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HNLU Raipur Admission 2026 is conducted entirely through the Consortium of NLUs, which administers CLAT (Common Law Admission Test) for all National Law Universities. B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) seats are allotted via CLAT-UG scores through centralised CLAT counselling. LL.M. seats are allotted via CLAT-PG scores. HNLU does not conduct any separate entrance exam or independent counselling.
The B.A.LL.B. programme at HNLU Raipur has a total sanctioned intake of 180 seats. Seats are split across All India Unreserved, Chhattisgarh Domicile, SC, ST, OBC, NRI, and Foreign National categories. Chhattisgarh domicile candidates with SC/ST/OBC reservation must hold both a CG domicile certificate and a caste certificate issued by Chhattisgarh.
- B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) - CLAT-UG 2025: Exam held on December 7, 2025. Result declared on December 16, 2025. CLAT Consortium counselling rounds for 2026-27 intake are concluded. Vacant seat admission rounds were open through June 2026.
- LL.M. - CLAT-PG 2025: Exam held on December 7, 2025. Result declared on December 16, 2025. College-level provisional admission list was released in July 2025 cycle. Current round status: contact HNLU at admission2026@hnlu.ac.in.
- Next CLAT Cycle (2027-28): CLAT-UG/PG registration expected to open around August 2026 on consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
- HNLU Raipur follows the CLAT Consortium’s seat reservation policy as modified by Chhattisgarh government norms. Categories include AI-UR (All India Unreserved), CG-UR (Chhattisgarh Domicile Unreserved), SC, ST, and OBC.
- NRI candidates must appear for CLAT under the NRI category. Either the candidate or the parent must be a Non-Resident Indian. The sponsored NRI quota was abolished from 2021 onwards.
- Foreign National candidates need 45% in the qualifying examination (10+2 or equivalent from India or abroad) and must hold a foreign passport.
- No management quota or direct admission exists at HNLU Raipur. All seats including NRI are filled through CLAT Consortium scores and counselling.
HNLU Raipur Admission Portal 2026: hnlu.ac.in | CLAT Counselling: consortiumofnlus.ac.in
Direct Admission at HNLU Raipur: HNLU Raipur does not offer a management quota or direct admission route. All 180 BA LLB seats and all LLM seats are filled exclusively through CLAT Consortium scores and centralised counselling.
HNLU Raipur B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) Admission 2026
HNLU Raipur admits students to the 5-year B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) programme through CLAT-UG scores alone. The total sanctioned intake is 180 seats. Allotment is done centrally by the CLAT Consortium based on CLAT rank and candidate preferences. HNLU does not conduct a separate written test, group discussion, or personal interview.
HNLU Raipur B.A.LL.B. Admission Dates 2026
| Event | Date | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| CLAT-UG 2025 Registration Opens | August 1, 2025 | Online - consortiumofnlus.ac.in |
| CLAT-UG 2025 Registration Closes | October 31, 2025 | Online |
| CLAT-UG 2025 Admit Card | November 22, 2025 | Online |
| CLAT-UG 2025 Exam | December 7, 2025 | Offline - pen-and-paper |
| CLAT-UG 2025 Answer Key | December 10, 2025 | Online |
| CLAT-UG 2025 Result | December 16, 2025 | Online |
| CLAT Consortium Counselling Rounds | January to May 2026 (Tentative) | Online - CLAT Consortium portal |
| HNLU Vacant Seat Admission (Merit List) | June 9, 2026 | HNLU official website - hnlu.ac.in |
| Next CLAT Cycle Registration (2027-28 intake) | August 2026 onwards (Tentative) | Online - consortiumofnlus.ac.in |
HNLU Raipur B.A.LL.B. Eligibility Criteria
| Category | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Basis |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC (AI and CG Domicile) | 10+2 or equivalent with minimum 45% aggregate. Must not be above 20 years of age as on July 1 of the admission year (22 years for SC/ST). | CLAT-UG rank. CLAT Consortium centralised counselling. |
| SC / ST (AI and CG Domicile) | 10+2 or equivalent with minimum 40% aggregate. CG domicile reserved seats require CG caste certificate. | CLAT-UG rank. CLAT Consortium centralised counselling. |
| NRI Category | 10+2 with minimum 45% aggregate. Candidate or parent must be NRI. Must appear for CLAT under NRI category. | CLAT-UG NRI category rank. CLAT Consortium counselling. |
| Foreign National | 10+2 or equivalent with minimum 45% from India or abroad. Must hold a foreign passport. | CLAT score or academic merit as per CLAT Consortium norms. |
HNLU Raipur B.A.LL.B. Selection Process
Selection for B.A.LL.B. admission at HNLU Raipur depends entirely on CLAT-UG rank. Candidates must fill HNLU Raipur as a preference during CLAT Consortium counselling to be considered for allotment.
