NUJS Kolkata (National National University of Juridical Sciences): Your Guide to Courses, Admissions, Fees, Placements & Scholarships

Overview: NUJS Kolkata, formally known as the West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences (WBNUJS), is a premier law institution in India.

This blog provides a comprehensive guide to NUJS Kolkata, covering its courses, admissions, eligibility criteria, fees, and seat matrix. It also delves into campus facilities, committees, scholarships, placements, and alumni achievements, highlighting the university's excellence in legal education.

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NUJS Kolkata – Introduction  

NUJS Kolkata was established in 1999 under the WBNUJS Act of 1999 and adopted by the WB Legislature in July 1999. The BCI (Bar Council of India) granted it a permanent affiliation in July 2005.  

NUJS Kolkata is one of the Premier Law Institutes in India and has consistently ranked among the country's top law schools.   

It is recognized for its exceptional academic rigour and achievements. It has consistently ranked among the top law schools in the country.

With a mission to empower youth through high-quality legal education,

NUJS Kolkata focuses on interdisciplinary learning, research, and ethical training.

Its sprawling campus in Salt Lake City, Kolkata, offers state-of-the-art facilities, a diverse curriculum, and a vibrant student community committed to achieving excellence in legal studies. 

Mission Statement:  NUJS Kolkata describes its mission as  

• Youth empowerment is achieved through imparting high-quality legal knowledge, training, skills, and research.  
• Making students ready to accept new challenges in social, economic, and globalisation and turn into social engineers.  
• Enabling students to learn the interface between law, science, and technology.  
• Promoting innovation in teaching, learning and community service.  
• To cooperate with other institutions of higher learning in legal education, training and research in law, justice, social development, and allied subjects. 

Vision Statement: NUJS Kolkata describes its vision as follows:  

• Providing legal education from a national and international perspective and making the University a centre of excellence for lifelong learning.  
• Enabling students to learn impactfully towards interdisciplinary knowledge and research-based justice-oriented ethical learning.   

Leadership at NLU Kolkata:  

• Justice Sanjiv Khanna (Chief Justice of India) is the chancellor of NUJS Kolkata. He is also the Patron-in-Chief of the National Legal Services Authority and the Chairperson of the National Judicial Academy, Bhopal.  
• Dr Nirmal Kanti Chakrabarti serves as the vice chancellor of NUJS Kolkata. In 2017 and 2018, he received the Max Planck Institute of Foreign and International Criminal Law, Freiburg, Germany, Research Scholarship. 

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NUJS Kolkata Rankings

• In the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024, NUJS secured the 4th position in the 'Law' category, maintaining this rank for the second consecutive year.
• India Today ranked NUJS 2nd among law colleges in 2024, reflecting its sustained excellence in legal education.
• The Week also placed NUJS at 4th position in its 2024 rankings for law colleges.

NUJS Kolkata admission procedure 

NUJS Kolkata admits students through CLAT (Common Law Admission Test), one of India's most competitive law entrance exams. Below is the step-by-step process to avail of admission to WBNUJS:  

1. CLAT Registration: Candidates should register for CLAT through its official website only, fill out the application form, upload the necessary documents, and pay the application fee.   
2. CLAT Preparation: Candidates must prepare for the CLAT since it can be among the most challenging and competitive exams.  
3. CLAT Exam structure: The aptitude of the CLAT candidate is tested in various areas, such as legal reasoning, logical reasoning, English, quantitative techniques, and general knowledge.  
4. CLAT Examination: Appear for the CLAT as per the schedule.  
5. CLAT Result: Candidates are shortlisted for CLAT counselling based on the scores obtained in the exam.  
6. Counselling and Seat Allotment: Based on CLAT scores, candidates must participate in the counselling process, select NUJS Kolkata as a preference, and complete the admission formalities if a seat is allotted. 

Documents Required for Admission to NUJS Kolkata

The following documents are required for CLAT registration for NUJS Kolkata: 

• CLAT scorecard 
• CLAT Admit card signed by the invigilator during the exam 
• Domicile certificate (if applicable) 
• Transfer certificate 
• Migration Certificate 
• Character Certificate  
• Scanned photograph 
• 12th Marksheet 
• Caste Certificate (If Applicable) 
• 10th Marksheet 
• Address proof 
• Category Certificate (if applicable) 

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NUJS Kolkata Eligibility Criteria 

• To secure admission at NUJS Kolkata, candidates must pass 10+2 with a minimum of 45% (40% for reserved categories).
• There is no upper age limit under this programme.
• The result of the qualifying examination (10+2) must be submitted by the candidate at the time of admission, failing which the candidate shall be ineligible for admission to the respective course for which they have applied.   

