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    About NLU Odisha

    National Law University Odisha (NLU) was established in 2008 by an Act of the Odisha State legislature. NLU Cuttack is a member of UGC-INFLIBNET and part of the National Knowledge Network under the Ministry of Information Technology and Communication, Government of India. 

    • #15th rank under the law category by NLU Odisha NIRF ranking 2025.
    • Courses at NLU CuttakLLB, BA LLB (Hons), BBA LLB, BA Law, LLM and more.
    • CLAT, CLAT-PG, NLUO All India Entrance Test and Research Entrance Test (NLUORET) scores are considered for National Law University Odisha Admissions
    • NLUO fees for LLB is Rs 5.82 lakhs, BA LLB fees is Rs 9.59 lakhs, and LLM fees is Rs 1.40 lakhs.
    • Placements at National Law University Odisha93 UG 5-year and 35 PG 1-year students got placed as per the NIRF 2026 law report.

    NLU Odisha offers undergraduate, postgraduate and Ph.D programmes, including BA LLB, BBA LLB, LLM Corporate Law and Commercial Law, LLM Constitutional Law and Administrative Law and PhD. Admission to NLUO courses like 5-year BA LLB and  BBA LLB is based on scores of the CLAT Exam. Candidates applying for the LLM examination should appear for CLAT PG. BA Law admissions at NLU Cuttack are through the SAMS, Government of Odisha portal

    The institute offers admission to a years LLB course based on an entrance exam conducted by NLU Cuttack. NLU Cuttack fees for the BA Law programme is Rs 1.05 lakhs. Admission to NLU Odisha for PhD is based on the marks obtained by candidates in the university's entrance exam and the candidates' research proposal (presentation). National Law University Odisha offers scholarships to deserving students who come from economically weaker sections of society. The placement cell at NLUO helps the students to get placed in top organisations like Argus Partners, JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs, Aditya Birla Group and more

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    NLU Odisha NIRF Ranking 2025

    National Law University Odisha has been ranked by the NIRF ranking in 2025 law domain. As per NIRF 2025 ranking, NLU Odisha has secured the 15th position in law as per the NIRF ranking 2025. Candidates can find the NLUO Cuttack NIRF ranking for 2025, 2024, 2023, and 2022 mentioned below:

    NLU Odisha NIRF Ranking Analysis

    YearNIRF RankingNIRF Score
    20251563.66
    20242654.49
    20233046.02
    20222548.81

    NLU Odisha Cutoff Highlights 2026

    Candidates applying for admission to NLU Odisha are required to meet the CLAT cutoff 2026. The round 1 CLAT cutoff is 800 for the general category for the BA LLB course. The NLU Odisha cutoff details for general category of round 4 are mentioned in the table below for BA LLB and BBA LLB programmes. 

    NLU Cuttack CLAT Cutoff 2026

    CourseGeneral Category 
    BA LLB835
    BBA LLB875

    NLU Odisha Placement Highlights 2026

    National Law University Cuttack placed UG students with a median package of Rs 9,00,000 and PG students with a median package of Rs 5,00,000. Students can check details of NLUO placements 2024-25 as per the NIRF law report 2026 below. 

    NLU Cuttack Placements 2025 

    CoursesStudents PlacedMedian Package
    UG 5-year93Rs 9,00,000
    PG 1-year35Rs 5,00,000

    NLU Odisha Location

    NLU Cuttack is located at Naraj Rd, Sector 13, Cuttack, Odisha 753015.

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    NLU Odisha Highlights

    ParameterDescription
    Established2008
    ExamCLAT, CLAT PG
    Courses 6 Degrees and 8 Courses
    Institute TypeState University
    ApprovalsUGC, BCI
    GenderCo-ed
    Student Count937
    Faculty Count20
    Campus Size50 acres
    Gender PercentageMale 49% and Female 51%
    Students from Outside the State 75%

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    NLU Odisha Placements

    The NLU Odisha placement cell provides opportunities and guidance for students to get placed in top firms. The total number of 87 undergraduate students and 27 postgraduate students were placed during NLU Odisha placements 2023, as per NIRF report 2024. NLU Odisha median salary offered to undergraduate students was Rs 14,50,000 per annum. NLU Odisha Cuttack median salary offered to postgraduate students was Rs 7,00,000 per annum. The National Law University Odisha (NLUO) placement cell is managed by the Recruitment Coordination Committee. The N...