- CLAT-UG is a 2-hour pen-and-paper test with 120 questions covering English, Current Affairs and GK, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Techniques.
- Seat allotment follows the candidate’s CLAT rank and preferential college order filled during counselling. Higher-ranked candidates get priority for available seats at HNLU.
- Domicile-specific CG seats are reserved for Chhattisgarh residents. Candidates must submit a valid CG domicile certificate at the time of document verification.
- Candidates with SC/ST/OBC domicile seats at HNLU must submit both a CG domicile certificate and a caste certificate issued by a Chhattisgarh authority.
- After CLAT Consortium rounds, HNLU releases its own merit list for any vacant seats. The June 9, 2026 merit list is an example of this process.
As per Collegedunia Reviews, students at HNLU Raipur appreciate the moot court facilities and the competitive legal environment. The CLAT-based admission process is seen as transparent, with students from across India including CG domicile seats noting that the counselling rounds move quickly and early document submission is important.
How to Apply for B.A.LL.B. at HNLU Raipur?
- Step 1: Register for CLAT-UG on the Consortium portal at consortiumofnlus.ac.in. Registration typically opens in August each year for the December exam.
- Step 2: Prepare for and appear in the CLAT-UG exam in December.
- Step 3: After result declaration, log in to the CLAT Consortium portal and fill HNLU Raipur as a preference during the counselling window.
- Step 4: If allotted HNLU Raipur, pay the seat acceptance fee and submit required documents within the deadline.
- Step 5: Report to HNLU Raipur with original documents for physical verification and enrollment. Contact: admission2026@hnlu.ac.in or call 7587017941.
B.A.LL.B. fee at HNLU Raipur is INR 2,10,000 in Year 1 and INR 1,80,000 per year in Years 2 to 5 (general quota). NRI category fee is INR 6,27,704 in Year 1 and approximately INR 5,14,754 per year in Years 2 to 5.
The fees mentioned above are subject to revision and have been included for reference. Contact the college or visit hnlu.ac.in for exact fee details.
Key Insight: HNLU Raipur has a CG domicile quota that benefits Chhattisgarh residents with lower competition than the All India Unreserved pool. Candidates with domicile in Chhattisgarh should carry a valid CG domicile certificate at the time of document verification. Without it, even candidates allotted CG domicile seats can lose the seat.
HNLU Raipur LL.M. Admission 2026
HNLU Raipur offers a one-year LL.M. programme with specialisations in Corporate Law, Technology Law, Intellectual Property Rights Law, and Environmental Law. Admission is through CLAT-PG scores via the CLAT Consortium counselling process.
HNLU Raipur LL.M. Admission Dates 2026
| Event | Date | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| CLAT-PG 2025 Registration Opens | August 1, 2025 | Online - consortiumofnlus.ac.in |
| CLAT-PG 2025 Registration Closes | October 31, 2025 | Online |
| CLAT-PG 2025 Exam | December 7, 2025 | Offline - pen-and-paper |
| CLAT-PG 2025 Result | December 16, 2025 | Online |
| HNLU LL.M. Provisional Admission List | July 2026 (Tentative) | HNLU website - hnlu.ac.in |
HNLU Raipur LL.M. Eligibility Criteria
| Programme | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LL.M. (All Specialisations) | LL.B. degree or equivalent (3-year or 5-year integrated) with minimum 50% aggregate. SC/ST candidates require minimum 45%. | CLAT-PG 2025 rank. CLAT Consortium counselling for LL.M. seats at NLUs. |
HNLU Raipur LL.M. Selection Process
CLAT-PG score is the sole basis for LL.M. admission at HNLU Raipur. CLAT-PG is a 2-hour test covering Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, and other law subjects for 120 marks.
- Candidates must fill HNLU Raipur and preferred specialisation during CLAT Consortium LL.M. counselling after CLAT-PG result.
- HNLU releases its own provisional admission list for LL.M. after CLAT Consortium rounds. Candidates not allotted through consortium rounds may apply through vacant seat merit lists published on hnlu.ac.in.
How to Apply for LL.M. at HNLU Raipur?
- Step 1: Register and appear for CLAT-PG on consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
- Step 2: After result, fill HNLU Raipur as preference in CLAT-PG counselling.
- Step 3: If not allotted through consortium rounds, watch hnlu.ac.in for the college-level vacant seat merit list.