Courses offered at NUJS Kolkata

At NUJS Kolkata, you have the following courses available: 

• 5-year integrated B.A.LL.B (Hons): The course will revolve around subjects like Legal Methods, Law of Torts, Law of Crimes, Constitutional Law and many more. It will offer optional courses for students, such as consumer law, insurance law, investment law, corporate criminal liability, and many more.  
• 5-year integrated B.Sc. (Hons) in Criminology & Forensic Science: The courses content of this course at NUJS Kolkata will consist of subjects like legal menthids, Contract law, company law, jurisprudence & many more. The elective papers will include subjects like the Prevention of Corruption Act, POCSO, NDPS Act, FERA & many more.  
• 1-Year LLM: It offers specialisations in Corporate and Commercial Law, International Law, Comparative Law, Criminal and Security Law, Intellectual Property Law, and law and Technology.  
• 2-Year LLM: NUJS Kolkata offers a 2-year LLM in subjects like Data Science and Data Protection Law. Students will gain a solid grounding in the principles of data science and information technology to enable them to understand the technical underpinnings of the legal issues they will encounter.  
• PhD: NUJS Kolkata offers PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) in the field of law/political science/ history)  
• LL.D Degree Programme: To do an LL.D Programme at NUJS Kolkata, the candidate must have a PhD in law from any recognized university. The candidate must have published at least ten articles in peer-reviewed/refereed journals as the primary author and shall submit a research proposal. 

Academics at NUJS Kolkata

The West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences (NUJS), Kolkata, follows a rigorous and comprehensive academic curriculum to produce highly competent legal professionals.

Research and Centers of Excellence

NUJS maintains several research centres that promote interdisciplinary studies and policy-oriented research in the following areas:

• Centre for Human Rights and Development
• Centre for Gender Justice
• Centre for Financial and Corporate Laws
• Centre for WTO Law and Dispute Resolution

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Teaching Methodology

• Case Study Approach: This approach encourages practical learning through real-life case analysis.
• Interactive Learning: Classes are discussions and debates that encourage critical thinking.
• Research-Oriented Projects: Students are required to undertake research papers and assignments.
• Clinical Legal Education: NUJS emphasizes hands-on legal training through moot courts, internships, and legal aid activities.

Faculty

• NUJS boasts highly qualified faculty members with expertise in various law and allied disciplines. Many faculty members are internationally acclaimed researchers and practitioners.

International Collaborations

NUJS collaborates with several global institutions, allowing for:

• Student exchange programs.
• Joint research initiatives.
• Access to international legal resources.

Extracurriculars

NUJS actively encourages participation in the following:

• Moot court competitions.
• Legal aid clinics.
• Debating societies.
• Seminars and conferences.

NUJS Kolkata provides an academically enriching and holistic environment, making it one of India's most sought-after law schools.

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NUJS Kolkata fee Structure

At NUJS Kolkata, the Fees for B.A/B.Sc with LLB courses is subject to revision on a real-time basis as per the University Circular. The figures are listed below:   

S.NO	Fee Components	1st Year	2nd Year	3rd Year	4th Year	5th Year
1	NRI/NRI Sponsored/FN Students	USD   11,940	USD 11,520	USD 11,520	USD 11,520	USD 11,520
The below figures are listed in Rupees
2	Gen/SC/ST/OBC/PWD/J&K Students	3,55,900	3,21,900	3,21,900	3,21,900	3,21,900
3	Hostel Room Rent	60,000	60,000	60,000	60,000	60,000
4	Hostel Food Charges (as per actual basis)	0	0	0	0	0
	TOTAL	4,15,900	3,81,900	3,81,900	3,81,900	3,81,900

NUJS Kolkata Seats & Seat Matrix  

WBNUJS has released 133 seats for admission to the B.A.LL. B (Hons.) program & 64 seats have been released for admission in the B.Sc.LL.B (Hons.) program. The total number of seats under the LLM programme is 100 seats. 

