MH CET Law Cutoff 2025-26 — category-wise and college-wise cutoff marks for GLC Mumbai, ILS Pune and 150+ Maharashtra law colleges
MH CET Law Cutoff 2025–26 | Category-Wise & College-Wise Data for 3-Year and 5-Year LLB | LawGuru India
150
Marks — Total MH CET Law exam score
122
Highest score in MH CET Law 2024 (5-yr LLB)
99.61
GLC Mumbai percentile cutoff, General AI (2024)
74K+
Students appeared for 3-yr LLB in 2025
MH CET Law 2025–26 | Key Cutoff Facts
Total Marks: 150 (1 mark per question, no negative marking)
Cutoff Released By: State CET Cell, Maharashtra (cetcell.mahacet.org)
Cutoff Type: Opening & Closing percentile / marks per college, per round
CAP Rounds: 3 rounds (Round 1, Round 2, Round 3)
Programs: 3-Year LLB (post-graduation) and 5-Year BA LLB (post-Class 12)
Participating Colleges: ~158 law colleges across Maharashtra for 2026
Categories: Open, OBC, SC, ST, VJ/NT, SBC, EWS, PWD; Maharashtra & OMS quota
GLC Mumbai 2024 Cutoff: 99.61 percentile (General AI, last round)
ILS Pune 2025 Expected: 99%+ percentile for General category
Good Score Benchmark: 110+ marks for top college admission
📋 Table of Contents | MH CET Law Cutoff 2025–26
1. What Is MH CET Law Cutoff & How Is It Released? 2. Factors That Determine the MH CET Law Cutoff 3. MH CET Law Score vs Rank Predictor (2024 Data) 4. MH CET Law Cutoff 2024 — 5-Year LLB College-Wise 5. MH CET Law Cutoff 2024 — 3-Year LLB College-Wise 6. Category-Wise Cutoff (General, OBC, SC, ST) 7. GLC Mumbai Cutoff — Detailed Year-Wise Trends 8. ILS Pune Cutoff — Year-Wise Trends 9. CAP Round-Wise Cutoff Analysis 10. Previous Year Cutoff Trends (2022–2024) 11. OMS (Outside Maharashtra State) Cutoff 12. What To Do After Checking the Cutoff? 13. Frequently Asked Questions

1. What Is MH CET Law Cutoff & How Is It Released?

The MH CET Law cutoff is the minimum score or percentile a candidate must secure in the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test for Law to be eligible for admission to a particular law college and program. The cutoff is not a single number — it varies by college, program (3-year or 5-year LLB), category (General, OBC, SC, ST etc.), CAP round, and candidate domicile (Maharashtra state or OMS).

The State CET Cell, Maharashtra releases the MH CET Law cutoff officially on its website cetcell.mahacet.org as part of the Centralised Admission Process (CAP). The cutoff is published in the form of opening and closing marks/percentiles for each college after every CAP round. Candidates do not get a separate cutoff list — they must check the seat allotment list of each round to infer the effective cutoff for their preferred college and category.

ℹ️ Opening vs Closing Cutoff — What's the Difference?

Opening cutoff is the score of the first candidate allotted a seat in that college/category in that round. Closing cutoff is the score of the last candidate allotted a seat before the seats were filled. The closing cutoff is the number you need to beat to have a chance in that college. Both are released separately for each CAP round, and the closing cutoff typically decreases slightly in later rounds as more seats get filled.

2. Factors That Determine the MH CET Law Cutoff

The MH CET Law cutoff shifts every year. Understanding the factors at play helps candidates set realistic target scores and make smarter college choices during the CAP process.

