Every year, thousands of aspirants dream of seeing their name in the CLAT toppers list, but only a few make it to the very top. As we look forward to the CLAT 2026 toppers, it’s inspiring to revisit the journey of past achievers who set new benchmarks of excellence.
In CLAT 2025, Saksham Gautam secured AIR 1, following the legacy of Jai Bohara from Law Prep Tutorial, who was AIR 1 in CLAT 2024.
Before them, Abhinav Somani topped CLAT 2023, Rishab Shivani from Law Prep was AIR 1 in CLAT 2022, Manhar Bansal in 2021, Aparjita in 2020, and Saumya Singh from Law Prep Tutorial in 2019.
Law Prep Tutorial holds an unmatched record, producing 5 AIR-1 rankers in the last 8 years, proof of our result-oriented mentorship and structured learning approach. This blog presents the complete CLAT 2026 toppers list (to be updated after results) along with past year toppers, their scores, NLUs allotted, and key preparation insights to inspire every future aspirant aiming for the top ranks in CLAT 2026.
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CLAT 2026 Toppers
The CLAT 2026 toppers list will be officially released by the Consortium of NLUs within a few days after the exam, which is scheduled for 7th December 2025. Once the results are announced, we’ll update this section with the names, AIR ranks, scores, and NLUs allotted to the top-performing students.
Law Prep Tutorial students have consistently secured leading ranks every year, and we’re confident that the upcoming CLAT toppers 2026 will once again feature our achievers at the top. Stay tuned for real-time updates right after the result announcement.
| Rank | Topper Name | Score | City |
| 1 | AIR-1 CLAT 2026 | — | — |
| 2 | AIR-2 CLAT 2026 | — | — |
| 3 | AIR-3 CLAT 2026 | — | — |
| 4 | AIR-4 CLAT 2026 | — | — |
| 5 | AIR-5 CLAT 2026 | — | — |
CLAT 2026 Topper List with Marks
Once the official data is out, we’ll update this section with the complete CLAT 2026 rank list and marks of top 10–20 scorers.
| AIR (Rank) | Candidate Name | Marks Obtained | Percentile | Category |
| 1 | To be updated soon | — | — | |
| 2 | To be updated soon | — | — | |
| 3 | To be updated soon | — | — | |
| 4 | To be updated soon | — | — | |
| 5 | To be updated soon | — | — |
Previous Year CLAT Toppers
| Year | Topper Name | Marks Obtained | AIR Rank |
| CLAT 2025 | Saksham Gautam | 106.75 (out of 120) | AIR 1 |
| CLAT 2024 | Jai Bohara | 108.5 (out of 120) | AIR 1 |
| CLAT 2023 | Abhinav Somani | 116.75 (out of 150) | AIR 1 |
| CLAT 2022 | Rishab Shivani | 121 (out of 150) | AIR 1 |
| CLAT 2021 | Manhar Bansal | 125.5 (out of 150) | AIR 1 |
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CLAT Toppers 2025
The CLAT 2025 toppers have set a new record of excellence with their outstanding performance in the Common Law Admission Test. This year, Law Prep Tutorial once again made history by achieving 1310+ NLU selections across India — the highest ever in a single year, proving why it continues to be India’s most trusted name in CLAT coaching.
