GLC Mumbai Admission 2026: Process, Eligibility, Dates, & How To Apply

GLC Mumbai admission 2026 is currently in progress for all the UG law degrees. THE MH CET LLB 3 years 2026 application form last date is March 31, 2026. The entrance exam shall begin on April 1–2, 2026, for the MH CET Law 3-year LLB entrance exam, and the 5-year BA LLB exam is scheduled for May 8, 2026. GLC Mumbai PG admission will begin in late August 2026. 

For the 2026 GLC Mumbai admission to BA LLB and LLB is strictly merit-based through the MH CET Law (Maharashtra Common Entrance Test for Law) exam. Qualified candidates then go through the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) conducted by the State CET Cell, Maharashtra. For the GLC in Maharashtra PG admission 2026 depends on the Mumbai University LLM CET exam 2026. 

PG Diploma admissions are based on marks in the qualifying degree exam, followed by a personal interview. Diploma in Cyber Law admission is merit-based. GLC Mumbai does not offer any direct admission, management quota, or NRI quota seats for its degree courses. All admissions are governed by the rules of the Government of Maharashtra, the CET Cell, and the University of Mumbai.

GLC Mumbai Admission Highlights 2026

The table below shows the Government Law College Mumbai admission highlights for 2026:

GLC Mumbai has a total seat intake of around 1090 seats across all programmes. BA LLB has 240 seats (180 aided + 60 unaided), and LLB has 300 seats. The seat matrix below is based on the approved intake. 50% of UG seats are reserved for candidates from reserved categories (Maharashtra domicile only). OMS (Other Maharashtra State) candidates compete in the open category.

Note: The seat breakdowns for 2026 are subject to change as per the State Government's reservation policy. Reservation benefits are only for candidates with valid Maharashtra domicile certificates.

GLC Mumbai eligibility 2026 for admission varies by course. All applicants must be Indian nationals. Candidates from universities outside Maharashtra are treated as OMS (Other Maharashtra State) / Open category for reservation purposes. A 5% relaxation in aggregate marks applies to reserved category students (SC, ST, OBC, VJNT, SBC). There is no age limit for any course at GLC Mumbai.

Note: Candidates from boards outside Maharashtra need 5% more marks than the Maharashtra State Board cut-off. Working candidates must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of admission.

GLC Mumbai BA LLB admission 2026 is based on the score obtained in the MHCET Law Entrance Exam. Seat allotment is done through the CAP counselling process. BA LLB ( Bachelor of Legal Sciences + Bachelor of Laws) is an integrated 10-semester course open to students who have cleared Class 12 from any recognised board across India.

• Eligibility: Class 12 pass from any recognised board; minimum 45% aggregate (40% for reserved category)
• Duration: 5 years / 10 semesters
• Total Seats: 240 (180 aided + 60 unaided)
• Annual Fee:  INR 29,770 - INR 30,690 (Aided) and INR 60,270 - INR 61,190 (Unaided)
• Selection: Merit in MH CET Law 5-year, followed by CAP counselling
• Expected Cutoff 2026 (General/OMS): 118–125 marks out of 150 

GLC Mumbai LLB admission 2026 is strictly through MH CET Law 3-year, and there is no direct or management quota entry. The candidate must appear for the MH CET LAW, as CLAT scores are not considered for admission. This 3-year LLB is GLC Mumbai's flagship PG law programme, open to graduates from any discipline.

• Eligibility: Graduation (any discipline) from a recognised university; minimum 50% aggregate (45% for reserved category)
• Duration: 3 years / 6 semesters
• Total Seats: 300
• Annual Fee: INR 18,810 (Mumbai University alumni) and INR 19,730 (Other university graduates)
• Selection: Merit in MH CET Law 3-year, followed by CAP counselling
• Expected Cutoff 2026: 99th percentile or above (OMS/General category)
• CLAT score is NOT accepted; MH CET Law is mandatory

GLC Mumbai LLM admission 2026 is based on the score obtained in the Mumbai University LLM Common Entrance Test (CET). Seat allotment is strictly merit-based. LLM (Master of Laws) is a 4-semester postgraduate course offering three specialisations: Constitutional & Administrative Law, Business Law, and Intellectual Property & IT Law.

