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GNLU Silvassa Admission 2026 is conducted entirely through the CLAT Consortium. Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) Silvassa is a campus of Gujarat National Law University offering five integrated 5-year UG law programmes and a 1-year LLM. All admissions are centrally managed by the Consortium of NLUs at consortiumofnlus.ac.in. GNLU Silvassa does not conduct any separate entrance test.
- UG Programmes (BA/BBA/BCom/BSc/BSW LLB): CLAT 2026 counselling is complete for the 2026-27 batch. CLAT 2027 registration is expected to begin in August 2026 for the 2027-28 intake.
- LLM: CLAT PG 2026 counselling complete for the 2026-27 batch. Next cycle expected August 2026 (Tentative).
- GNLU Silvassa admits UG candidates through CLAT UG and LLM candidates through CLAT PG.
- Minimum 45% marks in 10+2 for General/OBC category, and 40% for SC/ST candidates.
- GNLU Silvassa follows a 25% Gujarat domicile horizontal reservation across all categories.
- A 30% horizontal reservation is maintained in favour of female candidates across all categories.
- 16 supernumerary NRI seats are available at GNLU Silvassa in addition to the regular seat matrix.
- The CLAT counselling fee is INR 8,000 for General category and INR 4,000 for reserved categories.
GNLU Silvassa Admission Portal 2026: consortiumofnlus.ac.in (CLAT Consortium Portal)
Direct Admission at GNLU Silvassa: GNLU Silvassa does not offer a management quota. All UG and LLM seats are filled through the CLAT Consortium centralised counselling. NRI, Foreign National, and Sports Quota candidates must submit a separate expression of interest to admission@gnlu.ac.in in addition to the CLAT process.
GNLU Silvassa UG Law Admission 2026
GNLU Silvassa offers five five-year integrated UG law programmes. The total fee for BA LLB, BBA LLB, BCom LLB, and BSc LLB is INR 10,12,000 each. The BSW LLB programme has a total fee of INR 12,92,000. NRI candidates pay INR 59,42,210 for the five-year UG programmes. All admissions are through CLAT UG via the Consortium of NLUs.
GNLU Silvassa UG Law Admission Dates 2026
CLAT 2026 (for the 2026-27 batch) was conducted on December 7, 2025, with results declared on December 16, 2025. Consortium counselling ran multiple rounds from January 2026. The Round 1 closing rank for GNLU BA LLB (General All India) was 1210, indicating strong competition. CLAT 2027 for the 2027-28 batch is expected to begin registration in August 2026.
| Event | Date (2026 Cycle) |
|---|---|
| CLAT UG Registration Start | August 1, 2025 |
| CLAT UG Registration End | October 31, 2025 |
| CLAT UG Admit Card | November 22, 2025 |
| CLAT UG Exam | December 7, 2025 |
| CLAT UG Answer Key | December 10, 2025 |
| CLAT UG Result | December 16, 2025 |
| CLAT Counselling Round 1 Allotment | January 7, 2026 |
| CLAT Counselling Round 2 Allotment | January 22, 2026 |
| Final CLAT Round | May 15, 2026 (Tentative) |
| CLAT 2027 Registration Start (Next Cycle) | August 2026 (Tentative) |
As per Collegedunia Reviews, GNLU Silvassa students highlight the quality of faculty and the university’s emphasis on moot court and legal research activities. Students note the Consortium CLAT process is reliable and merit-driven with no scope for seat manipulation.
GNLU Silvassa UG Law Eligibility Criteria 2026
All five UG programmes at GNLU Silvassa carry the same eligibility norms. Candidates currently in the final year of Class 12 may apply provisionally. GNLU maintains a 30% horizontal reservation for female candidates and 25% horizontal reservation for Gujarat domicile candidates across all vertical categories.
| Programme | Eligibility | Entrance Exam |
|---|---|---|
| BA LLB (Hons) / BBA LLB (Hons) / BCom LLB (Hons) / BSc LLB (Hons) - 5 Years | 10+2 in any stream, min 45% aggregate (General/OBC), min 40% (SC/ST) | CLAT UG |
| BSW LLB (Hons) - 5 Years | 10+2 in any stream, min 45% aggregate (General/OBC), min 40% (SC/ST) |
The GNLU Silvassa regular seat matrix has 193 seats distributed across reservation categories: UR 79, SC 23, ST 12, OBC 42, EWS 16, plus 16 NRI supernumerary seats, 5 Foreign National, 4 Sports Quota, 2 Jammu and Kashmir, and 5 North East India seats.
As per Collegedunia Reviews, students appreciate the diversity of UG law programme choices at GNLU Silvassa, covering arts, science, commerce, business, and social work routes into law. The BSW LLB track is noted as a unique offering among NLUs.
GNLU Silvassa UG Law Selection Criteria 2026
GNLU Silvassa has no independent entrance test or interview. Selection is based entirely on CLAT UG rank through the Consortium of NLUs counselling process.
- Candidate appears for CLAT UG and receives an all-India rank.
- After CLAT results, candidate registers for Consortium counselling at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
- Candidate pays the counselling fee: INR 8,000 (General) or INR 4,000 (reserved category).
- Candidate fills NLU preferences in order of priority, including GNLU Silvassa and the preferred UG programme.
- Consortium allots seats based on CLAT rank, category, and submitted NLU preferences.
- Candidate selects Freeze, Float, or Withdraw based on allotment and proceeds to the next round if needed.
- Admitted candidate pays the admission fee and reports to GNLU Silvassa with original documents to confirm enrolment.
- NRI/Foreign National/Sports Quota candidates submit a separate expression of interest to admission@gnlu.ac.in in addition to the CLAT process.
