As per the notifications released by the Consortium of NLU, the CLAT 2025 merit list release date was December 26, 2024 but now there is a delay in the release of the first allotment list. The results were declared on December 7, 2024, and students are eagerly waiting for the CLAT merit list to be published. The CLAT merit list is an important document that consists of the candidate’s name, All India Rank(AIR), category and merit rank. After the release of the merit list of CLAT, the students are advised to complete the admission process and pay the university fees to confirm their seat allotment.
CLAT Merit List Release Date
| Important Events | Important Dates |
| CLAT 2025 Exam | December 1, 2024 |
| CLAT 2025 Result Declaration | December 7, 2024 |
| CLAT 2025 counselling registration | December 11, 2024 |
| Last date of registration for counselling | December 20, 2024 |
| Release of first allotment list | December 26, 2024 (Now this has been delayed |
| Payment of confirmation fee | December 26, 2024 to January 04, 2025 |
| Release of second allotment list | January 10, 2025 |
| Payment of confirmation fee | January 10-16, 2025 |
| Release of third allotment list | January 24, 2025 |
| Payment of confirmation fee | January 24-30, 2025 |
| Payment of University Fees | May 14, 2025 |
| Release of the fourth allotment list | May 20, 2025 |
| Payment of confirmation fee | May 20-24, 2025 |
| Release of final allotment fee | May 29, 2025 |
| Payment of confirmation fee | May 29, 2025, to June 02, 2025 |
| Payment of University fee | June 10, 2025 |
How to download the CLAT 2025 Merit List?
Candidates must go through the following steps to download the CLAT 2025 merit list:
- Candidates must visit the CLAT official website consortiumofnlus.ac.in
- Candidates will click on the CLAT 2025 option and scroll down to the notification section.
- Candidates will find the CLAT merit list link.
- Download the CLAT merit list from the link for future reference.
How to fix errors in CLAT Merit List 2025
In case you find any error in your CLAT merit list you need not worry in that case. There are provisions to correct such mistakes. Follow below the steps in such a case:
- Identify your error in the first place. It is necessary to cross-verify whether it is a mistake or not.
- After correct identification of your error gather supporting documents such as your admit card, scorecard, and identity card.
- Now you are required to write an email to the concerned authority or directly contact via phone number available on the CLAT website.
- In most of the cases, the query is resolved by the consortium of NLU’s.
Preparation of the CLAT 2025 Merit List
The CLAT merit list is prepared for admission into each of the participating NLUs in CLAT. The merit list is released in a PDF format in which the ranks of the students are determined by the marks obtained by students in the CLAT examination. The candidates are also arranged according to the category they belong to. Candidates are also judged based on whether they have opted for that NLU when submitting the NLU option. The CLAT merit list is ultimately influenced by multiple factors such as the marks of the candidate, rank, category and NLU preferences.
CLAT 2025 Merit List Tie Breaker Rule
The tie-breaker rule is applied by the consortium when multiple candidates obtain the same number of marks. The tie-breaker rule includes the following:
- The candidate with greater marks in legal reasoning shall be ranked higher in the CLAT merit list 2025.
- If similar marks persist higher preference shall be given to senior candidates in terms of age.
- If the tie remains unsolved, computerised lots shall be drawn.
CLAT 2025 Expected cut-off
| Category | Expected CLAT cutoff |
| General | 85-90 marks |
| OBC | 80-85 marks |
| ST | 60-65 marks |
| Sc | 60-65 marks |
| PWD | 50-55 marks |
| EWS | 70-75 marks |
CLAT Merit List 2025 – FAQ’s
- What is the CLAT 2025 merit list?
The CLAT 2025 merit list consists of the candidate’s name, all-India rank, percentile and category. Students apply for various law colleges based on their ranks in the merit list.
- What is the expected cut-off for CLAT 2025?
The expected cutoff for general can go up to 80 marks for this year. AIR 1 scored a total of 103.3 marks. Students can further predict their ranks according to this.
- Where can I check my CLAT 2025 merit list?
Students are required to log into consortiumofnlus.co.in to check their official results. Further processes can only take place after checking the official merit list.
- What shall I do if I find an error in my merit list results?
If any candidate finds any error in the merit they are advised to contact the CLAT CONSORTIUM Helpline or directly email them with valid proofs.
- How can I improve my CLAT results for future attempts?
If any candidate fails to perform well in their CLAT examination they need not worry rather they are advised to attempt more mocks and stay updated on current affairs and logical reasoning topics.
- Can I secure admission into an NLU with low scores?
Yes definitely, there are chances that you secure a low-level NLU with low scores but that completely depends upon the cutoff of that particular year, your category and rank.
