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CNLU Patna Course Admissions 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Cutoff, Application Process, Selection Criteria

Mithapur, PatnaAutonomous UniversityEstd 2006NAAC Grade B

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10 Dec, 2025 CLAT 2026 Answer Key is out @consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Download Answer Key PDF. Candidates can raise their objections till Dec 12, 2025 (5 PM). To know more, click here.

Chanakya National Law University (CNLU), Patna offers admission to undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and doctoral programs in the field of law and legal studies. The programs include B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M., Ph.D., LL.D., and PG Diploma courses in specialized legal areas.

Admission to CNLU is primarily based on national-level entrance exams like CLAT UG and CLAT PG, while Ph.D. and LLD admissions require a university-conducted entrance exam and personal interview. Candidates must apply online through the official CNLU website.

The application fee for UG and PG programs is usually based on the CLAT registration, while for Ph.D., it is prescribed separately by the university during notifications.

CNLU Patna B.A. LL.B. / B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) Program

These are flagship 5-year integrated law programs at CNLU.

Admission: Through CLAT UG followed by counselling by the Consortium of NLUs
Eligibility: 10+2 with minimum 45% marks (40% for SC/ST)
Total Intake: 69 seats per course
Course Fees: INR 6 Lakhs

CNLU Patna LL.M. Program

The university offers a 1-year full-time postgraduate law program.

Admission: Based on CLAT PG score, followed by CNLU counselling
Eligibility: 3-year or 5-year LL.B. with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST)
Total Intake: 66 seats
Course Fees: INR 1.74 Lakhs

CNLU Patna Ph.D. Program

Ph.D. in Law is offered as a full-time research program.

Admission: Through university-conducted entrance exam + personal interview
Eligibility: Master’s degree in Law with 55% marks (50% for OBC/SC/ST/PwD)
Duration: 3 years - 5 Years
Course Fees: As per university guidelines

Table of Contents

CNLU Patna Important Dates
CNLU Patna BA LLB (Hons) / BBA LLB (Hons) Admission
CNLU Patna LLM Admission
CNLU Patna Ph.D. Admission
CNLU LLD Admission
CNLU Patna Admission FAQs

CNLU Patna Important Dates

CNLU admits students to its B.A.LL.B, BBA LLB, and L.L.M. programs primarily through CLAT (Common Law Admission Test).The important dates for CLAT 2026, applicable for CNLU admissions, are as follows:

Events	Dates
Registration Starts	August 1, 2025
Last Registration Date	October 31, 2025
Admit Card Release	November 2025
Exam Date	December 7, 2025
Provisional Answer Key	December 2025
Result Announcement	December 2025
Counselling Starting	December 2025

CNLU Patna BA LLB (Hons) / BBA LLB (Hons) Admission

CNLU offers five 5-year full-time integrated undergraduate law programs: B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) and BBA LLB(Hons.).

Eligibility requires candidates to have passed Class 12 or equivalent with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD). Admission is strictly through CLAT UG, followed by centralized counselling conducted by the Consortium of NLUs.

Particulars	Details
Course Name	B.A. LL.B. (Hons) / B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons)
Duration	5 Years (Full-Time)
Total Seats	69
Course Fee	INR 8.86 Lakhs (Total)
Eligibility	10+2 or equivalent with minimum 45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST)
Admission Process	Through CLAT UG merit followed by counselling by the Consortium of NLUs

CNLU Patna Integrated LLB Selection Process

Register and appear for CLAT UG 2026.
Apply through the CLAT Consortium official portal.
Shortlisting based on CLAT All India Rank (AIR).
Participate in CLAT counselling and seat allotment.
Report to CNLU for admission formalities.

CNLU Patna Integrated LLB Documents Required

Class 10 Mark Sheet & Passing Certificate
Class 12 Mark Sheet & Passing Certificate
CLAT Admit Card & Scorecard
Transfer / Migration Certificate
Conduct / Character Certificate
Category / Reservation Certificate (if applicable)
PwD Certificate (if applicable)
Recent Passport-Size Photographs
Valid Government Photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport / Driving License)

CNLU Patna CLAT UG Cutoff 2025

CNLU Patna CLAT UG Cutoff 2025 has been released. The Round 1 cutoff for BALLB Hons. in 2025 is 1278 while for round 2 cutoff is 1398. Tabulated below are CNLU Patna CLAT UG Cutoff for the General Category.

