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RGNUL Patiala Admission Process

Rajiv Gandhi National Law University Patiala admissions for full-time courses at the diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. While RGNUL Patiala admissions to UG and PG courses are done based on CLAT exam scores.  

  • Admissions to RGNUL in 2026 are entrance-based. 
  • CLAT 2026 fourth allotment list will be published on May 2, 2026.
  • BA LLB admissions at RGNUL are based on CLAT scores
  • Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law LLM admissions 2026 are through CLAT-PG scores.
  • RGNUL Admissions 2026 for PhD and LLD are through an entrance exam and a personal interview conducted by the university. 

Students who have obtained valid scores in the entrance exam and meet the CLAT cutoff should participate in the counselling and seat allotment process of Rajiv Gandhi National Law University Patiala. RGNUL admission to Ph.D is done based on an entrance exam conducted by the university, followed by an interview. However, candidates must fulfil the CLAT eligibility criteria to apply for the desired UG or PG programmes. Candidates are required to complete the CLAT registration process to move further with the RGNUL Patiala admission process. 

Also See: RGNUL Patiala Placements 

What is the RGNUL Admission Criteria?

Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law admissions to BA LLB Hons are through CLAT, and LLM admissions are done based on CLAT-PG scores. Check below the details of the RGNUL Patiala selection criteria. 

RGNUL Patiala Selection Criteria 2026

CoursesEntrance Exams

BA LLB Hons

CLAT

LLM

CLAT-PG

PhD

Entrance Test+ Personal Interview

How to Register for RGNUL Admissions?

To apply for BA LLB, apply through CLAT and for LLM, apply through CLAT-PG. The stepwise details of the application process for RGNUL Patiala courses at different levels are mentioned below:

RGNUL Patiala Registration Process 2026

CourseRGNUL Application Process

BA LLB 

  1. Candidates can apply for CLAT 2025 and fill up the application form.

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

  3. Pay 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. 

Ph.D / LLD

  1. Fill up the 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.

RGNUL Admission Dates 2026

Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law admission process includes registration for the counselling process, publication of the allotment list and payment of the confirmation fee to the Consortium for freeze and float options. Candidates can check the details for round-wise counselling, seat allotment and payment of confirmation fee in the table below:

Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law 2026 Admission Dates 

EventDates (UG)Dates (PG)

Publication of CLAT 2026 Third Allotment List 

February 05, 2026 

February 05, 2026

February 05, 2026 

Payment of Confirmation Fee to Consortium for Freeze and Float options 

February 05, 2026  - February 12, 2026 

February 05, 2026  - February 12, 2026 

Publication of CLAT 2026 Fourth Allotment List (Fourth round of counselling starts)

May 02, 2026 

May 02, 2026 

Payment of Confirmation Fee to Consortium for Freeze and Float options 

May 02, 2026  - May 08, 2026 

May 02, 2026  - May 08, 2026 

Publication of CLAT 2026 Fifth and Final Allotment List (Fifth round of counselling starts)

May 15, 2026 

May 15, 2026 

Payment of Confirmation Fee to Consortium for the Freeze option 

May 15, 2026  - May 20, 2026 

May 15, 2026  - May 20, 2026 

RGNUL Patiala BA LLB Admissions 2026

The institute offers RGNUL Patiala UG admissions in the 5-year full-time BA LLB. Hons programme. The NLU Patiala BA LLB course is offered with a seat intake of 240. The details for NLU Patiala BA LLB admissions are mentioned below:

RGNUL Patiala BA LLB Seats and Eligibility Criteria

CourseSeat Intake Eligibility Criteria

BA LLB Hons

240

Candidates should have passed with a minimum of 45% marks in class 10+2 (40% marks for SC/ST)+ CLAT.

RGNUL Patiala BA LLB Hons Admission Process

  • Applicants should appear for CLAT UG and secure a valid score.

  • Students who meet the RGNUL Patiala Cutoff should appear for a counselling session.

  • Students are required to select RGNUL Patiala as their preferred choice of college during the choice filling and locking process in the CLAT counselling process.

