{"id":32252,"date":"2025-12-02T06:16:40","date_gmt":"2025-12-02T06:16:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/?page_id=32252"},"modified":"2026-04-14T10:31:33","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T10:31:33","slug":"admission","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/national-law-universities\/cnlu-patna\/admission\/","title":{"rendered":"CNLU Patna Admission 2026: Entrance Exam &amp; Full Process"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Getting into Chanakya National Law University is a dream for many law aspirants, and in this guide, we help you clearly understand the CNLU Patna admission process, entrance exams, eligibility, important dates, and seat details for all programmes. Whether you&#8217;re aiming for BA LLB, BBA LLB, LLM, or even the 3-Year LLB (Hons.), each course has a specific admission procedure you must follow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For UG and LLM, admission takes place through <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CLAT<\/a><\/strong> and CLAT-PG, while the 3-Year LLB admission happens through the official CNLU Entrance Test (CNLU-ET).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CNLU follows the Bihar Reservation Act and offers a wide category distribution across all courses. We have covered everything you need to know before applying for CNLU Patna admission 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/free-online-clat-coaching\/?utm_source=SEO&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=national-law-universities-cnlu-patna-admission\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"374\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-online-clat-coaching.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39531\" style=\"width:1200px;height:auto\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-background\"><strong>Upcoming CLAT Exams:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/2027-details\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CLAT 2027<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/2028-details\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CLAT 2028<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c12abf7c1e496fb711206d49c21b53cf\"><strong>About CNLU Patna<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/national-law-universities\/cnlu-patna\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chanakya National Law University (CNLU),<\/a><\/strong> Patna is one of India\u2019s leading <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/national-law-universities\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National Law Universities<\/a><\/strong>, established to provide high-quality legal education through integrated, postgraduate, and research programmes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The university offers BA LLB (Hons.), BBA LLB (Hons.), LLM, 3-Year LLB (Hons.), PhD in Law, PhD Interdisciplinary, and PG Diploma courses. With a strong academic environment, a structured curriculum, modern facilities, and an NLU reputation, CNLU attracts aspirants from across India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-90a17278779fd6580d39d2552b7ad9a8\"><strong>CNLU Patna Courses<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>NLU Patna offers the following courses:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Programme<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Duration<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Admission Mode<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>BA LLB (Hons.)<\/td><td>5 Years<\/td><td>CLAT<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>BBA LLB (Hons.)<\/td><td>5 Years<\/td><td>CLAT<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>LLM (One Year)<\/td><td>1 Year<\/td><td>CLAT-PG<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3-Year LLB (Hons.)<\/td><td>3 Years<\/td><td>CNLU-ET<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PhD in Law<\/td><td>Minimum 3 Years<\/td><td>Entrance Test + Interview<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PhD Interdisciplinary<\/td><td>Minimum 3 Years<\/td><td>Entrance Test + Interview<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PG Diploma Courses<\/td><td>1 Year<\/td><td>Merit\/Notification-Based<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>CNLU offers a wide mix of integrated, postgraduate, and research programmes. While UG and LLM admissions depend entirely on CLAT and CLAT-PG, the 3-Year LLB and PhD programmes use separate entrance exams conducted by CNLU. This ensures a structured, transparent system across all levels of legal education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-background\"><strong>Key resources to explore after your CLAT exam:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/answer-key\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Answer Key<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/marks-vs-rank\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Marks vs Rank<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/clat-college-predictor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CLAT College Predictor<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/clat-rank-predictor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CLAT Rank Predictor<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/previous-year-question-papers\/2026-pdf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT 2026 question paper<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/toppers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT toppers<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4f136ef3f3c18ed582bf42ecb10e3c13\"><strong>CNLU Patna Admission for BA LLB &amp; BBA LLB<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>CNLU Patna offers BA LLB (Hons.) and BBA LLB (Hons.), two five-year integrated law programmes designed to build a strong foundation in legal studies along with either humanities subjects (BA LLB) or business and management subjects (BBA LLB).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The curriculum includes moot courts, research projects, internships, clinical papers, and skill-building courses. Each programme has 69 seats with nearly half reserved for Bihar candidates.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Admission to both programmes is strictly through CLAT, and the academic environment is structured, rigorous, and suitable for aspirants aiming for litigation, judiciary, corporate, or academic careers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Entrance Exam for BA LLB &amp; BBA LLB \u2013 CLAT UG<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The entrance exam for CNLU Patna UG programmes is CLAT UG. Find the details below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Section<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>No. of Questions<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Weightage<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>English Language<\/td><td>22\u201326<\/td><td>20%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Current Affairs &amp; GK<\/td><td>28\u201332<\/td><td>25%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Logical Reasoning<\/td><td>22\u201326<\/td><td>20%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Legal Reasoning<\/td><td>28\u201332<\/td><td>25%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Quantitative Techniques<\/td><td>10\u201314<\/td><td>10%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>120 