SNLU Gangtok Admission 2026

Sikkim National Law University
Gangtok, Sikkim · SNLU Gangtok · Estd. 2018
UG Closed PG Closed PhD Open
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SNLU 2026-27 application portal closed 12 Jun 2026; consolidated applicant lists for BA LLB (Hons.) and LLM published 17 Jun, entrance test 28 Jun and first merit list 6 Jul (sikkimnlu.ac.in/admission-2026). Updated: 2026-06-19

About Sikkim National Law University

Sikkim National Law University (SNLU), established in 2018 by an Act of the Sikkim state legislature, is the 25th National Law University of India. Located at Burtuk, Gangtok, SNLU is a participant in the Consortium of NLUs and one of the newer NLUs serving the NE region.

SNLU offers a 5-year integrated BA LLB (Hons.) programme. The university focuses on Constitutional Law, Tribal Rights (relevant to Sikkim's indigenous Lepcha/Bhutia/Nepali communities), Environmental Law and Comparative Legal Systems. Recognised by Bar Council of India (BCI).

BA LLB (Hons) admissions through CLAT UG conducted by Consortium of NLUs. PhD through SNLU PhD entrance. Sikkim state quota of 25% within CLAT merit for Sikkim domicile candidates.

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

Entrance Exams

Admission via CUET

CLAT UG
Conducted by Consortium of National Law Universities

SNLU Gangtok admissions to BA LLB (Hons) are exclusively through CLAT UG. PhD through SNLU PhD entrance.

Eligibility

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

Important Dates

Event Date Stage Portal Status
Closing of University Admission Portal (BA LLB & LLM) TBA – 12 Jun 2026 — — Closed
Publication of Consolidated List of Applicants 17 Jun 2026 — — Out
SNLU Entrance Test 2026 28 Jun 2026 — — Upcoming
Publication of First Merit List 06 Jul 2026 — — Upcoming
Commencement of Academic Session 03 Aug 2026 — — 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.

SNLU merit-cum-means scholarships, NLU consortium financial aid, Sikkim state scholarships, NE Council fellowships, Central Sector Scholarship.

Reservations

Sikkim state quota 25% within CLAT merit; SC 15%, ST 7.5% (Lepcha/Bhutia preference), OBC 27%, EWS 10%, PwBD 5%.

Results & Merit Lists

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission process at Sikkim National Law University?
Sikkim National Law University admits students primarily through CLAT UG. 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 Sikkim National Law University?
For 2026, the application fee is ₹4000 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹3500 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
When does Sikkim National Law University declare its cutoff?
Cutoffs at Sikkim 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 Sikkim National Law University accept CLAT UG scores?
Yes. Sikkim National Law University uses CUET scores as the primary basis for UG and PG admission via NTA's Common University Entrance Test.