Chanakya National Law University, Patna

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:

Chanakya National Law University (CNLU), Patna was established by the Chanakya
National Law University Act, 2006 (Act No. 24 of 2006) and has UGC’s approval under section
2(f) and section 12(B) of the UGC Act, 1956. The primary objective of the University is to offer
multidisciplinary, research based comprehensive legal education to young legal minds and
simultaneously instilling in them respect for the rule of law and values enshrined in the
Indian Constitution. The University has also been statutorily mandated to contribute to
nation building through legal awareness, dissemination of legal knowledge and conducting
researches on the legal issues of contemporary relevance and other subjects of public concern.

The University has a lush green campus in the heart of the historical city of Patna, the capital
of the state of Bihar which was the first capital of India during the Mauryan empire. Ashoka
the Great was the King of Patliputra. It is located within an educational hub along with other
great educational institutions leading to creation of an ambiance of intellectual exchanges and
mutual learning among students of different disciplines. Located within an easy distance
from the Airport and Railway Station, the campus boasts of an impressive array of facilities
and amenities such as well-equipped academic and administrative blocks with newly
renovated smart classrooms, a rich library with huge collection of e-resources, state-of-the-
art accessibility lab, language lab, café, basketball court, football ground, boys’ and girls’
hostels and well equipped gymnasium for both male and female students. The University
also provides comfortable accommodation for teaching and non-teaching staff. Further, an
advanced facilitation centre is under construction to accommodate a well-equipped Health
Clinic.

The University offers five year integrated undergraduate B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) & B.B.A., LL.B.
(Hons.) degree programs and one year Master of Laws (LL.M) program. The University also
offers research programs such as Ph.D., D. Phil. and LL.D. The courses seek to enable students
to meet requirements of the Corporate Law Firms, Judiciary and Legal Profession including
Alternative Dispute Redressal. CNLU aims to produce not a moral technicians but extremely
competent and socially sensitive professionals who would meaningfully contribute to the
building of Vikshit Bharat by 2047. Presently, University is undergoing a quite revolution to
drastically improve its academic programmes with several bold and innovative changes
having been introduced in 2023-24.

To achieve its objectives in contemporary times of social, political, technological, and climate
upheavals and to build students’ competencies in understanding, engaging, and resolving
ensuing challenges effectively, the university, in conformity with the New Education Policy,
2020, has adopted a multidisciplinary approach towards teaching. CNLU believes in the
integration of knowledge. To this end, the teaching methodology seeks a blend of traditional
and innovative methods like inquiry-based and cooperative learning approaches, allowing
each faculty member an opportunity to design and facilitate subjects in the most
contemplative, creative, and effective manner. We also help students in imbibing
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professional, leadership and interpersonal skills while working in numerous Student
Committees such as Moot Court Committee, Academic and Debating Committee, Debating
Club, Legal Aid Cell, Pro-Bono Club, NSS Cell, Civil Service Committee, Sports Committee
etc. This helps them in developing versatile personality.

To keep students in sync with the changing requirements of the profession and society, the
University consistently revise and update its courses and subjects offered therein. To this end,
the University has expanded its undergraduate course catalogue to include a wide array of
elective subjects covering contemporary legal debates, allowing students to tailor their
academic journey to their unique interests and aspirations. At the postgraduate level too, the
University offers diverse range of specialisations in LL.M. such as Constitutional Law and
Administrative Law, International Law, Corporate and Commercial Law, Intellectual
Property and Information Technology Law, and Criminal Law. Students are also offered
clinical courses, seminar courses, credit courses and optional papers in emerging fields of
law.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:

CNLU is a perfect example of a social justice institution. We firmly believe that law is a potent
instrument for driving social transformation. Accordingly, we nurture our students to
acquire not just legal proficiency but also ethical values and compassionate and caring
leadership dedicated to fostering a fairer and more just and equitable society. Our alumni as
soldiers of justice exemplify these values. They are widely appreciated for their integrity,
professionalism, and unwavering commitment to advancing social justice.

Our accomplished alumni have secured prestigious scholarships at leading universities of the
world. These include renowned institutions such as School of Oriental and African Studies,
University of London, University of Cambridge, University of California, Berkeley, and
Leiden University in Netherlands, University of Southern California, Stanford University and
Northwestern Pritzker School of Law.

