The announcement that CNLU Patna launches a 3-year LLB batch for the academic session 2025–26 marks a historic expansion in graduate-entry legal education in India.
With the formal approval of the Bar Council of India (BCI), Chanakya National Law University (CNLU) becomes the fourth National Law University after NLSIU Bengaluru, NLU Odisha, and DSNLU Visakhapatnam to introduce a 3-year LLB programme.
The CNLU Patna 3-year LLB batch offers graduates and working professionals a new pathway into law without having to pursue the 5-year integrated BA LLB.
This programme has been designed to meet the growing demand for flexible, rigorous, and nationally recognised legal education.
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Formal approval from the Bar Council of India.
The CNLU Patna 3-year LLB batch as an addition to the flagship 5-year BA LLB.
The initial intake capacity and seat matrix will be announced via the official admissions notice.
Admission through CNLU-ET 2025 (Chanakya National Law University-Entrance Test) in offline mode.
This makes the CNLU Patna 3-year LLB batch one of the few graduate-entry programmes offered at an NLU, solidifying its reputation as a state NLU of national importance.
The CNLU Patna 3-year LLB batch is an attractive option for graduates and professionals looking to enter the legal field.
State National Law University with UGC recognition.
Led by Vice Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Faizan Mustafa, one of India’s top academic leaders.
Ranked consistently among the Top 10 NLUs for its flagship programmes.
MoU with University of Leicester Law School (UK) offering 30% fee concession for LLM abroad.
Strong track record in academics, research, and placements.
Graduates seeking law careers in litigation, corporate law, or judiciary.
Working professionals aiming for a career switch into law.
Aspirants preparing for NLSAT LLB, DET, NAIET, or other national 3-year LLB exams.
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Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
Minimum Marks:
General Category – 45%
SC/ST Category – 40%
Final-year undergraduates can apply provisionally, subject to submission of proof at admission.
Admissions to the CNLU Patna 3-year LLB batch will be conducted through the CNLU-ET 2025.
Mode: Offline (Pen-and-Paper).
Date: Sunday, 14th September 2025, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm (PWD/SAP: extra 40 mins).
Application Window: 29th August – 10th September 2025.
Application Fee:
₹2,500 for SC/ST/PWD (Bihar certificate only).
₹3,000 for other candidates.
Exam Centre: Patna only.
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Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes).
Negative Marking: –0.25 per wrong answer.
Tie-breaking rules include higher reasoning marks, age seniority, and computerized draw of lots.
Register at the CNLU-ET 2025 portal with mobile number and email ID.
Validate via OTP and login with credentials.
Fill in details carefully as per certificates (no corrections after submission).
Upload documents in PDF format:
Passport-size photograph.
Candidate’s signature.
Category certificate (if applicable).
PWD/SAP certificate (if applicable).
Pay the application fee online.
Multiple applications will result in only the last submission being considered.
Note: Hostel accommodation will not be provided for the CNLU Patna 3-year LLB batch; students must arrange off-campus housing.
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Location:
Nyaya Nagar, Mithapur, Patna (18-acre campus).
Library:
Nishant Nilayam 16,357 sq. ft., 14,000+ books, 23+ journals, 9 AM–9 PM.
Facilities:
Smart classrooms, moot-court hall (120 seats), Wi-Fi, medical & banking facilities.
Hostels:
Separate boys’ and girls’ hostels exist for integrated courses, but no hostel for 3-year LLB batch.
Graduates of the CNLU Patna 3-year LLB batch will have multiple pathways:
Litigation :
Enrol with State Bar Council, appear for All India Bar Exam.
Corporate Law :
Via Career Development & Recruitment Committee.
Judiciary :
State and national judicial services exams.
Civil Services & Policy Roles :
UPSC, think tanks, NGOs.
Higher Studies :
LLM abroad, including University of Leicester tie-up with fee concession.
Emerging Fields :
Compliance, legal tech, intellectual property law.
Q1. When does CNLU Patna launch the 3-year LLB batch?
CNLU Patna launches the 3-year LLB batch from the academic session 2025–26.
Q2. How will admission to CNLU Patna’s 3-year LLB batch take place?
Through the CNLU-ET 2025 entrance test scheduled for 14th September 2025.
Q3. What is the eligibility for the CNLU Patna 3-year LLB batch?
Any graduate with 45% marks (40% for SC/ST). Final-year students may apply provisionally.
Q4. What is the exam pattern of CNLU-ET 2025?
120 MCQs in English, GK, and Reasoning; 2-hour exam; 0.25 negative marking.
Q5. Does CNLU Patna provide hostel facilities for 3-year LLB students?
No, hostel accommodation will not be provided for the CNLU Patna 3-year LLB batch.
Q6. What are the career opportunities after CNLU Patna’s 3-year LLB batch?
Litigation, corporate law, judiciary, policy research, civil services, compliance, and higher studies abroad.
The launch of the CNLU Patna 3-year LLB batch in 2025–26 is a landmark development for graduate-entry law education in India. With Bar Council approval, a transparent admission process via CNLU-ET, a robust fee structure, and international collaborations, CNLU Patna positions itself as one of the most attractive destinations for aspiring lawyers.
For graduates and professionals, the CNLU Patna 3-year LLB batch is not just a degree it is a gateway to careers in litigation, corporate law, public policy, judiciary, and international higher studies.
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