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Hidayatullah National Law University (HNLU) provides opportunities for admission to undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in Law. HNLU's premier programs are BA LLB (Hons.), LLM, and PhD in law.
Admission for programs is primarily based on national-level entrance exams. HNLU admits students to UG and PG law courses based on scores obtained in the CLAT (Common Law Admission Test). HNLU conducts its own entrance test and interview process for its PhD programs. Prospective candidates can apply through the admission application process available on the official HNLU website or the website of the CLAT Consortium.
The application fee for CLAT 2025 is INR 4000 for General candidates and INR 3500 for candidates of Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, and other Below Poverty line students.
HNLU BA LLB (Hons.) Program
- BA LLB (Hons.) is the most sought-after UG program at HNLU.
- Admission is granted through CLAT UG, based on All India Rank and HNLU seat allotment.
- Total intake for BA LLB at HNLU is 180 seats.
- The total tuition fees for the 5-year program is approximately INR 8.55 Lakhs.
HNLU LLM Program
- HNLU offers a one-year LLM program in multiple specializations including Corporate Law, Constitutional Law, and Criminal Law.
- Admission is based on CLAT PG scores.
- Total intake for LLM at HNLU is 60 seats.
- The total fees for the LLM program is approximately INR 1.45 Lakhs.
HNLU PhD in Law
- HNLU also offers Doctoral programs in Law.
- Admission is based on an entrance test conducted by HNLU, followed by an interview.
- Candidates with UGC-NET/JRF may be exempted from the entrance test.
- Research areas include Constitutional Law, Human Rights, Environmental Law, and more.
- The total fees for the Ph.D program is approximately INR 3.46 Lakhs.
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HNLU Raipur Admission Important Dates
The important dates for CLAT Exam, applicable for HNLU Raipur Admissions, are as follows:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| CLAT Exam Registration Starts | August 1, 2025 |
| Last Registration Date | October 31, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | November 2025 |
| CLAT Exam Date | December 7, 2025 |
| Provisional Answer Key | December 2025 |
| Result Announcement | December 17, 2025 |
| Counselling Starting | December 2025 |
HNLU Raipur B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) Admissions
HNLU Raipur offers BA LLB (Hons) program as its flagship undergraduate course in law.Admission to this program is conducted through the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT). Candidates must meet eligibility criteria including minimum marks in Class 12. Selected candidates are offered admission based on CLAT rank, followed by document verification and fulfillment of reservation norms.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Program Name | B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) / B.B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) |
| Duration | 5 Years (Full-Time) |
| Entrance Exam Accepted | CLAT UG |
| Application Mode | Online via CLATl Portal |
| Course Fees | INR 8.55 Lakhs |
| Course Fee for NRI Candidates | US $6000 + INR 1,10,000 Per Year |
| COurse Fee for Foreign Nationals | US $7750 + INR 1,10,000.00 Per Year |
| Eligibility Criteria | 10+2 (or equivalent) with minimum 45% marks for General/OBC/NRI/PwD and 40% for SC/ST |
HNLU B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) Intake and Reservation
Tabulated below is the reservation of seats provided in HNLU Raipur for BA LLB Program.
Normal Reservation Seats
| Category | All India | Chhattisgarh Domicile | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 13 | 10 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 6 | 27 | 33 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 11 | 12 | 23 |
| Unreserved (UR) | 55 | 36 | 91 |
| Total | 85 | 85 | 170 |
Supernumerary Seats
| Category | Seats | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| NRI | 8 | Supernumerary |
| Foreign Nationals | 2 | Supernumerary |
| Wards of Kashmiri Migrants | 5 | Supernumerary |
| Students from Jammu & Kashmir | 2 | Supernumerary |
HNLU B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) Admission Process
- Appear for CLAT UG 2025 and secure a valid rank.
- Apply through the CLAT Consortium during the application window.
- Participate in the CLAT counseling process and select HNLU as a preference.
- Shortlisted candidates submit required documents for verification.
- Final admission is granted based on CLAT merit, reservation, and domicile policies.
