About College/University

The National University of Advanced Legal Studies (NUALS), Kochi, established in 2005 by the Government of Kerala, is one of India’s prominent National Law Universities. The university is located at Kalamassery, Kochi, and focuses on advanced legal education, research and professional training.

NUALS offers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes in law and is recognized by the Bar Council of India and UGC. The university is known for its strong mooting culture, legal research output and growing placement record in law firms and corporate sector.

Courses

Undergraduate Programme

BA LLB (Hons)

Postgraduate Programme

LLM (various specializations)

Other Programs

PG Diploma in Law
Certificate Courses

Course Eligibility

BA LLB (Hons)
10+2 from recognized board + CLAT

LLM
LLB degree + CLAT PG (or university norms)

Ph.D.
Master’s degree in Law + entrance/interview

Fees

BA LLB (Hons)
₹2.0 – ₹2.5 L per year

LLM
₹1.8 – ₹2.2 L per year

Ph.D.
As per university norms

PG Diploma / Certificate
₹20,000 – ₹80,000

Placement

Average Package
₹6 – ₹8 LPA

Highest Package
₹15 – ₹18 LPA

Top Recruiters
AZB & Partners, Khaitan & Co., Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, Infosys Legal, ICICI Bank, law firms and corporate houses.

Admission Process

CLAT registration

University allotment

Document verification

Fee payment

Enrollment

College Highlights

✔ National Law University status
✔ Government of Kerala institution
✔ Established in 2005
✔ BCI approved law programs
✔ Strong mooting culture
✔ Located in Kochi (legal hub of Kerala)
✔ Good corporate law exposure

FAQs

Is NUALS Kochi government or private?
Government (State National Law University).

Is NUALS approved by BCI?
Yes, fully approved by Bar Council of India.

Where is NUALS located?
Kalamassery, Kochi, Kerala.

How to get BA LLB admission in NUALS?
Through CLAT.

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