Program	Round 1(Closing Rank)	Round 2(Closing Rank)	Round 3 (Closing Rank)
BA LLB (Hons)	1278	1398	-
BBA LLB (Hons)	1424	1547	1555

CNLU Patna BA LLB (Hons) / BBA LLB (Hons) Seat Matrix 2025:

CNLU Patna offers a total of 69 seats each for BA LLB (Hons) / BBA LLB (Hons) programs. The seat distribution amongst various categories are as follows:

Category	Number of Seats
Unreserved	28
EWS	7
SCs of Bihar	11
STs of Bihar	1
Extremely Backward Classes (EBC) of Bihar	12
Backward Classes (BC)	8
Women of Backward Classes (WBC)	2
Total Seats	69

CNLU Patna LLM Admission

CNLU offers a one-year full-time LL.M. program in multiple specializations, designed to provide advanced knowledge in law and prepare students for careers in academia, research, corporate law, litigation, and policy-making.

Eligibility requires candidates to hold a Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B. or equivalent) with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD). Admission is strictly through CLAT PG, followed by centralized counselling conducted by the Consortium of NLUs.

Particulars	Details
Course Name	LL.M.
Mode	Full-Time
Duration	1 Year
Course Fee	INR 1.74 Lakhs (Total)
Intake Capacity	66 Seats
Eligibility	3-year LL.B. or 5-year Integrated LL.B. with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST)
Admission Process	Merit-based entrance exam followed by counselling conducted

CNLU Patna LL.M. Selection Process

Register and appear for CLAT PG 2026.
Apply through the CLAT Consortium official portal.
Shortlisting based on CLAT All India Rank (AIR).
Participate in CLAT counselling and seat allotment.
Report to CNLU for admission formalities.

CNLU Patna LL.M. Documents Required

LL.B. Degree Certificate & Mark Sheets (all semesters)
CNLU based Entrance exam Score sheet
Transfer / Migration Certificate
Conduct / Character Certificate
Category / Reservation Certificate (if applicable)
PwD Certificate (if applicable)
Recent Passport-Size Photographs
Valid Government Photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport / Driving License)

CNLU Patna CLAT PG Cutoff 2025

CNLU Patna CLAT PG Cutoff 2025 has been released. The Round 1 cutoff for LLM in 2025 is 865 while round 2 cutoff is 1337. Tabulated below are CNLU Patna CLAT PG Cutoff for the General Category.

Program	Round 1(Closing Rank)	Round 2(Closing Rank)
L.L.M.	865	1337

CNLU Patna LLM Seat Matrix 2025:

The reservation of seats of CNLU Patna LLM for different categories is tabulated below:

Category	Reservation Percentage
General	26
Scheduled Caste (SC) of Bihar	11
Scheduled Tribe (ST) of Bihar	01
Extremely Backward Classes (EBC) of Bihar	12
Backward Classes (BC) of Bihar	08
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)	06
Women of Backward Classes	02
Total	66

CNLU Patna Ph.D. Admission

CNLU Patna offers a PhD programme in different specialisations of Law. The total duration of the course is 3 to 6 years. To be eligible for a PhD course, aspirants need to possess a master’s degree with a minimum of 55 % marks from a recognized university. The details of the course are given below:

Particulars	Details
Course Name	Ph.D.
Mode	Full-Time
Duration	3 Years
Intake Capacity	31 Seats
Eligibility	Master’s degree with at least 55% marks (50% for OBC/SC/ST/PwD) from a recognized university
Selection Process	Merit in entrance exam followed by personal interview conducted by the university

CNLU Ph.D. Selection Process

Apply through the Ph.D. Admission Portal.
Appear for Ph.D. Admission Test (if not exempted).
Shortlisting based on GPAT / UGC-NET/JRF/SLET/GATE performance.
Submit a detailed research proposal.
Appear for a personal interview/viva conducted by CNLU .
Final admission based on merit and research potential.

CNLU Ph.D. Documents Required

Master’s Degree Certificate & Mark Sheets (all semesters)
UGC-NET / JRF / SLET / GATE Scorecard (if applicable)
Research Proposal (as per CNLU guidelines)
Transfer / Migration Certificate
Conduct / Character Certificate
Category / Reservation Certificate (if applicable)
PwD Certificate (if applicable)
Recent Passport-Size Photographs
Valid Government Photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport / Driving License)

CNLU LLD Admission

CNLU offers a Doctor of Laws (LL.D.) program for advanced legal research and scholarship. Eligibility requires candidates to hold a Ph.D. in Law or an equivalent doctoral degree from a recognized university. Admission is based on the submission of a research proposal and an interview conducted by CNLU faculty.