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Number of Candidates Appearing
The single biggest driver of cutoff movement. In 2024, over 39,500 candidates appeared for the 5-year LLB and more than 60,000 for the 3-year LLB. In 2025, the 3-year LLB saw 74,621 actual test-takers from 94,506 registered students. Higher participation means more competition for the same number of seats, pushing cutoffs upward.
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Exam Difficulty Level
If the paper is perceived as easy in a given year, high scores will be more common and cutoffs will rise. A harder paper suppresses scores across the board and cutoffs drop. This is the most unpredictable year-to-year variable, which is why candidates should not solely rely on previous year's cutoff to set their score target.
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College Popularity & Available Seats
Premier colleges like GLC Mumbai and ILS Pune attract the highest-scoring candidates, resulting in near-99th percentile cutoffs. Smaller or newer colleges in Tier-2 cities have much lower cutoffs because demand for seats is lower. Seat intake also plays a role — a college increasing its intake may see slightly lower cutoffs in a given year.
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Category Reservations
Maharashtra has multiple reservation categories including OBC, SC, ST, VJ/NT-A, VJ/NT-B, VJ/NT-C, VJ/NT-D, SBC, and EWS. Each category has separately listed cutoffs, with reserved categories consistently lower than the Open/General cutoff. The difference between Open and SC cutoffs for GLC Mumbai has historically been 8–18 marks.
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Maharashtra Domicile vs OMS Quota
Outside Maharashtra State (OMS) candidates compete for a limited All India (AI) quota in each college. The AI quota seats are fewer, making the OMS cutoff generally higher (or equal to) the Maharashtra state cutoff for the same college. At GLC Mumbai, the General AI cutoff was 99.61 percentile — among the highest in the state.
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CAP Round Number
Cutoffs typically decrease across successive CAP rounds (Round 1 → Round 2 → Round 3) as seats are progressively filled and top-scoring students confirm their allotments. Round 3 often has the lowest closing cutoff for many mid-tier colleges, making it the final opportunity for borderline candidates to secure a seat.

3. MH CET Law Score vs Rank Predictor (2024 Data)

While the official rank list is released by the State CET Cell after results, candidates can use the following score-to-approximate-rank mapping based on 2024 MH CET Law data to set their target scores. Remember: the highest score in MH CET Law 2024 was 122 out of 150 for the 5-year LLB program.

120–122
Rank ~1–50
🏆 Top Tier — GLC Mumbai secured
115–119
Rank ~51–250
⭐ Excellent — ILS Pune eligible
110–114
Rank ~251–600
✅ Very Good — KC College Mumbai, SNDT
100–109
Rank ~601–1,500
👍 Good — Strong Tier-2 Maharashtra colleges
90–99
Rank ~1,501–3,500
📌 Average — Mid-tier colleges in Mumbai/Pune
Below 90
Rank 3,500+
⚠️ Lower Tier — Smaller colleges in Tier-3 cities
✅ Expert Strategy: Target Score Buffer

Always target a score 10–15 marks above the closing cutoff of your dream college. Cutoffs shift year to year based on exam difficulty and applicant pool. If GLC Mumbai's last round closing cutoff was 119 in 2023 and 122 in 2024, scoring 120+ provides a reasonable safety buffer — but cannot guarantee admission in a highly competitive year.

4. MH CET Law Cutoff 2024 — 5-Year LLB College-Wise (Open Category, CAP Round 3)

The following table shows the opening and closing cutoff marks for the 5-Year BA LLB / BLS LLB program for the Open (General) Maharashtra category in the final CAP Round 3 of MH CET Law 2024. Scores are out of 150.

Law College City Opening Marks Closing Marks Category
Government Law College (GLC) Mumbai 119 122 Open – Maharashtra
ILS Law College Pune 115 120 Open – Maharashtra
KC Law College Mumbai 113 118 Open – Maharashtra
SNDT Women's University Mumbai 110 116 Open – Maharashtra
Bharati Vidyapeeth Law College Pune 108 114 Open – Maharashtra
Dr. Ambedkar College of Law Mumbai 105 112 Open – Maharashtra
Rizvi Law College Mumbai 101 109 Open – Maharashtra
Yashwantrao Chavan Law College Pune 98 106 Open – Maharashtra
DY Patil Law College Pune 95 103 Open – Maharashtra
Navjeevan Law College Nashik 88 97 Open – Maharashtra
Advani Law College Mumbai 85 94 Open – Maharashtra
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Law College Aurangabad 78 89 Open – Maharashtra

* Cutoff marks are indicative based on 2024 CAP Round 3 data. Actual 2025 cutoffs will be released on cetcell.mahacet.org. Scores are out of 150.

