Admission Process Overview
The admission process for the Law program at The Svkms Nmims Global University Dhule is designed to identify and select students who demonstrate academic excellence, critical thinking abilities, and a strong interest in legal education. The process follows a structured timeline that begins with application submission and concludes with seat acceptance, ensuring fairness and transparency throughout.
Eligibility Criteria
Category | Qualifying Exam | Minimum Percentage in 12th Grade | Subject Combinations | Age Limit |
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General | Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) or equivalent | 60% | Any combination with English as a subject | 25 years (as on 31st December of the admission year) |
EWS | HSC or equivalent | 55% | Any combination with English as a subject | 25 years (as on 31st December of the admission year) |
OBC-NCL | HSC or equivalent | 50% | Any combination with English as a subject | 25 years (as on 31st December of the admission year) |
SC | HSC or equivalent | 45% | Any combination with English as a subject | 25 years (as on 31st December of the admission year) |
ST | HSC or equivalent | 45% | Any combination with English as a subject | 25 years (as on 31st December of the admission year) |
PwD (General) | HSC or equivalent | 45% | Any combination with English as a subject | 25 years (as on 31st December of the admission year) |
PwD (EWS) | HSC or equivalent | 40% | Any combination with English as a subject | 25 years (as on 31st December of the admission year) |
PwD (OBC-NCL) | HSC or equivalent | 40% | Any combination with English as a subject | 25 years (as on 31st December of the admission year) |
PwD (SC) | HSC or equivalent | 40% | Any combination with English as a subject | 25 years (as on 31st December of the admission year) |
PwD (ST) | HSC or equivalent | 40% | Any combination with English as a subject | 25 years (as on 31st December of the admission year) |
Application Process
The application process for the Law program begins with the submission of an online application form through the university's official portal. Applicants must complete the following steps:
- Visit the official website and navigate to the admission section
- Create a user account and fill in personal details including name, date of birth, contact information, and educational qualifications
- Select the program of interest (LLB) and specify the category for which they wish to apply
- Upload required documents including mark sheets, certificates, identity proof, and photograph
- Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway using debit card, credit card, or net banking
- Review all information carefully before submitting the application form
- Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference
Selection Process
The selection process is based on merit ranking derived from the qualifying examination scores. For students appearing in national-level entrance examinations such as JEE Advanced or JEE Main, the scores are considered along with their academic performance in 12th grade. The university follows a transparent and fair selection process that ensures all eligible candidates have equal opportunities for admission.
Admission Timeline
The admission timeline for the Law program is as follows:
- Application opening: First week of June
- Last date for application submission: Third week of June
- Entrance examination (if applicable): Fourth week of June
- Result declaration: First week of July
- Counseling process: Second week of July
- Seat acceptance deadline: Third week of July
Document Verification
After the counseling process, selected candidates must undergo document verification at the university campus. The required documents include:
- Original mark sheets and certificates of 10th and 12th grade
- Passport-size photographs (5 copies)
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Income certificate (for EWS category)
- Disability certificate (for PwD candidates)
- Migration certificate (if applicable)
- Residence certificate
- Passport copy (for international students)
Counseling Process
The counseling process is conducted in a computerized environment and involves the following steps:
- Selection of preferred programs and categories based on merit rank
- Display of available seats and corresponding closing ranks
- Filling of choices in the order of preference
- Generation of seat allotment based on merit and availability
- Payment of admission fee for confirmed seats
- Verification of documents and final confirmation of admission
Choice Filling Strategy
For aspirants preparing for admission to the Law program, it is crucial to develop a strategic approach to choice filling during counseling. The following guidelines are recommended:
- Analyze the previous years' opening and closing ranks to understand the trend
- Consider your rank in relation to the available seats and their respective closing ranks
- Balance your preferences between safety, mid-tier, and stretch choices
- Take into account the location preferences of different campuses
- Review the fee structure and other facilities offered by each program
- Ensure that you are eligible for the categories you select
Previous Years' Rank Data
Year | Category | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
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2024 | General | 1250 | 3500 |
2024 | EWS | 1800 | 4200 |
2024 | OBC-NCL | 2500 | 5200 |
2024 | SC | 3800 | 6500 |
2024 | ST | 4200 | 7000 |
2024 | PwD (General) | 3500 | 6800 |
2024 | PwD (EWS) | 4000 | 7200 |
2023 | General | 1100 | 3200 |
2023 | EWS | 1600 | 3900 |
2023 | OBC-NCL | 2300 | 4800 |
2023 | SC | 3500 | 6000 |
2023 | ST | 3900 | 6600 |
2023 | PwD (General) | 3200 | 6300 |
2023 | PwD (EWS) | 3700 | 6800 |
2022 | General | 950 | 2800 |
2022 | EWS | 1400 | 3500 |
2022 | OBC-NCL | 2100 | 4400 |
2022 | SC | 3200 | 5500 |
2022 | ST | 3600 | 6100 |
2022 | PwD (General) | 2900 | 5800 |
2022 | PwD (EWS) | 3400 | 6300 |