Low score in MHCET LAW 2026? Check expected rank, admission chances and top law colleges candidates can target through MH CET LLB CAP counselling based on previous years' cut-off trends. Know details here
MHCET LAW Admission 2026: Candidates who scored lower than expected in MHCET LLB 2026 exam should not lose hope. A low MHCET Law score does not mean the end of admission opportunities. Every year, several government-aided, private and regional law colleges in Maharashtra admit candidates with comparatively lower percentiles during later rounds of MH CET LLB Centralised Admission Process (CAP).
It must be noted that final admission through MHCET LAW depends on category, seat availability, reservation policy, candidate preferences and number of CAP rounds held. Candidates with non-zero scores are eligible to participate in MHCET Law counselling. They are advised to carefully fill in their college preferences.
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- Expected Rank for Low Scores in MHCET LAW 2026
- Expected MHCET LAW 2026 Rank and Top Colleges
- Can Candidates Get Admission with MHCET Law 2026 Low Score?
- Top Colleges to Consider with a Low MHCET LAW 2026 Score
Expected Rank for Low Scores in MHCET LAW 2026
Candidates must note tha official MH CET LLB rank list is released by State CET Cell after declaration of results. Those with lower scores may still receive ranks that can help them secure seats in several law colleges. Check expected MHCET Law score along with rank range
| Expected Score/Percentile |
Expected Rank Range |
|---|---|
| 90 to 95 Percentile |
4,000 to 8,000 |
| 80 to 90 Percentile |
8,000 to 15,000 |
| 70 to 80 Percentile |
15,000 to 25,000 |
| 60 to 70 Percentile |
25,000 to 35,000 |
| Below 60 Percentile |
35,000+ |
Above ranks may vary depending on overall difficulty level of exam, number of candidates appearing, and merit list released by CET Cell.
Expected MHCET LAW 2026 Rank and Top Colleges
Candidates can check Maharashtra CET LLB expected rank and top colleges where they can get admission for law courses
| Expected Rank Range |
Expected Percentile |
Admission Chances |
Top Colleges to Consider |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 to 3,000 |
98.5+ |
Excellent |
Government Law College (GLC), Mumbai ILS Law College, Pune SVKM's Pravin Gandhi College of Law DES Shri Navalmal Firodia Law College |
| 3,001 to 8,000 |
95 to 98.5 |
Very Good |
Adv. Balasaheb Apte College of Law, Mumbai University of Mumbai Law Academy (UMLA) Dr. D.Y. Patil College of Law, Navi Mumbai |
| 8,001 to 15,000 |
90 to 95 |
Good |
Rizvi Law College, Mumbai Yashwantrao Chavan Law College, Pune Gokhale Education Society's Law College, Nashik |
| 15,001 to 25,000 |
80 to 90 |
Moderate |
Dr. Ambedkar College of Law, Mumbai New Law College, Ahmednagar Marathwada Mitra Mandal's Shankarrao Chavan Law College |
| 25,001 to 35,000 |
70 to 80 |
Fair |
IBSAR School of Law, Navi Mumbai Advocate Datta Patil College of Law Late Yadavrao Dada Deshmukh Vidhi Mahavidyalaya |
| 35,000+ |
Below 70 |
Limited but Possible |
SNBP Law College; Bharatratna Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Law College Hutatma Rajguru Shikshan Prasarak Mandal's Law College and other private/region-based institutes depending on CAP vacancy rounds |
Also Read: MHCET Law Cutoff
Can Candidates Get Admission with MHCET Law 2026 Low Score?
Yes, but Government Law College (GLC) Mumbai and ILS Law College Pune usually close admissions at very high percentiles, many reputed colleges admit students with moderate or low scores during subsequent MHCET Law CAP rounds. Those belonging to reserved categories often have better admission opportunities due to category-wise seat allocation.
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Top Colleges to Consider with a Low MHCET LAW 2026 Score
Candidates with lower scores can consider applying to these colleges, depending on previous years' admission trends
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Rizvi Law College, Mumbai
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Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Law, Navi Mumbai
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Adv. Balasaheb Apte College of Law, Mumbai
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Gokhale Education Society's Law College, Nashik
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Advocate Datta Patil College of Law
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IBSAR School of Law, Navi Mumbai
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Late Yadavrao Dada Deshmukh Vidhi Mahavidyalaya
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Yashwantrao Chavan Law College, Pune
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Dr. Ambedkar College of Law, Mumbai
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Student Forum
Answered a month ago
Yes, the CAP Counselling dates for 5 year LLB courses are out. Candidates could register until July 17, 2026. The final merit list for round 1 will be out on July 28.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
The reporting time for the MHCET Law exam will be different for both the shifts. It is not yet out, however, the candidates will be required to reach the examination hall as per the time mentioned on the admit card. The hall ticket will be issued to the registered candidates online. Use the login cr
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
The CET Cell has declared the MHCET Law 3-year LLB & 5-year LLB courses.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
MH CET Law exam lasts for 2 hours. The test held online in computer-based mode. You must answer 150 questions in that time. Each question carries one mark, and there is no negative marking. Manage time well because once timer ends, paper auto submits.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
There is no sectional time limit in MH CET Law exam. You get total 2 hours to finish all 150 questions. You can move between sections anytime during test. Manage your time wisely so every part gets enough attention before exam ends.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
General Knowledge (GK) is often said to be the hardest part of the MH CET Law exam because it's wide, changing, and not easy to predict. Current affairs are usually simpler to handle, but the static GK part that includes history, geography, and legal topics becomes tough for many students.
Answered a month ago
With a rank of 1748 in the MH CET Law 3-year LLB exam, you stand a good chance of getting admission to several law colleges across Maharashtra.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
Yes, six months is a good time to prepare for the MH CET Law exam. It gives enough days for both 3-year and 5-year LLB courses. Study daily with focus on Legal Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, and English. Keep giving mock tests often.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
It's neither too easy nor too tough. With proper planning and regular practice, most students can score well. Difficulty depends on the preparation level.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a month ago
General Knowledge and Current Affairs section is the most important section in the MH CET Law question paper. These sections test candidates' awareness of current events and a variety of academic subjects. The weightage of this section is 40.
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