Our university campus features a comprehensive range of facilities meticulously designed to

meet the needs of our diverse student body. We are deeply committed to advancing gender
equality and ensuring equitable opportunities, with a particular focus on embracing gender
diversity. Our dedication also encompasses championing disability and transgender
inclusion, as it is integral to our strategy of promoting equity and accessibility for individuals
with disabilities. We prioritize mental health and well-being of our students, actively
promoting an inclusive approach to not only teaching and learning but also assessment.

The institution's Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) was established in strict compliance
with the University Grants Commission (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal of Sexual
Harassment of Women Employees and Students in Higher Educational Institutions)
Regulations, 2015. This committee plays a vital role in proactively addressing and preventing
instances of sexual harassment within the workplace, ensuring a supportive and respectful
environment for all. It also upholds principles of gender equality and harmony, fostering a
culture where discrimination and harassment against women are strictly prohibited. The ICC

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organizes periodic initiatives aimed at empowering women, striving to create a nurturing
atmosphere that promotes their well-being and professional development.

The University has also established a Restorative Justice Committee to promote meaningful
engagement between students in conflict, aiming to resolve issues through mutual respect,
reintegration, and reform. This committee plays a crucial role in fostering harmonious
relationships among students and promoting a peaceful campus life.

RESEARCH CENTRES:
The university provides a rigorous academic environment through its vibrant research
centres and distinguished chairs. Key centres such as the Child Rights Centre (CRC), Centre
for Advanced Research on Corporate and Insolvency Law (CARCIL), Centre for Innovation,
Research and Facilitation in Intellectual Property for Humanity and Development (CIRF-In-
IPHD), Chanakya Centre for Alternative Dispute Resolution (CCADR), Centre for
Innovation, Incubation and Legal Entrepreneurship (CIILE), and Centre for Law and
Economics (CLE) actively engage students in various activities. These include internships,
research enhancements, leadership development, and opportunities to interact with industry
experts. The Panchayati Raj Chair, Govt. of Bihar and the IPR Chair, supported by DPIIT
under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India foster collaboration
among students, faculty, and governmental bodies to advance grassroots democracy and
intellectual property frameworks.

Additionally, CNLU's Incubation Cell aims at fostering entrepreneurial spirit by incubating

more than 40 start-ups, providing practical experience in business incubation and
management essential for students and budding entrepreneurs preparing them for diverse
roles in the global economy. The university has also established partnerships through
Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with numerous national and international
institutions, facilitating valuable opportunities for faculty and student exchange programs.

FACULTY:
Our faculty comprises a diverse and gifted groups of passionate teachers and scholars who
are devoted to learn from students as their co-learners. They consider them as facilitators.
They remain ardently engaged in teaching, research, and guiding students. The university
has instituted a mentor-mentee policy to assist mentees in honing their professional skills and
knowledge, guiding them in setting and accomplishing career aspirations, and steering them
towards success. The faculty's profound expertise and unwavering pursuit of excellence play
a crucial role in ensuring that CNLU graduates are equipped with all the necessary skills.

A HUB OF CO-CURRICULAR AND EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:

CNLU students actively engage in a diverse array of co-curricular and extracurricular
activities, including moot court competitions, debating championships, and inter-
institutional events. These platforms give invaluable opportunities for students to hone their
skills, collaborate with peers, and build professional networks. CNLU hosts two prestigious
annual Moot Court Competitions—one dedicated to Commercial Laws and another focusing
on Cyber Law —in partnership with regulatory bodies. Additionally, the university's
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 incubation cell organizes Vyapar, a startup support competition, while the Legal Aid Cell
hosts Vidhikta. CNLU's cultural and literary festival, Jeevatva, further enriches the student
experience. These initiatives attract participants from law schools across the nation and
CNLU teams have consistently done wonders in both National and International Moot Court
Competitions.