    Domain

    Law

    Level

    UG

    Year

    5 Years

    Statistics for Academic Year 2023-24

    ParticularsStatistics
    First year total students intake (2019-20)180
    Total students admitted (2019-20)179
    Total Graduated Students (2023-24)158
    Total Placed Students (2023-24)77
    Placement Percentage (2023-24)52.03%
    Total student gone for higher studies (2023-24)10
    Median Salary (2023-24)14.00 L

    Placement yearly trends

    Placement Percentage
    Source Data NIRF 2025

    Key takeaways from NLU Odisha's Placement Statistics

    • The Placement Percentage of NLU Odisha has decreased by 0.86 %
    • The Median salary of NLU Odisha has decreased by 3.57 %
    • The Placement Percentage of NLU Odisha is better than 2 colleges that are ranked higher
    • The Median salary of NLU Odisha is better than 5 colleges that are ranked higher
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    Student Diversification at NLU Odisha

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    Data Source: NIRF 2025

    Courses offered by NLU Odisha

    National Law University Odisha releases the details of the fee structure for NLU Odisha courses. Candidates looking for admission to the university, knowing the NLUO Cuttack fee structure is very important. Candidates will have to pay the fees as per NLU Cuttack fee structure at the time of the CLAT counselling and seat allotment process. Candidates applying for admission to NLU Odisha courses should complete CLAT Registration process, It is important for students to meet CLAT Eligibility Criteria and attend the counselling process based on sco...

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    NLU Odisha Scholarship

    National Law University, Cuttack provides financial assistance to meritorious undergraduate students of the university from economically weaker sections of society. To avail of NLU Odisha scholarships, candidates have to meet the eligibility criteria and submit the application form. Scholarships may be awarded only to new and existing students enrolled in undergraduate programmes conducted by the university. NLU Odisha scholarships help both meritorious and deserving students to pursue higher education without any financial constraints. 

    Candidates can also apply for National Scholarships from the National e-Scholarship Portal. Some other scholarship portals where students can avail of scholarships are MP Scholarship Portal, U.P. Scholarship & Fee Reimbursement Online System, Rajasthan Scholarship Portal, Government of Rajasthan and eScholarship of Social Welfare Department, Government of Uttarakhand. Mentioned below are the NLU Odisha scholarships along with the scholarship amount and eligibility requirements. 

    NLU Odisha Scholarship- Scholarship Amount/Eligibility Criteria

    Scholarship

    Scholarship Amount

    Eligibility Criteria

    Undergraduate Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship

    Rs 1,00,000

    This scholarship is awarded only to students whose total family income from all sources does not exceed Rs. 5,00,000/- per annum.


    Candidates with an aggregate of not less than 60% or its equivalent in their Higher Secondary, Pre-University or other qualifying examinations shall be eligible for the scholarship.


    In the case of existing candidates, only those who have maintained a GPA of at least 5.0 in the previous two semesters shall be eligible for the scholarship.

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    Students Receiving Full Tuition Fee Reimbursement

    UG (5 years): 70/876
    UG (3 years): 2/45

    Data Source: NIRF 2025

    NLU Odisha Admission

    The National Law University Odisha (NLUO) admissions are offered for undergraduate, postgraduate and Ph.D programmes. The NLU Odisha admissions are offered for BA LLB, BBA LLB, LLM, M.Phil and Ph.D. NLUO admissions are based on scores of CLAT Exam/written test/ merit of qualifying examination. 

    NLU Odisha BA LLB/BBA LLB admission is based on scores of CLAT. NLU Odisha LLM admissions are based on the performance of the students in CLAT PG. Candidates who meet the  CLAT Cutoff requirement of the course should attend the CLAT counselling process. NLU Odisha admission for PhD selection process typically involves an entrance test conducted by the NLU Cuttack, consideration of work experience, and a presentation. Candidates who meet the CLAT Eligibility Criteria of the course can proceed with NLUO admission process. The eligible candidates should complete the CLAT Registration process and fill up the application form. 

    Also See: NLU Osisha Placements

    How to Apply for NLU Odisha Admissions 2025?

    The application process for NLU Odisha Courses consists of several steps which are mentioned  below:

    NLU Odisha Application Process 2025

    Course

    NLU Odisha Registration Process

    B.A LLB (Hons.)

    1. Candidates should fill out the application form of CLAT 2025.

    2. Complete the registration process with personal details and upload documents.

    3. Pay application fees of Rs 4,000 (Rs 3,500 for SC/ST/BPL candidates).


    BBA LLB (Hons.)

