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CNLU Patna Admission 2025: Eligibility, Dates & Selection Criteria

Q: What is the CNLU Patna LLM cutoff 2026 for different categories?

CNLU Patna LLM cutoff 2026 is out, wherein the first round closing rank is 968 for the students belonging to the General AI quota. Apart from the General category, the cutoff has been released only for the PWD category, for which the cutoff rank is 6270.

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CNLU Patna Admissions
What's new?

All the latest updates regarding CNLU Patna admissions are as follows:

CLAT 2026 first merit list is out for admission to the 5-year integrated and one-year LLM courses. Further, the CLAT second cutoff list will be published on Jan 22, 2026.
The XAT result 2026 for admission to the MBA/PGDM course is expected to be released between Jan 17, 2026 and Jan 20, 2026.

CNLU Patna Admissions

Table of contents

CNLU Patna Admission Overview 2025
CNLU Patna Eligibility and Selection 2025
CNLU Patna Admission Process 2025
CNLU Patna NIRF Insights 2025
CNLU Patna Application Process 2025
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Admission Process

Courses & Fees

Eligibility & Cut Offs

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CNLU Patna Admission Overview 2025

Chanakya National Law University admission process 2025 is entrance-based. Chanakya National Law University, popularly known as CNLU Patna, is a state-level university that is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is also a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). Currently, CNLU Patna offers BA LLB (Hons), BBA LLB (Hons), LLM, PhD, DPhil and LLD programmes in several specialisations of Law.

Commonly asked questions

Q: Are CNLU admissions open for 2025?

Yes, Chanakya National Law University admissions are open for the academic year 2025. Candidates must appear for the entrance exams accepted by the university for admission in their preferred course. This is mainly CLAT. Candidates must achieve a valid aggregate in the CLAT exam. Additionally, they must ensure fulfilling the eligibility criteria required for admission in Chanakya National Law University.

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Q: What is the fee for various courses at Chanakya National Law University, Patna?

Chanakya National Law University (CNLU) in Patna, Bihar has 12 courses with an average annual fee of Rs.1,45,700. Some of the fees for the courses are:

B.A. + LL.B.: Rs.1,33,500 per year

Post Graduate Diploma: Rs.90,000 per year

Master of Laws (LLM): Rs.1,10,000 for two years

Master of Philosophy in Law (M.Phil (Law): Rs.30,000 for three years

B.A./B.B.A, LL.B. (Hons.) Program: Rs.1,04,500 per year for FN/NRI/NRI- Sponsored Category

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Q: Is there any one-time fee for LLM students at CNLU, Patna?

CNLU Patna follows a semester-wise fee structure for its LLM programme. Candidates must pay the tuition fee on a semester-to-semester basis. The cumulative one-time fee for the whole LLM programme amounts to INR 51,000. However, it includes various fee components, such as admission fee, infrastructure development, library fee, student welfare fund, facilities fee, library deposit (refundable), examination fee, and dissertation. The quoted fee is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and, hence, is indicative.

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Q: What has been the BA LLB (Hons) cutoff trend at CNLU Patna in the last few years?

NLU Patna admission to B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) is based on CLAT scores followed by the CLAT Counselling. The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) has released the CLAT Last Allotment list 2024. As per the CNLU Patna CLAT cutoff 2024, the round 5 closing rank for BA LLB (Hons) was 1358 for the students belonging to the General AI category. The cutoff ranks for the same course was 1541 in 2023 and 1407 in 2022. A graphical representation of BA LLB (Hons) cutoff trends for the last three years is given below:

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CNLU Patna Eligibility and Selection 2025

All the courses offered by the Chanakya National Law University are recognised by the Bar Council of India (BCI). BA LLB is a flagship course that requires a valid score in CLAT for admission. The University was ranked 19 among all NLUs by the CLAT cut-off in 2019. Find below the eligibility and selection criteria for CNLU Patna courses:

Courses	Eligibility	Selection
B.A. LLB	Minimum 45% in Class 12	CLAT
LLM	LLB/ five-year integrated LLB from a recognised university with an aggregate of 50%	CLAT/ LLM Entrance Exam
BBA LLB	Minimum 45% in Class 12	CLAT
PhD	Master’s degree in the relevant stream with an aggregate of 55% (50% for reserved category candidates)	PhD Entrance Test

Note: Candidates, who appeared for UGC NET/ JRF, should appear for PhD Entrance Test.

Commonly asked questions

Q: How can I get selected for admission in Chanakya National Law University?