HNLU B.A.LL.B. Documents Required
Candidates need to submit the following documents during the admission process:
- Class 10 Mark Sheet & Certificate
- Class 12 Mark Sheet & Certificate
- CLAT UG 2025 Admit Card
- CLAT UG 2025 Scorecard
- Character/Conduct Certificate
- Migration Certificate
- Anti-Ragging Affidavit (Online)
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD, if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate (Chhattisgarh, if applicable)
- Recent Passport-Size Photographs
- Government ID Proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)
- Sponsorship Documents (for NRI/NRI-sponsored category, if applicable)
HNLU Raipur CLAT UG Cutoff 2025 for General Category (All India)
The overall cutoff rank for General Category Students and AI Quota for CLAT ranges between 765 - 827. HNLU Raipur CLAT UG Cutoff 2025 for General Category and All India quota is listed below.
| Program | Round 1(Closing Rank) | Round 2(Closing Rank) | Round 3 ( Closing Rank) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BA LLB (Hons.) | 765 | 807 | 827 |
HNLU Raipur CLAT UG Cutoff 2025 for General Category (Home State)
The overall cutoff rank for General Category Students and HS Quota for CLAT ranges between 3770 - 4227. HNLU Raipur CLAT PG Cutoff 2025 for General Category and Home State quota is listed below.
| Program | Round 1(Closing Rank) | Round 2(Closing Rank) | Round 3 ( Closing Rank) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BA LLB (Hons.) | 3770 | 4227 | - |
HNLU Raipur LLM Admissions
HNLU Raipur offers LLM as its postgraduate law course. Admission is conducted through the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT PG). There are three specialization offered in llm : Corporate Law ,Technology & Law ,Intellectual Property Rights Law.Candidates must meet eligibility criteria, including a recognized LLB degree with minimum marks. Selected candidates are offered admission based on CLAT PG rank, followed by document verification and fulfillment of reservation norms.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Program Name | Master of Laws (LL.M.) |
| Duration | 1 Year (Full-Time) |
| Specializations | Corporate Laws,Technology & Law, Intellectual Property Laws |
| Entrance Exam Accepted | CLAT PG |
| Application Mode | Online via NLU Jodhpur Official Portal |
| Course Fees | INR 1.45 Lakhs |
| Eligibility Criteria | LLB or equivalent with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD); must meet CLAT PG eligibility |
HNLU LL.M. Intake and Reservation
Tabulated below is the reservation of seats provided in HNLU Raipur for LLM Program.
Normal Reservation Seats
| Category | No. of Seats (All India) |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 07 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC)** | 24 |
| Unreserved (UR) | 45 |
| Total | 90 |
Supernumerary Seats
| Category | No. of Seats | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Wards of Kashmiri Migrants | 2 | Supernumerary |
| Students from Jammu & Kashmir | 2 | Supernumerary |
HNLU LL.M. Admission Process
- Appear for CLAT PG 2025 and secure a valid rank.
- Apply online via CLAT Consortium Portal.
- Participate in CLAT PG Counseling and select HNLU as a preference.
- Submit required documents for verification.
- Final admission is granted based on CLAT PG rank, reservation, and category norms.
HNLU LL.M. Documents Required
- LL.B. Degree Certificate and Mark Sheets
- Class 10 & 12 Certificates
- CLAT PG 2025 Admit Card & Scorecard
- Character/Conduct Certificate
- Migration Certificate
- Anti-Ragging Affidavit (Online)
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD, if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate (for Chhattisgarh Quota, if applicable)
- Recent Passport-Size Photographs
- Valid Government ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport)
- Sponsorship Documents (if applying under NRI/NRI-sponsored categories)
HNLU Raipur CLAT-PG Cutoff 2025 for General Category (All India)
The overall cutoff rank for General Category Students and AI Quota for CLAT-PG ranges between 719 - 1304.HNLU Raipur CLAT-PG Cutoff 2025 for General Category and All India quota is listed below.