    B.A

    1. Candidates applying for B.A course should apply from samsodisha.gov.in/.

    2. Candidates are required to register themselves and fill up the application form.

    3. Submit the form with the application fees. 

    LLM

    1. Complete the online registration process for CLAT PG.

    2. Fill up the application form with personal details and select a course of study and NLU preference. 

    3. Upload documents and pay application fees of Rs 4,000 (Rs 3,500 for SC/Ct)

    Ph.D 

    1. Candidates can fill up the Ph.D application form from the official website of the university.

    2. Fill up the application form with the required details and self-attested copies of supporting documents.

    3. Pay the application fee using the payment link

    NLU Odisha Important Dates- CLAT 2025

    Event

    Dates

    CLAT 2025 registration last date

    October 15, 2024

    Release of CLAT admit card

    Third week of November 2024

    CLAT 2025 exam date

    December 1, 2024 (Sunday, 2 pm to 4 pm)

    Release of provisional answer key

    December 1, 2024 (Evening)

    Release of final CLAT answer key

    First week of December 2024

    CLAT 2025 result declaration

    Second week of December 2024

    Check out: CLAT 2025 Important Dates

    NLU Odisha UG Course Admissions 2025

    The university offers 5 years of full-time NLU UG courses such as BA LLB Hons and BBA LLB Hons. NLU Odisha's 3-year LLB programme is joined after graduation.

    NLU Odisha BA LLB Courses, Seats and Eligibility Criteria

    Courses

    Seats 

    Eligibility Criteria

    BA LLB (Hons) 

    120

    Candidates must have completed 10+2, with a minimum aggregate of 60% from the recognised board.


    Valid score in CLAT entrance exam.

    BBA LLB (Hons) 

    120

    LLB

    -

    Graduation in Law

    NLU Odisha Admission Process: BA LLB (H)/ BBA LLB (H)

    • Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can attend the CLAT entrance exam.

    • Candidates who meet the CLAT cutoff must attend the counselling process.

    • The Shortlisted candidates will be allotted for the NLU Odisha admission.

    • Selected candidates can submit all the required documents at NLU Odisha and pay the admission fee to confirm seats.

    NLU Odisha LLB Admission Process

    • After meeting the eligibility criteria, candidates are required to take the NLUO All India Entrance Test (NAIET) - 2024.

    • Qualified candidates should attend the counselling process.

    • NLUO LLB admissions will be based on the scores, rank list and seat availability of candidates.

    • Selected candidates will be notified regarding the seat allotment.

    • Final selected candidates should complete the document verification.

    • To complete the admission process the candidates should pay the NLU Odisha admission fee. 

    Also See: NLU Odisha Cutoff

    NLU Odisha PG Course Admissions 2025

    NLU Odisha offers various PG programmes, and admission to the LLM is done based on merit in the CLAT-PG entrance examination. The duration of the NLU Odisha LLM and M.Phil is 1 year and 2 years, respectively.

    NLU Odisha PG Courses, Seats & Eligibility Criteria

    Courses

    Seats 

    Eligibility Criteria

    LLM

    25

    Candidates must have completed graduation in Law with a minimum aggregate of 50%(45% for SC/ST/PWD) from an approved university.


    Valid score in CLAT entrance exam.


    M.Phil Law


    -

    Candidates must have a master's degree with a minimum aggregate of 55% marks from an approved university.

    NLU Odisha PG Admission Process

    • Candidates must meet the NLU Odisha eligibility criteria.

    • Eligible Candidates must appear for the CLAT-PG Entrance examination 

    • Based on the CLAT-PG entrance examination, the NLU’s consortium released the Cutoff for NLU Odisha LLM Admission. 

    • Candidates who secured the eligible cutoff marks in the CLAT exam can participate in the counselling process to secure admission.

    • The shortlisted candidates will be allotted for NLUO LLM Admission.

    • The admission process ends after verifying documents and paying the admission fee.

    Also See: NLU Odisha Facilities

    NLU Odisha PhD Admission 2025

    The college offers 2 NLU Odisha PhD courses Ph.D Law Part Time and Ph.D Law. The duration of the PhD courses is 6 years. The PhD programmes are available full-time and part-time.  

    NLU Odisha PhD Course and Eligibility Criteria

    Course

    Eligibility Criteria

    Ph.D

    Candidates must have a Master's degree in Law / Social Sciences / Humanity with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate from an approved university.

    NLU Odisha PhD Admission Process

    • Eligible candidates must register for the NLU Odisha PhD courses through the university website.

    • Candidates must attend the Research Entrance Test (NLUORET) and obtain a valid score.

    • Candidates who passed the NET/JRF exam conducted by the UGC need not appear for the entrance test.

    • Candidates who passed the entrance test with a minimum of 50% will be invited to deliver a presentation.

    • NLU Odisha PhD admissions will be granted based on the quality of the presentation, NET/JRF qualifications, and prior work experience. 

    Required Documents for NLU Cuttack Admission 2025

    • 10+2 Marks sheets and certificates

    • Graduation Marksheet and Provisional certificate( For PG/Ph.D. admissions)

    • PG Marks sheet and Provisional certificate (For PhD Admissions)

    • Course completion certificate

    • Migration Certificate

    • Caste/Community/ Category certificate

    • Native Certificate 

    • Transfer Certificate

    • Study Conduct Certificate

    • ID proof (Government of India Authorised) 

    • Passport size photographs(colour), Self and Parent or Guardian 

    • Two sets of photocopies with all original certificates

    CLAT score is mandatory for applying to the NLU Odisha courses, and NLU Odisha admission will be based on merit only. 

