Maharashtra National Law University (MNLU), Nagpur has invited applications for admission to its B.A. LL.B. (Honours in Adjudication and Justicing) programme for the academic year 2026–27. Eligible candidates who appeared in CLAT 2026 can apply online before June 5, 2026.
About BA LLB (Honours in Adjudication and Justicing) at MNLU Nagpur
MNLU Nagpur launched the B.A. LL.B. (Honours in Adjudication and Justicing) programme to improve the quality of legal education and judicial training in India. The programme is recognised by the Bar Council of India (BCI) and focuses on practical legal education, judiciary-oriented training, mock trials, clinical legal education, and field exposure.
The five-year residential law programme is designed to equip students with critical legal thinking and practical understanding for careers in litigation, judiciary, and legal practice.
About the Programme
The university is offering:
B.A. LL.B. (Honours in Adjudication and Justicing)
This is a five-year integrated residential law programme focusing on:
- Judicial and legal reasoning
- Mock trials and practical training
- Clinical legal education
- Social and legal problem-solving
- Entry-level judiciary preparation
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfil the following conditions:
- Must have appeared in CLAT 2026
- Must have completed Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent examination
- Minimum 45% marks for Unreserved/OBC/SBC/EWS categories
- Minimum 40% marks for SC/ST/NT (A, B, C, D)/PWD categories
- Must be an Indian citizen
- Candidate should not be more than 20 years of age as on the date of application
Seat Intake and Reservation Policy
The total intake for the programme is:
60 Seats
Category-Wise Reservation
| Category | Seats |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Castes (SC) – Maharashtra | 08 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) – Maharashtra | 04 |
| De-notified Tribes (A) | 02 |
| Nomadic Tribes (B) | 02 |
| Nomadic Tribes (C) | 02 |
| Nomadic Tribes (D) | 01 |
| Special Backward Class (SBC) | 01 |
| OBC – Maharashtra | 11 |
| EWS – Maharashtra | 06 |
| SEBC – Maharashtra | 06 |
| Unreserved | 17 |
| Total | 60 |
Horizontal Reservation
The university also provides:
- 5% reservation for Specially Abled Persons (SAP/PWD)
- 30% reservation for women candidates
- 5% reservation for wards of servicemen/ex-servicemen of Maharashtra
Fee Structure
One-Time Fees at Admission
| Particulars | Amount |
|---|---|
| Admission Fee | Rs. 3,000 |
| Library Caution Money (Refundable) | Rs. 20,000 |
| Hostel Caution Money (Refundable) | Rs. 20,000 |
| Mess Caution Money (Refundable) | Rs. 20,000 |
Annual Fee
| Particulars | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | Rs. 1,85,000 |
| Student Welfare | Rs. 3,000 |
| Library, Database & Publications | Rs. 18,000 |
| Moot Court, Seminar & Others | Rs. 6,000 |
| Recreation Facility | Rs. 6,000 |
| Internet Charges | Rs. 6,000 |
| Examination & Evaluation | Rs. 8,000 |
| Hostel Accommodation | Rs. 45,000 |
| Mess Charges (Approx.) | Rs. 45,000 |
| Approx. Total Annual Cost | Rs. 3,85,000 |
Admission Process
The admission process consists of multiple stages.
Stage 1: Online Application
Candidates must apply online and upload required documents.
Stage 2: Screening & Shortlisting
CLAT 2026 Rank-Based Shortlisting
A total of 400 candidates will be shortlisted category-wise based on CLAT 2026 rank at a 1:7 ratio.
Psychometric Test
Shortlisted candidates will appear for an online psychometric test, after which 240 candidates will be shortlisted for the next stage at a 1:4 ratio.
Group Discussion (GD)
Candidates shortlisted after the psychometric test will participate in online group discussions.
A total of 180 candidates will be shortlisted for the next stage.
Personal Interaction (PI)
Final shortlisted candidates will appear for Personal Interaction (PI) before a panel including:
- Hon’ble Judges of the High Court
- Academicians
- Psychologists/Counsellors
Documents Required
Candidates need to upload:
- Passport size photograph
- CLAT 2026 scorecard
- Caste certificate (for Maharashtra candidates)
- Non-creamy layer certificate (if applicable)
- EWS certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-servicemen ward certificate/documents (if applicable)
Application Fee
Candidates must pay:
- Rs. 1,500 for Unreserved candidates
- Rs. 1,000 for Reserved category and PWD candidates
Important Dates
| Particulars | Date |
|---|---|
| Admission Notification | 26 May 2026 |
| Online Applications Start | 26 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 05 June 2026 |
| 1st Shortlist Based on CLAT Rank | 10 June 2026 |
| Psychometric Test | 12 June 2026 |
| 2nd Shortlist | 16 June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Group Discussion (Online) | 22–23 June 2026 |
| 3rd Shortlist | 26 June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Personal Interaction (On Campus) | 04–05 July 2026 |
| Result Publication | 07 July 2026 |
| Orientation & Document Verification | 13 July 2026 |
| Classes Commence | 14 July 2026 |
How to Apply
Candidates may register online through the university admission portal:
Click here to visit Application Portal
Contact Details
Email:
admission@nlunagpur.ac.in
admission_jus@nlunagpur.ac.in
Phone:
9112032233 / 0712-2812635
Conclusion
Candidates interested in judiciary-focused legal education and practical legal training may consider applying for the B.A. LL.B. (Honours in Adjudication and Justicing) programme at MNLU Nagpur. Since admissions involve multiple stages including CLAT merit, psychometric tests, group discussions, and personal interaction, applicants should prepare and apply before the deadline.
