NLSAT Application Form 2026 (OPEN): Registration LINK, Fees, Apply Online & Correction Window

National Law School Admission Test 2026 ( NLSAT )

DeskCalelnderRegistration - 15 Nov '25 - 23 Mar '26

Swayam Gupta
Updated on Jan 13, 2026 10:38 IST

By Swayam Gupta, Associate Senior Executive

The NLSAT 2026 Registration is currently ongoing. The last date to submit the NLSAT Application form is March 23, 2026. Candidates seeking admission to NLSIU Bangalore's 3-year LLB course can apply for NLSAT 2026 by visiting the website.

The online application form for NLSAT can be accessed on the website of NLSIU Bangalore - nls.ac.in. Candidates who have passed or are appearing for the final semester of their graduation degree can apply for NLSIU's Bangalore three-Year LLB Course. Candidates are advised to check the eligibility criteria of NLSAT 2026 before filling up the application form. Know here all about the NLSAT 2026 application process, dates, fee payment, and other details.

Also Read: NLSAT Syllabus 2026

Table of contents
  • How to apply for NLSAT 2026?
  • NLSAT 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • NLSAT Application Fee 2026
  • NLSAT Eligibility Criteria 2026
  • NLSAT Application Form 2026: Details Required
  • NLSAT 2026 FAQs
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How to apply for NLSAT 2026?

DeskCalendarRegistration: 15 Nov ' 25 - 23 Mar ' 26

The NLSAT 2026 Application Form is available on the website. Candidates who want to apply for the NLSAT law entrance exam have to submit the form before the last date. To fill out the NLSAT application form 2026 online, follow application process as given below.

  • Go- nlsatadmissions.nls.ac.in.
  • Click on Apply Now. 
  • Click on Register.
  • Enter details, such as Name, Mobile Number, and Email Address to register.
  • Verify the mobile number and email address.
  • In the application form, fill in the details and pay the application fee.
  • Submit the application form.

Also Read: NLSAT Exam Pattern 2026

 

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Q:   Who can apply for NLSAT Exam 2026?
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Candidates who meet these eligibility criteria can apply for NLSAT 2026 Must hold a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Minimum 45% in the undergraduate for General. Minimum 40% in the UG for Schedule caste/ ST/OBC.

Q:   What is the last date to submit NLSAT 2026 Application Form?
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The NLSAT 2026 Application Process has already begun. The last date of apply is March 23, 2026. The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) Bengaluru will conduct the National Law School Admission Test (NLSAT 2026) registration for three-year LLB, two-year MA Public Policy, PhD programmes for the academic year 2026-27 in online mode. Candidates are advised to fill the NLSAT Application Form 2026 on or before the last date. 

NLSAT 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of NLSAT 2026 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
15 Nov ' 25 - 23 Mar ' 26

NLSAT 2026 registration

ONGOING
To Be Notified

NLSAT 2026 Admit Card

TENTATIVE
26 Apr ' 26

NLSAT 2026 exam date

DatesPast Exam Dates
13 Nov ' 25

NLSAT 2026 official notification

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NLSAT Application Fee 2026

The application fee payable for the three-year LLB course of NLSIU 2026 admissions is as follows:

Category NLSAT 2026 Application Fee (in INR)
General category INR 2,500
SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PWD/EWS INR 2,000

The application fee for NLSAT 2026 can be paid in online mode only using Debit Card/ Credit Card/ Net Banking/ UPI Payment Apps.  

Also Read: NLSAT Exam Date

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Q:   What is the NLSAT 2026 application fee?
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Candidates can pay the NLSAT 2026 Application Fee on or before the last date. NLSAT 2026 Application Form can be filled by visiting the official website; i.e. admissions.nls.ac.in. The application fee payable for the three-year LLB course of NLSIU admissions was as under:

CategoryNLSAT 2026 Application Fee (in INR)
General categoryINR 2,500
SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PWD/EWSINR 2,000
Q:   How do I find my NLSAT registration ID?
A: 
They can recover it by steps mentioned below
Visit the nls.ac.in
Click on the Forgot Password
Enter the registered mobile number
Click on Request OTP
Enter the One Time Password
Create a new password
Proceed to login

 

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NLSAT Eligibility Criteria 2026

The candidates seeking admission through NLSAT LLB 2026 should first check their eligibility. If they are not eligible, then their candidature will be canceled at the time of admission, and the application fee will not be refunded. Check the NLSAT Eligibility Criteria 2026 below.

