Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Law [BALLB] {Hons.}
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About Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Law [BALLB] {Hons.}
Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University (DSNLU), Visakhapatnam offers a 5-year integrated BA LLB (Hons) through CLAT-UG, with 132 seats. The programme combines undergraduate humanities with rigorous legal education at an Andhra Pradesh NLU located in one of India’s prominent coastal cities. First-year fees, including hostel and mess, total INR 3.72 Lakhs. CLAT cutoff at DSNLU ranges from rank 17399 to 47102 across categories.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open August 2026 (Tentative).
DSNLU BA LLB Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per annum) | INR 1,10,000 |
| Academic Facilities Fee (Year 1) | INR 1,19,000 |
| Examination Fee (Year 1) | INR 9,000 |
| Hostel Rent and Amenities (per annum) | INR 57,000 |
| Mess Charges (per annum) | INR 42,000 |
| Admission Fee (one-time) | INR 10,000 |
| Refundable Security Deposit (one-time) | INR 25,000 |
| Total (Year 1, including hostel and mess) | INR 3,72,000 |
- Non-tuition fees increase by 10% each academic year from Year 2 onward.
- Refundable security deposit of INR 25,000 is returned at the end of the five-year course.
- Mess charges are actual monthly expenses and may vary based on consumption.
DSNLU BA LLB Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CLAT-UG Registration Opens | Aug 1, 2025 |
| CLAT-UG Registration Closes | Oct 31, 2025 |
| CLAT-UG Admit Card Released | Nov 22, 2025 |
| CLAT-UG Examination | Dec 7, 2025 |
| CLAT-UG Answer Key Released | Dec 10, 2025 |
| CLAT-UG Result Declared | Dec 16, 2025 |
| Consortium Counselling Registration | Dec 17 to Dec 27, 2025 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | Jan 7, 2026 |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | Jan 22, 2026 |
| Round 3 Seat Allotment | Feb 5, 2026 |
| Round 4 Final Allotment | May 2, 2026 |
| University Fee Payment Deadline | May 30, 2026 |
| Class Commencement | July 2026 |
- CLAT-UG is the sole admission gateway for DSNLU BA LLB.
- Candidates who Freeze in Rounds 1 to 3 must pay the university fee by April 24, 2026.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board
- Minimum 45% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination (40% for SC/ST candidates)
- Valid CLAT-UG score obtained through the Consortium of NLUs examination
- Maximum age limit as notified by the Bar Council of India in current guidelines
Admission Process
- Register for CLAT-UG on the Consortium portal between August 1 and October 31, 2025
- Appear for the CLAT-UG examination conducted on December 7, 2025
- After the result, register for Consortium counselling between December 17 and 27, 2025
- Fill college preferences listing DSNLU and participate in up to four allotment rounds
- Accept the seat by choosing Freeze, Float, or Exit and pay the confirmation fee
- Complete document verification at DSNLU campus and report before Class Commencement
✓ Opt for this if
- You want an integrated law degree from an NLU in coastal Andhra Pradesh
- Your CLAT rank falls in the range of 17399 to 47102 and DSNLU is a fit
- You plan to build a legal career in Andhra Pradesh or Telangana region
- You prefer a smaller NLU with an accessible CLAT cutoff for admission
✗ Skip if
- You have a strong CLAT rank below 17399 and can target a top-10 NLU
- You need strong national brand recognition for top-tier law firm placements
- A large metro city campus for networking and internship access is a priority
- You prefer a college with established alumni networks in Mumbai or Delhi
DSNLU BA LLB Placement 2025
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Placement Rate | 90% (45 of 50 students) |
| Average Package | INR 6 to 7 LPA |
| Highest Package | INR 25 LPA |
- Placement figures are based on aggregated data and may reflect a partial batch.
- Many graduates pursue litigation, judicial services, or higher studies alongside campus placements.
DSNLU BA LLB Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | As per AP state norms | SC/ST students domiciled in Andhra Pradesh |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship | As per Central Government norms | SC/ST/OBC/Minority students with annual family income below scheme threshold |
| Merit-cum-Means Waiver (VC Discretion) | Partial fee concession | Financially needy students with strong academic performance |
- All government scholarship applications must be submitted on the National Scholarship Portal before the annual deadline.
- Students should confirm current scheme availability with the DSNLU financial aid office.
As mentioned, DSNLU offers admission to BALLB {Hons.} program based on CLAT rank. DSNLU CLAT Cutoff 2025 rank is 1682 for the General category. Further, CLAT cutoff rank is 9330 for SC , 15632 for ST , 3813 for OBC and 2571 for EWS category. Check DSNLU Cutoff
DSNLU BALLB {Hons.} Cutoff Year-wise Trends
The section below shows year-wise trends in DSNLU BALLB {Hons.} Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the DSNLU BALLB {Hons.} program in 2025 was closed at the 47102 rank , whereas in 2024, the closing rank was 38137 across all categories.
| Catgories | Cutoff rank 2025 | Cutoff rank 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| General | 1489 | 1233 |
| SC | 9240 | |
| ST | 13834 | 15875 |
| OBC | 3398 | 2459 |
| EWS | 1872 | 1731 |
| BC A | ||
| BC B | ||
| BC D | 9404 | |
| BC E | ||
| GeneralPwD | 42139 | |
| OBC B | 11801 | -|
| OBC C | - | |
| OBCPwD | 38119 | 34169 |
| STPwD | 38897 | -|
| General Defence Personnel | - | |
| EWSPwD | 45940 | -
According to an external review site Ranking 2025, DSNLU ranks 69 out of 98 colleges in India and 2nd in state Andhra Pradesh for its BALLB {Hons.} program.
- 7 out of 8 under India Today Law Ranking 2025.
- 33 out of 40 under IIRF Law Ranking 2025.
- 39 out of 39 under NIRF Law Ranking 2024.
Read more on DSNLU Rankings here
DSNLU BA LLB FAQs
Ques. What is the fee structure for the 5-year BA LLB programme at DSNLU?
Ans. The first-year total fee at DSNLU for the BA LLB (Hons) programme is INR 3.72 Lakhs, which covers tuition (INR 1.10 Lakhs), academic facilities (INR 1.19 Lakhs), examination (INR 9,000), hostel (INR 57,000), mess (INR 42,000), and one-time admission and security deposits totalling INR 35,000. Non-tuition fees increase by 10% annually from Year 2. The security deposit of INR 25,000 is refundable at the end of the course.
Ques. How many seats are there in the DSNLU BA LLB and what is the CLAT cutoff?
Ans. DSNLU offers 132 seats in the BA LLB (Hons) programme. Admission is through CLAT-UG, with the 2026 cutoff ranging from rank 17399 to 47102 across all categories. This indicates that the programme is accessible to a wide range of CLAT aspirants, including those who may not secure seats at higher-ranked NLUs. Exact cutoffs vary by round and category and should be verified from the Consortium counselling data.
Ques. What career paths do DSNLU BA LLB graduates typically pursue?
Ans. DSNLU BA LLB graduates pursue careers in litigation at the Andhra Pradesh High Court and district courts, corporate law roles, government legal services, banking and financial institutions, and judicial services examinations. Around 90% of the most recent graduating batch secured placements, with an average package of INR 6 to 7 LPA and a highest package of INR 25 LPA. Several graduates also pursue LLM or civil services after completing the degree.
Ques. Is hostel accommodation mandatory for DSNLU BA LLB students?
Ans. Hostel accommodation at DSNLU is not mandatory and is available at INR 57,000 per annum for students who wish to live on campus. Mess charges of INR 42,000 per year are additional. Students who are from Visakhapatnam or nearby areas may choose to commute. Those from outside Andhra Pradesh are advised to apply for hostel accommodation early, as availability is subject to seat capacity.
Ques. Does DSNLU reserve seats for domicile candidates in the BA LLB programme?
Ans. DSNLU is a Central Government-funded National Law University and its BA LLB admissions are conducted through the national CLAT-UG process. Seats are not reserved exclusively for Andhra Pradesh domicile candidates. However, state government scholarships and fee concessions are available to AP domicile students belonging to SC/ST and OBC categories who apply through the respective state scholarship portals.