5. MH CET Law Cutoff 2024 — 3-Year LLB College-Wise (Open Category, CAP Round 3)

The 3-Year LLB program is open to graduates from any stream and is highly competitive in Maharashtra, with over 60,000 candidates appearing in 2024. The following table shows indicative closing cutoff marks for top colleges in the Open (General) Maharashtra category, CAP Round 3.

Law College City Opening Marks Closing Marks Category
Government Law College (GLC) Mumbai 121 123 Open – Maharashtra
ILS Law College Pune 118 122 Open – Maharashtra
Government Law College Aurangabad 112 119 Open – Maharashtra
KC Law College Mumbai 114 119 Open – Maharashtra
Bharati Vidyapeeth Law College Pune 110 116 Open – Maharashtra
SNDT Women's University Mumbai 91 105 Open – Maharashtra
Sinhgad Law College Pune 100 111 Open – Maharashtra
Nagpur University Law College Nagpur 96 108 Open – Maharashtra
DY Patil Law College Pune 90 103 Open – Maharashtra
Rizvi Law College Mumbai 87 99 Open – Maharashtra

* 3-Year LLB cutoffs are consistently higher than 5-Year LLB cutoffs at top colleges because of the larger and more competitive applicant pool (graduates vs +2 students).

6. Category-Wise MH CET Law Cutoff 2024 (GLC Mumbai, 5-Year LLB)

Maharashtra's reservation system is one of the most complex in India, with multiple sub-categories under OBC and other backward classes. The following table illustrates the approximate category-wise closing cutoff marks for Government Law College (GLC) Mumbai — the most competitive MH CET Law college — for the 5-Year LLB (BA LLB) program, based on 2024 CAP Round 3 data.

Category
Opening (Round 3)
Closing (Round 3)
Percentile (Approx)
Quota
Open (General)
119
122
99.4–99.8
Maharashtra
Open (General)
120
122
99.61
All India (OMS)
OBC
109
114
97–98
Maharashtra
SC
102
108
95–96
Maharashtra
ST
88
97
90–93
Maharashtra
VJ/NT
97
104
93–95
Maharashtra
SBC
100
108
95–97
Maharashtra
EWS
112
118
98–99
Maharashtra
PWD
72
84
82–86
Maharashtra

* Data is indicative based on 2024 trends. Official category-wise cutoffs are released at cetcell.mahacet.org during CAP rounds.

⚠️ Important: EWS Cutoff Is Higher Than Expected

Many candidates assume the EWS (Economically Weaker Section) cutoff will be significantly lower than the Open category. At premier colleges like GLC Mumbai, the EWS cutoff is typically only 3–6 marks below the Open category closing cutoff. This is because the EWS quota has very few seats and attracts high-scoring candidates who do not qualify under other reservation categories.

7. GLC Mumbai Cutoff — Year-Wise Trends (2022–2024)

Government Law College (GLC) Mumbai, established in 1855, is the most prestigious law college in Maharashtra and among the top law institutions in India. Its MH CET Law cutoff is consistently among the highest in the state, reflecting intense demand for its limited seats.

GLC Mumbai — 5-Year LLB
General AI Category (Last Round)
99.61
Percentile — MH CET Law 2024
5-Year LLB All India Quota Last Round 2024
GLC Mumbai — 3-Year LLB
General Maharashtra Category (Last Round)
123
Marks out of 150 — MH CET Law 2024
3-Year LLB Maharashtra Quota Last Round 2024
Year Program Category Round Closing Marks / Percentile
20245-Year LLBGeneral – AILast Round99.61 percentile
20235-Year LLBGeneral – MaharashtraLast Round119 marks
20225-Year LLBGeneral – AILast Round122 marks
20243-Year LLBGeneral – MaharashtraLast Round123 marks
20233-Year LLBGeneral – MaharashtraLast Round119 marks
20223-Year LLBGeneral – AILast Round122 marks

The year-on-year data confirms that GLC Mumbai's cutoff is firmly in the 98th–99th percentile+ range for the Open category. The college's reputation for producing top lawyers, judges, and legal practitioners makes it the most-preferred choice for MH CET Law aspirants, consistently sustaining this ultra-competitive cutoff.