• Eligibility: LLB degree (3-year or 5-year) from a recognised university 
• Duration: 2 years / 4 semesters 
• Total Seats: 60 (20 seats per specialisation group) 
• Total Fee: INR 1,04,955 
• Selection: Merit in Mumbai University LLM CET, followed by document verification 
• Expected Cutoff 2026: Minimum qualifying score of 40 marks in MU LLM CET (30 marks for reserved categories), subject to final merit list competition

GLC Mumbai PG Diploma admission 2026 for Securities Law and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) does not require entrance exams. These 1-year specialised courses are open to graduates from any field. Admission relies strictly on academic merit and an interview assessment.

• Eligibility: Graduation (any discipline) from a recognised university.
• Duration: 1 year.
• Total Seats: 110 (60 for Securities Law; 50 for IPR).
• Annual Fee: INR 45,500 for Securities Law; INR 10,635 for IPR.
• Selection: Evaluation of graduation marks followed by an online panel interview.

GLC Mumbai PhD in Law Admission 2026 is governed by the University of Mumbai's research guidelines. Admission is not direct; it requires clearing a recognised eligibility test followed by an interview process.

• Eligibility: LLM degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 55% aggregate (50% for reserved categories).
• Duration: 3 to 5 years.
• Annual Fee: INR 50,180.
• Selection Process: Qualifying the University of Mumbai’s PhD Entrance Test (PET). Candidates holding UGC-NET, JRF, MahSET, or MPhil qualifications are exempt from PET and directly appear for the personal interview.
• Application: Processed directly via the University of Mumbai portal based on seat vacancy announcements.

GLC Mumbai admission process 2026 differs by course. For the flagship BA LLB and LLB programmes, admission is entirely through MH CET Law and the CAP counselling process. For PG Diploma courses, admission is direct through GLC Mumbai based on merit and a personal interview. Here is a complete step-by-step Government Law College Mumbai admission process for each course.

GLC Mumbai BA LLB Admission Process 2026

GLC Mumbai BA LLB admission requires clearing the online MH CET Law exam. Qualified candidates must then participate in the state-conducted Centralised Admission Process (CAP) counselling for online seat allotment, followed by final document verification directly at the college.

• Register on the MH CET Law portal at cetcell.mahacet.org. Select 'MAH-LLB 5-Year CET 2026'. 
• Pay the CET application fee: INR 800 for General/OMS; INR 400 for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Serviceman (Maharashtra domicile required for reserved category fee).
• Download the admit card from the official portal and appear for the MH CET Law 5-year exam on May 8, 2026. The exam is conducted online (computer-based test).
• Check MH CET Law results on cetcell.mahacet.org. Note your percentile and rank.
• Register for CAP (Centralised Admission Process) on the official CAP portal. Upload required documents and complete online document verification.
• During option entry/choice filling, select Government Law College Mumbai as your first preference.
• Seats are allotted in multiple CAP rounds strictly based on MH CET Law score, category, and college preference. Check the CAP round allotment lists on the portal.
• If allotted a seat at GLC Mumbai, report to the college in person, submit original documents, and pay the admission fee to confirm your seat.

GLC Mumbai LLB Admission Process 2026

GLC Mumbai LLB admissions are strictly merit-based and processed online. You must first clear the mandatory MH CET Law entrance exam. Following this, actual seat allotment happens through the State CET Cell's Centralised Admission Process (CAP) via online counselling.

• Register for MH CET Law 3-year on cetcell.mahacet.org.
• Pay the CET application fee: INR 800 for General/OMS; INR 400 for reserved categories with Maharashtra domicile.
• Appear for the MH CET Law 3-year exam. The test is conducted in online mode and covers Legal Aptitude, General Knowledge, Language Comprehension, and Reasoning.
• After the results, register for CAP counselling. Complete document upload and verification online.
• During option entry, select GLC Mumbai as the top preference.
• Seats are allotted across multiple CAP rounds based on rank, category, and preference order. 50% seats are reserved for Maharashtra domicile reserved categories.
• Report to GLC Mumbai on the allotment date, submit original documents, and pay the admission fee. Working candidates must bring their employer's NOC.

GLC Mumbai LLM Admission Process 2026

GLC Mumbai LLM admissions for 2026 require clearing the Mumbai University LLM Common Entrance Test. Candidates need minimum qualifying marks (40 General, 30 Reserved). Applicants register online, upload academic documents, and pay a INR 500 fee. Admissions are strictly merit-based for the 60 available seats across three specialisations.

