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NLU Odisha News and Notifications

The last day to apply for 3 years LLB course at NLU Cuttack is March 31, 2025 in online mode, 

NLU Cuttack is conducting an entrance examination for Ph.D admission on May 11, 2025. 

NLUO is conducting all India entrance test for admission to 3-year LLB course on May 11, 2025.

CLAT 2025 counselling and seat allotment process has been delayed.

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

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 5-year BA LL.B and  BBA LL.B at NLUO is based on scores of CLAT Exam. Candidates applying for the LLM examination should appear for CLAT PG. The institute offers admission to three years LLB course based on entrance exam conducted by NLU Cuttack.  Admission to Ph.D courses at NLU Odisha is based on the marks obtained by candidates in the university's entrance exam and the candidates' research proposal (presentation). 

The 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 Ranking Highlights 2024

National Law University Odisha has been ranked by NIRF ranking 2024  law domain in 2024. As per NIRF 2024, NLU Odisha has secured 26th position in law as per NIRF ranking 2024. 

NLU Odisha NIRF Ranking

Candidates can find NLUO Cuttack NIRF ranking for 2024, 2023 and 2022 is mentioned below:

Domain202420232022

Law

26

30

25

National Law University Odisha has been at 21 (Public) in law by Careers360 in law in 2024. 

NLU Odisha Cutoff Highlights 2024

Candidates applying for admission to NLU Odisha are required to meet the CLAT cutoff 2025. The round 1 CLAT cutoff was 1080 for the general category. The NLU Odisha cutoff 2024 details for different categories are mentioned in the table below:

NLU Odisha CLAT Cutoff Category Wise Analysis

CategoryOpening RankClosing Rank

General 

591

1205

SC

5997

9869

ST

11580

16676

NLU Odisha Location

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

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NLU Odisha Highlights

ParameterDescription
Established2008
ExamCLAT, CLAT PG
Courses7 Degrees and 9 Courses
Institute TypeState University
ApprovalsUGC, BCI
GenderCo-ed
Student Count937
Faculty Count20
Campus Size50 acres
Gender PercentageMale 52% and Female 48%
Percentage Of Students from Outside the States 77%

NLU Odisha Rankings / Accreditations

NIRF Ranking

41 colleges were ranked for evaluation purpose.
Parametric Score Law
TLR - Teaching,Learning ang Resources.
RPC - Research and Professional Practice.
GO - Graduational Outcomes.
OI - Outreach and Inclusivity.
PERCEPTION - Peer Perception.

Overall Yearly Trend

54.49
66.99
16.63
53.7
69.39
48.25

Key takeaways from NLU Odisha's Ranking Statistics

  • NLU Odisha ranks higher than 7 Private colleges which were ranked for evaluation purpose.
  • NLU Odisha ranks higher than 5 NLUs for the year 2024, which were ranked for evaluation purpose.
  • NLU Odisha jumped by 4 position in 2024 from previous year.

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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's median salary offered to undergraduate students was Rs 14,50,000 per annum. NLU Odisha Cuttack's 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. T...

Domain

Law

Level

UG

Year

5 Years

Statistics for Academic Year 2023

ParticularsStatistics
First year total students intake 180
Total students admitted 179
Total Graduated Students 177
Total Placed Students 87
Placement Percentage 52.41
Total student gone for higher studies 11
Median Salary 14.50 L

Placement yearly trends

Placement Percentage
Source Data NIRF 2024

Key takeaways from NLU Odisha's Placement Statistics

  • The Placement Percentage of NLU Odisha has increased by 44.41 %
  • The Median salary of NLU Odisha has increased by 37.93 %
  • The Placement Percentage of NLU Odisha is better than 6 colleges that are ranked higher
  • The Median salary of NLU Odisha is better than 18 colleges that are ranked higher
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Student Diversification at NLU Odisha

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Demographic Representation
Data Source: NIRF 2024

Courses offered by NLU Odisha

NLU Cuttack courses are offered at UG, PG and doctoral levels in the stream of Law, Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. NLU Cuttack courses include LLB, BA LLB, BBA LLB, LLM and more. NLU Odisha fee structure 2025 for the courses offered has been released by the institute. For candidates looking for admission to the university, knowing the NLUO Cuttack fee structure 2025 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. It is important for s...

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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 at  NLU Odisha 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

ScholarshipScholarship AmountEligibility 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): 73/887

Data Source: NIRF 2024

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 the 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 Odisha 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

CourseNLU 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. 

LLB
  1. Candidates are required to fill up application fees from the official website of the institute.

  2. The application fee for the general category is Rs 3,300 (Rs 2,800 for SC/ST/PwD Category and Rs 5,000 for the NRI category)

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/ST)

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. The application fee is Rs 5,000 for general candidates and Rs 4,000 for PRTC and SC/ST candidates. The NET/JRF candidates under the general category are required to pay Rs 2,800 and those under the SC/ST category are required to pay Rs 2,300. 

NLU Cuttack LLB Admission Dates 2025 

EventsDates
Start date of online applicationFeb 13, 2025
Last date of online application
Mar 31, 2025
Conduct of entrance examMay 11, 2025

NLU Odisha Admission Dates 2025 for Ph.D Course

EventsDates
Last date of the online applicationMarch 31, 2025
Last date for receiving a hard copy applicationApril 15, 2025
Ph.D Entrance examinationMay 11, 2025
Declaration of result for Ph.D entrance examMay 24, 2025
Presentation of research proposalJune 4 and 5, 2025
Display of list of selected candidatesJune 10, 2025
Last date to confirm admissionsJuly 5, 2025

Note: The above-mentioned dates have been taken from the official website of the institute. 