Candidates are selected for admission in Chanakya National Law University based on their scores in the various entrance exams accepted by the university. The university mainly accepts the CLAT exam scores for admission in the courses offered. Other exams accepted by the university includes UGC NET/JRF.

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Q: What is the CNLU Patna LLM cutoff 2026 for different categories?

CNLU Patna LLM cutoff 2026 is out, wherein the first round closing rank is 968 for the students belonging to the General AI quota. Apart from the General category, the cutoff has been released only for the PWD category, for which the cutoff rank is 6270.

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Q: Can I get Chanakya National Law University, Patna, B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) with a 86 percentile in CLAT?

If you want to get admission to any National Law University (NLU) in India, candidates should target a score of 80 to 85 in the CLAT 2024.

The cut-off is the minimum mark needed to be admitted into the target college. The cut-off is based on All India Ranks. For the general category, the CLAT Cut Off often falls between 95 and 100, whereas for the SC/ST category, it typically falls between 80 and 85.

The closing rank for BA LLB (Hons) at Chanakya National Law University, Patna was 1541 for the General All India category student in the last round. In 2022 and 2021, the last-round closing rank for BA LLB (Hons) stood at 1407 and 1312, respectively.

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Q: How are CNLU LLM seats allocated?

CNLU splits its intake mainly along with the rank obtained by the candidates in the Common Law Admission Test, CLAT. The better rank in CLAT automatically helps obtain a seat for the LLM course and finally depends upon the availability of seats and the preference exercised at the time of CLAT counselling. This is the reason why one has to score well in the CLAT entrance so that the chance of obtaining a seat at CNLU increases for the LLM course.

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CNLU Patna Admission Process 2025

CNLU Patna offers admission to Indian as well as international students. Chanakya National Law University admissions are conducted through online and offline modes. Admission to DPhil and LLD programmes is merit-based, whereas admission to other programmes is entrance-based. Below mentioned are the course-wise details regarding Chanakya National Law University admissions:

Step 1: CNLU Patna Registration Process 2025

Candidates must register for CLAT and appear for the exam to get admission to UG and PG courses.

Step 2: CNLU Patna Selection Process 2025

UG and LLM Courses: Admission to BA LLB (Hons), BBA LLB (Hons) and LLM programmes is based on CLAT scores. Final selection of students is based on the scores obtained in CLAT
PhD Course: Admission to PhD programme is based on a PhD Entrance Test conducted by the University. The final selection of students is based on the entrance exam scores, followed by a Personal Interview (PI) and presentation round
LLD and DPhil Courses: Admission to LLD and DPhil programmes is merit-based. The final selection of students is based on the scores obtained in the qualifying exam and their performance in the PI and presentation rounds.

Step 3: Admission Confirmation

For LLM admission, candidates must fill out a Google form before the deadline and pay INR 1.61 lakh through the ICICI Payment Gateway

Find below the admission process for the BA LLB programme at CNLU Patna:

CNLU Patna Fee 2025: Affordability & ROI

Chanakya National Law University fee includes different components, such as tuition fees, admission fees, other charges etc.

Coming to affordability, it is one of the causes why many leave a degree or a college. While the availability of financial aid has made education accessible but the terms and conditions required to become eligible for a student loan or a scholarship are often difficult. Find below the CNLU Patna fee along with the average package details for popular courses:

Courses	Tuition Fees (Investment)	Average Package (Return)
B.A. LLB	INR 5.7 lakh	INR 10.1 lakh
LLM	INR 1.1 lakh	INR 9 lakh
BBA LLB	INR 5.7 lakh	INR 10.1 lakh

Note: Candidates must note that this information is sourced from the official website of the institute/university-sanctioning body and is subject to change.

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CNLU Patna Seats 2025

Getting admission into law courses at CNLU Patna can be competitive as the number of seats is limited. Applicants are advised to maintain a good score on the entrance test so they can secure a seat at CNLU Patna law courses. Check out below the course-wise seats at Chanakya National Law University:

Courses	Seats Intake
B.A. LLB	69
LLM	60
BBA LLB	69

Note: Candidates must note that this information is sourced from the official website of the institute/university-sanctioning body and is subject to change.

Commonly asked questions
On Admissions

Q: How many seats are available at CNLU for the LLM course?

The Chanakya National Law University has a very competitive LLM course with the minimum number of seats intake. The sanctioned number of available seats for CNLU LLM varies every year, and with that, the availability according to the admission level. However, the total intake of seats for the LLM course is 60. However, the university reserves the right to revise the seat allotment. The above-mentioned seat intake is sourced from the official website/sanctioning body. This is still subject to change; hence, the same is indicative.

