DNLU Jabalpur Admission 2026

Dharmashastra National Law University

Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh · DNLU Jabalpur · Estd. 2018

UG Open PG Open PhD Open

CLAT 2026 examination December 2025 (held). DNLU counselling expected May-June 2026 at mpdnlu.ac.in. Updated: 2026-05-11

About Dharmashastra National Law University

Dharmashastra National Law University (DNLU), established in 2018 by the DNLU Act of the Madhya Pradesh state legislature, is the second NLU in Madhya Pradesh (after NLIU Bhopal). Located at Jabalpur, DNLU is the 23rd National Law University of India and a participant in the Consortium of NLUs. The university takes its name from the Hindu legal tradition of 'Dharmashastra' — the body of Sanskrit texts on law, ethics and statecraft.

DNLU offers a 5-year integrated BA LLB (Hons.), 1-year LL.M., and PhD programmes in law. The university focuses on traditional Indian jurisprudence alongside contemporary law, with specialised research areas in Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Commercial Law and Comparative Legal Systems. Recognised by Bar Council of India (BCI) and UGC.

BA LLB (Hons) admissions through CLAT UG conducted by Consortium of NLUs. LL.M. admissions through CLAT PG. PhD through DNLU PhD entrance. MP state quota of 25% within CLAT merit for Madhya Pradesh domicile candidates.

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Application fee: ₹4,000 (General) / ₹3,500 (Reserved) · Official site ↗

Entrance Exams

Admission via CUET

CLAT UG / CLAT PG

Conducted by Consortium of National Law Universities

DNLU Jabalpur admissions to BA LLB (Hons) and LL.M. are exclusively through CLAT UG and CLAT PG conducted by the Consortium of NLUs. PhD through DNLU PhD entrance.

Eligibility

BA LLB (Hons): Plus Two 45% (40% SC/ST/OBC) + CLAT UG. LL.M.: LLB 50% + CLAT PG. PhD: LL.M. 55% + DNLU entrance.

Important Dates

Event	Date	Stage	Portal	Status
CLAT 2026 Examination	07 Dec 2025	—	consortiumofnlus.ac.in	Closed
DNLU Counselling 2026	25 May 2026	—	mpdnlu.ac.in	Upcoming
DNLU Final Reporting	15 Jul 2026	—	mpdnlu.ac.in	Upcoming

How to Apply

Previous Year Cutoffs

Cutoffs will be published here once last year's data is verified.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for eligible candidates at this university.

DNLU merit-cum-means scholarships, NLU consortium financial aid, Central Sector Scholarship, NSP minority scholarships, MP Mukhyamantri Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana.

Reservations

MP state quota 25% within CLAT merit; SC 15%, ST 7.5%, OBC 27%, EWS 10%, PwBD 5%, Kashmiri Pandit supernumerary.

Results & Merit Lists

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission process at Dharmashastra National Law University?

Dharmashastra National Law University admits students primarily through CLAT UG / CLAT PG. After the entrance exam result, candidates register on the university's CSAS (or equivalent) portal, fill college and programme preferences, and accept seats round-by-round.

What is the application fee at Dharmashastra National Law University?

For 2026, the application fee is ₹4000 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹3500 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

When does Dharmashastra National Law University declare its cutoff?

Cutoffs at Dharmashastra National Law University are released after each round of seat allotment. CSAS/portal-based universities typically publish round-wise allocation lists; merit-based universities release a single merit list. Watch the Important Dates section above for exact dates.

Does Dharmashastra National Law University accept CLAT UG / CLAT PG scores?

Yes. Dharmashastra National Law University uses CUET scores as the primary basis for UG and PG admission via NTA's Common University Entrance Test.