  • Shortlisting of RGNUL Patiala admissions is done based on the scores obtained in the entrance exam. 

  • After the seat has been confirmed, the candidate must visit the allotted institute for the document verification process.

  • After the verification of documents, candidates must pay RGNUL fees to confirm their seats.

RGNUL Admissions 2026 for PG Courses

Students offer LLM and PGDIPA programmes at the postgraduate level. Check the details of Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law admissions 2026 for PG programmes below.

RGNUL Patiala LLM Courses, Seats and Eligibility Criteria

CourseSeatsEligibility Criteria

LLM

60

The candidate must have passed the L.L.B. degree with 55% marks (50% marks for SC/ST candidates) from a recognised university + CLAT

PGD75Graduation in any stream for prison personnel or Graduation in any stream with atleats 50% marks.

RGNUL LLM Course Admissions 2026

Students seeking RGNUL Patiala L.L.M. admissions are offered to candidates who have passed the L.L.B. degree with 55% marks (50% marks for SC/ST candidates) from a recognised university. Along with this, Applicants are required to appear and secure valid marks in CLAT PG.

RGNUL Patiala LLM Admission Process

  • Students willing to be admitted to the LLM course must have completed their bachelor’s and should meet the other eligibility criteria.

  • Eligible candidates must apply for CLAT PG by filling out the online application form.

  • Students should upload all the necessary documents required at the time of application.

  • Applicants are then required to appear for CLAT PG.

  • Candidates who meet the cut-off are then supposed to appear for the counselling sessions. 

  • In the counselling sessions, candidates will have to select national law universities in the order of their preference. The preference given by the candidates will be considered for seat allotment. 

  • The process of seat allotment and admission will end with the verification of documents and payment of RGNUL fees.

RGNUL PGD Course Admissions 2026

Merit-based admissions are offered for Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law PGD admissions. Check the details of the Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law PGDIPA selection process.

RGNUL PGD Admission Process 

  • Meet the Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law PGD eligibility criteria.
  • Fill out the application form on the official website.
  • Admissions at RGNUL for the PGDIPA programme are offered based on performance in the qualifying examination (Graduation).
  • Selected students must pay admission fees.

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RGNUL Admissions 2026 for Doctoral Courses

RGNUL Patiala admission is offered for Ph.D. Law at the doctoral level. The RGNUL Patiala Ph.D Law course is offered for duration of six years. The students willing to take admission in this course have to appear for an entrance examination. Students who clear the entrance exam must follow the remaining steps of the admission process to secure their admission.

RGNUL Patiala Courses and Eligibility Criteria

CourseEligibility Criteria

Ph.D Law.

Master's degree or a professional degree, with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade 'B' in the UGC 7-point scale or an equivalent degree from a recognised foreign educational Institution 

LLD Master of Law (LLM) diploma or an equal qualification

RGNUL Patiala Admission Process for PhD/ LLD

  • To get admitted to this course, candidates have to fill out the online application form that is released on the official website of the university.

  • Candidates are supposed to submit their application forms along with all the mandatory documents and pay the fees.

  • Eligible candidates are then supposed to appear for the entrance exam.

  • Candidates who clear the entrance exam are made to go through a round of personal interviews.

  • The Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law Patiala admits to Ph.D programmes after the verification of documents and payment of fees.

Required Documents for RGNUL Admission 2026

  • Scanned signature of the candidate

  • Category certificate for SC/ST/OBC or PwD candidates

  • BPL certificate (if applicable)

  • Class 10th and 12th marks sheet

  • Graduation/post-graduation certificate

  • Transfer certificate/ Migration certificate

  • Date of Birth certificate

  • Reservation certificate, if applicable

  • Entrance exam scorecard

  • Passport-size photographs

Selected candidates must attend the counselling session and submit the original academic and personal documents to confirm RGNUL Patiala admissions. Using the above table, candidates can check the list of colleges they can get with their obtained rank.

RGNUL Patiala Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: How to apply for RGNUL admissions?