| AIR Rank | Topper Name |
| 1 | Saksham Gautam |
| 2 | Daiwik Agarwala |
| 3 | Ananya Tamaskar |
| 4 | Aditya Gautam Ankhad |
| 5 | Tanvi Jain |
| 6 | Nikhilesh Mukherjee |
| 7 | Vardaan Chawla |
| 8 | Aniruddha Pathak |
| 9 | Akshat Shraff |
| 11 | Naffi |
| 14 | Shantanu Dwivedi |
| 15 | Siddhi Sandeep Ladda |
| 16 | Saher Nitin Gole |
| 17 | Vidit Rawat |
| 21 | Vinod Charan |
| 23 | Bhadra Jidesh |
| 24 | Shreyansh Singh |
| 25 | Dushyant Singh |
| 28 | Kumar Shubham |
| 35 | Rehan Khan |
| 36 | Aditya Seth |
| 45 | Kavya Jhawar |
| 46 | Moksh Singh |
| 49 | Aman Balhwan |
| 51 | Mannat Anand |
| 54 | Sarvgya Anupam |
| 55 | Vedant Rahul Oka |
| 58 | Raghav Jain |
| 64 | Pooja Rawat |
| 66 | Agniva Banerjee |
| 69 | Nikhil Devnani |
| 77 | Devansh Agarwal |
| 78 | Krishna |
| 79 | Shreya Agarwal |
| 80 | Aarav Paliwal |
| 81 | Neel Dhillon |
| 86 | Vinayak Kedia |
| 88 | Guntas |
| 92 | Kulbhushan Dubey |
| 97 | Anirban Dutta |
| 97 | Anirban Dutta |
| 105 | Pragya Vijay |
| 119 | Akhil Kumar |
| 122 | Suhani Rajvanshi |
| 140 | Utkarsha |
| 144 | Siddharth Agarwal |
| 159 | Neo Bajpai |
| 168 | Chitrangan Shrivastava |
| 176 | Madhav Krishna Agnihotri |
| 182 | Rajdeep Kumar |
| 214 | Kapish Jindal |
| 215 | Sharadhi NR |
| 238 | Utsav Prakash |
| 266 | Divyanshu Bhatnagar |
| 273 | Shekhar Patil |
| 284 | Divyanshi Jain |
| 290 | Anvesha Jangid |
| 293 | Shivraj Sharma |
| 318 | Disha GR |
| 324 | Vishesh Shekhar |
| 360 | Ila Jha |
| 364 | A. Vaishnavi |
| 374 | Jayaditya Vyas |
| 397 | Tushit Trijal |
Key resources to explore after your CLAT exam
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| CLAT 2026 Marks vs Rank | CLAT 2026 Question Paper |
| CLAT 2026 College Predictor | CLAT 2026 Rank Predictor |
CLAT Toppers 2024
Jai Bohara, from Law Prep Tutorial, secured AIR 1 with 108 marks, followed by Manav Agarwal (AIR 5), and Jigyasa (AIR 9). Law Prep Tutorial produced 40 students under AIR 100 and a total of 1000+ NLU selections.
| Name | All India Rank (AIR) | Score |
| Jai Bohara | AIR 1 | 108 marks |
| Pradyot Shah | AIR 2 | 99.99 marks |
| Rahul | AIR 3 | – |
| Pragnya Amireddy | AIR 4 | – |
| Manav Agarwal | AIR 5 | 104.25 marks |
| Vinay | AIR 6 | 104.25 marks |
| Arijit Bansal | AIR 7 | – |
| Jigyasa | AIR 9 | – |
| Asutosh Kar | AIR 10 | – |
| Pawan Kumar Pandey | AIR 11 | 103.25 marks |
| Rohit | AIR 14 | – |
| Devdeep | AIR 15 | – |
| Astha Nayak | AIR 16 | – |
| Bhumi Meena | AIR 17 | – |
| Gourav Bishnoi | AIR 18 | – |
| Aivyansh Bohra | AIR 19 | – |
| Vipul Khicha | AIR 21 | – |
| Kunal | AIR 23 | – |
| Aditya | AIR 24 | – |
| Shiny Verma | AIR 27 | – |
| Amlan | AIR 30 | – |
| Priyaranjan | AIR 31 | – |
| Sagnik | AIR 33 | – |
| Manya | AIR 35 | – |
| Divas Upadhyay | AIR 38 | 100.80 marks |
