About RMLNLU, Lucknow 🏛️
Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University (RMLNLU), established in 2005 by the Government of Uttar Pradesh, is one of the premier National Law Universities (NLUs) in India. Located in Lucknow, it consistently ranks among the top 10 law schools in the country. The university is exclusively dedicated to legal education and research, offering a five-year integrated **B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)**, a one-year LL.M., and Ph.D. programs. RMLNLU is renowned for its rigorous academic curriculum, exceptional faculty, vibrant mooting culture, and stellar placement record in top-tier corporate law firms and litigation chambers.
Key Information at a Glance 📊
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Fees (Approx.) | ₹9 Lakhs - ₹10 Lakhs for BA-LLB (5 years) |
| Flagship Program Intake | ~180 (BA-LLB Hons.) |
| Highest Package (2025) | ₹25 LPA - ₹30 LPA (from law firms) |
| Average Package (2025) | ₹16 LPA - ₹18 LPA |
| Median Package (2025) | ₹15 LPA |
| Scholarship Availability | Yes, extensive need-based and UP Government scholarships |
| Top Recruiting Sectors | Corporate Law Firms, In-House Counsel, Litigation, PSUs |
| Top Recruiters | Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, Khaitan & Co, AZB, Trilegal, Luthra & Luthra |
| Approvals | Bar Council of India (BCI), UGC |
Placements In-Depth: The Return on Investment (ROI) 📈
RMLNLU offers an outstanding ROI, standing as a preferred recruitment destination for all major corporate law firms in India. The Internship and Placement Committee (IPC) is entirely student-run and highly effective, ensuring that a large majority of the batch secures 'Day-Zero' and 'Day-One' job offers with top-tier firms, commonly known as the "Big 6".
| Placement Highlights | |
|---|---|
| Placement Rate | Close to 100% for registered and eligible students |
| Total Law Firms for Recruitment | 50+ (including all Tier-1 and Tier-2 firms) |
| Average Package (Top 50%) | ~₹20 LPA |
| Major Roles Offered | Associate (Corporate Law), Legal Advisor, In-House Counsel, Litigation Associate |
Top Recruiters by Sector
- Tier-1 Law Firms: Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, Khaitan & Co, AZB & Partners, Trilegal, J. Sagar Associates.
- Corporate In-House: ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Tata Group, Reliance Industries.
- Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs): Companies like ONGC, IOCL, etc., recruit through CLAT-PG scores.
- Litigation & Judicial Services: Many graduates join top litigation chambers or prepare for the judicial services examination.
Fee Structure & Scholarships: Funding Your Education 💰
The fee structure is comparable to other top NLUs. The university provides extensive financial aid to ensure that no student leaves due to financial constraints.
Fee Structure (Approx. per year)
- BA-LLB (Hons.) Program Fee: ~ ₹1,80,000
- Hostel & Mess Fees (Mandatory): Included in the total annual fee.
- Note: A one-time admission fee and refundable security deposits are extra. Education loans are easily available.
Scholarship Opportunities
RMLNLU offers robust financial support:
- Need-Based Scholarships: The university has a dedicated scholarship policy providing significant fee waivers to students with annual family income below a certain threshold.
- UP Government Scholarship Scheme: All eligible students with a UP domicile can avail this scheme.
- Aditya Birla Scholarship: A prestigious scholarship for which RMLNLU is a participating institution.
Internships & Practical Training 🏢
Practical training through internships and mooting is at the heart of the RMLNLU experience, preparing students for the rigors of the legal profession from the first year itself.
- Mandatory Internships: Students are required to complete an internship at the end of every semester, totaling 10 internships over 5 years. The student-run IPC provides extensive support.
- Exceptional Mooting Culture: RMLNLU is a powerhouse in national and international moot court competitions, consistently ranking among the top mooting colleges in India.
- Legal Aid Clinic: An active legal aid clinic provides free legal services to the underprivileged, offering students invaluable real-world experience.
- Student-run Journals: The university has several reputed, peer-reviewed law journals managed entirely by students.
The Real Campus Experience: Life at RMLNLU 🧑🎓
The 40-acre, fully residential and self-contained campus is modern and provides a vibrant, competitive, and intellectually charged environment for aspiring lawyers.
Hostel Life
Hostel life is an integral and mandatory part of the RMLNLU culture, fostering intense academic collaboration and lifelong bonds.
- Separate hostels for boys and girls with single-occupancy rooms for senior batches.
- 24/7 high-speed internet, security, and medical support.
- Student-run messes and night canteens.
- A completely student-driven culture with various committees managing all aspects of campus life.
A Day on Campus
Life at RMLNLU is extremely demanding, with a packed schedule of classes, moot court practices, journal work, and committee activities.
- A state-of-the-art library (Madhu Limaye Library) with access to all major national and international legal databases.
- A magnificent, modern moot court hall.
- Numerous academic and cultural committees for debating, mooting, client counseling, etc.
- Excellent sports facilities, including a gym, swimming pool, and courts for various sports.
- Aavahan: The grand annual cultural, literary, and sports fest.
Admissions Process & Eligibility (BA-LLB Hons.) 📝
- Check Eligibility: Must have passed 10+2 with a minimum of 45% marks (40% for SC/ST).
- Appear for CLAT: Admission is based exclusively on the rank secured in the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT). There is no other way to get admission.
- CLAT Counselling: After the CLAT results are declared, the CLAT Consortium conducts a centralized online counseling process.
- Choice Filling & Seat Allotment: Candidates must fill their NLU preferences in the counseling form. A seat at RMLNLU is allotted based on the CLAT All India Rank and category-wise reservations. Cutoffs for RMLNLU are very high (typically within the top 500-600 ranks for General category).
- Reporting to University: After seat allotment, candidates must pay the requisite fees and report to the university for document verification to confirm their admission.
