Admissions Coordinator (Chanakya National Law University)

Position: Admissions Coordinator

Location: Patna, Bihar (On-site; occasional weekend support during peak admission periods)

Employment Type: Full-time

Department: Admissions & Student Services

Chanakya National Law University (CNLU) is seeking a detail-oriented and service-driven Admissions Coordinator to support end-to-end admission operations for university programs. This role is responsible for coordinating application workflows, maintaining accurate applicant records, supporting communication with prospective students, and ensuring timely execution of admission-related schedules and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the admissions lifecycle including application receipt, scrutiny, shortlisting, and offer/communication workflows.
• Maintain and update applicant databases and document repositories with high accuracy and confidentiality.
• Support the publication and communication of key dates, notices, and admissions updates across channels.
• Respond to applicant queries via email, phone, and in-person help desk; provide clear guidance on eligibility, documentation, and timelines.
• Assist in organizing entrance/admission-related activities such as document verification, counseling sessions, and orientation logistics.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and summaries for admissions leadership (applications received, status tracking, category-wise counts, etc.).
• Coordinate with academic departments, finance, IT, and administration to ensure smooth processing of fees, enrollment, and student onboarding.
• Ensure compliance with university policies and applicable regulatory guidelines for admissions and record-keeping.
• Support document verification and audit readiness by maintaining standardized checklists and file structures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of admissions processes, templates, and applicant communications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline; Master’s degree is a plus.
• 2+ years of experience in admissions, academic administration, student services, or a comparable operations role (experience in higher education preferred).
• Strong proficiency in MS Office/Google Workspace (Excel/Sheets, Word/Docs, email etiquette).
• Comfort working with online forms/portals and student information systems; ability to learn new tools quickly.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Hindi proficiency preferred for applicant support.
• High attention to detail, strong documentation discipline, and ability to manage deadlines during peak cycles.
• Professional handling of confidential information and adherence to data privacy practices.
• Strong coordination skills and a problem-solving mindset; ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders.

Benefits

• Stable role within a reputed academic institution.
• Opportunity to work closely with university leadership, faculty, and student services teams.
• Structured work environment with exposure to academic administration best practices.
• Leave benefits and institutional holidays as per university policy.
• Professional development opportunities through internal learning and process improvement initiatives.

About the Company

Chanakya National Law University (CNLU) is a leading institution dedicated to legal education, research, and public service. The university fosters academic excellence through rigorous programs, a strong research culture, and student-centric support systems. CNLU’s administrative teams play a key role in enabling a high-quality experience for students and stakeholders through efficient, transparent, and responsive operations.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit an updated resume along with a brief cover letter highlighting relevant admissions/administration experience. Shortlisted applicants may be contacted for an interview and/or a skills assessment focused on documentation and coordination.