Admission Process
The admission process for the Law program at M K University Patan is designed to select academically qualified candidates who demonstrate potential for success in legal studies and professional practice.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Exam | Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) or equivalent with minimum 50% aggregate marks |
| Age Limit | Minimum age: 17 years, Maximum age: 25 years (with relaxation for reserved categories) |
| Subject Combination | Any combination of subjects from Arts, Commerce, or Science streams |
| Passing Year | Must have passed the qualifying examination in the current year or within the last two years |
| Nationality | Indian citizen or OCI holder (for international applicants) |
| Physical Fitness | Must meet physical fitness standards for legal practice |
Application Procedure
The application process involves the following stages:
- Online registration on the university portal with valid email ID and mobile number
- Filling out the application form with personal, academic, and parental details
- Uploading scanned copies of required documents (mark sheet, certificate, passport size photograph, signature)
- Paying the application fee via net banking or debit/credit card
- Generating and printing the acknowledgment slip for future reference
Selection Process
Admissions are based on merit derived from performance in qualifying examinations. For candidates appearing in national-level exams, scores from those tests may be considered:
- JEE Advanced (for students pursuing technical stream)
- NEET (for students interested in medical-related law)
- State-level entrance examinations
- University-specific aptitude tests (if applicable)
Counseling Process
After the merit list is declared, candidates are invited for counseling sessions where they:
- Select their preferred branch and campus from available options
- Verify their documents before seat allocation
- Pay the admission fee to confirm the seat
- Attend a personal interview if required (for specific categories or special cases)
Admission Categories
The university follows the standard reservation policy as per government guidelines:
- General: 50% of total seats
- SC: 15% of total seats
- ST: 7.5% of total seats
- OBC-NCL: 27% of total seats
- EWS: 10% of total seats
- PwD (Persons with Disabilities): 3% of total seats
Historical Rank Analysis
The following table shows opening and closing ranks for the last seven years across various categories:
| Year | General | EWS | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | PwD (Male) | PwD (Female) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 18500 | 4200 | 7800 | 2500 | 1200 | 600 | 500 |
| 2022 | 20500 | 4800 | 8500 | 2700 | 1300 | 650 | 550 |
| 2021 | 22000 | 5200 | 9000 | 3000 | 1400 | 700 | 600 |
| 2020 | 24000 | 5800 | 9800 | 3200 | 1500 | 750 | 650 |
| 2019 | 26000 | 6500 | 10500 | 3500 | 1600 | 800 | 700 |
| 2018 | 28000 | 7000 | 11000 | 3800 | 1700 | 850 | 750 |
| 2017 | 30000 | 7500 | 11500 | 4000 | 1800 | 900 | 800 |
Preparation Strategy for Aspirants
To prepare effectively for admission to M K University Patan's Law program, aspirants should focus on:
- Strengthening core academic knowledge in subjects like English, History, Geography, Political Science, Economics, and Commerce
- Developing analytical reasoning and critical thinking skills through practice tests and mock exams
- Staying updated with current affairs, legal news, and recent court judgments
- Understanding the university's admission pattern and previous years' question papers
- Building a strong foundation in logical reasoning and comprehension
Counseling Strategy
During counseling, aspirants should:
- Review all available options carefully and prioritize branches based on personal interest and career goals
- Understand the seat allocation process and how preferences affect outcomes
- Prepare a balanced list of choices to maximize chances of securing admission
- Be ready for document verification at the time of counseling