Q: What all documents are required during Chanakya National Law University Patna admissions?

The given documents are required for Chanakya National Law University Patna admissions:

Copy of the scorecard of the CLAT exam.
Class 10 and Class 12 marksheet.
Graduation marksheet.
Copies of all academic certificates and degrees.
Percentage conversion certificate from College/University (In case of CGPA /CPA) (For PG courses).
Category Certificate (If applying as SC/ST)

Q: What is the application process for Chanakya National Law University Patna admissions?

The application process for Chanakya National Law University Patna admissions is as shown here:

Open the CLAT exam portal (consortiumofnlus.ac.in).
Register an account.
Fill out the form to apply for the relevant exam (UG or PG).
Appear for the exam.
Choose CNLU Patna as preferred institute.

Students must pay the exam registration fee and upload required documents.

Q: What are the application fees for Chanakya National Law University Patna admissions?

There are no separate application fees for Chanakya National Law University Patna admissions students must pay the admission fees after their seat is allocated through CLAT counselling. Though students must pay the CLAT exam registration fees which are INR 4000 (INR 3500 for SC/ST/BPL).

CNLU Patna BA LLB (Hons) Admission 2025

1 courses 5 years

At the UG level, the University offers integrated programmes, namely BA LLB (Hons) The entire duration of the programmes is divided into ten semesters with each semester having a duration of six months. Candidates looking forward to practising law in India, are required to clear the All India Bar Exam (AIBE) that is conducted by BCI.

On clearing the AIBE exam, lawyers are awarded a ‘Certificate of Practice’ which is mandatory for practising the profession as an advocate in India. The seat intake of both the programmes is 60 students each. Admission to both courses is entrance-based, and candidates are shortlisted based on the scores obtained in the entrance exam. Eligibility criteria for both courses is given in the table below:

Course

Eligibility Criteria

BA LLB (Hons)

Qualifying exam: CLAT

Class 12 from a recognised board with an aggregate of 45%

Seat Intake69

Total Tuition Fees₹ 5.7L

Eligibility Criteria

10+2 with 45% aggregate
Accepting Exams: CLAT

Dates & Events

Dates	Upcoming Events
22 Jan '26	CLAT 2026 Second Merit List
22 Jan '26 - 29 Jan '26	Payment of Confirmation Fee to Consortium for Freeze and Float options and Admission by NLUs for the Second Allotment List
5 Feb '26	CLAT 2026 Third Merit List
5 Feb '26 - 12 Feb '26	Payment of Confirmation Fee to Consortium for Freeze and Float options and Admission by NLUs for the Third Allotment List
2 May '26	CLAT 2026 Fourth Merit List

Dates	Past Events
7 Jan '26 - 15 Jan '26	Payment of Confirmation Fee to Consortium for Freeze and Float options and Admission by NLUs for the First Allotment List
7 Jan '26	CLAT 2026 First Merit List
17 Dec '25 - 27 Dec '25	CLAT 2026 Counselling Registration

Commonly asked questions
On B.A. LL.B. Admissions

Q: What has been the cutoff trends for CNLU BA LLB (Hons) course in the past three years?

Chanakya National Law University accepts CLAT score, followed by CLAT conselling process for admission to the BA LLB (Hons) programme. As per CNLU Patna cutoff 2023, the last round closing rank was 1541 for the BBA LLB (Hons) course for the General All India category students. In 2022 and 2021, the last round closing rank stood at 1407 and 1312 for the BA LLB (Hons) course.

To check out the past three years cutoff trend for CNLU BA LLB (Hons), candidates can refer to the table given below:

Course	2021	2022	2023
B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)	1312	1407 (R4)	1541

Q: What is the latest cutoff information for admission to B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) at CNLU, Patna?

The following is the most recent deadline for applying to Chanakya National Law University (CNLU), Patna's B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) program:

CLAT 2024 Round 3 Cutoff: 1285 is the cutoff for general All India category candidates enrolled in the BA LLB (Hons) programme.
The range of 2906–4173 rank 2 was the overall CLAT threshold.
Cutoff Trends for the Previous Year (2023):
Category: General: 623
Castes Scheduled: 7313
Tribe Scheduled: 20349 2.
Note that each NLU's reservation policy, the amount of available seats, and candidates taking the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) can all affect the cutoffs that apply each year. I suggest going to CNLU's official website for the most accurate and recent information.

Q: What are the BA LLB and BBA LLB course fees at Chanakya National Law University Patna?