| Mahi | AIR 40 | – |
| Sarah | AIR 42 | – |
| Jayesh | AIR 43 | – |
| Aarush | AIR 44 | – |
| Khushi | AIR 46 | – |
| Umma | AIR 50 | – |
| Anushka Agarwal | AIR 53 | 100 marks |
| Niyati | AIR 57 | – |
| Sheetal | AIR 60 | – |
| Annika | AIR 63 | – |
| Jairaj | AIR 65 | – |
| Shuchi | AIR 74 | – |
| Tvesha Chauhan | AIR 77 | 99.50 marks |
| Dhruti | AIR 82 | – |
| Aanya | AIR 86 | – |
| Vaishnavi | AIR 100 | – |
| Wazim Sameer | AIR 108 | 98.05 marks |
| Vaibhavi | AIR 132 | – |
| Nishant Kumar Singh | AIR 332 | 95 marks |
| Divyansh Vyas | AIR 335 | 95 marks |
| Eeshaan Sharma | AIR 369 | 94.50 marks |
| Kushagra Joshi | AIR 386 | 94.50 marks |
| Krishna S | AIR 651 | 92.5 marks |
CLAT Toppers 2023
- Abhinav Somani was the CLAT 2023 topper, scoring 116.75 marks out of 150. In SC category, Gnanankit secured AIR 1, while Sahil Gupta achieved AIR 2.
- Other notable ranks include Shruti Bhukar (AIR 16), Navya Nair (AIR 6), Ratyansh Garg (AIR 20), Sanath BS (AIR 23), and Tanishq Sud (AIR 24).
- Law Prep Tutorial produced 700+ NLU selections in CLAT 2023, proving their consistent excellence in training future legal professionals.
Below is the complete CLAT toppers list with marks for 2023.
| Name | All India Rank (AIR) | Score (Marks) |
| Abhinav Somani | AIR 1 | 116.75 |
| Gnanankit (SC) | AIR 1 | 94.5 |
| Sahil Gupta | AIR 2 | 112 |
| Shubham Thakare | AIR 3 | – |
| Arnav Maheshwari | AIR 4 | – |
| Navya Nair | AIR 6 | – |
| Piyush Gupta | AIR 8 | 107.75 |
| Upmanyu Chatterjee | AIR 10 | – |
| Kshitika Tyagi | AIR 12 | 106.75 |
| Shruti Bhukar | AIR 16 | – |
| Avesha Khan | AIR 17 | 105.75 |
| Ratyansh Garg | AIR 20 | – |
| Sanath BS | AIR 23 | – |
| Tanishq Sud | AIR 24 | – |
| Tejas Bhupesh | AIR 32 | – |
| Arunav Ghosh | AIR 40 | 101.75 |
CLAT Toppers 2022
Rishabh Shivani from Law Prep Tutorial was the CLAT 2022 topper (AIR1), and his marks were 121 out of 150. The other toppers within AIR 10 included Menal, Shivaansh, Harshit, Akshat Agarwal, Akarsh Bhafna, and Jahnvi Joshi.
| Name | All India Rank (AIR) |
| Rishabh Shivani | AIR 1 |
| Menal | AIR 2 |
| Shivaansh | AIR 3 |
| Harshit | AIR 4 |
| Akshat Agarwal | AIR 5 |
| Akarsh Bhafna | AIR 6 |
| Jahnvi Joshi | AIR 8 |
| Shivaraman | AIR 12 |
| Rahul | AIR 13 |
| Aumita | AIR 14 |
| Kevin | AIR 19 |
| Apurva | AIR 20 |
| Yash | AIR 21 |
| Anirudh | AIR 24 |
| Nivedita | AIR 30 |
| Srishti | AIR 31 |
| Pranav | AIR 35 |
| Anmol | AIR 39 |
| Hrishita | AIR 48 |
| Navya | AIR 52 |
| Arman | AIR 57 |
| Harsh | AIR 70 |
| Ayush | AIR 74 |
| Divyansh | AIR 76 |
| Aayushi | AIR 84 |
| Kunal | AIR 88 |
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CLAT Topper 2021
Below is the list of CLAT 2021 toppers, along with their ranks and scores.
