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About Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Law [BALLB] {Hons.}
National Law University Jodhpur (NLUJ) offers a 5-year integrated Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws (Hons.), one of India’s premier law degrees. Admission is through CLAT, with a total programme fee of INR 14,47,000 for general category students over five years. NLUJ is consistently ranked among the top National Law Universities and is known for placements in leading Indian and international law firms.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open August 2026 (Tentative).
NLUJ BA LLB Fees 2027
| Component | General Quota | NRI Quota |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | INR 3,05,000 | INR 12,77,000 |
| Year 2 | INR 2,78,000 | INR 13,20,000 |
| Year 3 | INR 2,83,000 | INR 13,80,000 |
| Year 4 | INR 2,88,000 | INR 14,40,000 |
| Year 5 | INR 2,93,000 | INR 15,00,000 |
| Total Fees | INR 14,47,000 | INR 69,17,000 |
- Fee figures are as per the 2026 academic year notification published by NLUJ.
- Year 1 general quota fee includes other charges of INR 1,30,000 compared to INR 98,000 in subsequent years.
- Hostel and mess charges are payable separately and are not included in the above totals.
NLUJ BA LLB Admission 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CLAT 2027 Registration Opens | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| CLAT 2027 Registration Closes | November 2026 (Tentative) |
| CLAT 2027 Exam | December 2026 (Tentative) |
| CLAT 2027 Result | December 2026 (Tentative) |
| CLAT 2027 Counselling Registration | January 2027 (Tentative) |
| CLAT Round 1 Seat Allotment | January 2027 (Tentative) |
- CLAT 2027 dates are extrapolated from the CLAT 2026 schedule and subject to official announcement by the Consortium of NLUs.
- Counselling requires candidates to register separately on consortiumofnlus.ac.in after the CLAT result.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board with any stream.
- Minimum 45% aggregate in Class 12 for general category candidates.
- SC/ST category candidates require a minimum of 40% aggregate in Class 12.
- Valid CLAT score and participation in Consortium counselling are mandatory for admission to NLUJ.
Admission Process
- Register and appear for CLAT on the official Consortium portal at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
- Qualify CLAT with a competitive rank in the merit list applicable for NLU admissions.
- Register for CLAT counselling after result declaration and fill a minimum of 15 NLU preferences, including NLUJ.
- Accept the NLUJ seat allotted in any counselling round and pay the seat acceptance fee within the deadline.
- Report to NLUJ Jodhpur with original documents for verification and formal enrolment.
✓ Opt for this if
- Targeting a career in top Indian law firms or corporate litigation.
- CLAT rank is competitive enough for a premier NLU but not top 2 or 3.
- Aiming for international law careers or cross-border dispute resolution roles.
- Value Jodhpur’s lower cost of living compared to Delhi or Mumbai law schools.
✗ Skip if
- CLAT rank is strong enough for NLSIU Bangalore or NLU Delhi admission.
- Prefer a metro-based campus for stronger alumni networking opportunities.
- Seeking a law school with broader international moot and exchange programmes.
NLUJ BA LLB Placement 2026
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average Package | INR 18 LPA |
| Highest Domestic Package | INR 22.5 LPA (Khaitan and Co.) |
| International Package | GBP 56,000 |
| Students Placed | 95 of 105 eligible |
| Placement Rate | 90%+ |
| Top Recruiters | Khaitan and Co. Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas AZB Partners Trilegal CMS IndusLaw |
NLUJ BA LLB Scholarships 2027
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NLUJ Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | Full tuition fee refund | Top 2 students per batch with family income below INR 8 Lakhs and CGPA 6.0 or above |
| NLUJ Need-Based Scholarship (Years 3 to 5) | INR 50,000 per year | Students in 3rd to 5th year with family income below INR 8 Lakhs |
| Aditya Birla Scholarship | Full tuition fee | Top 15 to 20 CLAT-ranked students across premier NLUs |
| IDIA Scholarship | Tuition, hostel, and mess covered | Socio-economically disadvantaged candidates identified through IDIA selection |
- NRI-sponsored category students are not eligible for NLUJ internal merit-cum-means scholarships.
