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HPNLU Shimla Admission 2025: Courses, Fees, Seats, Eligibility, Dates & Selection Criteria

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HPNLU Shimla Admissions
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Q:   What are the courses offered at Himachal Pradesh National Law University?
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HPNLU Eligibility and Selection 2025

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Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for BA LLB at HPNLU Shimla?
Q:   How are candidates selected for PhD at HPNLU?
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HPNLU Admission Process 2025

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Q:   How do I get admission to LLM course at HPNLU?
Q:   What is the selection process for LLM at HPNLU?
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HPNLU LLM Admission 2025

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  • Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: MHCET Law, CLAT

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DatesUpcoming Events
1 Aug '25 - 31 Oct '25
CLAT 2026 online registrations Ongoing
7 Dec '25
CLAT 2026 exam date
DatesPast Events
15 Sep '25 - 25 Sep '25
MH CET Law 2025 Institute Level Round (3-year LLB)
13 Sep '25 - 22 Sep '25
MH CET Law 2025 Institute Level Round (5-year LLB)
23 Aug '25 - 15 Sep '25
MH CET Law 2025 CAP Round 3 (3-year LLB)
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Q:   Is LLM available at HPNLU?
Q:   What is the eligibility for admission to LL.M at HPNLU?
Q:   What is the latest cutoff information for LL.M. at Himachal Pradesh National Law University?
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HPNLU Application Process 2025

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Q:   When will CLAT registration open for admission to HPNLU Shimla?
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HPNLU Shimla
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3.2/5
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Placement Review IconPlacements2.8
Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure3.3
Faculty Review IconFaculty & Course3.9
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B.A LL.B (Hons.) - Batch of 2029
3.8
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Absolutely satisfying curriculum and facilities according to the terrain and age of the university.
Placements: 50% of students got placements. The lowest package is around 5 LPA, and the highest package is around 18 LPA, including PPO. Luthra and Luthra company hire students from the college. Almost everyone got internships in government ministries and law firms like Trilegal and Luthra and Luthra. Top roles offered are litigation, judiciary, corporate, etc., and we can choose them according to our interests.
Infrastructure: Himachal Pradesh National Law University provides a good environment for students. There are all the necessary resources and facilities for students. It has facilities like Wi-Fi in the university as well as in hostel premises. There is also a facility of a common room, a mess area, and a sports room. All classes are smart classes.
Faculty: All teachers in the college are qualified and knowledgeable. Most of them are PhD holders in their subjects. The environment of the college is so supportive. The course curriculum is relevant, and it makes students industry-ready. Semester exams are difficult, and they show the level of the college. The pass percentage is 45%.
Other: I chose this course because it fits with our future work, and I want to pursue a career in the judiciary. Everything is good, and I don't think there is any space for improvement.
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025Read More
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B.A LL.B (Hons.) - Batch of 2029
3.4
3Placements3Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
A university on the seventh heaven.
Placements: The offer percentage given to the individuals is good but most students apply individually for jobs as those are more lucrative. In terms of the highest package it was 18 Lacs and the minimum was 5 lacs, maybe, further internships it is done on a basis, while the college will notify from time to time about the internship, if the student has a better alternative, then he/she can take it.
Infrastructure: In terms of infrastructure, I can say it is not good for boys as hostels are private rental buildings for boys, but for girls, hostels are made inside the campus. Further, the food is selected by a student committee made of all the years of students as well as a faculty member. Medical facilities are not available inside the campus but there is an ambulance from which the student can go to the nearest hospital and have a free checkup.
Faculty: Now, in terms of teachers, I can say that they know more than enough about their subjects and the knowledge given is best, further about the semester exams there are 6 subjects in the first year and then 5 in the 2nd year. There is a mid-semester exam of 25 marks, then 25 marks for assignments, and then 50 marks for the semester exam The difficulty is medium, anyone can pass them spectacularly if they have prepared for it.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2025Read More
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Good faculty. Mostly academic-centric. No fests. Placement opportunities needed.
Placements: Honestly, the college does not provide any guarantee for placements. Not more than 8% of the total students receive placements (if provided). Some companies that have provided placement opportunities are Athena Legal, Singh and Associate. The maximum package was around Rs 8 Lacs per annum.
Infrastructure: Facilities are average. The hostels provided for the girls are fine. The one for boys needs a lot of improvement. Food quality becomes average when the faculty receives a lot of complaints; otherwise, it's bad. The Wi-Fi facility also needs improvement as work gets delayed due to poor connectivity.
Faculty: Though the teachers are good and well-educated, the opportunities provided by the college are quite limited as it's situated in a remote area. The exams are of moderate to difficult level. 85% of the students easily pass the semesters. The papers are set in such a manner to test our overall understanding of the subject.
Other: There are no fests here. It’s a purely academic-centric college. I chose this college because I wanted to be in an NLU. Improvements should be made in the area of having more extracurricular activities like fests, etc. Also, improvement in the hostel and mess facilities is needed. The best thing about the course is that the teachers here are willing to help us out and are good in their respective subjects.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2025Read More
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B.A LL.B (Hons.) - Batch of 2029
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Placements: In the past few years, the placement in the college has actually not been so good. Most of the students coming to the college are inclined towards the judiciary. Although a few students have grabbed good offers from good law firms, being a tier 3 college, placements are not excellent. However, with time, the college is trying its best to bring in good law firms, so it might improve in the future.
Infrastructure: Our college is actually situated in the hills, so you can't expect very lavish infrastructure, but there is almost everything that one needs. The sports infrastructure is not so good. Talking about the hostels, the college has just one hostel of its own for the first-year girls, whereas the other one is under construction. All the other hostels are in rented buildings near the campus.
Faculty: The faculty is pretty good. The college is very serious about academics and has good professors with good skills. The curriculum is very relevant and well-designed, somewhat similar to Delhi University. The semester exams are not very tough; the college is actually trying to test our critical thinking skills.
Other: I chose this course because I wish to be a political analyst, and getting a law degree from a national university would help me a lot in this. Our life is very happening here. The campus is extremely beautiful and serene. The campus has a variety of crowds, and you'll enjoy your life here.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2024Read More
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B.A LL.B (Hons.) - Batch of 2029
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Amazing experience of learning law in the Himalayas.
Placements: Placements are average in this University. It is a newly established university among the Family of National Law Universities. The Assistance Cell is working hard to place the students at good law firms and provide internship opportunities at good law firms for students. Most students opt for higher studies, stressing less about getting placements as of now. The highest package offered recently was 18 LPA. Many students receive Pre-Placement offers from Law Firms like Singh and Associates, Lakshikumaran and Sridharan, Indus Law, etc. One thing that should be kept in mind is that this is still a tier 3 NLU; hence, getting placed is based on your caliber and potential, one should not rely entirely on the University for the same.
Infrastructure: The University infrastructure is well suited to the hilly terrain of the Himalayas. There are two blocks in the University for Academic and Administrative purpose. There is only one hostel for girls at the university, and the other one is under construction. Boys hostels are rented and located outside the periphery of the University. Boys' hostels are, however, average as compared to the girls' hostel. Basic amenities like Fan, Light, Geyser and wardrobe are provided to the residents. There are separate mess in the hostels and one at the university. There are two cafeterias in the hostel. Since the college is situated on hilly terrain, it is not well suited for many games. However, many games are being played in the university, such as Futsal, Badminton, Cricket, Basketball, and indoor games such as chess, carrom, table tennis, etc. The university also hosts an annual sport festival. The campus, along with hostels situated outside, are Wi-Fi enabled, with classrooms being well furnished and equipped with both audio and visual equipment.
Faculty: The faculty is well experienced, as many of them are from well-reputed colleges in the country. Most of the teachers hold Ph.D.s and are UGC NET qualified; their stress is more on imparting value and practical knowledge to the students along with good theoretical application. Exams are conducted every three months to test the students; the curriculum is well-suited to the needs of the students, with equal emphasis on learning law and social sciences. It makes the student industry ready. Attendance is something that should be taken care of at this university, as there are strict provisions regarding this, with the mandatory attendance being 70%. Semester exams are moderately difficult, and one can pass them if you are sincere at studies.
Other: I chose this course as I was passionate about pursuing a career in law, advocating for people's rights. There are a lot of events in this university that are on par with the expectations of the student's connectivity. The university is well connected by the roads, as it is located at the Shimla Mandi Highway. One can reach it directly by bus or private vehicle. There are many eateries and restaurants in the area nearby, along with beautiful foothills of the Himalayas. The nearest market is Dhami, which is located at a very short distance.
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B.A LL.B (Hons.) - Batch of 2029
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Satisfied, pretty place with peaceful sceneries, good placements and decent infrastructure.
Placements: Placements are good. The main thing is one bakes their own cake. The university was established in 2016, a less number of batches have passed but the placements are good. If one is dedicated enough, he/she can easily achieve good placement. Now the university is growing and soon the quality of placement will improve. The average package is of 16 LPA.
Infrastructure: Girls' hostels are amazing, with all the facilities. Boys' hostels are average because electric items are not allowed, but are pretty spacious. The girls' hostels are located on campus, and the boys' hostels are located outside. A fine is imposed in the boys' hostel for keeping electronic items. A fine can range from Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 15, 000.
Faculty: Faculty members are good, but some are not up to the mark. Overall, it is great. The teaching quality is good, and the curriculum is relevant. Exams are moderate to difficult, but one can easily ace with proper study and schedule. Teachers are helpful and qualified.
Other: Zero campus life and the crowd is average. I wish the campus life could be better. The only big event is DRONA, the sports fest.
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HPNLU Admission 2025 FAQs

