NATIONAL LAW UNIVERSITY ODISHA (NLUO) CUTTACK
National Law University Odisha (NLUO), Cuttack is a premier law institution in India, established under the Odisha Act IV of 2008. It is one of the National Law Universities (NLUs) and began its academic operations in 2009 with the aim of providing quality legal education and promoting research in law and allied fields.
Located in Cuttack, Odisha, the university is situated near Naraj on a scenic campus surrounded by the Mahanadi river system. The campus spans around 50 acres and offers modern academic infrastructure, hostels, sports facilities, and advanced learning resources for students.
NLUO offers integrated undergraduate law programs (BA LL.B., BBA LL.B.), postgraduate (LL.M.), professional (LL.B. 3-year), and doctoral (Ph.D.) programs. Admission to UG and PG courses is conducted through CLAT, making it one of the competitive law institutes in India.
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INSTITUTE HIGHLIGHTS
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| Particulars | Details |
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| Institute Name | NLUO Cuttack |
| Established | 2008 (Academic start: 2009) |
| Location | Cuttack, Odisha, India |
| Institute Type | Government |
| Status | National Law University |
| Affiliation | UGC, BCI |
| Campus Area | ~50 Acres |
| Programs Offered | BA LL.B., BBA LL.B., LL.B., LL.M., Ph.D. |
| Medium of Instruction | English |
| Campus | Residential |
| Admission Process | Entrance-Based (CLAT) |
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PROGRAM DETAILS
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| Program | Duration |
|---|---|
| BA LL.B. | 5 Years |
| BBA LL.B. | 5 Years |
| LL.B. (3-Year) | 3 Years |
| LL.M. | 1 Year |
| Ph.D. | Variable |
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SEAT INTAKE (APPROX.)
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| Course | Seats |
|---|---|
| BA LL.B. | 120+ |
| BBA LL.B. | 60+ |
| LL.B. (3 Yr) | 60 |
| LL.M. | 40+ |
| Ph.D. | Limited |
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TUITION FEES
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| Course | Approximate Cost (INR) |
|---|---|
| BA LL.B. / BBA LL.B. | ₹10,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 (Total) |
| LL.B. (3-Year) | ₹2,50,000 – ₹3,50,000 |
| LL.M. | ₹1,50,000 – ₹2,00,000 |
| Ph.D. | As per norms |
| Hostel + Mess | ₹50,000 – ₹1,00,000 / Year |
Example: Annual fee for LL.B. program is around ₹2.7 lakh including facilities and hostel (excluding mess).
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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
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| Criteria | Requirement |
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| UG Law (BA/BBA LL.B.) | 10+2 from recognized board |
| Minimum Marks | 45–50% (as per category) |
| Entrance Exam | CLAT |
| LL.M. | LL.B. Degree |
| Ph.D. | Postgraduate Degree |
| Nationality | Indian & International |
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DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
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Class 10 & 12 Certificates
CLAT Scorecard
Graduation Marksheets (For PG)
ID Proof (Aadhaar/Passport)
Passport Size Photographs
Category Certificate (If Applicable)
Domicile Certificate (If Required)
Medical Fitness Certificate
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WHY CHOOSE NLUO CUTTACK?
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One of the recognized National Law Universities in India
Admission through CLAT (high credibility)
Strong focus on legal research and advocacy
Residential campus with modern facilities
Good moot court and internship opportunities
Growing placement record among Tier-2 NLUs
Scenic campus environment near Mahanadi
Exposure to national-level legal competitions