Questions<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>120 Marks<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mode of Exam:<\/strong> Offline (OMR-Based)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Type<\/strong>: MCQs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration<\/strong>: 2 Hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Marking Scheme<\/strong>: +1 for correct, \u20130.25 for incorrect<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Eligibility Criteria for BA LLB \/ BBA LLB<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Check the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/eligibility\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CLAT eligibility criteria<\/a><\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Requirement<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Educational Qualification<\/td><td>10+2 or equivalent<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Minimum Marks<\/td><td>45% (GEN\/EWS\/OBC), 40% (SC\/ST)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Age Limit<\/td><td>No age limit<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nationality<\/td><td>Indian nationals, NRIs, OCIs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Admission Mode<\/td><td>CLAT Rank + Counselling<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Admission Procedure for BA LLB \/ BBA LLB<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1: <\/strong>Register for CLAT UG: Visit consortiumofnlus.ac.in and complete the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/registration-form\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CLAT application form<\/a><\/strong>.<br><strong>Step 2: <\/strong>Appear for CLAT Exam: Take the 120-mark test based on comprehension-style passages.<br><strong>Step 3: <\/strong>Check <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/results\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Results<\/strong><\/a> &amp; Rank: Your rank determines whether you qualify for CNLU Patna cut-off trends.<br><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Register for&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/counselling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT 2026 Counselling<\/strong><\/a>: Fill in choices and keep CNLU Patna higher in the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/nlu-preference-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NLU preference list<\/a><\/strong>.<br><strong>Step 5: <\/strong>Seat Allotment Rounds: Check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/allotment-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT allotment list<\/strong><\/a> published by the Consortium.<br><strong>Step 6:<\/strong> Document Upload &amp; Fee Payment: Upload required documents and pay the confirmation fee.<br><strong>Step 7:<\/strong> Report to CNLU Patna: Complete physical verification and pay the remaining fees as per instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-background\"><strong>Free CLAT Study Material for You:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/previous-year-question-papers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Previous Year Question Paper<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/sample-papers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Sample Papers<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat-topper-interviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Topper Interviews<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/free-resourses\/clat\/current-affairs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CLAT Current Affairs<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-56dee6bc5907dadd9cc640a05ca4f2f6\"><strong>CNLU Patna LLM Admission<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The LLM (One-Year) programme at CNLU Patna is a postgraduate law degree focusing on advanced legal research, coursework, and dissertation-based evaluation. The programme is designed to prepare students for judicial services, research, academics, policy roles, and specialised legal practice.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CNLU offers 66 LLM seats, distributed across General, EWS, SC, ST, EBC, BC, and WBC categories. Hostel facilities are offered depending on availability, and admission is solely based on CLAT-PG.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Entrance Exam for LLM \u2013 CLAT PG<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Find the details of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat-pg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CLAT PG exam<\/a><\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Section<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Weightage<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Constitutional Law<\/td><td>High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Jurisprudence<\/td><td>High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Contract Law<\/td><td>Moderate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Torts<\/td><td>Moderate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Criminal Law<\/td><td>Moderate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>International Law<\/td><td>Moderate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IPR &amp; Family Law<\/td><td>Low<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>120 Marks<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mode<\/strong>: Offline<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Type<\/strong>: Objective comprehension questions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Marking Scheme:<\/strong> +1, \u20130.25<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Eligibility Criteria for LLM<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Requirement<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Educational Qualification<\/td><td>LL.B. 3-Year or 5-Year<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Minimum Marks<\/td><td>50% (GEN\/EWS\/OBC), 45% (SC\/ST)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Admission Mode<\/td><td>CLAT PG + Counselling<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Age Limit<\/td><td>No age limit<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Admission Procedure for LLM<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1: <\/strong>Register for CLAT-PG on the Consortium portal.<br><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Appear for the exam.<br><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Receive All India Rank &amp; result.<br><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Register for PG counselling and choose CNLU as a preference.<br><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Check allotment list and confirm acceptance.<br><strong>Step 6:<\/strong> Upload documents and pay the counselling fee.<br><strong>Step 7:<\/strong> Report to CNLU Patna for final admission and verification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/free-clat-mock-tests\/?utm_source=SEO&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=national-law-universities-cnlu-patna-admission\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"374\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-clat-mock-tests.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39578\" style=\"width:1201px;height:auto\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8adeacb18ccd80469cb4884c616810d1\"><strong>CNLU Patna Admission for 3-Year LLB (Hons.)