Hello there,

With a CLAT 2025 All India Rank of 12,400 in the SC category , securing admission to the top National Law Universities (NLUs) is unlikely, as their SC category cut-offs typically fall within the 3,000–6,000 rank range.

However, you still have viable options:

NLUs with Higher SC Category Cut-Offs

Some NLUs have historically admitted SC category candidates with ranks beyond 12,000. For instance, Chanakya National Law University (CNLU), Patna has had SC category closing ranks around 13,248 .  Similarly, National University of Study and Research in Law (NUSRL), Ranchi and Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University (DSNLU), Visakhapatnam have had higher closing ranks for SC candidates.

Private Law Colleges Accepting CLAT Scores

Several private institutions accept CLAT scores and may offer admission at your rank. These include:

• UPES Dehradun

• ICFAI Law School, Hyderabad

• Alliance University, Bangalore

• Amity Law School

• Bennett University

These universities often have their own selection criteria and may offer scholarships, especially for SC category students.

Recommendations

• Participate in CLAT Counselling : Even if top NLUs are out of reach, you might secure a seat in NLUs with higher SC category cut-offs.
  
  

• Explore Private Institutions : Apply to private law colleges that accept CLAT scores and inquire about scholarship opportunities.
  
  

• Consider State Law Colleges : Some state law colleges conduct their own entrance exams or have separate quotas for SC candidates.

I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries, feel free to share your questions with us, and we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.

With a CLAT 2025 rank of 12,400 in the SC category, getting into top NLUs may be difficult, as their SC cutoff ranks are usually under 5,000. You can try for private law colleges or state-level universities that accept CLAT scores and have higher cutoffs.