Shiv Nadar University Chennai Announces Admissions for Integrated Law Program
India 2025 – Shiv Nadar University Chennai launched the Shiv Nadar School of Law, its latest academic initiative in 2024, and is now accepting applications for the second incoming batch of the integrated B.A., LL.B. program, for the academic year 2025-26. With a focus on nurturing ethical, globally competent, and socially responsible legal professionals, the program combines a true-blue liberal arts program with a unique pedagogy for law that focuses on niche legal skills. Applications can be submitted online at apply.snuchennaiadmissions.com.
Shiv Nadar School of Law was established under the Shiv Nadar Foundation’s vision to redefine legal education in India. The program is designed to develop critical thinking, analytical skills, and a global perspective on legal issues, ensuring students are well-prepared to address real-world challenges. To enhance practical understanding, 20% of the faculty comprises leading national and international legal practitioners, bringing real-world insights into the classroom. Dean and Professor Shiv Swaminathan highlighted the transformative goals of the program, stating, “What sets the Shiv Nadar School of Law apart is our world-class faculty, which is drawn from the world’s leading universities like Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, Princeton, Yale etc. and our emphasis on imparting niche, enduring and highly employable skills. Our unique curriculum seeks to empower students to tackle complex legal challenges and drive meaningful change in society.”
The Shiv Nadar School of Law will provide students with extensive career support through annual internships and a dedicated placement team, preparing them not just for their first job but for a lifelong career in law. Students will also benefit from the resources and intellectual environment of the Shiv Nadar University Chennai campus, which spans 230 acres and features state-of-the-art libraries and world-class research facilities.
Eligibility:
Students will be shortlisted for interviews on the basis of any one of the following criteria:
- CLAT Score
[OR]
- Any major law entrance examination (an indicative list includes LNAT, AILET, SLAT, MH CET Law, TN LAWCET, AP LAWCET)
[OR]
- Grades of class 10 and 12. Students can apply with class 10 score if class 12 score is not available at the time of application.
Application Deadlines:
Applications opened on Jan 1, 2025. Admission decisions will be made on a rolling basis.
Application Process: The application process is straightforward, with a non-refundable fee of INR 1,500. Interested candidates can find detailed information and apply through the admissions portal at law.snuchennai.edu.in/admissions.
Tuition Fees & Scholarship: Tuition fee for Indian students is INR 4,95,000/-, with an additional one-time admission fee of INR 20,000. Generous scholarships, including some full tuition waivers, will be offered to up to one-third of the incoming batch, ensuring financial accessibility for deserving students.
Prospective students are encouraged to seize this opportunity to join a transformative program that aims to shape the future of legal education in India. Apply now to embark on a rewarding journey toward a distinguished legal career.