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/national-law-universities\/cnlu-patna\/3-year-llb\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CNLU Patna\u2019s 3-Year LLB<\/a><\/strong> (Hons.) programme is for graduates who wish to pursue a professional legal degree. This course is unique because admission does not take place through CLAT but through CNLU-ET, a separate entrance exam conducted by the university.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The programme has 60 seats, all distributed under the Bihar Reservation Act guidelines. The academic structure focuses on core legal papers, practical training, drafting, and internships. Hostel facilities are not available for 3-Year LLB students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Entrance Exam for 3-Year LLB \u2013 CNLU Entrance Test (CNLU-ET)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Section<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Description<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>English Language<\/td><td>Objective<\/td><td>Grammar, comprehension<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General Studies<\/td><td>Objective<\/td><td>GK, static + current<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Legal Aptitude<\/td><td>Objective<\/td><td>Basic legal principles<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Logical Reasoning<\/td><td>Objective<\/td><td>Puzzles, arguments<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Essay Writing<\/td><td>Descriptive<\/td><td>Legal\/social issue essay<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mode:<\/strong> Offline<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Type:<\/strong> MCQ + Descriptive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Conducted by:<\/strong> CNLU, Patna<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Eligibility Criteria for 3-Year LLB<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Requirement<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Educational Qualification<\/td><td>Graduation in any discipline<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Minimum Marks<\/td><td>45% (GEN), 40% (Reserved)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Admission Mode<\/td><td>CNLU-ET + Merit List<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hostel Facility<\/td><td>Not provided<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Admission Procedure for 3-Year LLB<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1<\/strong>: Visit the official CNLU website and fill out the CNLU-ET application form.<br><strong>Step 2<\/strong>: Download the admit card once released.<br><strong>Step 3<\/strong>: Appear for the entrance exam (MCQ + essay).<br><strong>Step 4<\/strong>: Check merit list and counselling instructions on the CNLU portal.<br><strong>Step 5<\/strong>: Participate in on-campus counselling and document verification.<br><strong>Step 6<\/strong>: Pay the admission fee and confirm your seat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong><em>Explore <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/national-law-universities\/cnlu-patna\/ranking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CNLU Patna Ranking<\/a> here!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-bf8eb4b23b74475797ff058050abe0e4\"><strong>Documents Required for CNLU Patna Admission<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Document<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Required For<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/admit-card\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CLAT Admit Card<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td>UG &amp; LLM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CLAT Scorecard<\/td><td>UG &amp; LLM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CNLU-ET Admit Card<\/td><td>3-Year LLB<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10th &amp; 12th Marksheet<\/td><td>UG<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Graduation Marksheet<\/td><td>3-Year LLB \/ LLM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Category Certificate<\/td><td>If applicable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bihar Domicile<\/td><td>For Bihar quota<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Photo ID Proof<\/td><td>All courses<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Passport size photos<\/td><td>All courses<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-background\"><strong>Law Colleges Information Related to CLAT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/national-law-universities\/nlsiu-bangalore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NLSIU Bangalore<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/national-law-universities\/nlu-delhi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NLU Delhi<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/national-law-universities\/nlu-jodhpur\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NLU Jodhpur<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/national-law-universities\/nliu-bhopal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NLIU Bhopal<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/national-law-universities\/iiuler-goa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IIULER Goa<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/national-law-universities\/nalsar-hyderabad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NALSAR Hyderabad<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/gujarat-national-law-university-gnlu-gandhinagar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GNLU Gujarat<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/nlu-lucknow\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RMNLU Lucknow<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/nlu-ranchi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NLU Ranchi<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/mnlu-nagpur\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MNLU Nagpur<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/national-law-universities\/nlu-prayagraj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RPNLUP Prayagraj<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/national-law-universities\/nujs-kolkata\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NUJS Kolkata<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/nlu-shimla\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NLU Shimla<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/national-law-universities\/top-5-nlus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Top 5 NLUs in India<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat-colleges\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Colleges in India<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat-colleges\/mumbai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CLAT Colleges in Mumbai<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat-colleges\/delhi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Colleges in Delhi<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat-colleges\/rajasthan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Colleges in Rajasthan<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/difference-between-law-school-and-college\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Law School vs Law College<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-36f467508ac61d6cd7a2514095a03a36\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/national-law-universities\/cnlu-patna\/seats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CNLU Patna Seat Matrix 2026<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a total of 138 UG seats, 66 PG seats, and 60 3-year LLB seats at NLU Patna:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Programme<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Total Seats<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>BA LLB (Hons.)