The seat matrix for different programmes is as follows: 

SEAT ALLOCATION UNDER B.A.LL.B (Hons.) Programme  

Category	All India	WB Domicile	Total
General	51	22	73
SC	10	10	20
ST	6	2	8
OBC	-	7	7
Foreign Nationals	2	-	2
NRI/NRI Sponsored Seats	20	-	20
JK (supernumerary seats)	2	-	2
Pwd (Horizontal)	4	2	6 (Horizontal)
TOTAL	91	41	132

SEAT ALLOCATION UNDER B.Sc.LL.B (Hons.) Programme  

Category	All India	WB Domicile	Total
General	23	9	32
SC	6	5	11
ST	3	1	4
OBC	-	3	3
Foreign Nationals	2	-	2
NRI/NRI Sponsored Seats	10	-	10
JK (supernumerary seats)	2	-	2
Pwd (Horizontal)	2	1	3 (Horizontal)
TOTAL	46	18	64

SEAT ALLOCATION UNDER LLM Programme  

Category	All India	WB Domicile	Total
General	54	15	69
SC	11	7	18
ST	5	2	7
OBC	-	6	6
Foreign Nationals	2	-	2
Pwd (Horizontal)	3	2	5
TOTAL	70	30	100
Foreign Nationals			2

WB NUJS Cut-Off 

NUJS Kolkata cut-off is calculated based on several factors, such as the difficulty level of the exam, the number of candidates who appeared for the exam, and the availability of seats in each college. Please don't rely solely on the previous year's cutoff; it changes yearly. 

NUJS Kolkata	General (Opening Rank - Closing Rank)	OBC (Opening Rank - Closing Rank)	SC (Opening Rank - Closing Rank)	ST (Opening Rank - Closing Rank)
WBNUJS [BA LLB]	140-279	Reserved for WB Domicile	2056-4503	2856-8860
WBNUJS [BSc LLB]	289-1010	Reserved for WB Domicile	4663-8958	11405-11917

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NUJS Kolkata Campus Facilities  

THE NUJS Kolkata campus is spread over 5 acres of land. It offers a mix of the following facilities: 

• Guest House Facility 
• In-house gymnasium 
• Auditorium 
• NUJS Library has more than 30,000 books. 
• Full air-conditioned conference rooms 
• Two huge lecture theatres 
• Doctor on campus available thrice a week  
• Counsellor Facility & psychiatric services to students to help them cope with personal problems to achieve their educational goals successfully. 
• Computer & High-speed internet facility 
• Photocopying & Printing services in the library.  
• Access to legal databases for students and faculties like JSTOR, Hein Online, Westlaw, Lexis Nexis, and Manupatra. 
• 24*7 CCTV surveillance  

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NUJS Kolkata Hostel Facility  

• Separate hostels for boys & girls  
• Can accommodate up to 500 students 
• A mess facility is available and managed by a mess committee composed of students.  
• Shared dining area with television 

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NUJS Kolkata Committees & Cells

NUJS Kolkata has several committees and cells catering to various academic, extracurricular, and administrative needs. Here’s an overview of the key committees and cells often associated with NUJS:

1. Student Committees

These are student-driven bodies that focus on various aspects of campus life:

• Student Juridical Association (SJA): Represents the student body and addresses student concerns.
• Cultural Committee: Organizes cultural events, including the university’s annual fest.
• Sports Committee: Organizes sports activities and events, including inter-college competitions.
• Debating Society: This society encourages debating culture and organizes moot courts, debates, and MUNs (Model United Nations).

2. Moot Court Society

• Organizes participation in national and international moot court competitions.
• Trains and organizes intra-college mooting events.
• Hosts the most coveted moot court competitions, such as the NUJS Herbert Smith Freehills Moot.

3. Placement and Internship Committee

• Manages placements and internships for students.
• Builds and maintains relationships with law firms, corporations, and NGOs.

4. Research Centers and Cells

NUJS has specialized research centres and cells that focus on niche legal and interdisciplinary areas:

• Centre for Human Rights and Citizenship Studies
• Centre for Gender Justice
• Centre for Environmental Law
• Centre for Criminal Justice and Administration
• Centre for Regulatory Studies, Governance, and Public Policy

5. Legal Aid Society

• Works on providing legal assistance to underprivileged communities.
• Organizes legal literacy camps and pro bono initiatives.

6. Journal Committees

• NUJS Law Review: Editorial board for the university’s flagship law journal.
• Other niche journals focus on specific areas of law (e.g., corporate law, IP law).

7. Library Committee

• Ensures smooth functioning of library resources and addresses student grievances regarding library services.

8. IT Committee

• Manages IT infrastructure and resolves technical issues.
• Develops platforms for student use, such as placement portals.

9. Anti-Ragging Committee

• Ensures a ragging-free environment on campus and takes strict action against violators.

10. Grievance Redressal Cell

• Addresses complaints from students and staff about academic or administrative issues.

11. Environmental Cell

• Promotes sustainable practices on campus.
• Organizes tree plantation drives and awareness campaigns.

12. Alumni Committee

• Connects students with the alumni network.
• Organizes alum meetups and leverages the alumni network for internships and placements.

13. Other Committees

• Cultural and Fest Organizing Committee: Manages the university’s annual cultural and literary fest.
• Disciplinary Committee: Handles disciplinary matters and maintains decorum on campus.
• Equal Opportunity Cell: It ensures the inclusion and equitable access of students with disabilities.

