DSNLU Placement & Salary Insights

Refer the table below for DSNLU Visakhapatnam placements statistics 2023 as compared with other top NLUs:

Note: The data of the NLUs is sourced from respective NIRF reports 2024.

According to the data gathered from unofficial sources, Legal sector has placed the most number of DSNLU Visakhapatnam students. The sector-wise DSNLU Visakhapatnam alumni placement statistics are presented below:

Note: The “Others” category includes the sectors of Business Development, Research, Administrative, Consulting, Community and Social Services, Customer Success and Support, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Accounting, Human Resources and Information Technology.

The above-mentioned alumni data is gathered from unofficial sources, hence may vary.

DSNLU was established in 2008. This college offers 6 full time courses in the field of law. The DSNLU is a government owned college. All factors such as placement, infrastructure, campus,   and other facilities are good and average here and the median package offered is 6.30 lakhs.There is a lack of good placement in DSNLU as compared to GITAM school of law 

GITAM school of law is a private institute which was established in the year 2012. The campus and infrastructure is quiet good, placements are a boom here  the median package offered is of 3.20 Lacs and the highest package offered is 46.50 lakhs

Admissions at Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University (DSNLU) are entrance-based. For example, the university offers a five-year integrated B.A LLB (Hons.) course, and admission to this course is done through the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) centralized admission process. Similarly, the LL.M. program and other postgraduate courses also have specific entrance criteria, such as CLAT, for admission.

NLU Visakhapatnam BA LLB (Hons) admission is based on merit in CLAT exam. The course aspirants who have passed Class 12 with a 45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST) can apply. Aspirants should visit the CLAT official website to apply for admission. After the entrance exam, the cutoff is announced. Candidates who meet the DSNLU CLAT cutoff mark can take part in CLAT counselling. After seat allotment, aspirants can report at DSNLU and pay admission fee for seat confirmation.

NLU Visakhapatnam offers admission to LLM programme on the basis of merit in the CLAT exam. The course aspirants who have passed integrated law courses/LLB with at least 50% aggregate can apply for admission. Eligible candidates can visit the CLAT official website to apply. After the exam result declaration, the cutoff rank is announced for each of the course specialisation. Candidates who meet the DSNLU LLM CLAT cutoff can participate in CLAT counselling. Following the seat allotment, candidates need to report at DSNLU and pay admission fee for seat confirmation.

Yes, NLU Visakhapatnam BA LLB (H) 2025 admission process has started with CLAT 2026. Candidates interested in taking admission to the BA LLB (Hons) course must appear for the CLAT entrance exam. Candidates with a valid score are then called for the counselling. Based on the CLAT score and counselling, seat allotment is released. 

DSNLU or NLU Visakhapatnam (DSNLU) - Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University, is a renowed university to study law. It offers various courses such as LLM, BA LLB, PhD, etc. to candidates in the law domain. However, candidates must consider other factors such as infrastructure, faculty, curriculum, fees structure, etc. while taking admission. Candidates can visit the campus or check alumni/student reviews. 

Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University offers courses at UG, PG and doctoral levels in the Law stream. The university offers BA LLB (Hons) at the UG level and LLM at the PG level. Besides, DSNLU also offers LLD and PhD programmes in Law. The university is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is also a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). 

Yes, NLU Visakhapatnam offers five-year BA LLB (Hons) integrated programme. Candidates who have passed Class 12 with 45% aggregate are eligible to apply. The SC/ST candidates get 5% relaxation. Additionally, the aspirants must have a valid score of CLAT as well. Based on DSNLU CLAT cutoff, the applications are shortlisted. Candidates who meet the cutoff get a seat through CLAT counselling. The tuition fee for BA LLB (H) at DSNLU is INR 5.2 lakh. This fee is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University cutoff 2024 is based on CLAT scores followed by the CLAT Counselling for both UG and PG courses. The closing ranks for BA LLB (Hons) and LLM in Criminal Law are tabulated below for the General category candidates under Vertical Reservation: 

Candidates applying for a course need to fulfil the eligibility criteria stated by the university. The basic eligibility is Class 12 for UG courses whereas, graduation is required for PG programmes. Below is course-wise eligibility for DSNLU:

DSNLU offers one-year LLM course spread across two semesters. The university offers LLM in various specialisations such as Corporate and Commercial Law, Constitutional Law and Administrative Law, Criminal Law and Security Law and IPR and Technology Law. Aspirants who have completed LLB or five-year integrated LLB course can apply for any of the LLM specialisations.

The DSNLU CLAT Cutoff 2026 was released for all categories belonging to the All India and Home State quota. The cutoff was released in the form of opening and closing ranks for admission to BA LLB (Hons) and LLM course. 

According to the Round 1 closing ranks for the General AI category, the cutoff ranged from 1279 to 1281, wherein, LLM course had the tougher competition for admission. 

In the case of General HS quota, the closing ranks in Round 1 were between 4290 and 4657, with BA LLB (Hons) course being the popular course, different than the General AI quota the hardest course. 

Yes, you can get admission in a LLM course of DSNLU with that rank. In 2024, the closing rank for LLM in Criminal Law stood at 2033. Hence, there are chances of your selection. The NLU Visakhapatnam LLM closing rank can vary from one specialisation to another. However, considering the cutoff trend, you may get admission in a LLM course in the subsequent rounds, even if not the first round of seat allotment. 

LL.M. at Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University, Andhra Pradesh is better than GITAM School of Law.

Here are some pros of joining DSNLU:

1. Faculties are very Helpful.
2. A lot of opportunities are provided, but you should have an idea to use it.
3. In terms of education, its best college out there.
4. Great location, beautiful campus.

Although, nothing is perfect. One of the major cons is that DSNLU is still growing.

Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University, Andhra Pradesh is a state goverment property and GITAM school of law is private owned college.

In terms of Placements, Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University, Andhra Pradesh has an average package of 6.3 Lacs per year compared to 3.2 Lacs offered by GITAM, School of Law.

Fees for LL.M at Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University, Andhra Pradesh is Rs.97,000 for 1 year and GITAM School of Law has 1.25 Lacs for 1 year.

Exams accepted by DSNLU, Andhra Pradesh are Andhra Pradesh PGLCET, CLAT and for GITAM School of law are LSAT India, Andhra Pradesh PGLCET, CLAT.

Accreditation and Approval for DSNLU, Andhra Pradesh is approved by UGC.

DSNLU has an intake of 60 in LLM programme. There are nine extra seats for students. Candidates with a valid score in CLAT are offered seat in the course. Out of the total intake, there are 15% seats reserved for SC, 10% for EWS and 6% for ST category candidates. Once aspirants are allotted seat in the university, they need to pay a course fee to confirm their admission.

Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University has a seat intake of 138 for BA LLB (H) course. The seat allotment is done as per the applicants CLAT score and cutoff. DSNLU also have seats reserved for candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, and other reserved categories. The university may follow the seat reservation policy of the state or central government. Further, it must be noted that the mentioned seat intake is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

Yes, candidates are eligible to take admission in BA LLB (Hons) at NLU Visakhapatnam (DSNLU) - Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University with 70% in Class 12. The minimum required aggregate for the same is 45% (40% for reserved category). Candidates must submit the marksheet and certificate of Class 12 to apply for and confirm admission in BA LLB (Hons) at NLU Visakhapatnam (DSNLU) - Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University.

Yes, NLU Visakhapatnam have seats reserved for candidates belonging to SC/ST category. A relaxation of 5% is also given to these candidates in eligibility requirements. To get admission in a reserved seat, candidates are required to submit the category certificate issued by a authorised body.