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

CourseSeatsEligibility 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 for 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

CourseSeatsEligibility 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 Ph.D 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

CourseEligibility 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. 

Using the above table, candidates can check the list of colleges they can get with their obtained rank.

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NLU Odisha Facilities

The National Law University Odisha campus is spread over 50 acres, 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 sys...
Boys Hostel
Girls Hostel
Medical/Hospital
Gym
Library
Sports
I.T Infrastructure
Cafeteria
Auditorium
Transport Facility
Wifi
Moot Court
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Student Reviews for NLU Odisha

College Infrastructure: 3.5/5
Academics: 3/5
Placements: 2.3/5
Value for Money: 2.8/5
Campus Life: 3.4/5

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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.

Over all having a good experiences with best faculties, clas

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College Infrastructure

Yes it has all the necessary infrastructure facilities and equipment. It has everything a class needs. It maintains a good hygiene and cleanliness. The foods are having great taste and are properly cooked.

Have a question related to NLU Odisha ?

my daughter Aastha mahajan has got air in clat 25 is 15219 and in airews is 1379 so in which NLU she can get admission.

Aastha Mahajan secured an All India Rank (AIR) of 15,219 and an EWS rank of 1,379 in CLAT 2025. Her chances of getting into an NLU will depend on cut-offs, seat availability, and category reservations. While the top NLUs may have higher cut-offs, mid-tier NLUs could be within reach for EWS candidates. It is essential to participate in the CLAT counseling process, as seat allotment is based on merit and category. For the most accurate information, refer to official CLAT updates and NLU admission notifications.

Hello Riya,

With an All India Rank (AIR) of 18,000 and an EWS category rank of 1,665 in CLAT 2025, your chances of securing admission in the top National Law Universities (NLUs) are limited. However, you may have opportunities in some of the newer or lower-ranked NLUs.

Expected Cutoffs for EWS Category:

  • Top NLUs (e.g., NLSIU Bengaluru, NALSAR Hyderabad): Typically have EWS cutoff ranks around 500 or higher.

  • Mid-tier NLUs: EWS cutoff ranks may extend up to 1,500.

  • Lower-tier NLUs: EWS cutoff ranks can go beyond 2,000.

Potential NLUs for Your Rank:

Based on your EWS rank of 1,665, you might consider applying to the following NLUs:

  1. Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU), Aurangabad
  2. Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU), Nagpur
  3. Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University (DSNLU), Visakhapatnam
  4. Tamil Nadu National Law University (TNNLU), Tiruchirappalli
  5. Himachal Pradesh National Law University (HPNLU), Shimla

Next Steps:

  • Participate in CLAT Counseling: Engage actively in the counseling process and list multiple NLUs in your preference to increase your chances of admission.

  • Stay Updated: Regularly check the official CLAT counseling updates for seat allotment and further instructions.

  • Consider Alternative Options: Explore private law colleges or other reputable institutions that accept CLAT scores and may have seats available for your rank.


    I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.

    Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.


What was the cut off for NRI in NLU in2024

Hello Rakesh,

The CLAT 2024 cutoffs for NRI candidates varied across different National Law Universities (NLUs) . For instance, at NLU Jodhpur , the cutoff rank for NRI candidates was 1,474 , while at HNLU Raipur , it was 33,519 . These variations indicate that higher-ranked NLUs had more competitive cutoffs for NRI seats.

It's important to note that each NLU has its own admission process and may release separate cutoff lists for NRI candidates. For example, TNNLU and NLU Jodhpur have specific procedures for NRI admissions.


For the most accurate and up-to-date information, it's advisable to consult the official websites of the respective NLUs or contact their admissions offices directly.


For more details about the cut-off CLICK HERE .

I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.


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: Does NLU Odisha offer any part-time programme?

Yes, NLU Odisha offers a part-time Ph.D Law programme.

2: What is the seat intake of the B.B.A. L.L.B Hons programme at NLU Odisha?

The seat intake of the B.B.A. L.L.B Hons programme at NLU Odisha is 60.

3: Which entrance exam score is accepted for NLU Odisha L.L.M admission?

The entrance exam score of CLAT PG is accepted for NLU Odisha L.L.M admission.

4: What are the NLU Odisha scholarships?

The NLU 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.

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

The NLU Odisha B.B.A. L.L.B Hons programme fee is Rs. 1.76 lakhs.

6: What is the seat intake of B.A. L.L.B Hons programme at NLU Odisha?

The seat intake of BA LLB Hons programme at NLU Odisha is 120.

7: Does NLU Odisha provide hostel facilities?

Yes, NLU Odisha provides separate hostel facilities for both boys and girls students.

8: What is NLU Odisha NIRF Ranking 2023?

The National Law University, Cuttack or NLU Odisha secured 33rd rank under the law category in NIRF Ranking 2023.

9: Is NLU Odisha recognised by UGC?

Yes, NLU Odisha or National Law University, Cuttack is recognised by UGC

10: What is the campus size of NLU Odisha?

The National Law University, Cuttack or NLU Odisha campus is spread over an area of 50 acres of land.

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