A Quick Snapshot of NLIU Bhopal
Established - 1997
Location - Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.
Admission Process - CLAT
Eligibility - A pass in 10+2 or an equivalent examination with a minimum of Forty-Five percent (45%) of marks or its equivalent grade for General/OBC/PWD categories.
Forty percent (40%) of marks or equivalent for SC/ST categories. There is no upper age limit for the UG Programme.
Courses Offered - B.A.LL.B(Hons.), LL.M., M.Sc. (Cyber Law and Information Security), Ph.D., and various diploma programs.
- Program Structure: The B.A.LL.B(Hons.) program follows a semester system focusing on a blend of legal education and interdisciplinary studies.
Campus Infrastructure
The NLIU campus features modern academic buildings, a comprehensive library, canteens, a health centre, residential facilities for faculty, and well-maintained hostels for students.
Sports facilities include a gym, football field, tennis and basketball courts, and other areas for recreational and community-based activities. The campus is equipped with high-speed internet connectivity.
Hostel Accommodation
- Male Hostels: Various blocks named after significant Indian landmarks or figures.
- Female Hostels: Similarly named, providing secure and comfortable accommodation.
First-year students are typically allotted shared rooms.
- Room Options for Seniors:
- Triple-seater rooms with partitions
- Twin-seater rooms
- Single rooms
Hostel Amenities:
Each student is provided with a cot, cupboard, chair, and desk. Amenities include hot water, laundry facilities, and 24/7 electricity and internet connectivity.
Note: Students should bring their own mattresses, curtains, and bed-linen, as well as blankets for the colder months. Wardens are available on campus to assist students.
Percentage of Seats Reserved Across Categories
- Total Seats - 120
- Scheduled Castes - 16%
- Scheduled Tribes - 20%
- Other Backward Classes (Non-creamy layer) - 14%
- Economically Weaker Sections - 10%
- Persons with Disabilities (Horizontal reservation) - 5%
- Women (Horizontal reservation) - 30%
- Madhya Pradesh Domicile Students - 30%
*Madhya Pradesh Domicile Category:
Criteria include residence or educational history in Madhya Pradesh, among other specific conditions.
Admission Procedure
CLAT > Counselling > Admission
The UG-CLAT is a 2-hour test with 150 multiple-choice questions covering sections like English, Current Affairs, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Techniques.
Cut-offs and Scores
- General, SC, and ST categories: Cut-off ranks and scores vary each year based on CLAT performance.
Fee Structure
- General Category - Approx. Rs. 2,80,000 per annum
- SC/ST category - Approx. Rs. 2,75,000 per annum
Scholarships and Financial Aid
- University Scholarships: Various scholarships are provided to support students based on merit and financial need.
- External Aid: Includes government and private scholarships available for eligible students.
Prominent Clubs and Societies
NLIU offers a wide range of academic, cultural, and sports clubs, along with societies dedicated to moot courts, legal aid, and entrepreneurship, contributing to the overall development of students.