After CLAT counselling rounds and institutional admissions conclude, several National Law Universities (NLUs) may release vacant seat notifications, spot admission rounds, waiting list movement updates, category vacancy notices, or institutional counselling announcements.
Since every NLU releases updates independently, students often miss opportunities due to scattered information and short timelines.
This page is designed as a centralized NLU-wise vacant seat tracker where updates for every university can be added separately whenever notifications are released. Each university has its own compact update section so students can quickly check admission status without confusion.
Students are advised to revisit this page regularly during the admission season.
National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
National Law Institute University (NLIU), Bhopal
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
The West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences (WBNUJS), Kolkata
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
National Law University, Jodhpur
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
Gujarat National Law University (GNLU), Gandhinagar
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
Hidayatullah National Law University (HNLU), Raipur
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University (RMLNLU), Lucknow
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
National University of Advanced Legal Studies (NUALS), Kochi
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
Rajiv Gandhi National Law University (RGNUL), Patiala
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
Chanakya National Law University (CNLU), Patna
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
National Law University Delhi (NLU Delhi)
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University (DSNLU), Visakhapatnam
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
National Law University Odisha (NLUO), Cuttack
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
National University of Study and Research in Law (NUSRL), Ranchi
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
National Law University and Judicial Academy (NLUJAA), Assam
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
Tamil Nadu National Law University (TNNLU), Tiruchirappalli
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU), Mumbai
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU), Nagpur
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
Himachal Pradesh National Law University (HPNLU), Shimla
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU), Aurangabad
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
Dharmashastra National Law University (DNLU), Jabalpur
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Law University (DBRANLU), Sonipat
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
National Law University Tripura (NLUT), Agartala
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
Gujarat National Law University, Silvassa Campus
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
National Law University Meghalaya, Shillong
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
Dr. Rajendra Prasad National Law University (RPNLU), Prayagraj
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
India International University of Legal Education and Research (IIULER), Goa
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — No vacant seat notification yet
Example of How Future Updates Can Be Added
Vacancy Updates
Round 1 — UG Vacancy Round (12 seats) • Released: 15 June 2026 • Last Date: 18 June 2026 • Status: Closed
Round 2 — Spot Admission Round (4 seats) • Released: 22 June 2026 • Last Date: 25 June 2026 • Status: Active
Important Instructions for Students
Students applying through vacant seat notifications, spot admissions, or institutional counselling rounds should remain prepared in advance. Since vacancy rounds are often conducted within short timelines, preparation becomes extremely important.
Keep These Documents Ready
Document
Purpose
CLAT/AILET scorecard
Admission verification
Class 10 and 12 marksheets
Eligibility verification
Category certificate (if applicable)
Reservation benefit
Domicile certificate (if applicable)
State quota eligibility
Passport-size photographs
Admission process requirement
Government ID proof
Identity verification
Migration/Transfer Certificate
University admission formalities
Things Students Should Do
Task
Why It Matters
Check this page regularly
Vacancy notices may be released anytime
Keep scanned documents ready
Faster application process
Track university notifications
Institutions release updates independently
Apply early
Avoid last-minute issues
Monitor emails and calls
Admission communication may be time-sensitive
Mistakes Students Should Avoid
Mistake
Why Avoid It
Waiting till last day
Deadlines may be missed
Ignoring newer or mid-tier NLUs
Vacancies may later shift upward
Assuming only one round happens
Multiple notifications may be released
Applying casually
Admission timelines are strict
Missing document preparation
Delays admission confirmation
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do all NLUs release vacant seat notifications?
Not necessarily. Some universities may fill seats during counselling itself, while others may conduct one or more vacancy or spot admission rounds depending on withdrawals and seat availability.
Can one NLU release multiple vacancy notifications?
Yes. Several universities release more than one vacant seat notification depending on admissions, withdrawals, category conversion, or waiting list movement.
Are vacant seats filled based on CLAT rank?
Generally yes. However, admission criteria depend on institutional rules and the specific notification issued by the university.
Will reserved category seats remain reserved?
Not always. Some universities may convert unfilled category seats according to their admission rules.
How often should students check for updates?
Students should ideally check daily during admission season because vacancy notifications may open and close quickly.
Can students apply to multiple NLUs simultaneously?
Yes. Eligible students may apply to multiple institutions wherever vacant seat notifications are released.
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