8. ILS Law College Pune Cutoff — Year-Wise Trends

ILS Law College, Pune (Indian Law Society's Law College) is the second most-coveted law college under MH CET Law. Established in 1924 and affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University, ILS Pune consistently records a cutoff just below GLC Mumbai and is a first-choice destination for Pune-based aspirants.

ILS Pune — 5-Year LLB (Expected 2025)
General Category Expected Cutoff
99%+
Percentile (Expected, based on 2024 trends)
5-Year LLB Pune University Expected 2025
ILS Pune — 5-Year LLB 2024
Open (Maharashtra) Closing Marks
120
Marks out of 150 — CAP Round 3, 2024
5-Year LLB Maharashtra Quota Round 3 Final
YearProgramCategoryClosing MarksTrend
20245-Year LLBOpen – Maharashtra120⬆️ Up from 2023
20235-Year LLBOpen – Maharashtra117⬆️ Up from 2022
20225-Year LLBOpen – Maharashtra115— Baseline
20243-Year LLBOpen – Maharashtra122⬆️ Up from 2023
20233-Year LLBOpen – Maharashtra118⬆️ Up from 2022
20223-Year LLBOpen – Maharashtra116— Baseline
💡 ILS Pune vs GLC Mumbai: Which Should You Prefer?

If you score between 115–120, you are in a competitive zone for both colleges. GLC Mumbai offers a Mumbai location advantage and a stronger alumni network in the High Court and corporate law ecosystem. ILS Pune has an excellent academic faculty and lower cost of living. If your rank comfortably exceeds both cutoffs, preference often comes down to city preference and specialisation focus.

9. CAP Round-Wise Cutoff Analysis — How Cutoffs Change Across Rounds

Understanding how the cutoff shifts across CAP rounds is critical for strategic college selection. The Centralised Admission Process (CAP) for MH CET Law typically runs in three rounds, each with its own seat allotment and cutoff.

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CAP Round 1 — Highest Cutoffs
In Round 1, the highest-scoring candidates confirm their seat allotments. Top colleges fill most of their seats in this round. The closing cutoff for GLC Mumbai and ILS Pune in Round 1 is typically within 1–2 marks of the overall final cutoff. Candidates who do not get their preferred college in Round 1 can participate in subsequent rounds without losing their Round 1 allotment immediately.
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CAP Round 2 — Slight Decrease in Cutoffs
Round 2 fills seats vacated by candidates who either upgraded to a better college or did not confirm their Round 1 allotment. The cutoff at mid-tier colleges can drop by 3–8 marks from Round 1 to Round 2. At premium colleges, the gap is minimal. Candidates who scored 5–10 marks below a college's Round 1 cutoff should watch Round 2 carefully.
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CAP Round 3 — Final Opportunity
The last CAP round fills remaining seats after all upgrades and cancellations. This round often sees the lowest closing cutoffs for many colleges, including some mid-tier Mumbai and Pune colleges. Candidates who scored in the 90–100 range and missed Round 1 and 2 at their preferred college should remain active in Round 3 as surprise allotments are possible.
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Institutional Round — College-Level Allotment
After all CAP rounds, some colleges conduct an institutional-level admission round to fill remaining seats from candidates on the waiting list. Cutoffs in institutional rounds can be significantly lower, sometimes 20–30 marks below the CAP Round 1 cutoff for the same college. Check individual college websites for institutional round announcements.

10. MH CET Law Previous Year Cutoff Trends (2022–2024)

The following data provides a multi-year view of how cutoffs have evolved at the most popular MH CET Law colleges, giving aspirants a macro-level picture for strategic preparation.