These committees and cells collaborate to ensure that the students are holistically developed and that NUJS functions smoothly as an institution.

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Scholarships at NUJS Kolkata

NUJS Kolkata offers various scholarships to support students, primarily based on merit and financial need. Here’s a detailed overview of the scholarships available at NUJS:

1. Government-Funded Scholarships

Students at NUJS can apply for several scholarships offered by the Central and State Governments. Common options include:

National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Scholarships:

• Scholarships for SC/ST/OBC students.
• Scholarships for students from economically weaker sections.
• Minority scholarships like Maulana Azad National Scholarship for Girls.

West Bengal Government Scholarships:

• Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship: For meritorious students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
• Kanyashree Prakalpa Scheme: For female students pursuing higher education.

Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships for College and University Students:

• For students scoring in the top percentile in Class XII exams.

2. NUJS Institutional Scholarships

NUJS offers several internal scholarships funded by the university, alumni, or benefactors:

Merit-cum-Means Scholarships:

• Awarded to students based on academic performance and financial need.
• Usually, it covers tuition fees, partially or fully.

Fee Waivers:

• Full or partial fee waivers are available for students from economically weaker sections.
• Determined on a case-by-case basis after a thorough assessment.

3. Alumni-Sponsored Scholarships

NUJS has a strong alumni network, and alumni fund some scholarships to support students:

Alumni Financial Assistance Programs:

• Offers support to students in need, covering academic expenses or living costs.

4. Scholarships from Private Organizations and NGOs

NUJS students can also apply for scholarships offered by private organizations or NGOs. Some examples include:

Aditya Birla Scholarship:

• For meritorious law students in top law schools in India.
• Covers a significant portion of academic expenses.

Jindal Foundation Scholarships:

• Supports students from economically weaker sections.

Inlaks Scholarships:

• This is for students pursuing legal research or academic pursuits abroad after graduation.

Tata Trust Scholarships:

• Assists law students with excellent academic records.

5. Research and Fellowship Grants

For students engaged in legal research, NUJS and external bodies provide research fellowships and grants:

Centre for Human Rights Research Fellowships:

• Offers stipends to students working on human rights projects.

Centre-Specific Grants:

• Research centres like the Centre for Gender Justice or the Centre for Environmental Law offer stipends for select projects.

6. Other Financial Aid Options

Education Loans with Subsidized Interest Rates:

• NUJS has tie-ups with banks that offer subsidized education loans to students.

Internship Stipends and Work Opportunities:

• Students can apply for paid internships or research assistant positions within NUJS to support themselves.

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NUJS Kolkata Placements  

The West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences offers the average CTC of 13 LPA with 80+ students placed, and the highest package is 20 LPA.  

Firms like CAM, Trilegal, SAM, AZB, Khaitan & Indus Law visit for campus recruitment. As per the 2023 record,17 students took up litigation while only 1 chose clerkship.  

NUJS Kolkata Alumni Network 

West Bengal National University of Judicial Sciences has the most notable alumni network. Its alumni are partners at prestigious firms like Khaitan & Co, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co., Sagar Associates, and more. Their alumni are also in magic circle firms like Linklaters, Allen Overy, and more.  

Some of the Notable Alumni Members include:  

• Justice M.N.Venkatachaliah  
• Mr.K.K.Venugopal  
• Mr. Vinod Rai (CAG)  
• Justice Michael Kirby  

NUJS Kolkata: Vision for the future  

NUJS Kolkata's vision will always be to provide legal education from national and international perspectives.

The university will always stand strong as a pillar of excellence for lifelong learning.

It will enable the students to enjoy impactful learning combined with interdisciplinary knowledge and research-based, justice-oriented ethical learning. 

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NUJS Address 

NLU Kolkata is in Salt Lake City, Kolkata, also known as the IT Hub of Eastern India. The address is 12, LB Block, Sector III, Salt Lake City, Kolkata – 700106.  

The contact details include:  +91 -33 - 25694700 - 30 

Conclusion  

NUJS Kolkata stands as a beacon of excellence in legal education, consistently shaping professionals who excel nationally and internationally.

With its dynamic level curriculum, experienced nature of faculty, and several facilities, the institution not only fosters academic growth but also emphasizes the holistic development of its students.

Its notable alumni, impressive placement records, and consistent ranking among the top law schools underscore its commitment to producing socially responsible and competent legal professionals.

For aspiring law students, NUJS Kolkata offers a pathway to an illustrious career while contributing meaningfully to the legal and social fabric of the nation.