| Name | All India Rank (AIR) | Score |
| Manhar Bansal | AIR 1 | 125.5 |
| Nidhi Agarwal | AIR 2 | 117 |
| Karthik J Lal | AIR 3 | 117 |
| Shwetha Ramachandran | AIR 4 | 115.5 |
| Sukram Sharma | AIR 5 | 115.25 |
| Aditi | AIR 6 | 114.75 |
| Shreyas Datar | AIR 7 | 114.25 |
| Ameya Deb | AIR 8 | 113.25 |
| Garima Banka | AIR 9 | 113.25 |
| Shruti Jain | AIR 10 | 112.75 |
| Prachi Mathur | AIR 12 | – |
| Archita Sharma | AIR 16 | – |
| Deborshi Ghosh | AIR 24 | – |
The CLAT toppers list with marks featured some of the brightest minds, with top candidates securing remarkable scores. These toppers showcased their strategic CLAT preparation, time management, and consistent effort, earning them admissions to prestigious NLUs.
The competition in CLAT 2021 was intense, but the top candidates stood out with their exceptional command over all sections of the exam.
CLAT Topper 2020
Below is the list of CLAT 2020 toppers, along with their ranks and scores.
| Name | All India Rank (AIR) | Score |
| Aprajita | AIR 1 | 127.25 |
| Aadya Singh | AIR 2 | 120.75 |
| Jai Singh Rathor | AIR 3 | 120.25 |
| Div Kr Singh | AIR 4 | 119.25 |
| Anand Kumar | AIR 5 | 117 |
| Shailja Beria | AIR 6 | 110.5 |
| Anhad Kaur Mehta | AIR 7 | 108.5 |
| Ritik Raj | AIR 8 | 107.5 |
| Ayush Singh Tomar | AIR 9 | 106.75 |
| Shantanu | AIR 10 | 104 |
The CLAT 2020 toppers showcased remarkable talent, excelling in one of the most competitive law entrance exams. These candidates not only demonstrated their strong grasp over various sections of the exam but also managed their time and strategy effectively.
The CLAT toppers list with marks reflects the hard work and dedication of these aspirants, who secured admission to prestigious NLUs. Their preparation strategies serve as inspiration for future CLAT aspirants.
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CLAT Toppers 2019
Below is the list of CLAT 2019 toppers with their respective ranks and scores.
| Name | All India Rank (AIR) |
| Saumya Singh | AIR 1 |
| Harsh Tomar | AIR 2 |
| Anurag Tiwari | AIR 3 |
| Merchant Hrithik Rajiv | AIR 4 |
| Mouli Kaushal Jain | AIR 5 |
| Yash Kawdia | AIR 6 |
| Siddhant Arya | AIR 7 |
| Shubh Mittal | AIR 8 |
| Eashaan Agrawal | AIR 9 |
| Dhruv Jain | AIR 10 |
Common Traits & Preparation Strategies of CLAT Topper 2026
The toppers of CLAT 2026 come from different cities and backgrounds, but their preparation mindset and discipline share several similarities. These are the key habits and strategies that every CLAT topper follows to secure a top All India Rank.
1. Consistency Over Intensity
Every CLAT topper knows that success doesn’t come from random bursts of hard work but from steady, daily effort. They follow a structured study schedule and make consistent progress, focusing equally on all sections, without missing practice days.
2. Daily Mock Tests and Analysis
The most successful CLAT toppers treat CLAT mock tests as their biggest learning tool. They attempt daily or weekly mocks to simulate the real exam, improve time management, and identify weak areas.
What sets them apart is not just taking CLAT mocks, but analyzing every test to correct mistakes before the next attempt.