Throughout the academic year, CNLU students organize Ethnic Day, Sports Tournaments
and Social Awareness Campaigns. These events showcase talents, celebrate diversity, and
foster friendships. CNLU's dedication to co-curricular and extracurricular activities offers
students ample opportunities for personal and skill development, emphasizing holistic
growth of its students.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT:
The Panchayati Raj Chair embodies Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy that "the voice of the
people may be said to be God's voice," underscoring the Panchayat's role as the voice of the
people. The chair aims to make actionable recommendations for the effective local
governance. The Child Rights Centre actively collaborates with the Government of Bihar,
assisting in the training of JJB and CWC members, judicial officers, para legal volunteers, civil
society organizations, and childcare institutions in child rights advocacy and capacity
building.

The university provides diverse and accessible learning avenues such as open lectures,
symposiums, and workshops for the local community. We also offer legal aid through our
Legal Aid Cell and participate in the National Service Scheme (NSS) under the Ministry of
Youth and Sports. Additionally, we support newcomers, MSMEs, and large corporate
enterprises, aligning with policies like Start-Up and Make in India.

RAGGING FREE CAMPUS:

Ragging, a societal affliction, has no place within our institution. We have established a robust
mechanism, including the office of Proctor, Disciplinary Committee, and Anti-Ragging Cell
& Squad, all operating in strict adherence to the guidelines and regulations set forth by the
UGC.

ADMISSIONS : UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMME (U.G.)

1. DIRECT ADMISSION TO FOREIGN NATIONALS AND NON-RESIDENT INDIANS (NRIs):

There are five seats for Foreign Nationals and five seats for Non Resident Indians (NRIs).

Those who wish to apply for B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) or B.B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) against the Foreign
Nationals seats need not take CLAT-2025 and may apply directly to the University in the
prescribed format as given on the university website, i.e., www.cnlu.ac.in. Their merit shall
be finalized on the basis of their percentage of marks in 10+2 / Intermediate or its equivalent.
In case of any grading system, the equivalent percentage shall be taken into consideration.
However, they shall fulfil other eligibility criteria of CLAT-2025. The Minimum percentage

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of marks in 10+2 / Intermediate or its equivalent for admission to B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) or
B.B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) course will be 45%. In case of tie, preference shall be given to higher
percentage of 10th marks. In case of further tie, preference shall be given to the one with higher
age. Further tie, if any, shall be done by drawing a lot.

Candidates who wish to apply under Foreign Nationals category shall submit the duly filled
in application form which can be downloaded from our website www.cnlu.ac.in with all
supporting documents along with the one time non-refundable fee of Rs. 7,500/- or its
equivalent by way of DD drawn in favour of Registrar, Chanakya National Law University,
Patna payable at Patna. The dates shall be announced later on our website.

Selected candidates shall complete the admission process by paying required fees in full on
the scheduled dates to be announced in the University website: www.cnlu.ac.in

The Candidates seeking admission against NRIs seats will be required to apply directly to
the University in the prescribed format along with the supporting documents as per the
notification to be placed on the University Website. The admission under NRI category shall
strictly be made on the basis of All India Rank (AIR) of CLAT-2025. Candidates have to fulfil
eligibility and criteria of CLAT-2025.

NOTE: Unfilled seats of the Foreign Nationals and NRIs shall not be filled in by any other
categories.

2. B.A., LL.B. (HONS.) AND B.B.A., LL.B. (HONS.) COURSE:

The integrated 5-year B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) and B.B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) programs are open to
students who have completed their 12 years of school education and have joined CNLU after
clearing the CLAT examination. These courses offer integrated degrees in Bachelor of
Arts/Bachelor of Business Administration and Law, involving the study of compulsory
subjects, honours subjects, and electives.

In the arts/business administration cohort, students are required to study twelve

foundational subjects and two language papers up to the third year. Law students, in
accordance with BCI Regulations, undertake twenty-eight compulsory subjects, including
four clinical subjects. Students must also select specialised elective courses offered by the
University. This academic session, the University provides a catalogue of a wide array of
elective papers in areas of Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, IPR, Technology and
Commercial Law. These courses aim to deepen students’ understanding in their chosen legal
field, fostering independent learning, improving research capabilities, acquiring problem-
solving skills with critical thinking to enhance their career prospects. Below is the tentative
list of subjects available at the University.