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Q:   Can I get into Himachal Pradesh National Law University with 70% in Class 12?
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Is HPNLU Shimla hard to get?

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No, its not hard to get admission at Himachal Pradesh National Law University. The university accepts admission based on merit and entrance exams. The university accepts national entrance exams such as CLAT. It is mandatory for students to qualify the entrance exams as per the desired course. HPNLU

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How can I get admission to B.A LL.B (Hons) course at HPNLU?

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NLU Shimla offers admission to BA LLB (Hons) course based on merit in the CLAT exam. Candidates who have passed Class 12 with a 45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST) can apply. The eligible candidates can go to the CLAT official website to register and apply for the exam. After the entrance test, the cutoff

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Manori Sahni

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What is the last date to apply for B.A LL.B (H) at HPNLU?

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HPNLU Shimla BA LLB (Hons) admission is done through CLAT exam. Thus, the aspirants are required to apply for the entrance examination. CLAT 2025 application form was released on Jul 15 and the last date to apply is Oct 15. Students must submit their application form on or before the prescribed dead

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Manori Sahni

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Is HPNLU LLM application window still open?

Answered a year ago

NLU Shimla LLM admission is through CLAT exam. Hence, the aspirants are required to apply for the entrance test and stay updated with its dates. The application form was released on Jul 15 and the last date to apply is Oct 15. Candidates must submit their application on or before the prescribed dead

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Does Himachal Pradesh National Law University accept CLAT score?

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Indeed, CLAT results are accepted for admission to the law programs of Himachal Pradesh National Law University (HPNLU). The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT), administered by the consortium of NLUs, regulates the admissions procedure at HPNLU. No age restriction, a minimum of 45% in Class 12 for gen

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