Abstract: Data transmission based clustering method is proposed in order to find the self-seeking node in Mobile Ad-hoc Networks (MANETs) and the section of Cluster Head (CH) based on Node Transmission Ratio (NTR) and the energy levels. The selection of CH is done based on the NCR and the energy levels. In order to contribute network inside the infrastructure range the CH is used. The behaviour of the entire communication node is viewed by the destination node. The clustering based on communication gives better results over packet delivery rate, packet delay rate, packet loss rate and also improved energy efficiency when data transmission occurs.