LIST OF SUBJECTS
No. B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) Subjects B.B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) Subjects
First Semester

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 Legal Methods and Jurisprudence
Legal Methods and Jurisprudence (Legal Methods,
1.1 (Legal Methods, Indian Legal
Indian Legal System, and Basic Theories of law).
System, and Basic Theories of law).
Law of Torts, Consumer Protection Law of Torts, Consumer Protection Laws and
1.2
Laws and Motor Vehicles Act Motor Vehicles Act
1.3 General Principles of Sociology Fundamentals of Management
Indian History (Ancient and
Medieval Indian History with Human Resource Management and Organisational
1.4
reference to Evolution of Legal and Behaviour
Judicial Institution)
1.5 Political Science - I Principles of Accounting & Auditing
Legal Language & Communication
1.6 Legal Language and Communication Skills
Skills
Second Semester
Law of Contracts – I Law of Contracts – I
2.1 (General Principles of Contracts and (General Principles of Contracts and
Specific Relief Act) Specific Relief Act)
2.2 Family Law – I Family Law – I
2.3 Sociology of Law Financial Management
2.4 Law and Literature Law and Literature
2.5 Legal History Legal History
2.6 Political Science -II International Business
Third Semester
Law of Contracts – II
Law of Contracts – II
(Special Contracts, Indian
(Special Contracts, Indian
3.1 Partnership Act, Sales of Goods
Partnership Act, Sales of Goods Act and Limited
Act and Limited Liability
Liability Partnership Act, 2008)
Partnership Act, 2008)
Criminal Law-I (B.N.S, 2023 etc.)
Criminal Law-I (B.N.S, 2023 etc.)
(Including the Sexual Harassment
(Including the Sexual Harassment of
of Women at Workplace (Prevention,
3.2 Women at Workplace (Prevention,
Prohibition and
Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013
Redressal) Act, 2013 & the
& the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988)
Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988)
3.3 Family Law – II Family Law - II
3.4 Microeconomics Managerial Economics

3.5 Property Law Property Law

3.6 World History Entrepreneurship

Fourth Semester
4.1 Law of Evidence (B.S.A., 2023 etc.) Law of Evidence (B.S.A., 2023 etc.)
4.2 Public International Law Public International Law
4.3 Macroeconomics Business Environment
4.4 Criminal Law – II (B.N.S.S., 2023 etc.) Criminal Law – II (B.N.S.S., 2023 etc.)
4.5 Labour Laws – I Labour Laws – I

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4.6 Sociology of Development Business Ethics & Corporate Governance

Fifth Semester
5.1 Seminar Paper – I Seminar Paper – I
5.2 Constitutional Law – I Constitutional Law – I
5.3 Company Law Company Law
5.4 Labour Laws – II Labour Laws – II
Civil Procedure Code and Law of
5.5 Civil Procedure Code and Law of Limitation
Limitation
5.6 Political Science – III Marketing Management
Sixth Semester
6.1 Seminar Paper – II Seminar Paper – II
6.2 Constitutional Law-II Constitutional Law-II
6.3 Intellectual Property Law Intellectual Property Law
6.4 Administrative Law Administrative Law
Clinic – I Alternative Dispute
6.5 Clinic – I Alternative Dispute Resolution
Resolution
6.6 Money Banking & Public Finance Strategic Management
Seventh Semester
7.1 Taxation Laws – I Taxation Laws - I
7.2 Environmental Law Environmental Law
7.3 Elective – I Elective – I
7.4 Elective – II Elective – II
7.5 Elective – III Elective – III
Eighth Semester
8.1 Taxation Laws – II Taxation Laws – II
8.2 Elective – IV Elective – IV
8.3 Elective – V Elective – V
8.4 Elective – VI Elective – VI
Clinic – II Drafting, Pleadings &
8.5 Clinic – II Drafting, Pleadings & Conveyancing
Conveyancing
Ninth Semester
9.1 Elective – VII Elective – VII
9.2 Elective – VIII Elective – VIII
9.3 Elective – IX Elective – IX
9.4 Elective – X Elective – X
Clinic – III Professional Ethics & Clinic – III Professional Ethics & Professional
9.5
Professional Accounting System Accounting System
Tenth Semester
10.1 Elective – XI Elective – XI
10.2 Elective – XII Elective – XII
10.3 Elective – XIII Elective – XIII
10.4 Elective – XIV Elective – XIV
Clinic – IV Moot Court Exercise and
10.5 Clinic – IV Moot Court Exercise and Internship
Internship