| Program | Round 1(Closing Rank) | Round 2(Closing Rank) | Round 3 ( Closing Rank) |
|---|---|---|---|
| L.L.M. Corporate Law | 719 | 1240 | 1304 |
| L.L.M. Environmental Law | 719 | 1240 | 1304 |
| L.L.M. Intellectual Property Rights | 719 | 1240 | 1304 |
HNLU Raipur Ph.D. in Law Admissions
HNLU offers Ph.D. programs in law and allied disciplines for research scholars. Admission is conducted through University’s Ph.D. Entrance Test followed by an interview. Candidates with valid UGC-NET/JRF/SLET or M.Phil. degrees are exempted from the entrance test. Selected candidates are offered admission based on entrance/interview performance and fulfillment of reservation norms.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Program Name | Ph.D. in Law |
| Duration | 3–5 Years (Full-Time/Part-Time) |
| Specializations | Law, Humanities and Social Sciences, Management |
| Entrance Exam Accepted | Ph.D. Entrance Test / UGC-NET / Exemptions as per university rules |
| Application Mode | Online via HNLU Official Portal |
| Course Fees | INR 3.46 Lakhs |
| Eligibility Criteria | Master’s degree in law or allied discipline with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD) |
HNLU Ph.D Intake and Reservation
Tabulated below is the reservation of seats provided in HNLU Raipur for PhD Program.
Normal Reservation Seats
| Category | No. of Seats (All India) | No. of Seats (Domicile of Chhattisgarh) |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 1 | 1 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC)** | 3 | 3 |
| Unreserved (UR) | 5 | 5 |
| Total | 10 | 10 |
HNLU Ph.D. Admission Process
- Apply online through the HNLU official portal when applications open.
- Appear for the HNLU Ph.D. Entrance Test (except for UGC-NET/JRF/SLET/M.Phil. holders).
- Shortlisted candidates are invited for a personal interview.
- Final selection is based on:
- Entrance Test/Exemption
- Interview Performance
- Availability of Supervisor & Research Proposal Approval
HNLU Ph.D. Documents Required
- Postgraduate Degree Mark Sheets (LL.M. or equivalent)
- UGC-NET/JRF/SLET Certificate (if applicable)
- M.Phil. Degree Certificate (if applicable)
- Research Proposal (as per HNLU guidelines)
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Migration Certificate
- Government ID Proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)
- Recent Passport-Size Photographs
- NOC from Employer (for working professionals applying part-time)
HNLU Raipur FAQs
Ques. What are the current undergraduate programs offered at HNLU Raipur?
Ans. HNLU Raipur offers B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) program as its flagship integrated undergraduate law program. Admission to the B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) program is through CLAT UG entrance test, and the program is of five-year duration that integrates legal studies with liberal studies.
Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for undergraduate admission at HNLU?
Ans. Applicants must have completed 10+2 or its equivalent with at least 45% marks for General/OBC/PwD/NRI and 40% marks for SC/ST candidates. Admission is based on ranking established by applicants' CLAT UG score followed by counseling and verification of documents.
Ques. What postgraduate programs are offered at HNLU Raipur?
Ans. HNLU Raipur offers a One-Year LL.M. (Master of Laws) program that is offered in specializations (concentrations in US terminology) of Corporate Law, Technology & Law, and Intellectual Property Rights Law. Admission to the One-Year LL.M. program is through the CLAT PG entrance test.
Ques. What is the capacity and reservation for the LL.M. program in HNLU?
Ans. The LL.M. program has an intake of 90 seats and reservation is as per the government norms i.e., SC (14), ST (07), OBC (24), and UR (45). There is also horizontal reservation i.e., 5% for SAP and 30% for female candidates.
Ques. What is the doctoral program in HNLU Raipur?
Ans. The doctoral program in HNLU is Ph.D. in Law available in full time and part-time modes. The admission in the Ph.D. program is an entrance test and an interview conducted by the university. However, UGC-NET / JRF / SLET / M.Phil. are exempt to attend the entrance test.
Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for the doctoral program in the HNLU?
Ans. The applicant to the doctoral program must have an LL.M. degree or relevant post-graduate degree with a minimum of 55% marks (50% in case of SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD). The applicant must submit a research proposal and appear for the interview process unless exempted from the entrance test.
Ques. How are placements at HNLU Raipur?
Ans. HNLU has a well-organized cell for placements and internships. They have law firms, PSUs, corporates, and litigation chambers as the maximum students, and who pursue non-placements, also go into the judiciary, higher studies, policy research, and civil services.
Ques. What are the supernumerary categories at HNLU?
Ans. HNLU has kept supernumerary seats for Wards of Kashmiri Migrants, Students from Jammu & Kashmir, NRI and Foreign Nationals in all applicable programs.
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