LSAT Score Calculator 2026
Calculate your raw-to-scaled score using the official marking scheme. Updated for the post-August 2024 format (No Logic Games). Check your eligibility for IITs of Law (T14 Schools).
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*Calculations apply the standard 75-question curve used in the current administration.
How to Calculate LSAT Marks? (Step-by-Step)
With the removal of the Logic Games section in August 2024, calculating your LSAT score has become more straightforward, but the margin for error is smaller. Follow this precise guide to determine your LSAT 2026 raw marks.
Step 1: Determine Raw Score
Your raw score is simply the total number of questions you answered correctly.There are no deductions for incorrect answers.
The Marking Scheme (2025-2026)
The current exam consists of four sections, but only three contribute to your score. One section is "Experimental" and is unscored (you won't know which one it is during the test).
| Question Type | Number of Sections | Approx. Questions | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Logical Reasoning (LR) | 2 Scored | 50-52 | ~66% |
| Reading Comp (RC) | 1 Scored | 26-27 | ~33% |
| Experimental | 1 Unscored | 25-26 | 0% |
Step 2: Apply the Conversion Formula
Unlike exams with fixed point values (like 1 mark vs 2 marks), the LSAT uses a "Curve" or "Equating" process. A raw score of 65 might be a 165 on an easy test, but a 167 on a hard test.
General Rule of Thumb:
Total Marks = (Correct LR1 + Correct LR2 + Correct RC) converted via the Standard Distribution Table below.
LSAT Score vs. Percentile vs. Rank Analysis
Use this table to interpret your calculator results. This data is based on the 2024-2025 testing cycle distributions.
| Scaled Score | Percentile Rank | Raw Score Estimate | Admissions Tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| 175 - 180 | 99.5 - 99.9% | -0 to -4 | Elite (HYS) |
| 170 - 174 | 97 - 99% | -5 to -10 | T14 Competitive |
| 165 - 169 | 91 - 96% | -11 to -16 | Top 30 Schools |
| 160 - 164 | 80 - 90% | -17 to -23 | Tier 1 Strong |
| 155 - 159 | 60 - 79% | -24 to -30 | Regional Schools |
| Below 155 | Below 60% | -31+ | Conditional / Retake Recommended |
Important Note on Percentiles: LSAT percentiles change slightly every year based on the performance of the cohort. The values above are estimates for the 2025-2026 cycle.
LSAT Rank vs Marks Analysis
Many aspirants confuse Raw Marks, Scaled Score, and Percentile Rank. Here is the difference:
- Raw Marks: The actual number of correct answers (e.g., 65/75).
- Scaled Score: The official number (120-180) calculated using the "Equating" formula.
- Percentile: Your performance relative to other test-takers over the last three years.
If the LSAT Score Calculator predicts a score of 172, you are in the top 4% of test-takers. This makes you a strong candidate for schools like NYU, Columbia, and Chicago, assuming your GPA is also near their median.
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