<\/td><td>69<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>BBA LLB (Hons.)<\/td><td>69<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>LLM (One-Year)<\/td><td>66<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3-Year LLB (Hons.)<\/td><td>60<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b4204e5ad36b19ecdc33113501c5f36c\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/national-law-universities\/cnlu-patna\/cut-off\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CNLU Cut-Off 2026<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Below is the expected cut-off for CNLU Patna\u2019s UG programmes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>BA LLB<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>BBA LLB<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>1350\u20131550<\/td><td>1500\u20131700<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>EWS<\/td><td>1850\u20132200<\/td><td>2100\u20132500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>OBC \/ BC \/ EBC<\/td><td>6500\u20139000<\/td><td>7500\u20139500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SC<\/td><td>12000\u201316000<\/td><td>14000\u201318000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ST<\/td><td>16000\u201324000<\/td><td>22000\u201330000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-background\"><strong>Must Know for Every CLAT Aspirant:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/career-opportunities-after-clat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Career Opportunities after Law<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/preparation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to prepare for CLAT?<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/marking-scheme\/\"><strong>CLAT Marking Scheme<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/exam-date\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CLAT Exam Date<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/best-books\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best Books for CLAT Preparation<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/syllabus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Syllabus PDF<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/eligibility\/\"><strong>CLAT Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/exam-pattern\/\"><strong>CLAT Exam Pattern<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/eligibility\/age-limit\/\"><strong>CLAT Age Limit<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat\/cut-off\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT cut-offs<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-cbe8acec4bd9e4cd8d1393062982f0b2\"><strong>CNLU Admission Tips from Experts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Focus on CLAT Mock Tests More Than Anything Else<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To secure admission in CNLU Patna, you must consistently solve full-length <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/test-series\/clat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CLAT mock tests<\/a><\/strong>. They help you build exam temperament, improve your accuracy, and give you a clear idea of the score needed to reach the CNLU cut-off ranks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Prepare Category Certificates &amp; Documents Well in Advance<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Since CNLU follows the Bihar Reservation Act, category documents play a major role during counselling. Ensure your domicile, EWS, OBC\/EBC, or caste certificate is updated and in the required format to avoid delays or rejection during verification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Choose CNLU High in Your CLAT Preference List<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want a strong chance of securing CNLU Patna, keep it higher in your preference order during CLAT counselling. Many students lose their preferred NLU due to incorrect or confusing preference choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Track CNLU Notifications for 3-Year LLB<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re applying for the 3-Year LLB, keep an eye on the CNLU-ET notifications. Exam dates, syllabus, and procedures are released directly by the university and fill up faster than expected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Keep Original Documents Ready for Reporting Day<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>CNLU strictly verifies every document before final admission. Missing documents like migration certificates, mark sheets, or identity proof can delay your reporting or cause avoidable complications during seat confirmation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Stay Updated on CLAT Counselling Rounds &amp; Withdrawal Dates<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Seat allocations change every round. If you\u2019re aiming for CNLU, follow all deadlines, especially withdrawal and upgrade windows, to avoid losing your chance unintentionally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong><em>Also Checkout: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/national-law-universities\/cnlu-patna\/placements\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CNLU Patna Placements<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-52b094c9a35492ad67d7f93f7fa06401\"><strong>Why Choose CNLU Patna?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Strong NLU Reputation in Eastern India<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>CNLU Patna is a well-established National Law University that offers a balanced mix of academics, internships, and discipline, making it a preferred choice for students across Bihar and neighbouring states.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Excellent Campus Infrastructure &amp; Accessibility<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Spread across a clean and well-maintained campus, CNLU offers modern classrooms, a well-equipped library, sports facilities, and accessible infrastructure, giving students a comfortable academic environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Affordable NLU Fees Compared to Many Other NLUs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/national-law-universities\/cnlu-patna\/fees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CNLU\u2019s fee structure<\/a><\/strong> is comparatively lower, which makes it a strong option for students seeking quality legal education with lesser financial burden across 5 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Academic Discipline and Structured Curriculum<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The university follows a rigorous academic calendar, focuses on legal writing, moots, and research, and ensures a disciplined environment that supports serious law aspirants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Good Internship Exposure Through CDC &amp; Faculty Support<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>CNLU\u2019s Career Development Cell helps students connect with law firms, NGOs, litigation offices, and companies, ensuring meaningful internship opportunities across all semesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Ideal Option for Bihar Domicile Candidates<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With nearly 50% reservation under the Bihar quota, CNLU becomes an excellent opportunity for Bihar students aiming for a top NLU with strong academic grounding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/free-clat-notes-bundle\/?utm_source=SEO&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=national-law-universities-cnlu-patna-admission\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"374\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/free-clat-notes-bundle.