Law

Yes, the CLAT cut-off varies category-wise for different National Law Universities (NLUs), including NLSIU Bengaluru. The variation is based on reservation policies set by the Consortium of NLUs and individual universities.

Factors Affecting CLAT Cutoff by Category

• General (UR) – Typically has the highest cut-off due to intense competition.
• Other Backward Classes (OBC) – Lower than General but still competitive in NLUs offering OBC reservation.
• Scheduled Castes (SC) – Cut-off is lower than UR and OBC due to reservation benefits.
• Scheduled Tribes (ST) – Generally the lowest cut-off among reserved categories.
• Economically Weaker Section (EWS) – Cut-off is slightly lower than UR but higher than SC/ST.
• State Quota – Some NLUs have domicile reservations, leading to a lower cut-off for state residents.

To access the CLAT cut-off information, you can refer to the following resources:

CLAT 2026 Result Notification: This document provides detailed insights into the CLAT 2026 results, including percentile scores and state-wise distribution of candidates. 

CLAT 2026 - First Provisional Allocation List: This list offers the opening and closing ranks for various National Law Universities (NLUs) based on the first round of seat allocations for the 5-Year Integrated Law Programme. Reviewing this can give you an understanding of previous years' cut-offs. 

Individual NLU Information Brochures: Many NLUs publish their own brochures detailing admission criteria, seat intake, and reservation policies. For instance, the revised CLAT Information Brochure for the academic year 2025-26 provides comprehensive information about NLSIU Bengaluru. 

For the most accurate and updated information, it's advisable to regularly check the official CLAT website and the individual websites of the NLUs you're interested in.