NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU) Course Admissions 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Cutoff, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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NLU Lucknow (Kochi) provides opportunities for admission to undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral law programs. Its flagship courses include B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M., and Ph.D. in Law.

Admission to these programs is primarily based on national-level entrance examinations. For UG and PG law courses, NLU Lucknow admits students on the basis of CLAT scores. For Ph.D. programs, NLU Lucknow conducts its own entrance test and interview. Prospecting candidates can apply via the official NLU Lucknow website and through the CLAT Consortium’s application portal.

The application fee (via CLAT) is typically INR 4,000 for General candidates and INR 3,500 for SC/ST/other reserved categories.

NLU Lucknow BA LLB (Hons.) Program

  • BA LLB (Hons.) is the most sought-after UG program at NLU Lucknow.
  • Admission is granted through CLAT UG, based on All India Rank and NLU Lucknow seat allotment.
  • The First Year tuition fees of BA LLB is INR 1.75 Lakhs.
  • Intake Capacity : 169 Seats (Additional 18 Supernumerary Seats)

NLU Lucknow LLM Program

  • NLU Lucknow offers a one-year LLM program in multiple specializations including Corporate Law, Constitutional Law, and Criminal Law.
  • Admission is based on CLAT PG scores.
  • The tuition fees of LLM program is approximately INR 1.10 Lakhs
  • Intake Capacity : 48 Seats (Additional 7 Supernumerary Seats)

NLU Lucknow PhD in Law

  • NLU Lucknow also offers Doctoral programs in Law.
  • Admission is based on an entrance test conducted by NLU Lucknow, 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 First year tuition fees for the Ph.D program is approximately INR 85,000.
  • Intake Capacity : 22 Seats

NLU Lucknow Important Dates

NLU Lucknow admits students to its B.A. LL.B, and LL.M. programs primarily offered through the CLAT (Common Law Admission Test) Exam.The important dates for CLAT Exam, applicable for NLU Lucknow 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

NLU Lucknow B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) Admissions

NLU Lucknow 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 CLAT Portal
Course Fees(1st Year) INR 1.75 Lakhs
Intake Capacity 169 Seats (Additional 18 Supernumerary Seats)
Eligibility Criteria 10+2 (or equivalent) with minimum 45% marks for General/OBC/NRI/PwD and 40% for SC/ST

NLU Lucknow BA LLB (Hons) Seat Matrix 2025

Here is the seat matrix for BA LLB (Hons) at NLU Lucknow:

Category Number of Seats
Unreserved (General) 80
Other Backward Classes (OBC) – Uttar Pradesh 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) – Uttar Pradesh 34
Scheduled Tribes (ST) – Uttar Pradesh 03
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) 09
Foreign Nationals / NRIs / NRI-Sponsored Candidates 16
Wards of Kashmiri Migrants / Kashmiri Pandits / Non-Migrant Hindu Families 02

NLU Lucknow B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) Admission Process

  • Appear for CLAT UG 2025 and secure a valid All India Rank.
  • Apply through the CLAT Consortium Portal during the application window.
  • Participate in the CLAT centralized counselling and select NLU Lucknow as a preference.
  • Shortlisted candidates submit required documents for verification.
  • Final admission is granted based on CLAT merit, reservation norms, and domicile eligibility.

NLU Lucknow B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) Documents Required

Candidates are required 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 (Kerala, if applicable)
  • Recent Passport-Size Photographs
  • Government ID Proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport)
  • Sponsorship Documents (for NRI/NRI-sponsored category, if applicable)

NLU Lucknow CLAT UG Cutoff 2025

NLU Lucknow CLAT Cutoff 2025 has been released. The Round 1 cutoff for BALLB Hons. in 2025 is 721, 755 for Round 2 and 780 for Round 3.Tabulated below are NLU Lucknow CLAT Cutoff 2025 for the General Category.

Program Round 1(Closing Rank) Round 2(Closing Rank) Round 3 (Closing Rank)
BA LLB Hons. 721 755 780

NLU Lucknow LLM Admissions

NLU Lucknow offers LLM as its postgraduate law course. Admission is conducted through the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT PG). There are three specializations offered in LLM: (i) International Trade Law, (ii) Constitutional and Administrative Law and (iii) Public Health 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
Intake Capacity 48 Seats (Additional 7 Supernumerary Seats)
Application Mode Online via NLU Lucknow Official Portal
Course Fees INR 1.10 Lakhs
Eligibility Criteria LLB or equivalent with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD); must meet CLAT PG eligibility

