3000 Rank in CLAT 2026: Expected NLUs for all Categories

3000 rank in CLAT 2026 is considered to be an average performance as it does not enable a candidate to take admission into the top tier NLUs. Admission scope for General/ EWS/ OBC categories are limited to NLU Jodhpur, NLU Bhopal, NLU Lucknow, NLU Odisha, and NLU Raipur.

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3000 Rank in CLAT 2026: Marks vs Percentile
3000 Rank in CLAT 2026: Expected NLUs for All Categories

3000 Rank in CLAT 2026: Expected NLUs for all Categories

A 3000 rank is considered average performance, as it does not qualify the candidate for admission to the top NLUs across the nation. However, there is an admission scope for candidates of all categories into the mid-tier and low-tier NLUs. The candidates should note that admission chances vary by category. For the general category candidates, there is a medium success chance of admission into NLU Jodhpur, NLU Bhopal, NLU Lucknow, NLU Odisha, and NLU Raipur. The admission chances for the OBC & EWS categories are almost as high as the general category ones. Moreover, for the SC category, there is scope of admission into the NLUs like NLU Bhopal, NLU Raipur, NLU Odisha, NLU Jabalpur, and NLU Shimla. Candidates should note that the analysis provided here has been mentioned based on past trends. The updated details will fluctuate based on details such as factors such as seat availability, total number of exam takers, ongoing competition, etc.

3000 Rank in CLAT 2026: Marks vs Percentile

As per the previous trends, the candidates can secure 3000 rank with around 69.5 marks. Furthermore, with such performance, the candidates can get shortlisted for certain institutes. The table provided below explains details about the 3000 rank in CLAT 2026:

Marks	Expected AIR
69.5+ marks	Up to AIR 3,055
69+ marks	Up to AIR 3,205
68.5+ marks	Up to AIR 3,355
68+ marks	Up to AIR 3,505
67.5+ marks	Up to AIR 3,685
67+ marks	Up to AIR 3,855

3000 Rank in CLAT 2026: Expected NLUs for All Categories

As mentioned, there are only a handful of opportunities for the candidates securing 3000 rank in CLAT 2026. The candidates can find details about category wise expected NLUs for 3000 rank in CLAT exam:-

Category	Expected NLUs
General	NLU Jodhpur NLU Bhopal NLU Lucknow NLU Odisha NLU Raipur
OBC	NLU Jodhpur NLU Bhopal NLU Lucknow NLU Raipur NLU Odisha
EWS	NLU Bhopal NLU Lucknow NLU Odisha NLU Raipur
SC	NLU Bhopal NLU Raipur NLU Odisha NLU Jabalpur NLU Shimla
ST	NLU Raipur NLU Jabalpu NLU Shimla NLU Agartala

A rank of 3000 in CLAT 2026, corresponding to approximately 69.5+ marks, represents an average performance. While it does not open doors to the top NLUs such as NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR Hyderabad, or NUJS Kolkata, it offers reasonable opportunities in mid- and low-tier NLUs. Admission chances vary across categories: General, OBC, and EWS candidates can target NLUs such as Jodhpur, Bhopal, Lucknow, Odisha, and Raipur, whereas SC and ST candidates have higher chances in institutes like Bhopal, Raipur, Odisha, Jabalpur, Shimla, and Agartala. Candidates should note that these predictions are based on past trends, and actual admissions will depend on factors such as seat availability, total number of test-takers, and ongoing competition. Overall, securing a 3000 rank keeps multiple NLUs within reach, especially for category-reserved seats and mid-tier options.

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