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 List of Elective Courses in Law
Elective
Criminology,
Elective – I
Indian Federalism Corporate Governance Penology and
Victimology
Interpretation of Statutes and Artificial Intelligence
Elective – II Law and Biotechnology
Principles of Legislation and Law
Shipping and Maritime
Elective – III Land Laws Law of the Sea
Law
Elective – IV Merger & Acquisition
Comparative Constitution Forensic Science
and Competition Law
Elective – V Gender Justice International Criminal
Law of Banking
& Feminist Jurisprudence Law
Elective – VI
Service Law Right to Information Water Law
Elective – VII Comparative Criminal
Press and Media Law Law of Insurance
Procedure
Information
Insolvency and
Elective – VIII Election Laws Technology Law
Bankruptcy
(Cyber Law)
Conflict of Laws (Private Cross-Border
Elective – IX Cybersecurity Laws
International Law) Investment

Civil Society & Public

Elective – X International Organisation WTO Laws
Grievance

Elective – XI International Trade

Human Rights White Collar Crimes
Law
Law Relating to Offences Against
Health Law
Elective – XII Investment and Child & Juvenile
Corporate Finance Justice

Elective – XIII Aviation Law Law of Carriage Space Law

International Humanitarian Citizenship and

Elective – XIV Law & Technology
Law & Refugee Law Emigration Law

List of Single Credit Elective Courses (This is just an illustrative list.)

● Freedom of Religion
● Cartel Regulation in Competition Law: Theory and Practices
● Caste Survey
● Climate Change Law and Policy
● Corporate Tax Planning
● Data Governance
● Exim Policy
● Law and Cinema
● Local Governance
● Media and Politics

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 ● Populism and Subsidies
● Securitisation, Asset Reconstruction and Enforcement of Securities Interest
● Sentencing Policy in Capital Offences
● Sports Law
● Stress Management
● Animal Rights Jurisprudence
● Strict Liability Law

SEAT MATRIX:

The selection of 138 students will be strictly based on merit-cum-preference determined by the
Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2025. Candidates must also meet the age and
qualification requirements specified in CLAT-2025. Admission is subject to reservation as per
the Bihar (In Admission in Educational Institutions) Reservation Act, 2003 (Bihar Act 16 of 2003)
and other applicable rules, which are as follows:

The total number of seats available for Undergraduate (UG) programs is 138 (One Hundred
Thirty-Eight), evenly divided into two categories: 69 seats for the B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) Course
and 69 seats for the B.B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) Course. All seats will be filled in on the basis of All
India Rank of CLAT-2025.

1. For B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) Course: Total No. of Seats 69

SI.
Category Percentage Seats
No.
(i) Unreserved Category 40% 28
1.
(ii) Economically Weaker Section (EWS) * 10% 07
2. Scheduled Castes (SC) of Bihar** 16% 11
3. Scheduled Tribes (ST) of Bihar** 01% 01
4. Extremely Backward Classes - EBC, (Annexure-I) of Bihar** 18% 12
5. Backward Classes – BC, (Annexure-II) of Bihar** 12% 08
6. Women of Backward Classes (WBC) of Bihar*** 03% 02
TOTAL 100% 69
All above mentioned reservations are vertical reservations in nature.
Note: 5% Horizontal reservation shall be applicable for PWD.

2. For B.B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) Course: Total No. of Seats 69

SI.
Category Percentage Seats
No.
(i) Unreserved Category 40% 28
1.
(ii) Economically Weaker Section (EWS)* 10% 07
2. Scheduled Castes (SC) of Bihar** 16% 11
3. Scheduled Tribes (ST) of Bihar** 01% 01
4. Extremely Backward Classes - EBC, (Annexure-I) of Bihar** 18% 12
5. Backward Classes – BC, (Annexure-II) of Bihar** 12% 08
6. Women of Backward Classes (WBC) of Bihar*** 03% 02

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 TOTAL 100% 69
All above mentioned reservations are vertical reservations in nature.
Note: 5% Horizontal reservation shall be applicable for PWD.

