Ph.D. in Law 

at NUJS Kolkata, Salt Lake City

Candidates are selected for PhD course at NLU Kolkata on the basis of the university's entrance Test/ UGC NET/ SLET/ JET/ SET. Candidates must appear for any of these exams and achieve a valid aggregate in the same required by the university for PhD course. Additionally, they must also ensure fuflilling the eligibility criteria before applying for admission.

The NLU Kolkata recorded 63% placement rate in UG 5-years courses during 2022 placement. However, 66% placement rate was recorded in LLM course during 2022 placements. The following table showcases the course-wise placement percentage recorded during NLU Kolkata placements 2022:

Yes, The West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences considers CLAT score for admission to BA LLB (Hons), BSc LLB (Hons) and LLM courses. 

For BA LLB (Hons) and BSc LLB (Hons) cutoff 2025 at NLU Kolkata was 285 and 652, respectively, based on CLAT first round closing ranks. For NLU Jodhpur, the cutoff for BA LLB(Hons) was 357.
Based on these ranks, NLU Jodhpur is relatively easier for admissions when compared to NLU Kolkata. Students can also refer to the table below for other parameters to consider to know which NLU between the two would be the better choice.

The WB National University of Juridical Sciences fees varies course-wise. Candidates need to pay the course fee at the time of admission to confirm their seat in the university. Below is course-wise fee for NLU Kolkata:

Note: This information is sourced from the official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

WBNUJS offers various courses to candidates. Candidates have a variety of fields to choose from. Though, it's important to consider other factors like infrastructure, faculty, curriculum, fees structure, etc. while taking admission. Candidates can visit the campus or check alumni/student reviews. 

Yes, students pursuing a course from the university can apply for government scholarships. NUJS also offers scholarships sponsored by various donors. Central and State Government offers scholarships for underpriviledged and economically weaker sections. 

Yes, NLU Kolkata offers merit and need-based scholarships. Students pursuing a course from the university can apply for the scholarship provided they meet the criteria. Below are the details for the scholarships:

• NUJS offers amounts up to INR 50 Lacs under the Merit scholarships.
• A 5% domicile students are provided with full tuition waiver scholarship.

Aspirants are offered seats in NLU Kolkata based on their entrance exam scores. The seat intake differs course-wise. Below is the seat intake for top NUJS courses:

Note: This information is sourced from the official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

 Yes, NLU Kolkata offers reserved category candidates a relaxation of 5% in minimum qualifying marks at the time of admission. Besides, the university also reserves some number of seats for reserved category candidates. Below is category-wise intake for BA LLB (Hons):