Particulars	Details
Program Name	LL.D(Doctor of Law)
Duration	Minimum 2 Years, Maximum 5 Years
Entrance Exam Accepted	Not applicable; selection based on research proposal and interview
Selection Process	Research Proposal Evaluation → Personal Interview
Application Mode	Online
Course Fees	INR 1 Lakh
Eligibility Criteria	Ph.D. in Law or an equivalent doctoral degree from a recognized university

CNLU LL.D. Selection Process

Apply through the CNLU LL.D. Admission Portal.
Submit a detailed research proposal in the chosen area of study.
Appear for a personal interview conducted by the CNLU faculty.
Final admission is granted based on research potential, academic credentials, and interview performance.

CNLU LL.D. Documents Required

Ph.D. Degree Certificate & Mark Sheets (all semesters)
Research Proposal (as per CNLU guidelines)
Transfer / Migration Certificate
Conduct / Character Certificate
Category / Reservation Certificate (if applicable)
PwD Certificate (if applicable)
Recent Passport-Size Photographs
Valid Government Photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport / Driving License)

CNLU Patna Admission 2025 FAQs

Ques. What are the selection criteria for PhD course at CNLU Patna?

Ans. The selection criteria for PhD course at CNLU Patna are based on merit in the entrance examination conducted by the university followed by the personal Interview. Aspirants who have qualified for UGC NET / JRF are excluded from the entrance test and can directly appear for the personal interview.

Ques. How many seats are there in CNLU Patna for the BA LLB (Hons.) course?

Ans. A total of 138 seats are there for B.A LLB (Hons.) and BBA LLB (Hons.) course. Out of a total of 132 seats, 69 seats are allotted for B.A., LL. B. (Hons.) course.

Ques. What is the mode to apply for admission at CNLU Patna?

Ans. The mode to apply for admission at CNLU Patna is online. To apply, aspirants can access the application form online from the official website of CNLU Patna and register themselves on the website.

Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for the PhD degree at CNLU Patna?

Ans. Aspirants who possess a Master's degree or its equivalent with an aggregate of 55% marks at a recognized university are eligible for admission at CNLU Patna for the PhD degree. However, there is a relaxation of 5% for candidates belonging to SC/ ST categories.

Ques. What are the selection criteria for BA LLB (Hons) at CNLU Patna?

Ans. Candidates seeking admission to BA LLB (Hons) at CNLU Patna are selected based on their merit in CLAT UG followed by counselling.

Ques. What is the application process for CLAT registration for candidates seeking admission to BA LLB (Hons) at CNLU Patna?

Ans. Candidates seeking admission to BA LLB (Hons) at CNLU Patna can register for CLAT by paying the requisite fees as follows:

For General / OBC / PwD / NRI : INR 4000

For SC / ST / BPL : INR 3500

Ques. What are the total marks in the LLM Entrance Test conducted by the CNLU Patna?

Ans. The total mark in the LLM Entrance Test conducted by the CNLU Patna is 150 Marks.

Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for LLM at CNLU Patna?

Ans. Candidates with a 3-year LLB degree or 5-year Integrated LLB with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) are eligible for LLM at CNLU Patna.

Ques. What are the selection criteria for the PG Diploma at CNLU Patna?

Ans. Candidates seeking admission to the PG Diploma at CNLU Patna are selected based on their merit in the last qualifying examination.

COURSE	ADMISSION LINK
LLM,	Admission Link
BALLB Hons., BBA + L.L.B. (Hons.),	Admission Link

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CNLU Patna Upcoming Important Dates 2025

Important Events

Events	Dates
CLAT 2025 Result	Upcoming Dec 17, 2025

Expired Events

Events	Dates
CLAT 2025 Exam Date	Dec 07, 2025
CLAT 2025 Registration Date	Aug 01, 2025 - Oct 31, 2025
Admission Timeline [BA LLB]	Aug 01, 2025 - Oct 31, 2025

Important Events

Events	Dates
CLAT 2025 Result	Upcoming Dec 17, 2025

Expired Events

Events	Dates
CLAT 2025 Exam Date	Dec 07, 2025
Date for Submission of Application for Admission 2025 [Ph.D] (Law)	Nov 18, 2025
CLAT 2025 Registration Date	Aug 01, 2025 - Oct 31, 2025

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I have chosen this college because I had heard about its academic excellence, dedication and moot environment. it is also located in the middle of the city, which provides access to almost all the services. I had also received an admission call from the HPNLU and the Indraprastha University. however, I did not go for HPNLU because it is too far from the city and it is still developing its academic.