NLU Lucknow LLM Seat Matrix 2025

Here is the seat matrix for LLM at NLU Lucknow:

Category Number of Seats
Unreserved (General) 20
Other Backward Classes (OBC) – Uttar Pradesh 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) – Uttar Pradesh 10
Scheduled Tribes (ST) – Uttar Pradesh 01
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) 04
Foreign Nationals / NRIs / NRI-Sponsored Candidates 05
Wards of Kashmiri Migrants / Kashmiri Pandits / Non-Migrant Hindu Families 02

NLU Lucknow LL.M. Admission Process

  • Appear for CLAT PG 2025 and secure a valid All India Rank.
  • Apply through the CLAT PG / NLU Lucknow admission portal within the application window.
  • Participate in the CLAT PG counseling and select NLU Lucknow as a preference.
  • Submit required documents for verification if shortlisted.
  • Admission is finalized based on CLAT PG merit, reservation, and document verification.

NLU Lucknow LL.M. Documents Required

  • LL.B. Degree Certificate & Mark Sheets
  • Class 10 & 12 Certificates
  • CLAT PG Admit Card & Scorecard
  • Character / Conduct Certificate
  • Migration Certificate
  • Anti-Ragging Affidavit (Online)
  • Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD, if applicable)
  • Domicile Certificate (Kerala, if applicable)
  • Recent Passport-Size Photographs
  • Government ID Proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport)

NLU Lucknow Ph.D. in Law Admissions

NLU Lucknow offers Ph.D. programs in law and allied disciplines for research scholars. Admission is conducted through the 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 NLU Lucknow Official Portal
Course Fees INR 85000 Per Year
Eligibility Criteria Master’s degree in law or allied discipline with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD)

NLU Lucknow PhD Seat Matrix 2025

Here is the seat matrix for PhD at NLU Lucknow:

Category Number of Seats
Unreserved (General) 10
Other Backward Classes (OBC) – Uttar Pradesh 06
Scheduled Castes / Scheduled Tribes – UP 05
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) – UP 01

NLU Lucknow Ph.D. Admission Process

  1. Apply online through the NLU Lucknow official portal when applications open.
  2. Appear for the NLU Lucknow Ph.D. Entrance Test (except for UGC-NET/JRF/SLET/M.Phil. holders).
  3. Shortlisted candidates are invited for a personal interview.
  4. Final selection is based on: Entrance Test/Exemption
  5. Interview Performance
  6. Availability of Supervisor & Research Proposal Approval

NLU Lucknow 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 NLU Lucknow 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)

NLU Lucknow Post Graduate Diploma in Law Admissions

NLU Lucknow offers specialized Post Graduate Diploma programs in niche areas of law for graduates and professionals seeking focused legal expertise. Admission to these diploma courses is conducted through an application process on the university’s official portal. Selected candidates are offered admission based on eligibility criteria and fulfillment of reservation norms.

Particulars Details
Program Name Post Graduate Diploma in Insurance Law, Medical Law and Ethics, Cyber Law, Banking Law, Education Laws & Management
Total Seats 50 Seats Per Diploma Program
Duration 6 Months to 1 Year (Full-Time/Part-Time)
Entrance Exam Not Required
Application Mode Online via NLU Lucknow Official Portal
Eligibility Criteria LL.B. or equivalent degree from recognized university
Course Fees INR 31000

NLU Lucknow PG Diploma Admission Process

  • Apply online through the NLU Lucknow official portal when the application window opens.
  • Appear for entrance test or interview if applicable (as per specific program guidelines).
  • Shortlisted candidates undergo document verification.
  • Final admission is granted based on eligibility, merit, and reservation policies.

NLU Lucknow PG Diploma Documents Required

  • LL.B. Degree Certificate and Mark Sheets
  • Class 10 & 12 Certificates
  • Identity Proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport)
  • Recent Passport-Size Photographs
  • Any additional documents as specified by the program

NLU Lucknow FAQs

Ques. What are the current undergraduate programs offered at NLU Lucknow?

Ans. NLU Lucknow 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 NLU Lucknow?

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 is the doctoral program in NLU Lucknow?

Ans. The doctoral program in NLU Lucknow 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 NLU Lucknow?

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. What are the supernumerary categories at NLU Lucknow?

Ans. NLU Lucknow 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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NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU) Upcoming Important Dates 2025

Important Events

EventsDates
CLAT 2025 Result
Upcoming
Dec 17, 2025

Expired Events

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

Important Events

EventsDates
CLAT 2025 Result
Upcoming
Dec 17, 2025

Expired Events

EventsDates
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

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