The course fees for BA LLB or BBA LLB at Chanakya National Law University Patna depends on the fee structure which has many constituents. Though generally one will find that the CNLU Patna UG course fees ranges around INR 2.72 Lakhs for the first year.

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CNLU Patna LLM Admission 2025

1 courses 1 year

LLM is a one-year full-time programme offered at the PG level, which is divided into two semesters. The programme will cover subjects like Comparative Public Law, Banking Law, Securities Law, Corporate Laws and Management, among others. LLM admissions are entrance-based. The final selection of students is based on the entrance exam scores. Below are the eligibility criteria for the LLM programme:

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Seat Intake60

Total Tuition Fees₹ 1.1L

Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
Accepting Exams: CLAT

Dates & Events

Dates	Upcoming Events
22 Jan '26	CLAT 2026 Second Merit List
22 Jan '26 - 29 Jan '26	Payment of Confirmation Fee to Consortium for Freeze and Float options and Admission by NLUs for the Second Allotment List
5 Feb '26	CLAT 2026 Third Merit List
5 Feb '26 - 12 Feb '26	Payment of Confirmation Fee to Consortium for Freeze and Float options and Admission by NLUs for the Third Allotment List
2 May '26	CLAT 2026 Fourth Merit List

Dates	Past Events
7 Jan '26 - 15 Jan '26	Payment of Confirmation Fee to Consortium for Freeze and Float options and Admission by NLUs for the First Allotment List
7 Jan '26	CLAT 2026 First Merit List
17 Dec '25 - 27 Dec '25	CLAT 2026 Counselling Registration

Commonly asked questions
On LL.M. Admissions

Q: Is LLM available at CNLU Patna?

Yes, LLM programme is available at CNLU Patna. The LLM programme covers the subjects, such as Comparative Public Law, Banking Law, Securities Law, Corporate Laws and many more. LLM admissions are entrance-based. Th selection of students is based on the entrance exam scores.

Q: What is the course duration for the LLM programme at CNLU?

The LLM course is offered by Chanakya National Law University (CNLU) for one year in duration. The course is all-inclusive, taking into consideration overall conceptions, knowledge, and principles regarding law and practices. The two-semester LLM course includes various subjects that would make the students capable enough to practice in the legal sector. In addition, the university provides the facilities for LLM courses at the postgraduate level. All applicants who apply to CNLU must pass the eligibility criteria and submit their application using the official website.

Q: Is it competitive to secure admission for the LLM programme at CNLU?

Admission at Chanakya National Law University for the LLM course is not too easy as it offers merit positions. The university has very successful academic and placement records, and it attracts a good number of students every year. Candidates have to prove their academic excellence based on the accepted CLAT entrance exam, as there are only 60 seats in the LLM course. Furthermore, they have to prepare themselves well in advance and prove their capabilities at the time of admission.

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CNLU Patna BBA LLB (Hons) Admission 2025

1 courses 5 years

At the UG level, the University offers two five-year integrated programmes, namely BA LLB (Hons) and BBA LLB (Hons). The entire duration of both the programmes is divided into ten semesters with each semester having a duration of six months. Candidates looking forward to practising law in India, are required to clear the All India Bar Exam (AIBE) that is conducted by BCI.

On clearing the AIBE exam, lawyers are awarded a ‘Certificate of Practice’ which is mandatory for practising the profession as an advocate in India. The seat intake of both the programmes is 60 students each. Admission to both the courses is entrance-based, and candidates are shortlisted based on the scores obtained in the entrance exam. Eligibility criteria for both courses is given in the table below:

Course

Eligibility Criteria

BA LLB (Hons)

Qualifying exam: CLAT

Class 12 from a recognised board with an aggregate of 45%

BBA LLB (Hons)

Seat Intake69

Total Tuition Fees₹ 5.7L

Eligibility Criteria

10+2 with 45% aggregate
Accepting Exams: CLAT

Dates & Events

Dates	Upcoming Events
22 Jan '26	CLAT 2026 Second Merit List
22 Jan '26 - 29 Jan '26	Payment of Confirmation Fee to Consortium for Freeze and Float options and Admission by NLUs for the Second Allotment List
5 Feb '26	CLAT 2026 Third Merit List
5 Feb '26 - 12 Feb '26	Payment of Confirmation Fee to Consortium for Freeze and Float options and Admission by NLUs for the Third Allotment List
2 May '26	CLAT 2026 Fourth Merit List

Dates	Past Events
7 Jan '26 - 15 Jan '26	Payment of Confirmation Fee to Consortium for Freeze and Float options and Admission by NLUs for the First Allotment List
7 Jan '26	CLAT 2026 First Merit List
17 Dec '25 - 27 Dec '25	CLAT 2026 Counselling Registration

Commonly asked questions
On BBA LL.B. Admissions

Q: What is the eligibility to get admission in BBA LLB at CNLU Patna?