College Program 2022 Closing 2023 Closing 2024 Closing Trend
GLC Mumbai 5-Year LLB122119122⬆️ Rising
GLC Mumbai 3-Year LLB122119123⬆️ Rising
ILS Pune 5-Year LLB115117120⬆️ Rising
ILS Pune 3-Year LLB116118122⬆️ Rising
KC Law College Mumbai 5-Year LLB112114118⬆️ Rising
SNDT Mumbai 5-Year LLB (BBA+LLB)888991↔️ Stable
Bharati Vidyapeeth 5-Year LLB106110114⬆️ Rising
DY Patil Law College 5-Year LLB9297103⬆️ Rising
Rizvi Law College 5-Year LLB98101109⬆️ Rising
Navjeevan Law College Nashik 5-Year LLB808597⬆️ Rising Steeply
📈 Key Insight: Why Are MH CET Law Cutoffs Rising?

Cutoffs at almost every MH CET Law college have risen consistently from 2022 to 2024. The primary drivers are: (1) a rapidly growing applicant pool — 94,506 registered for 3-year LLB in 2025, up from roughly 60,000 in 2022; (2) increased awareness of career prospects in law post-landmark salary revisions in the legal profession; (3) better coaching availability making more candidates examination-ready. Candidates preparing for MH CET Law 2026 should set target scores at least 5–8 marks above the 2024 closing cutoff of their preferred college.

11. OMS (Outside Maharashtra State) Cutoff — What You Need to Know

Candidates from outside Maharashtra who appear for MH CET Law fall under the OMS (Outside Maharashtra State) quota, also referred to as the All India (AI) quota. Key facts every OMS candidate must know:

📌 Limited OMS Seats
Each college reserves a small number of seats (typically 15% of total intake) for candidates from outside Maharashtra. This makes the effective competition for OMS seats extremely intense at top colleges.
📌 Higher Effective Cutoff for OMS
At GLC Mumbai, the General AI (OMS) cutoff was 99.61 percentile for the 5-Year LLB in 2024 — higher than the Maharashtra state category cutoff. OMS candidates generally need to score higher than Maharashtra domicile candidates to secure the same college.
📌 Eligibility Check for Domicile
Students who have studied for 11th and 12th (or equivalent) in Maharashtra or whose parents are Maharashtra domicile holders may qualify as Maharashtra state candidates. Verify eligibility carefully before the CAP process to avoid being wrongly classified as OMS.
📌 No Caste-Based Reservation for OMS
OMS candidates do not benefit from Maharashtra's reservation categories (OBC, SC, ST of Maharashtra). They compete purely on merit in the AI quota. Only OMS candidates with national-level reservation certificates (PwD-national) may get some relaxation.

12. What To Do After Checking the MH CET Law Cutoff?

Once results and cutoffs are released, candidates must move quickly and strategically. Here is a step-by-step action plan:

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Download Your Scorecard & Check Your Rank
Visit cetcell.mahacet.org to download your scorecard. Note your exact marks and rank in your category (Open/OBC/SC/ST). Your rank is your primary tool for college shortlisting.
2
Compare Your Score Against Previous Year Cutoffs
Use the cutoff data on this page to identify colleges where your score falls between the opening and closing cutoff. Target colleges where your score is at or above the previous year's closing cutoff — these are your best-fit colleges.
3
Register for CAP and Complete Document Verification
CAP registration is mandatory for all candidates who want to participate in the centralised allotment process. Documents including marksheets, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), and MH CET Law scorecard must be verified at an authorised facilitation centre.
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Fill Your College Preference List Strategically
During choice-locking, fill all colleges where admission is realistically possible, ranked by preference. Include 3–5 "safe" options (colleges where your score significantly exceeds the cutoff) alongside your "dream" and "moderate reach" choices. Do NOT limit your list — a longer list reduces the risk of getting no allotment.
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Monitor Round-Wise Allotments & Upgrade If Possible
After Round 1 allotment, if you get a college lower than your preference, participate in Round 2 to attempt an upgrade. You do not lose your Round 1 seat by participating in later rounds unless you cancel or confirm a new allotment. Track the seat availability of your preferred college after each round.
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Confirm Admission & Pay Fees Before Deadline
Once satisfied with your allotment, confirm your admission by paying the required fees within the specified deadline. Missing the confirmation deadline results in cancellation of your seat allotment — a non-recoverable loss at this stage.
🎯 Expert Strategy: How to Maximise Your MH CET Law College Rank

With cutoffs rising every year, candidates need to target 115+ marks out of 150 for the best colleges. Focus heavily on Legal Aptitude (40% weightage) and General Knowledge with Current Affairs (20% weightage) — these sections differentiate toppers from average scorers. Practice previous year papers from 2019–2024 under timed conditions, and work specifically on Maharashtra-specific GK and legal developments. A daily newspaper habit (Indian Express + Bar & Bench) adds 5–8 marks over a sustained preparation period.