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    NLU Odisha Facilities

    National Law University Odisha campus is spread over 50 acres, it is designed as an eco-friendly campus while providing ample facilities to the students. NLU Odisha facilities include a fully air-conditioned academic block, separate hostels for boys and girls, a food court, a gym and other sports facilities such as Basketball, Volleyball, Tennis court and indoor games for the students to get them involved in physical activities.National Law University Odisha facilities include Well-equipped lecture halls with LCD projectors, a dedicated sound s...
    Boys Hostel
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    Moot Court
    Classrooms

    Student Reviews for NLU Odisha

    College Infrastructure: 3.6/5
    Academics: 3/5
    Placements: 2.4/5
    Value for Money: 2.9/5
    Campus Life: 3.5/5

    NLUO is a good place to study

    College Infrastructure

    National Law University, Odisha, Cuttack (NLUO) provides good infrastructure, with proper classrooms/lecture halls, good library equipped with air conditioning, clean campus, ample food stalls for students, sports centres like basketball court, tennis court, badminton court and football field. The hostel rooms are big enough and cleaning crew is available from 7:00 A.M - 4:00 P.M. The hostels, lecture halls, library and mess are all equipped with WiFi, lecture halls have white boards and projector. Mess food is edible. Overall a good experience and good living environment.

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    College Infrastructure

    It has greatly developed as it currently houses one of the largest law library in the country. Adequate facilities with respect to sports and recreation area also made available to students along with good hygienic food

    Overall a good college.

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    College Infrastructure

    College infrastructure is improving slowly. The library is finally functional. The hostels are spacious, you get single rooms which is a great thing. Overall the college is pretty but needs a lot of development.

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    No, NLU Jodhpur does not have a management quota. All admissions to undergraduate ( BA LLB , BBA LLB ) and postgraduate ( LLM ) courses are strictly merit-based, conducted exclusively through the Common Law Admission Test ( CLAT ). Direct or management quota admissions are not

    Hello Dear Student,
    With a CLAT AIR of 19,688, your chances of a seat in regular counseling rounds are slim. However, you have realistic prospects through vacancy/spot rounds or state quotas. Your best option is to target the Tamil Nadu National Law University (TNNLU Tiruchirappalli) using your state domicile and

    Hello Dear Student,
    With a CLAT AIR of 19,688 as an OBC candidate, your chances of securing a seat in regular counselling rounds are extremely low. Your best prospects lie in participating in the vacant seats/spot rounds of universities that feature regional or state quotas, specifically the Tamil Nadu National

    NLU Odisha Contact Address

    Address:
    National Law University, Kathajodi Campus, CDA Sector-13, Cuttack–753015, Odisha, India

    NLU Odisha Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

    1: Which entrance exam score is accepted for NLU Odisha admissions?

    CLAT, CLAT-PG, NLUO All India Entrance Test and Research Entrance Test (NLUORET) scores are considered for National Law University Odisha Admissions. Students must have valid CLAT scores and meet cutoff criteria to participate in admission process. 

    2: What are the NLU Odisha scholarships?

    The National Law University Odisha scholarship includes Undergraduate Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship and this scholarship is awarded only to students whose total family income from all sources does not exceed Rs. 5,00,000/- per annum.

    3: What is the NLU Odisha B.B.A. L.L.B Hons programme fee?

    The NLU Odisha BBA LLB Hons total fees are Rs 10.84 lakhs for a duration of five years. The National Law University Cuttack BBA LLB course is offered in full-time mode. 

    4: What is the seat intake of BA LLB Hons programme at NLU Odisha?

    The seat intake of the BA LLB Hons programme at NLU Odisha is 120. The NLU Cuttack BA LLB course is offered for a duration of five years in full-time mode. 

    5: What is NLU Odisha NIRF Ranking 2025?

    The National Law University Cuttack or NLU Odisha secured 15th rank under the law category in NIRF Ranking 2025. NLU Odisha NIRF 2025 score is 63.66 in the law category. 

    6: Is NLU Odisha recognised by UGC?

    Yes, NLU Odisha or National Law University, Cuttack is recognised by UGC. It is a state government University. NLU Cuttack is a member of UGC-INFLIBNET and part of the National Knowledge Network under the Ministry of Information Technology and Communication, Government of India. 

    7: What are the courses offered by NLU Odisha?

    The courses offered by NLU Odisha are BA LLB Hons, BBA LLB Hons, LLM Constitutional Law and Administrative Law, LLM Corporate Law and Commercial Law, MPhil Law, PhD Law and PhD Law Part-Time.

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