The University of Allahabad offers 1,125 seats for the 3-year LLB program through AU LAT 2026 and 120 seats for the 5-year BA LLB (Hons) program at the Faculty of Law through CUET UG 2026.
The Law Admission Test (LAT) is conducted by the University of Allahabad to fill undergraduate law seats across the Faculty of Law and two affiliated degree colleges — C.M.P. Degree College and Allahabad Degree College (ADC). Students applying for the 5-year integrated BA LLB (Hons) programme must qualify CUET UG 2026, with admission restricted to the Faculty of Law. Both programs follow central government reservation norms for OBC, SC, ST and EWS students.
- AU LAT 2026 total LLB seats: 1,125, with 375 seats each at Faculty of Law, C.M.P. Degree College and Allahabad Degree College.
- BA LLB (5-year) seats: 120 at the Faculty of Law through CUET UG 2026, not AU LAT.
- Reservation includes OBC 27%, SC 15%, EWS 10% and ST 7.5% as per central government norms.
- PwD students receive a 3% horizontal reservation across all categories.
- Seat figures are based on 2025 data and are subject to Bar Council of India approval for 2026.
AU Law Programs at University of Allahabad 2026
The University of Allahabad offers two law programs at the undergraduate level: the 3-year LLB and the 5-year integrated BA LLB (Hons). Each program has a separate admission route and seat intake as shown in the table below.
| Program | Duration | Admission Route | Total Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| LLB | 3 Years | AU LAT 2026 | 1,125 |
| BA LLB (Hons) | 5 Years | CUET UG 2026 | 120 |
| Total | - | - | 1,245 |
Students who have completed a bachelor’s degree in any discipline are eligible to apply for the 3-year LLB through AU LAT. Class 12 pass students must appear in CUET UG 2026 to seek admission to the 5-year BA LLB at the Faculty of Law.
AU LAT 2026 LLB Seat Matrix: College-Wise
AU LAT 2026 fills 1,125 LLB seats across three colleges with 375 seats at each participating institution. The three colleges are the Faculty of Law on the main university campus, C.M.P. Degree College and Allahabad Degree College (ADC). The table below shows the expected college-wise seat intake for 2026 based on 2025 figures.
| College | Total LLB Seats |
|---|---|
| Faculty of Law, University of Allahabad | 375 |
| C.M.P. Degree College | 375 |
| Allahabad Degree College (ADC) | 375 |
| Total | 1,125 |
Seat allotment across these three colleges is done through online counselling on the ecounselling.in portal. Students fill college preferences after AU LAT 2026 results are declared and seats are allotted based on scores and category. Multiple rounds are held to fill all available seats.
AU LAT 2026 LLB Seat Matrix: Category-Wise
The 1,125 LLB seats under AU LAT 2026 are distributed across categories as per central government reservation norms. The table below shows the expected category-wise seat distribution for AU LAT 2026, calculated on the basis of official reservation percentages. Exact figures will be confirmed in the official seat matrix notification released before counselling.
| Category | Reservation % | Faculty of Law | CMP College | ADC | Total Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General / UR | 40.5% | 152 | 152 | 152 | 456 |
| OBC-NCL | 27% | 101 | 101 | 101 | 303 |
| SC | 15% | 56 | 56 | 56 | 168 |
| EWS | 10% | 38 | 38 | 38 | 114 |
| ST | 7.5% | 28 | 28 | 28 | 84 |
| Total | 100% | 375 | 375 | 375 | 1,125 |
PwD students receive a 3% horizontal reservation within each category. A PwD student applying under OBC is counted against the OBC quota while also being considered under the PwD horizontal sub-quota.
BA LLB 2026 Seat Matrix at Faculty of Law
The 5-year integrated BA LLB (Hons) at the Faculty of Law, University of Allahabad, offers 120 seats for 2026. Admission is through CUET UG 2026 scores and not through AU LAT. The table below gives the expected category-wise distribution based on central reservation norms.
| Category | Approximate Seats (out of 120) |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 49 |
| OBC-NCL | 32 |
| SC | 18 |
| EWS | 12 |
| ST | 9 |
| Total | 120 |
Students must register for CUET UG on the NTA portal and select Allahabad University as their preferred institution. Counselling and seat allotment for the BA LLB program are handled separately through the university’s Samarth admission portal after CUET UG 2026 results are declared.
Reservation Policy at University of Allahabad
As a Central University, the University of Allahabad follows central government reservation norms for all admissions including AU LAT and CUET UG-based law programs. The reservation structure applicable to all AU law programs for 2026 is as follows.
| Category | Reservation | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Other Backward Classes - Non Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL) | 27% | Vertical |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 15% | Vertical |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 10% | Vertical |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 7.5% | Vertical |
| Persons with Disability (PwD) | 3% | Horizontal |
OBC-NCL students must carry a non-creamy layer certificate valid for the current financial year during AU LAT 2026 counselling. EWS students must submit an income and asset certificate issued by a competent authority. All reservation-related certificates must be uploaded at the time of online counselling registration.
AU LAT 2026 Seat Matrix FAQs
Ques. How many total seats are available under AU LAT 2026 for LLB?
Ans. AU LAT 2026 offers a total of 1,125 seats for the 3-year LLB program across three colleges: 375 seats each at the Faculty of Law (University of Allahabad), C.M.P. Degree College and Allahabad Degree College. These figures are based on 2025 data and are subject to Bar Council of India approval for 2026.
Ques. How many seats are available for the BA LLB program at Allahabad University in 2026?
Ans. The 5-year BA LLB (Hons) program at the Faculty of Law, University of Allahabad, offers 120 seats for 2026. These seats are filled through CUET UG 2026 and not through AU LAT.
Ques. Is AU LAT required for BA LLB admission at Allahabad University?
Ans. No. AU LAT is used only for admission to the 3-year LLB program. Students who want to join the 5-year integrated BA LLB (Hons) at the Faculty of Law must appear for CUET UG 2026 and apply through the university’s Samarth admission portal.
Ques. How many seats are reserved for OBC students in AU LAT 2026?
Ans. OBC-NCL students are expected to get 27% of seats under AU LAT 2026. Out of 375 seats at each college, approximately 101 seats go to OBC students. Across all three colleges, this comes to about 303 OBC seats out of the total 1,125 LLB seats.
Ques. When will the official AU LAT 2026 seat matrix be released?
Ans. The official AU LAT 2026 seat matrix is expected to be released along with the counselling schedule after the LAT 2026 results are declared. Students should check the official University of Allahabad website at allduniv.ac.in for the latest seat matrix details.
Ques. Do PwD students get reserved seats in AU LAT 2026?
Ans. Yes. PwD students receive a 3% horizontal reservation in AU LAT 2026 across all category groups. Students must present a valid disability certificate from a competent medical authority at the time of document verification during counselling.
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