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NLU Tag ≠ Guaranteed Job: What the 2025 Data Really Shows

  • Writer: Khyati Shrestha
    Khyati Shrestha
  • Jul 22, 2025
  • 2 min read

Landing a spot at a National Law University (NLU) is a remarkable achievement but when it comes to final placements, the actual outcomes might surprise you. The latest placement figures from 2025 reveal an important truth: being from an NLU doesn’t automatically translate to a job offer.


Key Placement Stats from Leading NLUs (2025)

University

Total Students

Students Placed

% Placed

Highest Package

NUALS Kochi

Not reported

20

Not disclosed

Not disclosed

MNLU Mumbai

120

42

35%

₹25 lakh

RMLNLU Lucknow

176

30

17%

₹22.5 lakh

NLU Odisha

80 (participated)

50

62.5%

₹22.5 lakh

  • RMLNLU Lucknow: Out of 176 students, only 30 secured placements—just over 17%. Most didn’t participate in placements, but even among those who did, only half received jobs.


  • MNLU Mumbai: 42 of 120 found jobs through placements—a little over one-third of the batch.


  • NLU Odisha: 50 of 80 students who opted in secured jobs, an above-average rate compared to peers, but still evidence that jobs are not universal.


  • NUALS Kochi: Latest report confirms 20 placements, with no detailed statistics on the total eligible.


The Real Message: Numbers Speak Louder Than Hype

  • Many NLUs see less than half their batch placed through campus recruitment.

  • Selective recruiting by top law firms and large corporates leaves many students to seek opportunities via off-campus routes, higher studies, or alternative careers.


Why Do Some NLU Graduates Miss Out?

  • Not all students participate—some choose higher studies, exams, or alternate career explorations. But even among those who do, the competition is intense.

  • Top salaries highlight exceptional outcomes, not average results. Median figures (like ₹10.5–₹14.33 lakh) show the true middle ground.

  • Recruiters hire selectively, prioritizing internships, practical skills, and job-readiness over just the reputation of your law school.


Why Career Guidance Matters—No Matter Your College

These numbers prove that your law school alone doesn’t guarantee a job. It’s your strategy, preparation, and skills that set you apart.

  • Get guidance on building a stronger profile—beyond the NLU tag.

  • Learn how to draft your CV/ Cover Letter, position your profile, approach recruiters, crack interviews, and unlock opportunities customized for your strengths.

  • Develop a plan that’s responsive to industry trends and realistic about market competition.


Success is built not just on “where” you study, but on “how” you prepare.

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Placement data as reported by Bar & Bench’s Recruitment Tracker and recent media releases.


 
 
 

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