BA LLB and BBA LLB are flagship programmes ta CNLU Patna. To get admission in these courses, candidates must fulfill th eligibility criteria set by the institute:

Course

Eligibility Criteria

BA LLB (Hons)

Entrance Exam: CLAT

Class 12 from a recognised board with minimum aggregate of 45%

BBA LLB (Hons)

Q: How many students can do B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) at Chanakya National Law University, Patna?

Chanakya National Law University (CNLU) in Patna has 120 seats for the B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) program.

The programme is full-time and lasts five years.

CNLU also has 104 seats for the B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) program, plus 16 seats for NRIs.

The university's acceptance rate is very low, with only 2–3% of applicants accepted for the CLAT and 0.5% for the AILET. CLAT is considered one of the most difficult entrance exams in India.

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CNLU Patna
LL.D. Admissions 2026

1 courses 3 years

Total Tuition Fees₹ 1.6L

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CNLU Patna NIRF Insights 2025

The NIRF Student Diversity Report 2025 highlights the composition of students at CNLU Patna across the various UG and PG programmes offered by the university.

For the five-year integrated UG law course in the academic year 2023-24, CNLU had a total enrolment of 670 students. From this, there were 42% female students, reflecting a fair gender diversity, though male students continued to have a higher proportion in the same. The geographical diversity report represented 24% UG students coming from states outside Bihar, indicating that nearly one-fourth of the intake comes from beyond the home state, showcasing the university's ability to attract students nationally.
While at the PG level, for the one-year Law programme in the year 2023-24, the total student strength was 66. The gender representation was lower compared to the IG programme, with 35% female students in the batch. Additionally, geographic diversity was significantly limited at this level, with only 6% students from outside Bihar. This suggests that the PG courses mainly draw local candidates.
Overall, the report reflects moderate gender balance and geographic diversity.

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CNLU Patna UG - 5 years student admission report: Law Accordion Icon V3

UG 5 years	2024-25
Total students	666
% Female students	48%
% Outside State Students	35%

Source : NIRF Report 2025

CNLU Patna PG - 1 years student admission report: Law Accordion Icon V3

PG 1 years	2024-25
Total students	66
% Female students	50%
% Outside State Students	35%

Source : NIRF Report 2025

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CNLU Patna Application Process 2025

The application process of CNLU Patna for DPhil, LLD and PhD programmes is offline. Those who want to apply for UG integrated and LLM programmes, can register online through CLAT official website. Application fee of LLD, DPhil and PhD programmes is INR 5,000. Course-wise Chanakya National Law University application process is mentioned below:

Application process for BA LLB (Hons), BBA LLB (Hons) and LLM programmes:

If you are applying for UG integrated and LLM programmes, register online through CLAT's official website. Application fee for CLAT for General category candidates is INR 4,000, and fee for reserved category candidates is INR 3,500. Application process for CLAT is given below:

Step 1: Visit www.consortiumofnlus.ac.in.

Step 2: Click on “Click Here” to fill registration form.

Step 3: Register by clicking on the register button.

Step 4: Fill out the application form by entering the required details.

Step 5: Submit the application form along with a passport-size photograph.

Step 6: Pay the CLAT application fee online via debit/ credit cards or net banking.

Application process for PhD, DPhil and LLD programmes:

Step 1: Visit the official website of the University, www.cnlu.ac.in.

Step 2: Download the respective application form under the “Courses” tab.

Step 3: Fill the application form and submit it to the University office along with a demand draft of Rs 5,000.

Documents required at the time of admission:

Marksheet and certificate of Class 10 and Class 12
Graduation degree and mark sheet (for LLM/ PhD/ DPhil/ LLD courses)
Postgraduation degree and mark sheet (for PhD/ DPhil/ LLD courses)
Character certificate
Transfer certificate
Migration certificate
Caste certificate (if applicable)
Entrance exam scorecard

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Commonly asked questions
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Q: Can I apply offline to CNLU Patna?

CNLU Patna application process for DPhil, LLD and PhD programmes is conducted offline, whereas candidates applying to undergraduate integrated and LLM programmes, can register online on the official website of CLAT. The application fee of LLD, DPhil and PhD programmes is INR 5,000. For the latest information on application dates and forms, candidates are advised to visit the official website of CNLU Patna.