3. Regular Revision and Concept Reinforcement
One of the most powerful habits of toppers of CLAT is their focus on revision. They revise CLAT current affairs, vocabulary, and legal concepts multiple times before the exam. This repetition ensures accuracy under pressure and helps retain critical information, which often becomes the difference between a top 10 rank and the rest.
4. Effective Time Management During Preparation & Exam
Every CLAT topper masters time management, both while preparing and during the test. They divide study hours wisely across sections, practice solving full papers within the time limit, and develop strategies to handle difficult questions without panic. This skill ensures calmness and precision during the real exam.
5. Guided Mentorship and Peer Learning
Behind most CLAT toppers is the right mentorship and environment. They rely on expert guidance, take feedback seriously, and engage in group discussions with peers. Structured coaching programs like Law Prep Tutorial’s offline and online CLAT coaching provide the right mix of mentorship, mocks, and motivation to help aspirants perform at their peak.
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| Best Books for CLAT Preparation | CLAT Syllabus PDF |
Things to Learn from CLAT 2026 Topper
Every CLAT topper follows a unique journey, but certain practices make them stand out from the rest. As aspirants look up to the CLAT 2026 toppers, here are some valuable lessons to learn from their preparation approach and mindset that can transform your own journey to success.
1. They Start Early and Stay Ahead
Most CLAT toppers begin their preparation at least a year in advance. Starting early allows them to build conceptual clarity, strengthen reading speed, and revise multiple times before the exam, giving them an undeniable edge over late starters.
2. They Focus on Quality, Not Quantity
The CLAT 2026 toppers don’t study for long hours blindly; instead, they ensure every study session adds real value. Their focus is on understanding the logic behind every answer rather than cramming facts, leading to stronger conceptual retention and confidence during the exam.
3. They Analyze Every Mistake Deeply
What separates a CLAT topper from others is their ability to learn from errors. After every mock or test, toppers spend time understanding why they got a question wrong, whether it was due to haste, misinterpretation, or lack of concept, and fix it before the next test.
4. They Maintain Discipline on Tough Days
All CLAT toppers experience fatigue and self-doubt, but they never let emotions break their consistency. Even on bad days, they revise a chapter, read the newspaper, or attempt a short test. This habit of showing up daily keeps their momentum alive till exam day.
5. They Balance Speed with Accuracy
Toppers understand that CLAT is not just about attempting more questions but about maintaining high accuracy. They practice solving previous year CLAT papers under strict time limits while prioritizing precision, which helps them achieve better overall scores with minimal negative marking.
6. They Read Widely and Stay Updated
The CLAT 2026 toppers make reading a daily habit, from editorials and journals to legal articles. This improves comprehension speed, vocabulary, and awareness, all crucial for acing CLAT’s passage-based questions and the current affairs section.
7. They Learn Smartly from Mentors
Every CLAT topper values expert guidance. They seek help whenever stuck, adapt strategies from experienced mentors, and trust structured programs like Law Prep Tutorial’s Online CLAT Coaching, which provides personalized guidance, AI-powered analysis, and mock tests aligned with the latest pattern.
8. They Visualize Success and Stay Positive
Top-performing students maintain a winner’s mindset. They visualize their success, stay calm before the exam, and handle pressure with maturity. Their belief in their preparation and strategy is what ultimately helps them turn effort into excellence, a mindset every CLAT 2026 topper embodies.
How to Become the Next CLAT Topper?
Becoming a CLAT topper is about following the right strategy, staying disciplined, and learning from experts who know the exam inside out. If you’re aiming to see your name among the CLAT toppers, here are five essential steps that can help you get there:
1. Get Expert Guidance from India’s Best Mentors
Self-study alone can take you only so far. The top CLAT toppers trust structured programs and expert mentors who guide them every step of the way.
With a presence in 50+ cities across 18 states, Law Prep Tutorial offers both offline and online CLAT coaching — giving you access to experienced faculty, personalized mentorship, and proven strategies that have produced 5× AIR-1s in the last 8 years.
