National Law University Odisha (NLUO), established in 2009 under the National Law University Odisha Act, is a premier law institution located in Cuttack, Odisha. The university is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Bar Council of India (BCI). It offers interdisciplinary legal education, integrating social, political, and economic contexts.
Admissions to the undergraduate and postgraduate programs are based on the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) scores.
NLUO has been consistently ranked among the top law universities in India. In the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024, it secured the 9th position among law colleges.
The university has a dedicated placement cell that facilitates internships and job placements. Top recruiters include leading law firms, corporate houses, and government organizations. The highest package offered has been in the range of ₹15-18 lakhs per annum, with an average package of ₹8-12 lakhs per annum.
NLUO offers merit-cum-means scholarships for undergraduate students. A scholarship of ₹1,00,000 is awarded to students whose total family income does not exceed ₹5,00,000 per annum.
The university provides separate hostels for male and female students. Each hostel is equipped with necessary amenities, including Wi-Fi connectivity, common rooms, and recreational facilities. The annual hostel fee is ₹30,000, with an additional mess deposit of ₹5,000 per annum.