Chanakya National Law University (CNLU), Patna

Established: 2006 | Location; Patna, Bihar Ranking: #10 National Law University in India Founder; Prof. Balram K. Gupta

🎓 Overview

Chanakya National Law University (CNLU) Patna is India’s tenth-ranked law institution, established in 2006. Located in the capital city of Bihar, CNLU has quickly established itself as a center for legal education excellence, known for its academic programs, research focus, and growing placement records.

📊 Admission Statistics

CLAT 2024 Admission Data

• Total Seats: 120 (102 General + 18 NRI/NRI Sponsored)
• Closing Rank (General); AIR 850
• Closing Rank (NRI); AIR 2,100
• Competition Ratio: 15:1
• Application Trends: 2% increase from 2023

Category-wise Distribution (2024)

• General Category: 34 seats
• OBC-NCL: 18 seats
• SC: 10 seats
• ST: 5 seats
• EWS: 9 seats
• PwD: 6 seats (horizontal)
• NRI/NRI Sponsored: 18 seats

💰 Fee Structure 2024-2025

Academic Fees

• Tuition Fee: ₹1,70,000 per annum
• Hostel Fee: ₹50,000 per annum
• Mess Fee: ₹35,000 per annum
• Caution Deposit: ₹15,000 (refundable)
• Total Annual Cost: ₹2,55,000 (approximately)

NRI/NRI Sponsored Fees

• Tuition Fee: $6,500 per annum
• Hostel Fee: $2,000 per annum
• Mess Fee: $1,500 per annum
• Total Annual Cost: $10,000 (approximately)

Scholarships and Financial Aid

• Merit Scholarships; Based on CLAT rank (up to 15% fee waiver)
• Need-Based Financial Aid; Family income criteria
• Bihar State Scholarships; For domicile students
• External Scholarships; Various corporate and government scholarships

🏆 Placements & Career Prospects

2024 Placement Statistics

• Total Students Placed: 80 out of 120 (67%)
• Average Package: ₹7-9 LPA
• Highest Package: ₹14 LPA
• Median Package: ₹6 LPA
• Top Recruiters; L&L Partners, Wadia Ghandy & Co, IndusLaw

Sector-wise Placement

• Law Firms: 32% (26 students)
• Corporate Sector: 45% (36 students)
• Litigation: 15% (12 students)
• Civil Services: 5% (4 students)
• Higher Studies: 3% (4 students)
• Others: 0% (0 students)

Notable Alumni

• Judiciary; High Court and District Court judges
• Legal Academia; Professors at law schools
• Corporate Law; Associates in law firms
• Government Services; Various government positions
• Legal Practice; Successful advocates

📚 Academic Programs

Undergraduate Programs

• BA LLB (Hons): 5-year integrated program
• BBA LLB (Hons): 5-year integrated program
• Specializations; Corporate Law, Constitutional Law, Criminal Law

Postgraduate Programs

• LLM: 1-year program with specializations
• PhD Programs; Full-time and part-time research

Certificate Programs

• Corporate Law
• Intellectual Property Rights
• Constitutional Law
• Cyber Law

🏫 Campus & Infrastructure

Academic Facilities

• Library: 35,000 + volumes with digital resources
• Moot Court Hall: 150 + capacity with modern facilities
• Classrooms; Smart classrooms with audio-visual systems
• Computer Lab: 24 /7 internet with legal databases
• Research Centers; Specialized research centers

Hostel Facilities

• Capacity: 250 + students
• Room Types; Single and double sharing
• Amenities; Wi-Fi, gym, sports facilities, medical center
• Security: 24 /7 security with surveillance

Sports & Recreation

• Sports Complex; Multiple sports facilities
• Gymnasium; Modern fitness equipment
• Cultural Activities; Annual cultural fest and competitions
• Student Clubs: 8 + active student organizations

🎯 Faculty & Research

Faculty Strength

• Total Faculty: 22 + permanent faculty members
• Visiting Faculty: 6 + legal practitioners and academicians
• Student-Faculty Ratio: 35:1
• Faculty Qualifications; PhDs from reputed universities

Research Centers

• Center for Corporate Law
• Center for Constitutional Law
• Center for Criminal Law
• Center for Environmental Law

Publications

• CNLU Law Review; Quarterly journal
• Working Papers Series; Faculty research
• Annual Research Publications

📈 Rankings & Accolades

National Rankings

• NIRF Law Ranking: #10 (2 consecutive years)
• India Today Ranking: #10 Law College
• Outlook Ranking: #10 Law School
• The Week Ranking: #10 Law Institution

International Recognition

• QS World Rankings; Top 700 globally
• Partnerships: 5 + international collaborations
• Exchange Programs; Student and faculty exchanges

🌍 International Collaborations

Exchange Programs

• University Partnerships; With international universities
• Semester Abroad; International study opportunities
• Summer Programs; International summer schools
• Research Collaborations; Joint research projects

MoU Partnerships

• University of Leeds; Student exchange
• National University of Singapore; Research collaboration
• University of Sydney; Dual degree programs
• Various Asian Universities; Exchange programs

📋 Admission Process

Eligibility Criteria

• Academic: 10 +2 with minimum 45% marks (40% for SC/ST)
• Age Limit; No upper age limit
• CLAT Score; Must appear and qualify in CLAT 2025

Application Process

1. CLAT Registration; Register and appear for CLAT 2025
2. Choice Filling; Lock CNLU as preference during counseling
3. Document Verification; Submit required documents
4. Fee Payment; Pay admission fees within deadline
5. Reporting; Join the institute as per schedule

Important Documents Required

• CLAT 2025 Admit Card and Scorecard
• Class 10th and 12th mark sheets
• Transfer Certificate
• Character Certificate
• Medical Certificate
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Passport size photographs

🎓 Student Life

Academic Life

• Curriculum; Comprehensive academic program
• Moot Courts; Regular moot court competitions
• Legal Aid Clinic; Community service initiatives
• Internships; Mandatory internships each year

Cultural Activities

• CNLU Fest; Annual cultural fest
• Sports Meet; Annual sports competition
• Debates and MUNs; Regular competitions
• Cultural Events; Various cultural programs

Student Support Services

• Mentoring Program; Faculty mentorship
• Counseling Services; Career and personal counseling
• Placement Cell; Dedicated placement assistance
• Alumni Network; Growing alumni connections

📞 Contact Information

University Address

Chanakya National Law University
Mithapur, Patna - 801 105
Bihar, India

Contact Details

• Phone: +91-612-2311001
• Email; admissions@cnlu. ac. in
• Website; www. cnlu. ac. in
• Social Media; Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn

Admission Office

• Phone: +91-612-2311002
• Email; admissionsoffice@cnlu. ac. in
• Working Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (Monday-Friday)

CNLU Patna has established itself as a prominent law institution in Eastern India, known for its academic excellence, research contributions, and growing placement records. The university continues to produce competent legal professionals who excel in various fields of law.