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I got TNNLU, NUSRL and CNLU. I chose CNLU due to its proximity to my home. Additionally, other colleges were not very far better than CNLU. The admissions in CNLU for UG courses are held through CLAT consortium only or through their vacancy list but in CLAT marks and category of the student.

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I also got accepted at NUSRL, Ranchi but did not opt for it as most of the things about it are similar to CNLU. However, one x-factor which probed me to join my current college was the appointment of Faizan Sir as the VC of our college.

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The admission process of this college is by giving the CLAT exam which is held in whole of the India and nealy 300000 students give this exam.There is also ranking of colleges so if u get better marks in CLAT exam than you will be eligible for better colleges in India. I applied for Gnlu which is in Gujrat and that college was my dream college as it has eveything that i needed in my whole life but my rank was not upto the eligibilty criteria of that college so i got admission in Patna. But there was a sense of relaxation that although i didin't get that college but this college is near my home so it's good to have here.My college is mush better than other colleges because first it has a great infrastructure and second one is that it is in middle of the patna so you can avail anything by nearky travelling half an hour and it's a very plus point for Cnlu.

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To get into a national law University, you have to appear in an entrance exam called CLAT. there are 25 nlu in India. On 1st rank there is Nlu banglore, 2nd there is Nlu Hyderabad and the list goes on. According to your rank in CLAT exam you get Nlu's. Mostly students either prefer a college which is high in rank or a college close to their hometown. Cutoff varies every year. Sometimes paper is easy and cutoff goes high sometimes it's difficult so cutoff comes low. For general category, You have to be under 2500 rank to get admission into an nlu. The admission process is quite simple . Everything is done from the CLAT official website. According to my rank which was 15000, I had 3 options - CNLU, NLU Orissa and NLU Ranchi. I chose Cnlu because it is close to my hometown and it was better than nlu Ranchi and on almost same footing of nlu Orissa.

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The university is an NLU and therefore for taking admission, the applicant must appear for CLAT- UG . After the results, the CLAT consortium releases a merit list and then if you are eligible, you get to fill the preference list of all the NLUs. For taking admission in CLNU, the general cutoff for round 1 , 2024 was 322(opening) and 1236(closing). The university offers a state reservation to all the category candidates. Every semester there's a mid semester exam and an end semester exam. Every semester also includes a project work in each subject. Passing in end semester exam and projects respectively is compulsory for clearing the semester. The admission process is completely transparent and it is not done by university but through the CLAT consortium itself. The university offers PG course as well, for which the university takes the admission test itself.

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To take admission in any nlus the students have to go through the common law entrance test ( CLAT ) examination and the students have to score minimum of 45% in their intermediate examination. Clat exam consist of 120 questions.

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The admission process is quite easy. It is totally based on merit. The students who get a good rank in clat are the ones who are eligible to take admission in the university. Reservation benefits are available for students coming from lower castes and economically weaker sections. Reservation for students who belong to Bihar is also available.

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Any students after the completion of 12th have to give CLAT(Common Law Admission Test) which is conducted all over India for the admission in different National Law Universities. The application form , fees and dates is available on the Clat Consortium websites. The exam mainly held in the month of December each year and because of this, the student get less time to prepare for the exam. The Chanakya National Law University also provides reservation to the Sc, St, and EBC of Bihar. It also cover Ews and women reservations.

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Before enrolling into any National Law University, a student has to appear for the CLAT exam, and based on the rank scored in the exam a student gets the college. If a student got the CNLU so all the communication is done by the email provided to the consortium. Cut-off of CNLU depends on the difficulty level of the paper of CLAT. CNLU has 20 seats for SC students of Bihar. Other SC student outside of Bihar is not considered. Application forms can be found on the website Consortium of NLU and all the details are available there regarding the question paper and the information about the college. The application fee for general category students is 4000 and for SC and lower caste students is 3500. The CLAT exam is held annually in December. The difficulty level of the paper depends on the question paper setter. The admission process is vague. As it only admits students who are good at English reading. The CLAT exam depends on the reading speed of the candidate. Real talent is not conside

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