*If a candidate from the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) is not available to the extent
of the reservation percentage, the vacant seats under this category shall be filled up by the
candidate of Unreserved Category only.

The candidates out of the State of Bihar shall not claim the benefits of reservation under
EWS as per the Bihar Reservation in vacancies in posts and in services and in Admission
in the Educational Institutions (For Economically Weaker Sections) Act, 2019.

**The relevant certificate should be issued by the competent authority of Bihar Government
for (1) Extremely Backward Classes (Annexure-I), (2) Backward Classes (Annexure-II), (3)
Scheduled Caste (SC) and (4) Scheduled Tribes (ST).

Candidates of Bihar seeking admission under Other Backward Classes (OBC) category
for Chanakya National Law University, Patna shall mention in the application form itself
whether they belong to BC or EBC categories of Bihar. Failure to mention the specific
category BC/EBC will not entitle them for Reservation benefits as there is no such
category as Other Backward Classes (OBC) in Bihar Reservation Act, 2003.

***ABOUT WOMEN OF BACKWARD CLASSES (WBC):

All women candidates of Reserved Categories (Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribes,
Extremely Backward Classes & Backward Classes) of Bihar who will be applicants of CLAT-
2025 and who opt for CNLU are hereby requested to fill up their application forms in their
own categories. At the time of admission after filling up all above-mentioned reserved
categories seats as per their percentage, reserved seats (04) for WBC (Women of Backward
Classes) will be made available to reserved categories women as per their CLAT-2025 rank
among reserved categories of women of Backward Classes.

Subject to change in Reservation Policy by Govt. of Bihar.

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 FEE STRUCTURE for B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) / B.B.A., LL.B. (Hons.)
5 Year Integrated Course for the Academic Year 2025-26
SI. No. Particular Fee Structure (in INR)

1. Tuition Fees *# 120698

2. Admission Fee (One Time Payment) 1500

3. Admission Processing Fee (One Time Payment) 5000

4. Development charges 10000

5. Moot Court fee 5000

6. Arbitration & Mediation fee 5000

7. Sports fee 5000

8. Literary & Cultural Activities 4000

9. Outsourced Charges 16000

10. Internet Fee 3000

11. Examination Fee 5000

12. Library Fee 5000

13. Mess Fee (Tentative) 31500**

14. Room Rent (double seated) 22000***

15. Electricity charges 8000**

16. Alumni Fee (one-time payment) 1000

17. NSS Fee (one-time payment) 20

Refundable Deposits:
18. Library Deposit 5000
19. Hostel Deposit 10000
2,62,718
TOTAL (Rs. Two Lakh Sixty Two Thousand
Seven Hundred Eighteen only)
Note:
*Every year, the tuition fee shall be increased by five percent.
#For two consecutive semesters (excluding summer placement, winter placement, and vacation).

** For two consecutive semesters (excluding summer placement, winter placement, and vacation) and
may be revised in the future as per requirements.

*** For two consecutive semesters (excluding summer and winter placements, as well as vacations).

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Candidates taking admission through CLAT-2025 shall pay a total amount of Rs. 2,62,718/-
(Rs. Two Lakh Sixty Two Thousand Seven Hundred Eighteen only), whereas Foreign
Nationals / Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) shall pay a total amount of Rs. 4,56,758/- (Rupees
Four Lakh Fifty Six Thousand Seven Hundred and Fifty Eight only) or equivalent in US $ or
€) at the time of admission.

Note: Hostel accommodation is optional. Local and other students may choose to be Day
Scholars. Hostel accommodation for local students will be allotted based on room availability
after assigning rooms to non-resident students of Bihar and Patna.

POST GRADUATE PROGRAMME

COURSE OF STUDY
PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES:
The Post Graduate Programme in Law aims to primarily train students to acquire an in-depth
knowledge, skills, and experience necessary for a successful career in academics, while also
providing them opportunities for personal and professional growth. It intends to develop
and refine students' interpretational, advisory, arbitral, managerial, observatory, research,
and academic skills.