2. Practice Daily with Real Exam-Based CLAT Mock Tests
Regular mock tests are the foundation of every CLAT topper’s success. They help you master time management, question patterns, and accuracy.
Enroll in the Law Prep CLAT Mock Test Series to practice full-length and sectional mocks based on the latest pattern, complete with AI-driven performance analysis and detailed reports.
3. Solve CLAT PYQs to Understand the Trend
Before aiming for perfection, understand what the exam truly demands. Going through CLAT Previous Year Papers (PYQs) helps you identify important topics, recurring question types, and difficulty levels.
Most CLAT toppers revise PYQs multiple times to strengthen their conceptual clarity and exam instincts.
4. Focus on Reading, Revision, and Daily Current Affairs
To join the ranks of CLAT 2026 toppers, make reading a part of your daily routine. Read editorials, legal articles, and GK updates. Revise every concept weekly and keep your notes organized.
Remember — CLAT rewards those who can connect knowledge, logic, and reading speed effectively.
5. Stay Consistent and Keep the Topper Mindset
Every CLAT topper started where you are now. What made them different was consistency, discipline, and confidence in their preparation. Set realistic daily goals, track your progress, and keep pushing even on tough days. Surround yourself with mentors and peers who keep you motivated and focused.
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CLAT 2026 Results
The CLAT 2026 exam will be conducted on 7th December 2025 (Sunday) by the Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs). Based on the previous trend, the CLAT 2026 result is expected to be declared within 7–10 days of the exam, most likely between 14th and 17th December 2025.
After the declaration of results, the Consortium will release the CLAT 2026 rank list, scorecards, and begin the CLAT 2026 counselling process for admissions to 26 NLUs across India.
| Event | Date (Expected) |
| CLAT 2026 Exam Date | 7th December 2025 (Sunday) |
| CLAT 2026 Answer Key (Provisional) | 8th–9th December 2025 |
| Objection Window Opens | 9th–10th December 2025 |
| Final Answer Key Release | 13th December 2025 (Expected) |
| CLAT 2026 Result Date | Between 14th–17th December 2025 |
| Publication of Merit List | 17th–18th December 2025 |
| Counselling Registration Starts | 3rd Week of December 2025 |
| CLAT First Allotment List | Last Week of December 2025 |
| Admission Process at NLUs | January 2026 onwards |
FAQs About CLAT Topper 2026
The CLAT 2026 topper will be announced once the official result is declared. The topper’s name, marks, and NLU allotted will be updated on this page immediately after the announcement.
Based on recent trends, the CLAT 2026 topper’s marks are expected to be in the range of 105–115 out of 120.
Saksham Gautam secured AIR 1 in CLAT 2025, followed by Daiwik Agarwala (AIR 2) and Ananya Tamaskar (AIR 3).
Jai Bohara from Law Prep Tutorial was the AIR 1 in CLAT 2024, continuing the institute’s legacy of producing national toppers.
Abhinav Somani achieved AIR 1 in CLAT 2023, with an exceptional performance and one of the highest recorded scores.
Rishab Shivani, a student of Law Prep Tutorial, secured AIR 1 in CLAT 2022 and got admission to NLSIU Bangalore.
Law Prep Tutorial achieved a record-breaking 1310+ NLU selections in CLAT 2025, with several students in the Top 100 AIR ranks.
Law Prep Tutorial has produced 5× AIR-1 rankers in the last 8 years, including CLAT 2024, 2022, 2019, and previous years.
The toppers of CLAT share traits like daily mock practice, regular revision, time management, and consistent reading of newspapers and legal passages.
Most CLAT toppers study for 5–6 focused hours per day, balancing concept-building, mock tests, and revision rather than long, unproductive study sessions.
Self-study is crucial, but structured guidance from an expert institute like Law Prep Tutorial provides a clear direction, mock analysis, and regular mentorship to maximize performance.
No, most toppers attempt 105–110 questions accurately while maintaining high precision to avoid negative marking.
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