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Q: What is the mode of application for Chanakya National Law University Patna admissions?

The mode of application for Chanakya National Law University Patna admissions is online only as the CLAT exam which decides the selection process does not have offline registrations. Students must apply for this exam through the portal online though the exam is conducted in offline mode.

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Q: What are the different course eligibility for Chanakya National Law University Patna admissions?

The different course eligibility for Chanakya National Law University Patna admissions is as shown here:

UG Courses: Pass Class 10 & Class 12 with a minimum score of 45% (40% for SC/ST).
PG Courses: Graduate with LLB programme from a recognised University with minimum 50% (45% for SC/ST candidates).

Interested candidates must know their course eligibility for their preferred course and apply accordingly.

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Q: What is the CNLU Patna CLAT cutoff?

Chanakya National Law University accepts the CLAT entrance exam for admission to its BA LLB (Hons), BBA LLB (Hons) at the UG and LLM course at the PG level. CNLU Patna CLAT cutoff 2026 for Round 1 is out, wherein the closing rank for the BA LLB (Hons) and BBA LLB (Hons) courses are 1141 and 1287, respectively. For the LLM admission, the cutoff rank is 968.

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CNLU Patna Scholarships 2025

Chanakya National Law University offers scholarships under the Central Sector Scheme of Top Class Education to help students belonging to the OBC, EBC and DNT categories. For this scholarship. preference would be given to the OBC students while considering under the scheme.

Scholarships (For OBC,EBC, DNT) in case of:	Eligibility
Economic Condition	OBC/EBC/DNT students have a total annual family income from all sources up to INR 2.50 lakh
Academic Performance	Top students in the inter-merit list based on the admission criteria
Female Students	30% of slots allotted to the college shall be reserved for eligible female students as per the inter-merit
In the absence of Female Students	In the absence of female students, the slots may be transferred to eligible male students as per the inter-merit

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Commonly asked questions
On Admission

Q: What all scholarships are offered by CNLU Patna?

Scholarships (For OBC, EBC, DNT) in case of:	Eligibility
Economic Condition	OBC/EBC/DNT students have a total annual family income from all sources up to INR 2.50 lakh
Academic Performance	Top students in the inter-merit list based on the admission criteria
Female Students	30% of slots allotted to the college shall be reserved for eligible female students as per the inter-merit
In the absence of Female Students	In the absence of female students, the slots may be transferred to eligible male students as per the inter-merit

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Q: Is scholarship available for SC and ST category students at CNLU Patna?

At CNLU Patna, scholarships available for the OBC/EBC/DNT students. Preference would be given to OBC students. The eligibility criteria is having total annual family income from all sources up to INR 2.50 lakh. This scholarhip is given under the scheme of Central Sector Scheme of Top Class Education for OBC, EBC and DNT Students.

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Q: What are the popular programmes at Chanakya National Law University Patna?

Though there are a number of UG, PG, Diploma and PhD programmes offered at Chanakya National Law University Patna. The most popular and sought-after programmes are still their:

BBA LLB
BA LLB

These programmes have an integrated syllabus of BA and BBA with LLB, respectively with a course duration of 5 years.

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Q: What is the closing rank of CNLU Patna?

Recently, CNLU Patna cutoff 2024 is out for CLAT Round 3 Seat Allotment. NLU Patna admissions to BA LLB (Hons) and BBA LLB (Hons) at the UG level. Tabulated below is the closing rank of CNLU Patna for CLAT R3 for General category candidates belonging to All india Quota:

Course	2024
B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)	1285

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3.3/5

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Placements2.8

Infrastructure3.4

Faculty & Course3.5

Campus Life3.7

Value for Money3.5

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Many of our students secure placements in top banks, law firms and various NGOs.

Based on 12 Reviews

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Students got placed in ICICI Bank, Vidhi Legal Associates, Khaitan and Khaitan etc.

Based on 20 Reviews

Tanya

B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) - Batch of 2027

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Overall, it is a good university in the state of Bihar.

Placements: Our college has 100% placements. There is a good environment to study. There are so many things to do at the law university. Overall, it is a good university in the state of Bihar.

Infrastructure: Facilities like Wi-Fi, labs, classrooms, library, sports room, etc., are available. Canteens are also available there. Overall, it is good, but sometimes, because of students, conflicts between students are more frequent because of religion, caste, discrimination, etc. But the faculty members can manage all. The infrastructure and facilities are growing day by day.

Faculty: Faculty members are good at teaching. They give us good marks in all subjects.