PROGRAMME OUTCOMES:
The course gives opportunities to students to specialize in their chosen field of law, equipping
them with teaching skills alongside contemporary pedagogy and legal research skills.
Students will develop an appreciation for humanistic values and commit themselves to
promoting access to justice.

Teaching Scheme of LL.M.

SEMESTER I
Paper Name of the Paper Maximum Credits Remarks
Code Marks

01 Research Methods 100 3 Compulsory Paper

02 Comparative Public Law 100 3 Compulsory Paper

03 Law and Justice in a Globalizing World 100 3 Compulsory Paper

04 Paper 1 of Group A/B/C/D/E 100 2 Optional Paper

05 Paper 2 of Group A/B/C/D/E 100 2 Optional Paper

06 Paper 3 of Group A/B/C/D/E as 100 3 Optional Paper

Seminar Paper – I

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 SEMESTER II

Paper Maximum
Name of the Paper Credits Remarks
Code Marks

01 Paper 4 of Group A/B/C/D/E 100 2 Optional Paper

02 Paper 5 of Group A/B/C/D/E 100 2 Optional Paper

03 Paper 6 of Group A/B/C/D/E as Seminar Paper – II 100 3 Optional Paper

04 Legal Research Writing 100 2 Compulsory Paper

05 *Dissertation 200 5 Compulsory Paper

Each student is required to write a dissertation on a topic from their area of specialization duly
approved by the University.

Dissertation
Compulsory
(The Topic for dissertation shall be finalized with the approval of the 150
Paper
faculty)

Presentation and Viva 50 Compulsory

Each student has the option to choose just one from the following groups.

Note: The optional group shall be allotted only when there are a minimum of five candidates opting for
that group.

* The University reserves the right to offer any or all of the optional groups.

OPTIONAL GROUPS
GROUP-A : CONSTITUTIONAL LAW AND ADMINISTRATIVE LAW

1. Indian Constitutional Law: The New Challenges 100 Compulsory Paper

Comparative Administrative Law (India, France, England

2. 100 Compulsory Paper
and U.S.A.)

3. Seminar Paper – I 100 Compulsory Paper

Comparative Constitutional Law (England, U.S.A., Canada

4. 100 Compulsory Paper
and India)

5. Pluralism and Federalism 100 Compulsory Paper

6. Seminar Paper – II 100 Compulsory Paper

GROUP–B : INTERNATIONAL LAW

1. International Law Organisations 100 Compulsory Paper

2. Air, Space and Sea Law 100 Compulsory Paper

3. Seminar Paper – I 100 Compulsory Paper

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 4. International Law and Contemporary Issues 100 Compulsory Paper

5. Maritime Law 100 Compulsory Paper

6. Seminar Paper – II 100 Compulsory Paper

GROUP–C : CORPORATE AND COMMERCIAL LAW

1. Corporate Laws and Management 100 Compulsory Paper

2. Securities Laws 100 Compulsory Paper

3. Seminar Paper – I 100 Compulsory Paper

4. Corporate Finance 100 Compulsory Paper

5. Merger & Acquisition and Competition Law 100 Compulsory Paper

6. Seminar Paper – II 100 Compulsory Paper

GROUP–D : INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY LAW

1. Emerging Trends in Intellectual Property Law 100 Compulsory Paper

2. Intellectual Property Rights in Digital Age 100 Compulsory Paper

3. Seminar Paper – I 100 Compulsory Paper

4. Intellectual Property Law in Creative Industries 100 Compulsory Paper

5. Intellectual Property Rights and Competition Law 100 Compulsory Paper

6. Seminar Paper – II 100 Compulsory Paper

GROUP–E : CRIMINAL LAW

1. Comparative Criminal Procedure 100 Compulsory Paper

2. Medical Jurisprudence and Forensic Science 100 Compulsory Paper

3. Seminar Paper – I 100 Compulsory Paper

4. Juvenile Delinquency 100 Compulsory Paper

5. Criminal Justice System, Penology & Victimology 100 Compulsory Paper

6. Seminar Paper – II 100 Compulsory Paper

⮚ The University reserves the right to introduce new seminar paper(s) for various optional groups.

