NUJS Kolkata Admission 2026 was conducted for B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), B.Sc. LL.B. (Hons.) in Criminology and Forensic Science, LL.M., and Ph.D. in Law programmes. All NUJS admissions for UG and PG programmes are based on valid CLAT scores, followed by centralised counselling conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities.
For UG programmes, candidates must hold a 10+2 qualification with a minimum of 45% marks (40% for SC/ST/PwD) and a valid CLAT UG score. For LL.M. admission, candidates must hold an LL.B. degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD) and a valid CLAT PG score. Ph.D. admission requires an LL.M. degree with 55% marks along with a research proposal and interview.
NUJS Kolkata Admission 2026 Important Dates
The NUJS admission 2026 schedule followed the CLAT 2026 counselling timeline set by the Consortium of NLUs. The CLAT 2026 exam and counselling cycle has already concluded as of this writing, with the academic session set to begin shortly after.
NUJS Kolkata Admission 2026 (UG)
NUJS UG admission 2026 is exclusively through CLAT. No direct admission, management quota, or lateral entry exists for either five year integrated programme. Both B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) and B.Sc. LL.B. (Hons.) are compulsory residential programmes for first year students, with hostel accommodation mandatory in year one.
NUJS Kolkata Admission 2026 (PG)
NUJS LL.M. admission 2026 is based on CLAT PG scores. The LL.M. runs for one year across two semesters and offers five specialisation streams: Corporate and Commercial Law, Criminal and Security Law, International and Comparative Law, Law and Technology, and Intellectual Property Law. Once CLAT counselling rounds are completed, NUJS issues a separate notification for any remaining vacant LL.M. seats.
NUJS Kolkata Admission 2026 (Ph.D.)
NUJS Ph.D. admission is for full time doctoral research in Law. Candidates must hold an LL.M. with at least 55% marks and submit a research proposal with the application. Shortlisted candidates present their proposal before the university's doctoral committee and attend an interview. Ph.D. admission notifications are published on nujs.edu, and the official site does not list a fixed annual intake figure, so I am not estimating one here.
NUJS Kolkata Admission Process 2026
The NUJS admission process operates through two channels: the Consortium of NLUs for CLAT based UG and PG admissions, and NUJS directly for NRI seats, Ph.D., and any vacant seat admissions. The step by step process for CLAT based admissions is as follows.
Step 1: Appear for CLAT 2026: Candidates must appear for CLAT UG for admission to B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) and B.Sc. LL.B. (Hons.) programmes. LL.M. applicants must qualify CLAT PG.
Step 2: Register for CLAT Counselling: After the declaration of CLAT results, candidates must register for counselling and select NUJS among their preferred National Law Universities.
Step 3: Seat Allotment: Seats are allotted based on CLAT All India Rank, category, and counselling preferences. Candidates allotted a seat at NUJS must choose Freeze, Float, or Exit within the prescribed timeline.
Step 4: Pay the Confirmation Fee: Candidates choosing Freeze or Float must pay the confirmation fee to hold their seat.
Step 5: Complete Document Verification: Candidates must upload required documents for verification and pay the remaining university fee by the round specific deadline.
Step 6: Report to NUJS Campus: Final document verification and fee settlement happen at the NUJS campus during orientation week.
Step 7: Admission Against Vacant Seats: If seats remain vacant after the fifth counselling round, NUJS releases separate notifications for admission based on CLAT merit.
NUJS Kolkata Admission 2026 Documents Required
- Class 10 Marksheet and Certificate
- Class 12 Marksheet and Certificate
- Qualifying Degree Certificate and Marksheets (for PG and Ph.D.)
- Valid CLAT or CLAT PG Scorecard
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B/PwD, if applicable)
- West Bengal Domicile Certificate (for GC-WB quota, if applicable)
- Passport size Photographs (recent)
- Valid ID Proof (Aadhaar or PAN)
- Migration Certificate (for candidates from boards or universities outside West Bengal)
NUJS Kolkata Admission 2026 FAQs
What is the NUJS Kolkata admission 2026 process?
The NUJS admission 2026 process for UG and LL.M. programmes is based on CLAT or CLAT PG scores. Candidates must participate in Consortium counselling, complete seat allotment formalities, verify documents, and pay the prescribed admission fee to confirm their seat.
What are the NUJS Kolkata admission 2026 fees?
The NUJS admission 2026 fees for the first year are approximately INR 3,51,900 for B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) and approximately INR 4,51,900 for B.Sc. LL.B. (Hons.), inclusive of hostel and mess. The LL.M. first semester fee is INR 1,30,300.
What is the NUJS Kolkata admission 2026 eligibility?
For NUJS admission 2026, candidates applying for UG programmes must have completed 10+2 with the required marks and qualified CLAT UG. LL.M. applicants must hold an LL.B. degree and a valid CLAT PG score to be considered for admission.
Is there a separate NUJS Kolkata admission 2026 application form?
No, NUJS admission 2026 for UG and LL.M. programmes is conducted through CLAT counselling. Candidates allotted seats must complete the university admission formalities after counselling. Separate application processes apply only to NRI seats and Ph.D. admission.
How many seats are available through NUJS Kolkata admission 2026?
Through NUJS admission 2026, the university offers 100 seats for B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), 52 seats for B.Sc. LL.B. (Hons.), and 100 seats for LL.M., with additional NRI seats admitted separately by the university.
Where can candidates check their NUJS Kolkata admission 2026 status?
Candidates can check their NUJS admission 2026 status through the Consortium of NLUs counselling portal for CLAT based admissions. Updates regarding NRI admissions and direct vacant seat notifications are available on the official NUJS website.