CLAT Rank Wise NLUs List 2027
Common Law Admission Test 2027 ( CLAT )
CLAT 2027 online registrations
3 Aug '26 - 31 Oct '26
CLAT Rank Wise List of NLUs
Consortium of NLUs will conduct CLAT exam 2027 in December. As per past updates, CLAT result is expected to be announced within a week after examination. Based on their performance, candidates will be assigned CLAT Rank 2027, which will check admission chances to various National Law Universities (NLUs).
Candidates can also use Shiksha's free CLAT College Predictor to estimate NLUs they are likely to get based on their expected rank and score. To help candidates make informed choices during counselling process, check detailed CLAT 2027 rank-wise college list, which provides an overview of NLUs that may be available across different rank ranges.
- Difference between CLAT 2027 Rank and Marks
- CLAT 2027 Rank-wise NLU list
- CLAT 2027 Cut Offs for Top 10 NLUs
- How CLAT Cutoff 2027 calculated?
Difference between CLAT 2027 Rank and Marks
Major difference between CLAT ranks and marks is
- Marks are consolidated scores obtained in CLAT exam
- Ranks are positioned in each category based on marks and tie-breaking criteria
Therefore, it becomes essential for a candidate to score well in CLAT exam, in order to get a higher rank in merit list
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.
CLAT 2027 Rank-wise NLU list
Candidates can check list of NLUs as per CLAT Rank and their NIRF ranking 2026 here
CLAT 2027 Rank-wise College List - Ranks 1-300
Once 2027 data is released, the same will be updated on this page
| NLU Name | NIRF Ranking |
|---|---|
| NLSIU Bengaluru | 1 |
| NALSAR Hyderabad | 3 |
| Gujarat National Law University | 5 |
| WBNUJS Kolkata( BA LLB, BSc.LLB Hons) | 4 |
| NLU Odisha | 15 |
CLAT 2027 Rank-wise College List - Ranks 301-600
Check table to know rank-wise CLAT colleges
| NLU Name | NIRF Ranking |
|---|---|
| WBNUJS Kolkata( BA LLB, BSc.LLB Hons) | 4 |
| NLU Jodhpur | - |
| GNLU Gandhinagar | 5 |
| NLIU Bhopal | 27 |
| RMLNLU Lucknow | 21 |
| HNLU Raipur | - |
| RGNUL Patiala | - |
| NUALS Kochi | - |
| NLU Odisha | 15 |
CLAT 2027 Rank-wise College List: Ranks 601-2000
Go through table below to know CLAT rank-wise college list between 601-200
| NLU Name | NIRF Ranking |
|---|---|
| WBNUJS Kolkata (BSc.LLB Hons) | 4 |
| NLU Jodhpur | - |
| GNLU Gandhinagar | 5 |
| NLIU Bhopal | 27 |
| RMLNLU Lucknow | 21 |
| HNLU Raipur | - |
| RGNUL Patiala | - |
| NUALS Kochi | - |
| CNLU Patna (BA LLB) | 17 |
| GNLU Silvassa Campus | - |
| - |
|
| 28 |
|
| 30 |
|
| - |
CLAT 2027 Rank-wise College List: Ranks 2001- 4000
Check rank-wise college list between 2001-4000
| NLU Name | NIRF Ranking |
|---|---|
| TNNLU Tiruchirappalli | - |
| DBRANLU Sonepat | - |
| MNLU Aurangabad | - |
| NLU Jodhpur | - |
| Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur | - |
| NLUJA Assam | 35 |
| RPNLU Prayagraj | - |
| HPNLU Shimla | 34 |
| IIULER Goa | - |
| NLUT Agartala | - |
CLAT 2027 Cut Offs for Top 10 NLUs
To get an idea about CLAT cutoff 2027 for top 10 NLUs, students can check table below
| NLUs | Cut-off |
|---|---|
| NLSIU Bangalore | 100+ |
| NALSAR Hyderabad | 99+ |
| WBNUJS Kolkata | 94+ |
| NLU Jodhpur | 89+ |
| NLU Bhopal | 87+ |
| GNLU Gandhinagar | 85+ |
| MNLU Mumbai | 82+ |
| RMLNLU Lucknow | 78+ |
| NLU Odisha | 75+ |
Also Read: CLAT Selection Process
How to Calculate Score Using CLAT 2027 Rank Predictor?
To use CLAT Rank Predictor, candidates have to know their score. They can calculate their expected CLAT marks by following these steps
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Download CLAT Answer Key and Response Sheet
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Compare responses with official answer key
Calculate expected score using CLAT 2027 marking scheme given below
| CLAT Marking Parameters |
Marks Awarded |
|---|---|
| Correct answer |
+1 marks |
| Incorrect answer |
-0.25 marks |
| Un-attempted question |
0 marks |
Enter estimated marks in CLAT 2027 Rank Predictor to get an expected rank and likely NLU admission chances.
Also Read: What after CLAT: Result, Counselling, Admission Process and courses
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 syllabus is considered challenging due to its comprehensive, passage-based nature. Candidates will have to solve the questions within two hour time limit for 120 questions. The syllabus is tough and exam is difficult to crack.
To prepare for CLAT Exam you need right books and good study plan. You must solve past-year question papers and mock tests.
The Quantitative Techniques & Logical Reasoning sections are considered the most difficult to prepare for in the CLAT exam.
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How CLAT Cutoff 2027 calculated?
To calculate CLAT Cutoff these factors are considered
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- Number of seats available
- Total number of candidates who appeared for exam
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- Reservation policy of each NLU
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a week ago
Choose Commerce if you want an early foundation in business and finance for corporate law, or Arts (Humanities) if you prefer subjects that align closely with reading comprehension and current affairs for the CLAT exam.
Both streams make you fully eligible for the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) and
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Ministry of Education can release the NLUs NIRF Ranking soon on its official website. There is no time line announced by the ministry in this regard.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered a week ago
NLSIU Bengaluru, which has held the top spot in the Law category every year since NIRF introduced it in 2018.
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Contributor-Level 7
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No, the NIRF Law Ranking 2026 will be released soon by the Minsitry of Education on its official website.
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Yes, the Consortium removed two Test Cities from the CLAT 2027. The removed test cities are Vellore and Tiruvarur. CLAT 2027 exam date is December 6.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 weeks ago
Candidates are required to pay the CLAT Registration/Form fee as per their category. The Consortium prescribed the category-wise form fee. Without submitting the CLAT form fee, the registration will not be completed.
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Contributor-Level 6
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No, a domicile certificate is not mandatory for all candidates. It is only required if you intend to claim a reservation/ seat under state quota (offered by specific NLUs). Students can skip this document if they are applying solely under the All-India open category.
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Contributor-Level 6
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Yes, only Indian Citizens can fill and appear in CLAT. The Foreign nationals can take admission in NLUs but through different official channel.
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Answered 3 weeks ago
No, candidates who fulfill OP Jindal Global University BBA LLB (hons) eligibility criteria cannot apply with a CLAT-UG score. This institute only accepts admission based on LNAT-UK exam. No other entrance exams are accepted during admissions to this course.
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