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 LL.M. Course : Total No. of Seats 66
All seats will be filled in on the basis of All India Rank of CLAT-2025

SI.
Category Percentage Seats
No.
(i) Unreserved Category 40% 26
1. (ii) Economically Weaker Section (EWS)* 10% 06
2. Scheduled Castes (SC) of Bihar** 16% 11
3. Scheduled Tribes (ST) of Bihar** 01% 01

4. Extremely Backward Classes - EBC, (Annexure-I) of Bihar** 18% 12

5. Backward Classes – BC, (Annexure-II) of Bihar** 12% 08

6. Women of Backward Classes (WBC) of Bihar*** 03% 02

TOTAL 100% 66
All above mentioned reservations are vertical reservations in nature.
Note: 5% Horizontal reservation shall be applicable for PWD.

*If a candidate from the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) is not available to the extent of
the reservation percentage, the vacant seats under this category shall be filled up by the
candidate of Unreserved Category only.

The candidates out of the State of Bihar shall not claim the benefits of reservation under EWS
as per the Bihar Reservation in vacancies in posts and in services and in Admission in the
Educational Institutions (For Economically Weaker Sections) Act, 2019.

**The relevant certificate should be issued by the competent authority of Bihar Government
for (1) Extremely Backward Classes (Annexure-I), (2) Backward Classes (Annexure-II), (3)
Scheduled Caste (SC) and (4) Scheduled Tribes (ST).

Candidates of Bihar seeking admission under Other Backward Classes (OBC) category for
Chanakya National Law University, Patna shall mention in the application form itself whether
they belong to BC or EBC categories of Bihar. Failure to mention the specific category BC/EBC
will not entitle them for Reservation benefits as there is no such category as Other Backward
Classes (OBC) in Bihar Reservation Act, 2003.

***ABOUT WOMEN OF BACKWARD CLASSES (WBC):

All women candidates of Reserved Categories (Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribes, Extremely
Backward Classes & Backward Classes) of Bihar who will be applicants of CLAT-2025 and who
opt for CNLU are hereby requested to fill up their application forms in their own categories.
At the time of admission after filling up all above-mentioned reserved categories seats as per
their percentage, reserved seats (04) for WBC (Women of Backward Classes) will be made
available to reserved categories women as per their CLAT-2025 rank among reserved
categories of women of Backward Classes.

Subject to change in Reservation Policy by Govt. of Bihar.

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 Fee Structure for LL.M. One Year Couse for the Academic Year 2025-26
Sl. Fee Structure
Particular
No. (in INR)
1 Tuition Fees 115500
2 Admission Fee (One Time Payment) 4000
3 Development Charges 10000
4 Library Fee 8000
5 Internet Fee 3000
6 Outsourced Charges 16000
7 Electricity Fee 4000
Refundable Deposits
8 Library Deposit 5000
Examination Fee
9 Written Examination Rs. 700/- (Per Paper) 7000
10 Dissertation 4000
11 Alumni Fee (one-time payment)* 1000
Total Fee (Without Hostel Charges) 177500

Hostel Fee
12 Room Rent (double seated)** 22000
13 Electricity Fee 8000
14 Mess Fee (Tentative) 31500
Total Hostel Fee 61500

Total Fee (With Hostel Charges) 239000

15 Re-admission fee for Registered Students 4000

16 Repeat Examination fee 700/- Per Paper

Note:
* U.G. passed students of CNLU who are admitted to LL.M. course need not pay Alumni Fee.
**Room Rent for single Occupancy will be Rs 28,000/- for a year.
Hostel accommodation may be allotted to students subject to the availability of vacancies, upon payment
of the applicable hostel and mess fees. Preference shall be given to non-local students.

FOR FURTHER DETAILS CONTACT:

REGISTRAR
CHANAKYA NATIONAL LAW UNIVERSITY
NYAYA NAGAR, MITHAPUR, PATNA- 800001, BIHAR, INDIA
Contact No.: 0612-2352300
Website: www.cnlu.ac.in, Email: registrar@cnlu.ac.in; admission@cnlu.ac.in

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