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Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU), Nagpur, is a top institution for legal education in India, founded in 2016 under the Maharashtra National Law University Act, 2014. It is one of Maharashtra's three NLU campuses and is state-funded by the Maharashtra State Government. MNLU Nagpur is accredited by the UGC and is approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI).
Situated at the center of the city and now functioning from a vast new campus in Waranga, MNLU Nagpur strives to deliver top-notch legal education, state-of-the-art research infrastructure, and facilities for inter-disciplinary learning. The university has made rapid progress and imparts BA LL.B., LL.M., Ph.D., and diploma/certificate courses with a strong focus on constitutional values, legal ethics, and justice.
Highlights
Feature |
Details |
Full Name |
Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU), Nagpur |
Location |
Waranga, Nagpur, Maharashtra |
Established Year |
2016 |
Approved By |
UGC, Bar Council of India (BCI) |
Type |
Public / State Government University |
Managed By |
Government of Maharashtra |
Accreditation |
NAAC (in process), NIRF-listed |
NLU Rank (India) |
Among Top 10–12 NLUs (2024 estimates) |
Important Dates (Tentative for 2025)
Event |
Date |
CLAT 2025 Notification |
November 2024 |
CLAT Exam Date |
December 2024 |
CLAT Results |
January 2025 |
MNLU Counseling Rounds |
February – April 2025 |
Academic Session Starts |
July–August 2025 |
Refer to official notifications for exact dates.
General Steps:
Scholarships
Scholarship Type |
Eligibility |
Government Scholarships |
For SC/ST/OBC/EWS via state and national schemes |
Merit-Based Scholarships |
Based on CLAT rank and academic performance |
Means-Based Concessions |
Available for low-income students after verification |
Fellowship Programs |
Research-based or need-based assistance for PG & Ph.D. |
Parameter |
Details |
Average Package |
Rs 6 – Rs 9 LPA (BA LL.B.), Rs 4 – Rs 6.5 LPA (LL.M) |
Highest Package |
Rs 16 LPA+ (Tier-1 Law Firms, Judiciary Clerkships) |
Top Recruiters |
AZB & Partners, Khaitan, ICICI Legal, SAM, Trilegal, NGOs |
Internship Support |
Compulsory internships every semester |
Placement Cell |
Dedicated CDC and student-led placement committee |
Pre-Placement Training |
CV-building, mock interviews, legal aptitude workshops |
Ranked 34 for Overall by NIRF Ranking
Ranking Body |
Recognition |
CLAT Consortium |
One of the top NLUs in India |
UGC |
Recognized under UGC Act |
Bar Council of India |
All programs BCI-approved |
NAAC |
Accreditation under progress |
NIRF |
Listed among top law institutions |
Student Reviews |
Highly rated for academic rigor, faculty, and moot court |
Course | 1st Year Fees | Eligibility |
---|---|---|
L.L.M | ₹78k (1st Year Fees) | L.L.B. with 50% + CLAT |
PGDip. | ₹15k (1st Year Fees) | Graduation with 50% |
BBA + L.L.B.] | ₹2.35 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 with 45% + CLAT |
Near Village Waranga, PO: Dongargaon (Butibori) Nagpur - 441108 Maharashtra, India