 Lakh |
| MNLU Aurangabad | INR 2.5 to 3 Lakh |
| DNLU | INR 2.0 to 2.5 Lakh |
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Aspirants with CLAT scores can get admission in BA LLB (Hons) course at Invertis University. However, it is not mandatory. Candidates can also get admission based on their scores in AILET, CUET-UG or IUCET.
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Answered 4 days ago
Yes, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj University does accepts CLAT scores for admission in BA LLB (Hons) course. However, aspirants can also get admission via CUET or CSMU-CET scores. Candidates must also complete Class 12 with at least 45% aggregate.
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Yes, students have scored ranks between 1 to 15,000 in CLAT, are eligible for DSU scholarships for BBA LLB (hons) course. If you have scored 14890 ranks in CLAT, you are eligible for scholarship of INR 30,000. For details, contact the Institute.
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Answered 4 days ago
Students seeking admission at DSU for BA LLB (hons) through CLAT should apply to official portal. Students need to fill the application form with basic details and upload some requisite documents including CLAT scorecard or admit card. Institute will arrange a counselling session and will shortlist
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No, aspirants do not require passing CLAT for admission in BA LLB course of Apex University. The university offers seats based on CUET or AUCET scores of candidates. AUCET is an entrance test conducted by the university for admission in UG and PG courses.
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Answered 5 days ago
Yes, Babu Banarasi Das University offers admission in BA LLB based on Class 12 merit to candidates who qualify the eligibility criteria. But CLAT qualified candidates are given preference in admission. So you can get a seat in BA LLB without CLAT but by qualifying CLAT you can improve your chances o
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Answered 5 days ago
Aspirants do not require CLAT score for admission in BA LLB (Hons) course of SAGE University Bhopal. Candidates need to appear for SEE or SAGE Entrance Exam for admission. Aspirants must also complete Class 12 to get a seat in the course.
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Answered 6 days ago
KIIT provides BBA LLB (hons) admissions on the basis of K-LAT or CLAT. Students who have not given CLAT can still apply for K-LAT to get admission. Interested candidated can apply for K-LAT in the month of Novemeber. However, If any candidate missed the both entrance can still apply through KIITEE.
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Answered 6 days ago
Yes, candidates who want to apply for Gujarat University BBA LLB course can do so without appearing in CLAT-UG. No mandatory entrance exams are mandatory to qualify for BBA LLB admissions. All candidates are admitted based on Class 12 board exam result during GCAS counselling.
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Answered 6 days ago
Manav Rachna University considers CLAT scores for admission in BA LLB (Hons) course. However, it is not compulsory. Aspirants can also appear for MRNAT for admission. It is a entrance cum scholarship test conducted by the university.
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