NLU Nagpur Admission 2026

Maharashtra National Law University Nagpur

Nagpur, Maharashtra · NLU Nagpur · Estd. 2015

UG Open PG Open PhD Open

CLAT 2026 examination December 2025 (held). MNLU Nagpur counselling expected May-June 2026 at mnlunagpur.edu.in. Updated: 2026-05-11

About Maharashtra National Law University Nagpur

Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU) Nagpur, established in 2015 by an Act of the Maharashtra state legislature, is the 19th National Law University of India and serves the Vidarbha region. The temporary campus is at Waranga, Nagpur. MNLU Nagpur is a participant in the Consortium of NLUs.

MNLU Nagpur offers a 5-year integrated BA LLB (Hons.) and 1-year LL.M. programmes in law. The university focuses on tribal rights, environmental law and constitutional studies given its Vidarbha-tribal context. NAAC accredited; recognised by Bar Council of India.

BA LLB (Hons) admissions through CLAT UG. LL.M. through CLAT PG. PhD through MNLU Nagpur PhD entrance. Maharashtra state quota of 25% within CLAT merit.

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Application fee: ₹4,000 (General) / ₹3,500 (Reserved) · Official site ↗

Entrance Exams

Admission via CUET

CLAT UG / CLAT PG

Conducted by Consortium of National Law Universities

MNLU Nagpur admissions to BA LLB (Hons) and LL.M. are exclusively through CLAT UG and CLAT PG. PhD through MNLU Nagpur PhD entrance.

Eligibility

BA LLB (Hons): Plus Two 45% (40% SC/ST/OBC) + CLAT UG. LL.M.: LLB 50% + CLAT PG. PhD: LL.M. 55% + entrance.

Important Dates

Event	Date	Stage	Portal	Status
CLAT 2026 Examination	07 Dec 2025	—	consortiumofnlus.ac.in	Closed
MNLU Nagpur Counselling 2026	25 May 2026	—	mnlunagpur.edu.in	Upcoming
MNLU Nagpur Final Reporting	15 Jul 2026	—	mnlunagpur.edu.in	Upcoming

How to Apply

Previous Year Cutoffs

Cutoffs will be published here once last year's data is verified.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for eligible candidates at this university.

MNLU Nagpur merit-cum-means scholarships, NLU consortium financial aid, Maharashtra state Mahajyoti/Sarathi, Central Sector Scholarship.

Reservations

MH state quota 25% within CLAT merit; SC 15%, ST 7.5%, OBC 27%, EWS 10%, PwBD 5%.

Results & Merit Lists

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission process at Maharashtra National Law University Nagpur?

Maharashtra National Law University Nagpur admits students primarily through CLAT UG / CLAT PG. After the entrance exam result, candidates register on the university's CSAS (or equivalent) portal, fill college and programme preferences, and accept seats round-by-round.

What is the application fee at Maharashtra National Law University Nagpur?

For 2026, the application fee is ₹4000 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹3500 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

When does Maharashtra National Law University Nagpur declare its cutoff?

Cutoffs at Maharashtra National Law University Nagpur are released after each round of seat allotment. CSAS/portal-based universities typically publish round-wise allocation lists; merit-based universities release a single merit list. Watch the Important Dates section above for exact dates.

Does Maharashtra National Law University Nagpur accept CLAT UG / CLAT PG scores?

Yes. Maharashtra National Law University Nagpur uses CUET scores as the primary basis for UG and PG admission via NTA's Common University Entrance Test.