Candidates applying for RGNUL Patiala admission is based on the eligibility criteria and score of entrance exam. For admission to NLU Patiala UG admissions are required to register for CLAT entrance examination. 

2: How many seats are available for general candidates for NLU Patiala admissions?

The number of seats available for general candidates for NLU Patiala admissions 2025 at UG level is 134. The total number of seats available at PG level in Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law Patiala  is 44. 

3: What is the seat intake for NLU Patiala BA LLB?

The total seat intake for NLU Patiala BA LLB is 240. The seat matrix & the Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law Patiala  reservation policy is offered as per the norms of the government. 

4: What rank is required for NLU Patiala?

NLU Patiala admissions are offered to candidates based on their rank in CLAT entrance exam. Candidates applying for the courses need to meet category wise cutoff. The NLU Patiala cutoff 2024 ranges from 591 to 1205

5: How can I apply for admission to the LLB programme?

The RGNUL Admission to LL.B is based on merit in the Common Admission Test (CLAT). To apply for CLAT, students have to visit the official CLAT site and fill out the online application form. Then clear the cutoff to get admission in RGNUL by clearing the CLAT entrance test. There is no interview process to get admission.

6: What is the CLAT application age requirement?

For both undergraduate and postgraduate courses, there is no upper age limit for candidates who can join law programs through CLAT. For UG, candidates must pass the 10+2 examination with 45% marks (40% for SC/ ST). PG, students of LL.B. Degree or equivalent examination with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ ST).

7: What is the admission process for RGNUL Patiala Ph.D Law?

Students willing to take Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law Patiala admission in Ph.D. Law in RGNUL Patiala have to appear for a written test followed by a round of personal interview.

8: What exam is accepted for admission in BA LLB Hons in RGNUL Patiala?

Students willing to take Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law Patiala admission in BA LLB Hons must have appeared in and secured valid scores in CLAT.

Student Reviews for RGNUL Patiala

College Infrastructure: 4.3/5
Academics: 2.8/5
Placements: 2.7/5
Value for Money: 3/5
Campus Life: 3.4/5

It is good college but poor placements.

Verified Review

Academics

RGNUL is good in Academics . There is 75% attendance criteria which is a bit hectic .There are highly qualified professors in college . Students here are quite hard working and intelligent as they have cleared Clat .

outstanding college for passionate, who really wants to grow

Verified Review

Academics

i am studying BA LLB for to make the society more efficient in legal aspects. the teachers of this college are well learned and better educated for to give students not only better teaching but also to help the students in their career. the curriculum of the institution is quit updated but some developments have to be made and the institution is working very sincerely for this purpose but the curriculum is very enough for to get any legal job .

Decent college

Academics

Not at all par at nlu standards. I wonder if they are even qualified. you have to study on your own. Lecture are pretty boring except one or two everyone sit for attandance and do their work. Overall quality is preety average

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Based on the details you have shared — AIR 9297, Punjab domicile, Punjab state rank 294, and women rank around 5000 — you do have a reasonable chance of getting admission to RGNUL Patiala, especially under the Punjab domicile quota and women reservation, depending on the counselling rounds and category

My AIR rank is 22002 while my SC category rank is 1086, will I get RGNUL

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Yes, you have a good chance of securing a seat with a rank of 1086 in SC Category, in the Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL), Patiala . Your rank falls within the cutoff range for the SC Category and therefore has a good chance of securing

My AIR rank is 22002 while my SC category rank is 1086, will I get RGNUL

Hello aspirant,

With an AIR of 22002 and SC category rank of 1086,getting admission to RGNUL Patiala is difficult but not completely impossible. In recent years, SC category cutoffs for RGNUL have usually closed at better ranks, but some movement is seen in later counselling rounds. Your chances will mainly

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Feb 12, 2026

CLAT 2026 cutoff has been released for UG and PG courses. 

Feb 12, 2026

CLAT 2026 fourth allotment list will be published on May 2, 2026.

Feb 12, 2026

The fifth allotment list of CLAT 2026 will be published on May 15, 2026.

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