Chanakya National Law University CNLU],Patna

Chanakya National Law University CNLU],P... Highlights

Highlights

Feature	Details
Established	2006
Approved By	Bar Council of India (BCI), UGC
Affiliation	State University
Campus Location	Patna, Bihar
Courses Offered	BA LLB, BBA LLB, LLM, PhD
Mode of Admission	CLAT (Common Law Admission Test)

Chanakya National Law University CNLU],P... Admission Process

Admission Procedure

Admissions to CNLU's programs are primarily based on the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) scores:

1. Application Procedure: Candidates must register and appear for CLAT.

2. Eligibility Criteria:

• Undergraduate Programs: Completion of 10+2 or equivalent with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST candidates).
• Postgraduate Program: LL.B. or equivalent degree with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST candidates).

3. Selection Process: Based on CLAT scores and subsequent counseling sessions.

4. Fee Payment & Admission Confirmation: Selected candidates must pay the requisite fees to confirm their admission.

 

Chanakya National Law University CNLU],P... Scholarship

Scholarships

CNLU offers scholarships to support meritorious and financially disadvantaged students:

Scholarship Name	Eligibility Criteria	Benefits
Merit-Based Scholarship	CLAT Rank within Top 500	Partial or full tuition fee waiver
Bihar Govt. Scholarship	Reserved category (SC/ST/OBC) students from Bihar	Tuition fee concession
EWS Scholarship	Annual family income below ₹5 LPA	Financial aid up to 50% of the fee
National Scholarship Portal (NSP)	Various categories	Varies as per the scheme

 

Students can apply for scholarships during the admission process, and awards are granted based on eligibility and availability of funds.

 

Chanakya National Law University CNLU],P... Placements

Placements

The university has a dedicated placement cell that facilitates internships and placements for students:

Year	Highest Package	Average Package	Placement Percentage	Top Recruiters
2023	₹14 LPA	₹6-7 LPA	85%	Khaitan & Co, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, AZB & Partners
2022	₹12 LPA	₹5-6 LPA	80%	Trilegal, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Infosys
2021	₹10 LPA	₹4.5-5.5 LPA	75%	Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas, Wipro, PwC

Chanakya National Law University CNLU],P... Rankings

Ranked 12out of 70 for Law by Indiatoday 2023

Ranked 12out of 36 for Law by IIRF 2023

 

Year	Ranking Body	Ranking Position
2023	NIRF (Law Category)	22-30 (Band)
2022	India Today (Law)	14th
2021	The Week (Law)	18th
2020	Outlook India (Law)	12th

Chanakya National Law University CNLU],P... Courses & Fees

Course	1st Year Fees	Eligibility
L.L.M	₹ 1.54lakhs (1st Year fees)	Graduation
BBALLB	₹ 1.50Lakhs (1st Year Fees)	10 + 2
BALLB	₹ 1.50lakhs (1st Year Fees)	10 + 2

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Chanakya National Law University CNLU],P... Ratings & Reviews

Academics

8.5 / 10

Faculty

8.1 / 10

Infrastructure

8.6 / 10

Placement

8.8 / 10

Social Life

8.2 / 10

Accommodation

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Chanakya National Law University CNLU],P... FAQs

How is admission conducted at CNLU?

Admissions are based on CLAT scores, followed by counseling sessions.

What are the eligibility criteria for B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)?

Candidates must have completed 10+2 with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST candidates).

Which courses does CNLU offer?

CNLU offers B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M., and Ph.D. programs.

Does CNLU offer hostel facilities?

Yes, CNLU offers separate hostels for boys and girls with state-of-the-art facilities, including Wi-Fi, mess, and recreational facilities.

What is the fee structure for the B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) program?

The approximate annual fee is ₹2-3 lakh, including tuition, hostel, and other expenses.

Does CNLU offer internships?

Yes, internship is a part of the compulsary curriculum and placement cell facilitates the students with the opportunity for internship in noted law firms, courts, and NGOs.

What can students do post-graduation from CNLU?

Students have options to move into litigation, corporate law practice, judiciary, teaching, civil services, legal consultancy, and the like.

Does the university have any scholarships available for students?

Yes, there are merit- and need-based scholarships provided to the students in deserving cases.

What is the B.A. LL.B. program intake capacity?

The B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) program intake is approximately 140 seats.

How do I apply for admission to CNLU?

You have to register and sit for CLAT, and according to your score, go through the counseling process for seat allotment.

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