Other: Fests are organised. Extracurricular activities are also conducted here. I have an interest in the LL.B. course, so I chose this course and believe me, it's so much joyful.

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025Read More

Anonymous

B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) - Batch of 2029

3.4

3Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money

Currently doing above average, BUT VERY OPTIMISTIC FUTURE ahead. High demand in the next 5 years.

Placements: The college has a prevalent judiciary culture. So, the remaining minor crowd of corporate enthusiasts, the good news is that this year ALL those who wanted to get placement were placed. There has been a high increase in visits from tier 1 and tier 2 firms regularly. Mostly, banks were recruiting students till now. Efforts from personal capacity too were required for placements till now.

Infrastructure: We have the best classrooms among all the NLUs of the country with all digital facilities. We have one of the biggest libraries and its never-ending contents—both online and offline. Hostel facility is average. Single occupancy rooms are not available from 1st year. Food is good and value for money. Though sports facilities are hardly decent, we still have active sports committees making the level decent.

Faculty: The college offers cooperative teachers and a student-friendly curriculum with less academic pressure on students. New and interesting courses have been introduced to keep up with the new age requirements (e.g., AI and law), along with traditional learning. There are new collaborations with other universities for different courses (e.g., SEL programme of ISB). Very nice academics.

Other: The college is currently in a revolutionizing stage and many good changes are taking place in terms of infrastructure, curriculum, faculty, new courses, unique culture, etc. The student-friendly curriculum is the best part of this college, providing you enough time for your individual work.

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2024Read More

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B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) - Batch of 2028

3.6

2Placements5Infrastructure3Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

Overall experience is good.

Placements: The placement record at my college is poor with only four or five students getting pre placement offers. This is disappointing but the administration is working to improve the situation.

Infrastructure: The classrooms are air conditioned and have smart LED and properly functioning mic systems, so the teachers' voices come through clearly. The campus is clean and lush green, and the library has separate desks for everyone and is air conditioned.

Faculty: The quality of the professors varies, which can be a problem for students because the collaborative teaching system makes it difficult to keep up with all of them. The course moves at a fast pace, but it prepares students for the rigors that lie ahead. The difficulty level of the exams is quite good, with almost all questions being application-based.

Other: There are many committees that keep the events happening, and the students are very involved. For example, students participate in moot competitions. Overall, it is a very busy life at the university.

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2024Read More

Sonam

B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) - Batch of 2026

3.2

2Placements4Infrastructure3Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money

Know all about Chanakya National Law University.

Placements: The University has a placement cell but the percentage of students getting placed through the placement cell is very low, 3-4 students each year. The recruiters are usually Khaitan and Co., ICICI, etc. The average package is 18-22 LPA. The top roles offered are associates, legal consultants, etc.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure of the academic block as well as the hostels are very good. The classrooms are inbuilt with smart digital classrooms, which also facilitate the students to attend the classes online in case they are sick for a prolonged time. WiFi is accessible throughout the campus. There is a computer lab as well. There are separate hostel facilities for girls and boys. Each room has a separate balcony. Hostels have a gym facility, washing machine, badminton court and common hall for indoor games like table tennis and carrom. The mess is in the hostel itself. The food quality is good and meals enriching in nutrients are incorporated in the menu. The college has football, volleyball and basketball courts as well.

Faculty: The faculty is helpful, qualified and knowledgeable. They try to impart as much knowledge as possible through their lectures. There are also guest lecturers. The course curriculum is carefully curated to meet contemporary needs and make the students industry-ready. The question papers are very tricky, as they not only test the bookish knowledge but also help the students prepare situation-based questions. The passing marks are 50% of the total marks and the passing percentage of students is nearly 90-95%.

Other: The course is an integrated course and saves time. The campus life is quite jolly and peaceful. There are various different events that occur throughout the year.

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2024Read More

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B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) - Batch of 2027

3.2

2Placements4Infrastructure3Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money

Best law college in Bihar.

Placements: In my college, there is an internship and placement cell known as CDIC. But it provides internships to only a few students. Even in placements, it is able to provide to a few only. The rest of the students secure placement by themselves. Our college brings placement opportunities mainly from ICICI Bank. The highest package being 12,00,000 lpa. Law firms like JSA, DSK Legal, and Dentons Link Legal have also provided opportunities to students.

Infrastructure: There are separate hostels for boys and girls. The hostel facilities include a gym, message, canteen, water cooler, Wi-Fi and washing machines. The menu is decided by student representatives and the quality of the food is average. The hostel also has a medical attendant 24*7 and sports facilities like badminton court, volleyball court, basketball court and equipment to play it with. It also has a common hall for indoor games like cribbage, chess, table tennis and more. Our college also has an ambulance 24*7 in case of emergency.