• You must take and pass the Mumbai University LLM CET. Minimum passing marks are 40 for General and 30 for Reserved categories.
• Once CET results are out, fill out the online application form provided on the GLC Mumbai website and pay a INR 500 processing fee.
• Upload clear digital copies of your CET scorecard, previous law mark sheets, and any caste or category certificates.
• GLC will publish a merit list based on your CET score. If selected, visit the college in person to verify your original documents and pay the course fee to secure your seat.

GLC Mumbai PG Diploma Admission Process 2026

GLC Mumbai PG Diploma admissions are processed through the college portal or offline. You must submit a direct application form, after which the college releases a merit list. Final selection for certain specialisations also requires clearing a personal interview on campus.

• Applications for PG Diploma are available directly from GLC Mumbai. Apply through the official GLC website at glcmumbai.com or collect the form from the college office.
• Submit the completed application form with attested photocopies of graduation mark sheets, leaving certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), and passport-size photographs by the stated deadline.
• A merit list is prepared based on marks in the final year of graduation. Candidates who graduated from outside the University of Mumbai get the same opportunity for selection, based on merit.
• Shortlisted candidates appear for a personal interview conducted by a panel of experts at GLC Mumbai.
• Final admission is granted based on combined merit and interview performance. Candidates must pay the course fee in person at the college and submit original documents.

GLC Mumbai PhD Admission Process 2026

GLC Mumbai PhD application requires you to first clear the NET, MahSET, M.Phil, or Mumbai University’s PET exam. Qualified candidates must then submit their application and a research proposal to the GLC research centre, followed by a final personal interview.

• Get an LL.M. degree with at least 55% aggregate marks (50% for reserved categories).
• Pass the Mumbai University PET exam or hold a valid exemption like UGC-NET or MahSET.
• Apply online through the Mumbai University portal and explicitly choose GLC as your research centre.
• Draft a comprehensive legal research proposal and submit it to the GLC Research Centre.
• Successfully present and defend your research topic during a personal interview with the committee.
• Complete physical document verification at the college office and pay the tuition fee to finalise your registration.

The GLC Mumbai application process for BA LLB and LLB is entirely online through the Maharashtra CET Cell portal. For PG Diploma and Diploma courses, applications are submitted directly to the college. Here is the complete process for each.

GLC Mumbai BA LLB & LLB Application Process 2026

GLC Mumbai BA LLB and LLB admissions strictly require the MH CET Law exam. Candidates must register online at the State CET Cell portal, upload documents, and pay the required fee. After the exam, applicants must participate in CAP counselling to select GLC. Below is the step-by-step GLC in Mumbai application process for BA LLB & LLB:

• Go to the official MH CET Law portal at cetcell.mahacet.org
• Click on 'MAH-LLB 3-Year CET 2026' (for LLB) or 'MAH-LLB 5-Year CET 2026' (for BA LLB).
• Complete the online registration: provide personal details, contact information, educational qualifications, and category details.
• Upload scanned documents: passport-size photograph (JPEG, under 50KB), signature (JPEG, under 30KB), and proof of qualifying exam.
• Pay the application fee online: INR 800 for General/OMS; INR 400 for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Serviceman (Maharashtra domicile).
• Download and save your application confirmation and registration slip.
• Download your hall ticket/admit card from the portal before the exam date.
• After appearing for the exam and the results are declared, register separately for CAP counselling on the CAP portal. Choose GLC Mumbai during option entry.

GLC Mumbai LLM Application Process 2026

GLC Mumbai LLM admission strictly requires the Mumbai University LLM CET exam. Candidates must register online at the Mumbai University portal, upload documents, and pay the required fee. After the exam, applicants must apply directly to the college. Below is the step-by-step GLC Mumbai application process for LLM:

• Go to the official Mumbai University portal at mu.ac.in. 
• Click on the registration link for 'LLM CET 2026'. 
• Complete the online registration: provide personal details, contact information, LLB educational qualifications, and category details. 
• Upload scanned documents: passport-size photograph, signature, and proof of your qualifying LLB degree. 
• Pay the CET application fee online: INR 850 for the General category; INR 500 for the Reserved categories. 
• Download and save your application confirmation and fee payment receipt. 
• Download your hall ticket/admit card from the university portal before the exam date. 
• After appearing for the exam and the results are declared, fill out the separate LLM admission form on glcmumbai.com to be considered for the college merit list.

GLC Mumbai PG Diploma Application Process 2026

GLC Mumbai PG Diploma admissions for Securities Law and IPR involve direct online applications via the college website, requiring no entrance exams. Applicants must submit a form, graduation marksheets, a Statement of Purpose, and a processing fee. GLC Mumbai selection includes an online interview. 

