National Law University, New Delhi
The institution Grants Commission (UGC) has recognised National Law University (NLU), Delhi, a state institution that was founded in 2008. It has been recognised with NAAC Grade A 3.6 and accepted by the Bar Council of India. NIRF 2024 ranks NLU as the second-best university in the law category.
Courses offered by universities, including Joint Masters/LLB, Ph.D., LLM, and BA LLB (Hons). Additionally, diploma and bridge courses are available to students in different specialisations. The university administers the All India Law Entrance Test (AILET), and admission is granted on the basis of merit. Additionally, university has exchange programs that let students attend international colleges to study law. Meritorious students can pursue their studies without hindrances or limitations thanks to the financial support the institution offers in the form of different scholarships. In 2023, the BA LLB (Hons) program's median package was INR 14 LPA, while the LLM program's was INR 12 LPA.
Highlights of University
Established in | 2008 |
University Type | State University |
Accreditation | NAAC Grade A 3.10 |
Courses Offered | UG, PG, Doctoral, Diploma and Certification |
Popular Courses | BA LLB (Hons), LLM, Ph.D. and Joint Masters / LLM |
Admission Criteria | Entrance Examination |
Entrance Exam | All India Law Entrance Test (AILET) |
Application Mode | Online |
Top Recruiters | L&L Partners, Trilegal, Trilegal, OYO |
Official Website | https://nludelhi.ac.in/ |
Ranking of University
Various rating agencies and publications consider University New Delhi to be the best university in India for law students. This is its NLU Delhi Ranking as reported by different organisations:
Body | Year | Rank (for Law) |
IIRF | 2024 | 2 |
NIRF | 2024 | 2 |
Outlook India | 2024 | 2 |
Courses at University
For qualified applicants, University Delhi grants admission to UG, PG, and Ph.D. programs based on AILET merit. Eligible candidates can choose between a full-time and part-time Ph.D. program. The following contains comprehensive details about the courses and eligibility requirements:
Courses | Eligibility | Seat Intake |
BALLB (Hons) | 12th or equivalent with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST/PwD). | 120 |
LLM | LLB degree or an equivalent examination with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD | 81 |
Ph.D. | Master’s degree in law, social sciences or humanities with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD) | 31 |
IP Joint Masters/LLM | Candidates from Non-Legal Backgrounds must have a Bachelor’s degree / Bachelor’s degree (Hons) and candidates from Legal Backgrounds, must have an LLB degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD) | 80 |
Admissions 2025 at University
Delhi's NLU Merit-based admission to BA LLB (Hons), LLM, and Ph.D. programmes is determined by the university's AILET. Students from both domestic and foreign countries are eligible to apply to NLUD. By paying the required fees, candidates can register for admission online via the official website.
Applicants can use the procedures listed below to apply for admission to university:
Cutoff 2025 at University
The minimum score that applicants must obtain in the university's AILET in order to be admitted to the BA LLB (Hons) and LLM programs is known as the Delhi Cutoff. AILET 2025 will be the NLU Delhi Cutoff when all categories have been completed. In Round 1, the BA LLB (Hons) General Category cutoff was 62, while the LLM cutoff was 35.
The following table shows the category-specific university Cutoff for the BA LLB (Hons) and LLM programs in Round 1:
Category | BA LLB (Hons) | LLM |
General | 62 | 35 |
General PwD | 714 | 48 |
EWS | 290 | 173 |
OBC | 457 | 144 |
OBC Pwd | 2103 | 1156 |
SC | 1559 | 258 |
SC PwD | 7953 | NA |
ST | 2646 | 414 |
JK | 896 | NA |
Kashmir Migrants | 3733 | 236 |
Placements 2025 to University
University Placement 2025 is yet to be announced. The institute offers placements and internship opportunities for final-year students. NLUD According to university NIRF 2024 Report, published on the official website a total of 69 students from BA LLB (Hons) and 50 students from LLM Batch 2023 were placed. The median package offered was INR 14 LPA for BA LLB (Hons) and 12 LPA for the LLM program.
University Placement highlights for the BA LLB (Hons) and LLM programs
Particulars | BA LLB (Hons ) Placement 2023 | LLM Placement 2023 |
Total No. of Students Graduated | 83 | 75 |
Number of Students Placed | 69 | 50 |
Median CTC | INR 14 LPA | INR 12 LPA |
Some top recruiters at the University Delhi are mentioned below in a tabular form:
Trilegal
OYO
S&R Associates
Khaitan & Co
L & L Partners
Talwar Thakore & Associates
AZB & Partners
Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas
P&A Law Offices
Scholarships for Students
For deserving students, the university provides scholarship opportunities based on their family income and academic standing. University Scholarship pays for books, stationery, boarding and lodging fees, and tuition. The following are some scholarships the university offers:
Scholarship | Details |
Central Sector Scholarship of Top-Class Education for SC Students | Students belonging to the SC category with a family income below INR 8 Lakhs are eligible. The scholarship has only 5slots per year. |
National Fellowship and Scholarship for Higher Education for ST Students | Students belonging to the ST category with a family income below INR 6 Lakhs are eligible. |
Facilities at University
The Indian capital of Delhi is home to National Law University, which provides its students with first-rate on-campus facilities. Among the facilities that the university provides are:
T.P.S. Chawla Library: Located on the university campus, this 2-story structure houses the well-kept collection of 37,500 books, 180 active journal and newspaper subscriptions, and 250 CDs and DVDs. Additionally, the library has subscriptions to a number of national and international online databases, including Westlaw International, LexisNexis Academic, EHart books, and others.
Computer Centre: University Campus features 50 state-of-the-art desktop computers with Microsoft operating systems and a wealth of optical devices. It is also Wi-Fi enabled. Additionally, the centre offers printing facility.
Auditorium: The AC theatre can accommodate 650 people and is furnished with the latest audio and visual equipment. Seminars, lectures, and cultural events take place there.
Digital Classroom: To provide students with a better learning environment, university classrooms are outfitted with digital podiums, LCD projectors, display screens, and Wi-Fi.
E-Moot Court Hall: The university's moot court has 170 seats and is well-equipped with audio-visual tools to help students with their practice.
Hostel: Separate dorms with basic facilities including air conditioning, a mess, and security are available for boys and girls. For both boys and girls, university Hostel Fee is INR 1.28 Lakhs to INR 6.4 Lakhs.
Mess: In addition to providing a clean, separate mess for the boys' and girls' dorms, the institution also maintains a well-equipped central mess on campus for the use of students and staff.
Transportation: Students can also take use of legal help programs, clinics, and transportation to and from campus and court visits.
Banks: The university features an HDFC ATM in the cafeteria and UCO Bank, which is available for business from 1-2 pm on certain days of the week.
Sports Facility: Basketball and volleyball courts are available at university. It is recommended that students make use of the well-equipped gym located in their individual residence halls.
Alumni of University
Alumni from university have a strong network and participate actively in academic and professional events. The university's alumni organisation promotes post-academic careers and helps with networking with professors and fellow graduates. The following table lists of some university's well-known former students:
Dushyant Singh Chautala: Deputy Chief Minister of Haryana
Toshiba Shandilya: Partner (Competition Law) at AZB & Partners
Pallavi Mishra: Assistant Collector (Trainee), North Goa
College Name | National Law University |
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Short Name | NLU |
Institute Type | State |
Established In | 2008 |
Distance Mode | NO |
Courses Offered | 5 |
NAAC Approved | NAAC Grade A |