- Students must apply separately for Aditya Birla and IDIA scholarships through their respective portals.
As mentioned, NLU Jodhpur offers admission to BALLB {Hons.} program based on CLAT rank. NLU Jodhpur CLAT Cutoff 2026 rank is 340 for the General category. Further, CLAT cutoff rank is 1411 for OBC , 4072 for SC , 6042 for ST and 942 for EWS category. Check NLU Jodhpur Cutoff
NLU Jodhpur BALLB {Hons.} Cutoff Year-wise Trends
The section below shows year-wise trends in NLU Jodhpur BALLB {Hons.} Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the NLU Jodhpur BALLB {Hons.} program in 2026 was closed at the 19547 rank , whereas in 2025, the closing rank was 39868 across all categories.
| Catgories | Cutoff rank 2026 | Cutoff rank 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| General | 310 | 357 |
| OBC | 1273 | 1699 |
| SC | 4042 | 4659 |
| ST | 5907 | 5876 |
| EWS | 868 | 910 |
| GeneralPwD | 6767 | 7286 |
| MBC | 6075 | 7179 |
| OBCPwD | 8960 | 7880 |
| SCPwD | 16383 | 16117 |
| STPwD | 19547 | 39868 |
According to an external review site Ranking 2025, NLU Jodhpur ranks 4 out of 98 colleges in India and 1st in state Rajasthan for its BALLB {Hons.} program.
- 7 out of 38 under The Week Law Ranking 2025.
- 10 out of 30 under NIRF Law Ranking 2022.
- 5 out of 13 under Outlook Law Ranking 2024.
- 9 out of 40 under IIRF Law Ranking 2025.
Read more on NLU Jodhpur Rankings here
NLUJ BA LLB FAQs
Ques. What CLAT rank is required for BA LLB admission at NLUJ?
Ans. The CLAT cutoff rank for NLUJ BA LLB (Hons.) varies each year by category. General category candidates typically need a rank in the range of 200 to 600, depending on the year and counselling round. SC/ST and OBC candidates benefit from lower cutoffs per the reservation policy. Candidates should check CLAT counselling allotment data from previous years on consortiumofnlus.ac.in for reference.
Ques. What is the total fee for BA LLB at NLUJ?
Ans. The total fee for the 5-year BA LLB (Hons.) at NLUJ for general category students is INR 14,47,000, with annual fees ranging from INR 2,78,000 to INR 3,05,000. NRI quota students pay a total of INR 69,17,000 over five years. Hostel and mess charges are separate from the listed programme fees.
Ques. What are the placement prospects after BA LLB from NLUJ?
Ans. NLUJ BA LLB graduates recorded an average package of INR 18 LPA and a highest domestic offer of INR 22.5 LPA from Khaitan and Co. in the 2025 placement season. The international package peaked at GBP 56,000. About 95 of 105 eligible students were placed, with top recruiters including Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas, AZB Partners, and Trilegal.
Ques. Does NLUJ offer scholarships for BA LLB students?
Ans. NLUJ offers a merit-cum-means scholarship covering full tuition fee refund for the top 2 students per batch with family income below INR 8 Lakhs and minimum CGPA of 6.0. Students in years 3 to 5 with income below INR 8 Lakhs can receive INR 50,000 per year. External options include the Aditya Birla Scholarship and the IDIA Scholarship for disadvantaged candidates.
Ques. Is hostel accommodation provided for BA LLB students at NLUJ?
Ans. NLUJ provides on-campus hostel accommodation for BA LLB students. Hostel and mess charges are not included in the programme fee and are payable separately. For current hostel availability, allocation process, and fee details, candidates should refer to the official NLUJ website or contact the admissions office before joining.
Ques. How is BA LLB different from BBA LLB at NLUJ?
Ans. BA LLB (Hons.) at NLUJ integrates arts subjects like history, political science, and economics with legal studies, making it well-suited for constitutional law, litigation, and public policy careers. BBA LLB (Hons.) pairs business administration with law, targeting corporate law and commercial litigation. Both are 5-year programmes admitted through CLAT with identical fee structures and eligibility criteria at NLUJ.