How to Apply for UG Law at GNLU Silvassa?
There is no separate GNLU Silvassa application form. Admission runs through the Consortium of NLUs at consortiumofnlus.ac.in.
- Register for CLAT UG at consortiumofnlus.ac.in during the registration window (typically August to October).
- Pay the CLAT application fee and complete the application form.
- Download the CLAT admit card and appear for the exam at the allotted centre.
- After results, register for Consortium counselling and pay the counselling fee.
- Fill NLU preferences and select GNLU Silvassa with the preferred programme.
- Accept the seat allotment by selecting Freeze or Float depending on allotment rank.
- Report to GNLU Silvassa with original documents and pay the programme fee within the deadline.
GNLU Silvassa LLM Admission 2026
GNLU Silvassa offers a one-year LLM in Constitutional Law and Administrative Law with a total fee of INR 2,15,800 (General) and INR 6,53,885 (NRI). LLM admission is through CLAT PG via the Consortium of NLUs. The 2026-27 LLM admissions are complete.
| Programme | Eligibility | Entrance Exam |
|---|---|---|
| LLM - Constitutional Law and Administrative Law (1 Year) | LLB or BA/BBA/BCom LLB, min 50% aggregate (General), min 45% (SC/ST) | CLAT PG |
CLAT PG 2026 was conducted on December 7, 2025, with results on December 16, 2025. CLAT PG 2027 for the 2027-28 batch is expected to begin registration in August 2026 (Tentative). GNLU Silvassa also offers a PG Diploma in Environmental Law and Policy (INR 15,000) and a PG Diploma in Medical Law and Ethics (INR 45,000) for candidates seeking shorter specialisations.
GNLU Silvassa Scholarships 2026
GNLU Silvassa students are eligible for central government scholarships and internal GNLU merit-cum-means support. Applications are submitted through respective government portals.
- SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship: Eligible SC and ST students receive fee concessions or waivers as per UGC and central government guidelines at National Law Universities.
- EWS Fee Concession: Economically Weaker Section candidates may be eligible for fee concessions as per GNLU’s internal guidelines.
- Gujarat Government Scholarship: Gujarat domicile students from SC/ST/OBC/EBC categories may apply for state post-matric scholarships.
- Merit-cum-Means Scholarship: GNLU may offer internal merit-cum-means scholarships for students with strong CLAT rank and demonstrated financial need. Candidates should contact the GNLU scholarship office for current cycle details.
GNLU Silvassa Admission FAQs
Ques. Is CLAT mandatory for admission to GNLU Silvassa?
Ans. Yes. CLAT UG is mandatory for all five UG law programmes at GNLU Silvassa. CLAT PG is mandatory for LLM admission. The Consortium of NLUs manages all counselling at consortiumofnlus.ac.in. No separate GNLU entrance test or direct management quota route exists.
Ques. What UG law programmes does GNLU Silvassa offer?
Ans. GNLU Silvassa offers five five-year integrated UG law programmes: BA LLB (Hons), BBA LLB (Hons), BCom LLB (Hons), BSc LLB (Hons), and BSW LLB (Hons). All five programmes admit through CLAT UG.
Ques. What is the total fee for UG law programmes at GNLU Silvassa?
Ans. The total five-year fee for BA LLB, BBA LLB, BCom LLB, and BSc LLB (Hons) is INR 10,12,000 each. The BSW LLB programme has a total fee of INR 12,92,000 for five years. NRI candidates pay INR 59,42,210 for the five-year UG programmes.
Ques. What is the eligibility for GNLU Silvassa BA LLB?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 in any stream with minimum 45% aggregate marks (General/OBC). SC/ST candidates require minimum 40% aggregate. Final-year Class 12 students may apply provisionally for CLAT and complete eligibility after passing Class 12.
Ques. How many seats does GNLU Silvassa have?
Ans. GNLU Silvassa has 193 regular UG seats distributed as: UR 79, SC 23, ST 12, OBC 42, and EWS 16. Additionally, 16 supernumerary NRI seats, 5 Foreign National, 4 Sports Quota, 2 Jammu and Kashmir, and 5 North East India seats are available.
Ques. Does GNLU Silvassa have a Gujarat domicile reservation?
Ans. Yes. GNLU Silvassa maintains a 25% horizontal reservation for Gujarat domicile candidates across all vertical reservation categories. Additionally, there is a 30% horizontal reservation for female candidates across all categories.
Ques. What is the LLM fee at GNLU Silvassa?
Ans. The total LLM fee at GNLU Silvassa is INR 2,15,800 (General category) for the one-year programme in Constitutional Law and Administrative Law. NRI candidates pay INR 6,53,885 for the same programme.
Ques. When does CLAT 2027 registration begin for GNLU Silvassa admission?
Ans. Based on past CLAT cycles, CLAT 2027 registration is expected to begin in August 2026 for the 2027-28 academic year. Candidates should monitor consortiumofnlus.ac.in for the official notification and apply within the October deadline.
Ques. Does GNLU Silvassa offer management quota or NRI quota?
Ans. GNLU Silvassa does not have a management quota. However, 16 supernumerary NRI seats are available. NRI candidates must qualify CLAT and also submit a separate expression of interest to admission@gnlu.ac.in. No direct admission outside the CLAT process is available.
Ques. What are the PG Diploma programmes at GNLU Silvassa?
Ans. GNLU Silvassa offers two PG Diploma programmes: PG Diploma in Environmental Law and Policy (INR 15,000 total fee) and PG Diploma in Medical Law and Ethics (INR 45,000 total fee). These are short-term specialisation programmes open to law graduates.
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