Chanakya National Law University

Chanakya National Law University

Chanakya National Law University (CNLU) is a prestigious law university in Patna, offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in law. The university provides an excellent academic environment with state-of-the-art infrastructure, including a vast library, moot courts, and recreational facilities. CNLU is known for its focus on quality legal education and producing skilled professionals in the legal field.

Admission Process

  1. Undergraduate Programs:
    • Eligibility: Candidates must have completed 10+2 with at least 45% marks.
    • Admission Process: Admission is through the CLAT (Common Law Admission Test), a nationwide entrance exam. Candidates are selected based on their rank in CLAT counseling.
  2. Postgraduate Programs:
    • Eligibility: A 3-year LLB degree with a minimum of 50% marks.
    • Admission Process: Admission to the LLM program is based on the CLAT PG exam scores. Shortlisted candidates are required to appear for a counseling process.
  3. Doctoral Programs:
    • Eligibility: A relevant postgraduate degree in law.
    • Admission Process: Ph.D. admissions are based on an entrance test and an interview conducted by the university.

Courses Offered

  • Undergraduate:
    • BA LLB (Hons) – 5 years
    • BBA LLB (Hons) – 5 years
  • Postgraduate:
    • LLM – 1 year
  • Doctoral:
    • Ph.D. in Law

Fee Structure

  • BA LLB (Hons) / BBA LLB (Hons): INR 1,85,470 for the first year​
  • LLM: INR 1,61,000 for the 1-year program​

Placements:

CNLU has a strong placement record, with top national and international law firms, financial institutions, and government organizations recruiting students. The placement cell facilitates internships and final placements for students. Notable recruiters include Khaitan & Co.TrilegalHDFC Bank, and other prominent legal firms and companies. The median salary for graduates is INR 10.4 LPA​.

Campus Facilities

CNLU boasts an 18-acre campus with modern facilities such as:
  • Library: Extensive collection of law-related resources
  • Moot Courts: Equipped for practical legal education
  • Hostels: Separate accommodation for boys and girls
  • Sports and Recreation: Well-developed sports infrastructure
  • Cafeteria: Serving healthy meals to students and faculty.
For detailed information on specific courses, admission criteria, and other queries, download the brochure.
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