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39586\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-97087734f2003f47dbda3d238d538855\"><strong>FAQs About CNLU Patna Admission<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764653337689\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How can I get admission in CNLU Patna?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can get admission to BA LLB and BBA LLB through CLAT, to LLM through CLAT-PG, and to the 3-Year LLB (Hons.) through the CNLU Entrance Test (CNLU-ET).<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764653359206\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the entrance exam for CNLU Patna?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">CLAT\/CLAT-PG is required for UG and LLM. The CNLU-ET is required for the 3-Year LLB programme.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764653378208\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is CLAT mandatory for CNLU?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, CLAT is mandatory for BA LLB, BBA LLB, and LLM admissions.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764653393469\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does CNLU offer reservation for Bihar students?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, CNLU follows the Bihar Reservation Act, reserving nearly 50% of seats for various Bihar categories.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764653413392\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the CNLU-ET exam?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">CNLU-ET is the official entrance exam conducted by CNLU exclusively for admission to the 3-Year LLB (Hons.) programme.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764653478255\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is hostel available for all courses?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Hostel is available for UG and LLM students, but not provided for 3-Year LLB students.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764653496133\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is CNLU Patna government or private?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">CNLU Patna is a National Law University (NLU), established under the Government of Bihar.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764653511000\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How competitive is admission to CNLU?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Admission is competitive, especially for general category seats, because the university receives thousands of CLAT applications each year.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764653527115\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I get direct admission without CLAT?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No direct admission is allowed for UG or LLM. Only the 3-Year LLB is admitted through CNLU-ET, not management quota.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-background\"><strong>Important Resources for CLAT PG Preparation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/clat-pg-online-coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Online CLAT PG Coaching<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat-pg\/answer-key\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CLAT PG 2026 Answer Key<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat-pg\/previous-year-papers\/2026-pdf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CLAT PG 2026 Question Paper<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat-pg\/previous-year-papers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT PG Previous Year Question Papers<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat-pg\/eligibility-criteria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CLAT PG Eligibility Criteria<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat-pg\/admit-card\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT PG Admit Card<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat-pg\/cut-off\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT PG Cut Off<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat-pg\/exam-pattern\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CLAT PG Exam Pattern<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/clat-pg\/syllabus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CLAT PG Syllabus<\/a><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/test-series\/clat-pg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CLAT PG Mock Test<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-background\"><strong>Explore CLAT coaching centers across different cities:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/jaipur\/clat-coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Coaching in Jaipur<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/lucknow\/clat-coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Coaching in Lucknow<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/noida\/clat-coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Coaching in Noida<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/agra\/clat-coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Coaching in Agra<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/jodhpur\/clat-coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Coaching in Jodhpur<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/bangalore\/clat-coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Coaching in Bangalore<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/kanpur\/clat-coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Coaching in Kanpur<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/ghaziabad\/clat-coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Coaching in Ghaziabad<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/bhopal\/clat-coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Coaching in Bhopal<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/mumbai\/clat-coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Coaching in Mumbai<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/prayagraj\/clat-coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Coaching in Prayagraj<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/varanasi\/clat-coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Coaching in Varanasi<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/indore\/clat-coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Coaching in Indore<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/gwalior\/clat-coaching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CLAT Coaching in Gwalior<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a 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