Faculty: The teachers are highly qualified and helpful. They are available in their chambers till 6 p.m., so anyone can approach them. But some teachers way of teaching is not good as they are not able to make students understand. The curriculum is very relevant as it teaches a variety of subjects along with practical skills like drafting and moot court. There are 2 exams in a semester: mid-semester and end-sem. Both are at an average level of difficulty, and students generally get good marks. Only 2-3% fail.

Other: Events like moot court competition, mediation competition, DJ nights, and dandya nights take place. Annual festivals like JEEVATVA also take place. The college is the best law college in Bihar. The course provides help in the complete development of a student and helps build a career. The teaching quality must be further improved and more infrastructure must take place.

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2024Read More

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B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) - Batch of 2028

3Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

Satisfied with the faculty and infrastructure.

Placements: Batch of 2023, which passed this year, had about 4 students get pre-placement offers in ICICI Bank. There are around 25 students who were placed in law firms like JSA, ICICI Bank, etc. The package ranges from 12 Lacs to 18 Lacs. In my batch of 2028, we have had internships in different law firms like Juhi Arora & Associates, Vohra & Vohra Associates, Indus Law Associates, etc.

Infrastructure: We have smart classrooms with 2 screens available for students and faculty members as well. Wi-Fi is available at all the places on campus. The library has around 3000 books with separate sections like textbook section, reference sections, discussion sections, etc. The mess in the hostel is above average and they provide good foods. There are canteens, Nescafe, dispensaries, and different grounds for sports like cricket, soccer, basketball, etc.

Faculty: The teachers are helpful and knowledgeable. But there are some teachers who do not teach well and such teachers get replaced because they complain. There are two semesters in one year and the level of exams is average. To pass the exam, you have to get 50%, and it is not very difficult. 75% attendance is compulsory and there are 5 marks for attendance if you have 100% attendance.

Other: I chose this course as it will be beneficial for me in the corporate sector as well. There are so many events that take place throughout the semester, due to which you get the opportunity to socialize with all the people around the campus.

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2024Read More

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CNLU Patna Admission FAQs 2025

Q: Is CNLU Patna under CUET?

No, Chanakya National Law University, Patna is not under CUET. The university accepts scores of other national level law entrance exams for admission to the courses, such as CLAT. The university also accepts the UGC NET exam for admission in the PhD course.

Q: If i got 85 to 88 marks in clat,can i get admission in chanakya national law university??

Well anything is hard to be said until cut off is released, but at this score it is hard to say you will get admission. also if you are gen category then it would get harder. You can try for management quota if possible but wait till the cut off is released don't worry till then.

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What are the important admission dates for the LLM programme at CNLU?

Answered a year ago

The CLAT 2026 counselling first allotment list for admission to LLM course will be published on January 7, 2026.

Bhumika Yadav

Contributor-Level 10

What is the criteria to get admission in CNLU Patna for BA LLB?

Answered 3 years ago

You should have passed 10+2 or its equivalent with a minimum of 45% (40% SC/ST category) and a valid CLAT score. That's it.

Aayush Godara

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How are the placements at Chanakya National Law University?

Answered Yesterday

Chanakya National Law University Placement is known for its excellent placement record. Check out the tabulated data given below to know more about Chanakya National Law University placements 2024:

Course	Total Students (2024)	Students Placed (2024)	Median Salary (2024)
UG 5-year	136	110	INR 10.80 LPA
LLM	66	51	INR 7.20 LPA

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the CNLU Patna NIRF report 2025

diksha soni

Contributor-Level 10

How are the average packages provided at Chanakya National Law University?

Answered Yesterday

The institution has not released the overall average package. The median package offered at Chanakya National Law University placements in recent years is present in the table below:

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Placement Statistics (2022)

Placement Statistics (2023)

Placement Statistics (2024)

Median Salary

INR 10.10 LPA (UG 5-year)

INR 9 LPA (LLM)

INR 10.40 LPA (UG 5-year)

INR 4.8 LPA (LLM)

INR 10.80 LPA (UG 5-year)

INR 7.20 LPA (LLM)

diksha soni

Contributor-Level 10

How are the LLM placements at Chanakya National Law University?

Answered Yesterday

Chanakya National Law University Placement is known for its excellent LLM placement record. Check out the tabulated data given below to know more about Chanakya National Law University placements 2024: