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About Master of Laws [L.L.M.]
Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University (DSNLU), Visakhapatnam offers a 1-year full-time LLM with 66 seats, admitting students through CLAT-PG. The programme covers postgraduate legal specialisations and is located in Andhra Pradesh’s primary coastal city. DSNLU follows Consortium of NLUs counselling for LLM admissions and charges a total fee of INR 4.05 Lakhs for the year.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open August 2026 (Tentative).
DSNLU LLM Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | INR 2,10,000 |
| Academic and Other Charges | INR 1,95,000 |
| Total Fees | INR 4,05,000 |
- Hostel accommodation is available at INR 35,000 per annum and is charged separately.
- Fee structure may be revised annually and students should verify the final amount on the official DSNLU notification.
DSNLU LLM Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CLAT-PG Registration Opens | Aug 1, 2025 |
| CLAT-PG Registration Closes | Oct 31, 2025 |
| CLAT-PG Admit Card Released | Nov 22, 2025 |
| CLAT-PG Examination | Dec 7, 2025 |
| CLAT-PG 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-PG cutoff rank at DSNLU ranged from 2215 to 14335 across categories in 2025.
- Candidates paying the university fee by April 24, 2026 secure the Freeze benefit for Rounds 1 to 3.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- LLB degree or equivalent recognised by the Bar Council of India
- Minimum 55% aggregate marks in the qualifying degree (50% for SC/ST and OBC candidates)
- Valid CLAT-PG score secured in the Consortium of NLUs examination
Admission Process
- Register and appear for CLAT-PG conducted by the Consortium of NLUs
- Check the result and register for centralised counselling between Dec 17 and Dec 27, 2025
- Fill college and specialisation preferences listing DSNLU among your choices
- Participate in four seat allotment rounds and choose to Freeze, Float, or Exit
- Pay the DSNLU confirmation fee within the deadline after receiving a seat
- Complete document verification and report to campus before Class Commencement in July 2026
✓ Opt for this if
- You want to pursue LLM from an NLU in Andhra Pradesh within one year
- Your CLAT-PG rank is between 2215 and 14335 and DSNLU fits your preference
- You prefer a coastal city campus in Visakhapatnam for postgraduate study
- You plan to practise litigation in Andhra Pradesh courts after the degree
✗ Skip if
- You have a CLAT-PG rank below 2215 and can target a higher-ranked NLU
- You need strong on-campus placement infrastructure for corporate law firm roles
- You prefer LLM programmes in metro cities with dense law firm presence
- You expect extensive alumni network support for career placements
DSNLU LLM Placement 2025
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Students Placed (2024 to 2025) | 5 students |
| Median Package | INR 10 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | Dentons Link Legal TLH Advocates and Solicitors |
- LLM placement numbers reflect a small cohort and may vary significantly year to year.
DSNLU LLM Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh State SC/ST Scholarship | As per AP government norms | SC/ST students domiciled in Andhra Pradesh |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship | As per scheme norms | Students from SC/ST/OBC/Minority categories with family income below scheme threshold |
| Merit-cum-Means Fee Waiver | Partial fee waiver | Academically meritorious students with demonstrated financial need |
- All government scholarship applications must be submitted via the National Scholarship Portal before the deadline.
- LLM students should approach the DSNLU administrative office for institution-level financial concession requests.
As mentioned, DSNLU offers admission to L.L.M program based on CLAT-PG rank. DSNLU CLAT-PG Cutoff 2025 rank is 2215 for the General category. Further, CLAT-PG cutoff rank is 12205 for SC , 9321 for ST , 3396 for OBC and 3154 for EWS category. Check DSNLU Cutoff
DSNLU L.L.M Cutoff Year-wise Trends
The section below shows year-wise trends in DSNLU L.L.M Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the DSNLU L.L.M program in 2025 was closed at the 14335 rank , whereas in 2024, the closing rank was 11467 across all categories.
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| Catgories | Cutoff rank 2025 | Cutoff rank 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| General | 1265 | |
| SC | 4181 | 4242 |
| ST | 5944 | |
| OBC | 2330 | 2534 |
| EWS | 1325 | 1416 |
| BC A | 6517 | |
| BC B | 6316 | |
| BC D | ||
| EWS NCC | ||
| GeneralPwD | 14003 | |
| BC E | 12241 | |
| OBC B | 6256 | |
| OBC D | ||
| OBC E |
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 L.L.M 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 LLM FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for the LLM programme at DSNLU Visakhapatnam?
Ans. The total fee for the 1-year full-time LLM at DSNLU is INR 4.05 Lakhs, covering tuition of INR 2.10 Lakhs and academic and other charges of INR 1.95 Lakhs. Hostel accommodation is available separately at INR 35,000 per year. Students should confirm the final fee structure through the official DSNLU admission notification before joining.
Ques. How many seats are available in the DSNLU LLM programme?
Ans. DSNLU Visakhapatnam offers 66 seats in its 1-year full-time LLM programme. Seats are allotted through the Consortium of NLUs centralised counselling process based on CLAT-PG merit. The wide cutoff range of 2215 to 14335 across categories indicates that seats are accessible to candidates across a broad rank band, making DSNLU an option worth listing in counselling preferences.
Ques. What is the CLAT-PG cutoff for DSNLU and how competitive is admission?
Ans. The CLAT-PG cutoff rank for DSNLU ranged from 2215 to 14335 across all categories in the 2025 counselling cycle. This is a relatively wide range, indicating that the university is accessible to candidates who may not qualify for top-ranked NLUs. Cutoffs vary by round, category, and year and should be verified from the official Consortium counselling data before planning your preference list.
Ques. What are the career outcomes for LLM graduates from DSNLU?
Ans. DSNLU LLM graduates have been placed at firms such as Dentons Link Legal and TLH Advocates and Solicitors, with a reported median package of INR 10 LPA for the 2024 to 2025 batch. The programme’s location in Visakhapatnam provides exposure to Andhra Pradesh High Court proceedings and regional legal practice. Many graduates also pursue litigation, corporate legal advisory, or academic careers after the degree.
Ques. Does DSNLU accept applications from candidates outside Andhra Pradesh for the LLM?
Ans. Yes, DSNLU accepts candidates from across India for the LLM programme through the CLAT-PG national admission process. The Consortium of NLUs counselling is a merit-based national system and does not impose domicile restrictions for LLM admissions. However, candidates from Andhra Pradesh may have an advantage in accessing state scholarship schemes and regional legal networks after graduation.
Ques. Is hostel accommodation guaranteed for LLM students at DSNLU?
Ans. DSNLU provides hostel facilities at INR 35,000 per academic year, but accommodation is subject to availability and is typically allocated on the order of admission confirmation. Students are advised to apply for hostel accommodation at the earliest date after receiving their seat allotment. Priority may be given to students who are not from Visakhapatnam or nearby locations.