• Download the application form from glcmumbai.com or collect it from the college administrative office at 'A' Road, Churchgate, Mumbai – 400 020.
• Fill in the form with personal and educational details. Attach attested photocopies of graduation mark sheets, passing/degree certificate, leaving certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), and two passport-size photographs.
• Submit the completed form to the college office before the stated last date. Keep a copy of the submitted form.
• Attend the personal interview on the date communicated by the college.
• If selected, report to GLC Mumbai in person with all original documents and pay the GLC Mumbai course fee.

Keep the following documents ready before reporting to GLC Mumbai for final admission. Original documents must be submitted in person for verification.

• MH CET Law 2026 scorecard/rank card
• CAP seat allotment letter (for BA LLB / LLB)
• Class 10 (SSC) mark sheet and passing certificate
• Class 12 (HSC) mark sheet and passing certificate (for BA LLB / Diploma)
• Graduation mark sheets (all years/semesters) and degree/passing certificate (for LLB / PG Diploma)
• School / College leaving certificate or transfer certificate
• Caste certificate and caste validity certificate (for SC/ST/OBC/VJNT/SBC categories)
• Domicile certificate of Maharashtra (for reserved category fee and reservation benefits)
• Non-Creamy Layer certificate (for OBC/VJNT/SBC candidates)
• PwD certificate issued by the competent authority (if applicable)
• EWS certificate (if applying under the Economically Weaker Section category)
• Gap certificate/affidavit (if there is a gap in education)
• Employer's No Objection Certificate (for candidates currently employed)
• 6 recent passport-size photographs
• Migration certificate (for candidates from universities outside Maharashtra)
• Aadhar card / valid photo ID proof

To apply for GLC Mumbai's 2026 admissions, candidates must pay their fees through specific official portals. The 3-year and 5-year LLB programs charge INR 800–1,300 via the MH CET Cell. PG Diploma applications require a processing fee of INR 1,200 directly on the GLC Mumbai official website. Here is the GLC Mumbai 2026 course-wise application fee structure and application portals:

Note: LLB application fees depend on your MH CET Law category and state domicile.

Government Law College Mumbai is a government-aided institution, which means the fees are already heavily subsidised compared to private law colleges. Beyond this, several scholarship schemes are available to GLC Mumbai students.

All scholarship concessions are as per the Government of Maharashtra and the Government of India schemes. Students can get details from the college office or the relevant online scholarship portals (mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in for Maharashtra state scholarships).

For all GLC Mumbai admission 2026 queries, use the official GLC Mumbai contact details below. For MH CET Law registration and CAP counselling queries, contact the State CET Cell.

• College Name: Government Law College, Mumbai
• Address: 'A' Road, Churchgate, Mumbai – 400 020, Maharashtra
• Phone: 022-2204 1707
• Official Website: www.glcmumbai.com
• CET Cell (MH CET Law queries): cetcell.mahacet.org
• CET Cell Helpline: 1800 120 8081 (Toll Free)

The Churchgate Railway Station is nearly 1 km from the campus. For hostel queries (limited male seats available in nearby government hostels), contact the college administrative office.

The official GLC Mumbai Information Prospectus for 2026 will be available soon on the official website at glcmumbai.com under the 'Admissions' section. 

For MH CET Law 2026 detailed brochure (including syllabus, exam pattern, CAP schedule), download from cetcell.mahacet.org.

Having spoken with and followed the journeys of students who chose GLC Mumbai, a few things stand out clearly. GLC is not just a law college, it's a launchpad for a career in Indian law because of the below given reasons:

• Location & Practical Exposure: The college is near the Bombay High Court in Churchgate. Students can watch real court cases and get internships in nearby law firms and chambers.
• Faculty: The college has experienced teachers and also invites judges, retired judges, and senior lawyers as visiting faculty.
• Fee Structure: The LLB fees are around INR 18,810 per year for the 3-year course. The BA LLB fees range from INR 29,770 (aided) to INR 61,190 (unaided). Students can also get scholarships and fee concessions.
• Placements & Alumni: Top law firms like Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, AZB & Partners, Khaitan & Co, and Trilegal hire students. The average salary is around INR 10–15 LPA, and the highest goes up to INR 24 LPA. The alumni include top judges and leaders.
• Student Activities: Students take part in activities through groups like the Moot Court Association, Debate Society, and Cultural Committee. They also organize the annual festival ‘Ensemble’.