- Step 4: Submit documents and pay fee within the deadline after allotment. Email: admission2026@hnlu.ac.in.
LL.M. fee at HNLU Raipur is INR 1,60,000 per year (general quota) for all specialisations including Corporate Law, Technology Law, IP Rights Law, and Environmental Law.
The fees mentioned above are subject to revision and have been included for reference. Contact the college or visit hnlu.ac.in for exact fee details.
HNLU Raipur Scholarships
HNLU Raipur students are eligible for state and central government scholarship schemes based on category and economic background.
- Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST): Central government scholarship for SC and ST students. Apply through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
- Chhattisgarh Government Scholarship: State-specific scholarships for BC, SC, and ST students domiciled in Chhattisgarh. Apply through the Chhattisgarh Scholarship Portal.
- Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships: For meritorious students from families with annual income below INR 8 lakh. Apply through the National Scholarship Portal after admission.
- Bar Council of India Scholarships: BCI offers need-based and merit-based scholarships for law students. Check BCI official website for current-year eligibility.
HNLU Raipur Admission FAQs
Ques. What is the CLAT cutoff rank for HNLU Raipur 2026?
Ans. HNLU Raipur admission 2026 (for AY 2026-27) was based on CLAT-UG December 2025 scores. The closing CLAT rank for the general category at HNLU in recent cycles has been approximately 700 to 900 for All India seats and higher for CG domicile seats. For the exact 2026 round-wise allotment data, refer to the CLAT Consortium website at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
Ques. How many seats does HNLU Raipur offer in B.A.LL.B.?
Ans. HNLU Raipur has a total sanctioned intake of 180 seats for the B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) 5-year programme. Seats are distributed across All India Unreserved, Chhattisgarh Domicile, SC, ST, OBC, NRI, and Foreign National categories.
Ques. Is there a management quota or direct admission at HNLU Raipur?
Ans. No. HNLU Raipur does not have a management quota or any direct admission route. All seats including NRI seats are filled through CLAT scores and CLAT Consortium counselling. The sponsored NRI quota was abolished from 2021 onwards.
Ques. What is the minimum percentage required for HNLU Raipur B.A.LL.B. admission?
Ans. General and OBC candidates must have a minimum of 45% in 10+2 or equivalent. SC and ST candidates require a minimum of 40%. A valid CLAT-UG rank is additionally required for all categories.
Ques. What CLAT-PG score is needed for LL.M. at HNLU Raipur?
Ans. LL.M. admission at HNLU Raipur is based on CLAT-PG rank. The required CLAT-PG score varies by year and seat availability. For exact current-cycle cutoffs, refer to the CLAT Consortium counselling data at consortiumofnlus.ac.in or the HNLU LL.M. provisional list on hnlu.ac.in.
Ques. What is the total fee for B.A.LL.B. at HNLU Raipur?
Ans. The total B.A.LL.B. fee (general quota) is INR 2,10,000 in Year 1 and INR 1,80,000 per year from Years 2 to 5. NRI category fee is significantly higher at approximately INR 6,27,704 in Year 1. Fees are subject to revision. Contact admission2026@hnlu.ac.in for current-year fee structure.
Ques. Does HNLU Raipur give preference to Chhattisgarh students?
Ans. Yes. A portion of HNLU Raipur’s 180 seats is reserved for CG Domicile candidates under both unreserved and reserved (SC/ST/OBC) categories. Chhattisgarh domicile candidates generally need a lower CLAT rank than All India candidates for these seats. A valid CG domicile certificate is mandatory.
Ques. Can NRI candidates apply to HNLU Raipur?
Ans. Yes. NRI candidates can apply to HNLU Raipur under the NRI category through CLAT. Either the candidate or the parent must be an NRI. The sponsored NRI quota (separate from CLAT) was abolished in 2021. NRI candidates must appear in CLAT and select the NRI category at the time of registration.
Ques. What specialisations does HNLU Raipur LL.M. offer?
Ans. HNLU Raipur offers the LL.M. programme in four specialisations: Corporate Law, Technology Law, Intellectual Property Rights Law, and Environmental Law. All are 1-year full-time programmes. Admission is through CLAT-PG scores.
Ques. How do I apply for a vacant seat at HNLU Raipur after CLAT counselling ends?
Ans. After CLAT Consortium counselling rounds conclude, HNLU publishes merit lists for any remaining vacant seats on hnlu.ac.in. Candidates can apply directly to HNLU for these seats. Contact the admissions office at admission2026@hnlu.ac.in or call 7587017941 during working days.
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