NUJS Kolkata Admission 2025: Courses, Eligibility, Selection and Cutoff

NUJS Kolkata admissions are ongoing and offer a 5-year integrated B.A./B.Sc. LL.B (Hons.), 1-year LL.M, M.Phil, Ph.D, and LL.D degree programs. The University also offers several diploma and certificate programs.

  • Candidates applying to BA LLB/B.Sc LLB and LLM programs will be based on their performance in the CLAT entrance exam.
  • For UG programs, the candidates must have passed 10+2 and for PG programs they must have completed their Bachelor’s degree.
  • For M.Phil and PhD, the candidates will have to appear for an entrance test and interview session.
  • For PhD, the basic eligibility criteria is that they should have done a Master’s degree in Law.

NUJS Kolkata BA/B.Sc LLB Admission 2025

The NUJS Kolkata provides 5 years of full-time BA/B.Sc LLB admission.

Courses Fees Eligibility Admission Criteria
B.A. LLB(Hons.) INR 13.34 lakhs(Total Fees) 10+2 examinations with a minimum of 45% marks CLAT Entrance Exam
B.Sc. LLB (Hons) INR 16.44 lakhs(Total Fees)

Eligibility & Selection Criteria

  • Candidates need to clear 10+2 examinations with a minimum of 45% marks.
  • A relaxation of 5% marks is given to the candidates belonging to the reserved category.
  • The selection process of the candidates aspiring to get admission to BA/B.Sc LLB and LLM programs are based on their performance in the CLAT entrance exam.
  • That performance is evaluated, based on which, a merit list is prepared. Qualifying candidates proceed with the admission process to their desired courses.

NUJS BA/B.Sc LLB Cutoff 2024

NUJS, CLAT Cutoff 2024 for the General Category is listed below. The overall cutoff rank for CLAT is 262 - 998.

Courses Round I Round II Round III Round IV
BA. LLB (Hons.) 262 275 1,010 279
B.Sc LL.B (Hons.) 998 - 1,010 -

NUJS Kolkata LLM Admissions 2025

The University offers LLM as a 1-year postgraduate course. The LL.M. program comprises a range of compulsory and optional courses and a dissertation to be completed within a time frame of two semesters.

Courses Fees Eligibility Admission Criteria
LLM INR 2.08 lakhs Graduated/Passed LLB with 50% aggregate marks CLAT Entrance Exam + PI

Eligibility & Selection Criteria

  • Candidates need to have a bachelor’s degree in Law and they need to have a minimum of 55% aggregate marks from a recognized university.
  • They must have appeared for CLAT.
  • Eligible candidates need to sit for the entrance test and shortlisted candidates need to appear for the Interview.
  • Those who qualify both the entrance test and Interview will then be called at the university head to complete the formalities of the admission process.

NUJS LLM Cutoff 2025

NUJS, CLAT PG Cutoff 2024 for the General Category is listed below. The overall cutoff rank for CLAT PG is 452.

Courses 2024 Cutoff by Rank 2023 Cutoff by Rank 2022 Cutoff by Rank
LLM 452 438 440

NUJS Kolkata M.Sc Admission 2025

The Institution also provides Research programs such as M.Sc (Forensic Science) pursued for 2 years.

Courses Fees Eligibility Admission Criteria
M.Sc INR 2.7 lakhs B.Sc. PaB.Sc. LL.B. or any equivalent degree with 50% aggregate marks Merit-Based + PI

Eligibility & Selection Criteria

  • Candidates need to be B.Sc Pass/Hons. with Chemistry/Biochemistry/Biotechnology/ B.Sc LLB or any equivalent degree with a minimum of 50% marks.
  • 5% marks relaxation of SC/ST candidates for eligibility.
  • Admission is based on ‘merit’. The merit list is prepared based on a written test followed by a PI.

NUJS Kolkata Ph.D Admission 2025

The Institution also provides Research programs such as Ph.D pursued for a minimum of 3 years.

Courses Fees Eligibility Admission Criteria
Ph.D INR 1.75 lakhs Graduated/Passed LLM with 55% of aggregate marks Entrance Test+ PI

Eligibility & Selection Criteria

  • Candidates need to complete their master’s degree in Law and they need to have a minimum of 55% marks from a recognized University.
  • Eligible candidates need to sit for the entrance test and shortlisted candidates need to appear for the Interview those who qualify for both the entrance test and Interview will then be called by the university head to complete the formalities of the admission process.

NUJS Kolkata LLD Admission 2025

LLD, one of the most advanced programs in the field of Law is offered by NUJS. The course duration is 4 years and the candidates need to have completed their PhD in the field of Law.

Courses Fees Eligibility Admission Criteria
LLD INR 1.75 lakhs Candidates need to complete PhD in the field of Law. Entrance Test

Eligibility & Selection Criteria

  • Candidates need to complete PhD in the field of Law.
  • Selection of the candidates is entirely based on the fulfillment of the eligibility criteria.

NUJS Kolkata Admission FAQs

Ques. Is there any provision for concessions or scholarships?

Ans. The University provides Merit-cum-Means scholarships and continuation of scholarship is as per the terms and conditions of the University i.e., regularity in attendance, progress, good character and conduct, etc.

Ques. Are programs offered by WBNUJS Kolkata recognized/approved by any authority body?

Ans. It is mandatory for all universities/institutions offering professional and technical programs in India to be recognized by the national-level statutory bodies established for the maintenance of norms and standards. Indian degrees are recognized worldwide. The West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences was established under the WBNUJS Act, 1999 (West Bengal Act IX of 1999) adopted by the West Bengal Legislature in July 1999.

Ques. When to apply the option of freeze in the online admission process?

Ans. May refer to the CLAT Consortium Website for details, however, one can opt for freezing only if he/she is satisfied/sure about the allotted seat and does not wish to upgrade to higher choices/preference in the subsequent round of counseling.

Ques. What is the procedure for admission to WBNUJS Kolkata?

Ans. The admission in BA LLB (Hons.), BSc LLB (Hons.) & LLM in WBNUJS Kolkata is based on merit obtained in CLAT. Those who qualify for CLAT are required to participate in the Counselling process for seeking admission, based on the candidate’s preferences and his/her merit in CLAT in the respective programs.