Related MH CET Law Resources

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MH CET Law Syllabus 2026
Complete section-wise syllabus for 3-year and 5-year LLB including Legal Aptitude, GK, Logical Reasoning, English and General Maths.
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MH CET Law Sample Papers
Previous year question papers (2019–2025) with detailed solutions. Practice under timed conditions to target 115+ marks.
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Maharashtra Law Colleges
Complete list of all 158 MH CET Law participating colleges with rankings, fee structure, facilities and placement records.
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13. Frequently Asked Questions — MH CET Law Cutoff 2025–26

What is a good score in MH CET Law 2025? +
A score of 110 or above out of 150 is considered a good score in MH CET Law 2025 for the 5-year LLB program. Candidates scoring 110+ typically fall in the top 250–600 ranks, which opens doors to colleges like GLC Mumbai (requires 118+), ILS Pune (requires 115+), KC Law College Mumbai, and SNDT Mumbai. For the 3-year LLB program — which attracts a larger and more competitive pool of graduate-level students — a score above 115 is considered strong for premier colleges. The highest score in MH CET Law 2024 was 122 out of 150.
What is the cutoff for GLC Mumbai in MH CET Law 2024? +
Government Law College (GLC) Mumbai, the most prestigious law college in Maharashtra, recorded a last-round cutoff of 99.61 percentile for the General (Open) All India category in MH CET Law 2024 for the 5-Year LLB. For Maharashtra domicile candidates (Open category), the closing marks were approximately 122 out of 150. The 3-year LLB closing marks for GLC Mumbai in 2024 were around 123 marks for the Open Maharashtra category — among the highest in the state.
What is the MH CET Law cutoff for SC and ST categories? +
The MH CET Law cutoff for SC category candidates is generally 10–18 marks lower than the Open (General) category closing cutoff for the same college. For GLC Mumbai, the SC category closing marks in 2024 were approximately 108 out of 150 (versus 122 for Open). For the ST category, the relaxation is greater — 20–35 marks below the Open category closing cutoff, with GLC Mumbai's ST closing marks at approximately 88–97 in recent years. Category-specific cutoffs are released officially for each college and each CAP round on cetcell.mahacet.org.
When will MH CET Law cutoff 2026 be released? +
The MH CET Law cutoff 2026 will be released by the State CET Cell, Maharashtra after the MH CET Law 2026 results are announced. The official cutoffs are published in the form of seat allotment lists during the three CAP rounds on cetcell.mahacet.org. Based on the 2025–26 exam calendar, MH CET Law 2026 (5-Year LLB) was held in May 2026 and results are expected in June–July 2026, with CAP rounds beginning shortly after. Check cetcell.mahacet.org for exact dates.
Is 90 a good score in MH CET Law? +
Yes, 90 out of 150 is a decent score in MH CET Law. A score of 90 typically translates to a rank in the 1,500–3,500 range, which makes candidates eligible for a range of good law colleges in Maharashtra, including mid-tier colleges in Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, and Aurangabad. However, 90 marks will not be sufficient for top-tier colleges like GLC Mumbai, ILS Pune, or KC Law College Mumbai. For those aspirants targeting the very best colleges, the target should be 115+ marks.
How many colleges participate in MH CET Law counselling? +
As of 2026, approximately 158 law colleges are participating in MH CET Law counselling across Maharashtra. These include government colleges like GLC Mumbai, autonomous colleges like ILS Pune, university law departments, and self-financed private colleges. Colleges are spread across Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar), Nashik, Kolhapur, Nanded, and other major cities and towns of Maharashtra.
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