  1. Candidates must hold/ appeared for a graduation degree in any stream from a recognised college/ university as approved by AICTE/ UGC or equivalent. 
  2. They must have secured at least 45 per cent marks in aggregate of all papers for the graduation degree.
  3. If they belong to the SC/ ST/ PWD/ OBC-NCL/ EWS category, then they must secure 40% marks in the qualifying degree. 

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Q:   Is there any age limit to appear in NLSAT Exam?
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Candidates must note that their is no age limit. But to appear in the exam there are certain eligibility criteria that must be completed. You must check it before going ahead with the registration form. 

Q:   What are the NLSAT eligibility criteria 2026?
A: 

The candidates seeking admission through NLSAT LLB 2026 must meet the eligibility criteria as under

  • Candidates must appeared for a graduation degree in any stream from a recognised college as approved by UGC or equivalent. 
  • They must have secured at least 45 per cent marks in agregate of all papers for the graduation degree.
  • If they belong to any category, then they must secure 40% marks in the qualifying degree.
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NLSAT Application Form 2026: Details Required

Candidates will have to provide some details during the NLSAT application process. All the information must be filled out carefully without any mistakes. Check the details to be mentioned on the NLSAT 22026 Application Form.

  • Personal details such as Name, Date of birth, Mobile number, email ID, and password
  • Candidates's Nationality
  • Aadhar number
  • Father’s and Mother’s name
  • Contact details like Mobile number, address, and pincode
  • Education Qualification
  • Status of claim under Ex-servicemen / Children of Ex-servicemen Quota, Sports Quota,  NCC quota.

Also Read: How to Prepare for NLSAT 2026 Exam

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Q:   I forgot to submit NLSAT 2026 Application Fees. What should I do?
A: 

Even with all the right documents, if you have not paid the application fee, your application form will be rejected. Since the application process cannot complete without submiting the fees. Once the window closes you won't be able to pay the fees or re fill the form. 

Q:   Has NLSAT exam registration process started?
A: 

NLSAT Registration 2026 will begin on November 15, 2025. Candidates must note that NLSAT Registration is important to appear in exam. NLSAT Notification will carry all important details like dates, registration process, and other information. NLSAT 2026 Exam will be held on April 26, 2026. Keep reading this space to get more information about NLSAT. 

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NLSAT 2026 FAQs

Candidates can check the NLSAT 2026 FAQs below.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can I join NLSIU without CLAT?
A: 

Candidates who want to apply to the NLSIU for BA LLB (Hons) and LLM programs must take the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT). However, for admissions into its three-year LLB course, Master’s Programme in Public Policy, PhD (Law), and PhD (Interdisciplinary) programmes candidates have to appear for NLSAT 2026. 

Q:   Is NLSAT online or offline?
A: 

The mode of examination is offline. As per the pattern the exam will be conducted in two parts. The part A of the exam will carry objective questions while second part will have subjective based questions. 

Q:   Is there negative marking in NLSAT Exam?
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Yes, the NLSAT Exam (for the 3-Year LLB) has negative marking in Part A (Objective), where you get +1 for correct answers, but -0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer and also for unanswered questions, while Part B (Subjective) generally has no negative marking but requires qualifying Part A first. 

Q:   How many NLSAT preparation books are required to crack the test?
A: 

You can refer to any book you want there is no restrictions on it. The focus should be on quality preparation. You should solve old question papers and take lots of practise tests in addition to consulting the well known literature.

Q:   How can I prepare for NLSAT 2026?
A: 

Candidates were advised to prepare for NLSAT 2026 by following the simple steps given below:

  • Make a monthly and weekly timetable and keep the syllabus handy
  • Do not leave any topic, make sure you cover all the topics. Do try and finish on time so you have enough time for revision
  • Pratice as many as mock tests possible. Practice the tests frequently and analyze it to recognize your weak and strong areas. This will help you to know which topic requires work.
  • While attempting the question, try not make any assumption. Even on NLSAT 2026 Exam day, do not assume, as for every in
  • Do not make assumptions while attempting the questions in actual NLSAT as for every incorrect answer, 0.25 marks will be deducted.
Q:   Why NLSAT 2026 admit card important?
A: 

Once downloaded, candidates must keep them safely until admission is over. The hall ticket is a important document that one must not forget to carry to the test center on the day of exam. Those who fail to carry will not be allowed to appear

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Answered 4 weeks ago

Hi.

No, it is not necessary to pass in individual sections of NLSAT. 

How NLSAT Scoring Works

  • NLSAT is a composite score exam.

  • Your overall score (sum of marks across all sections) determines your rank.

  • Sections include:

    • English Comprehension

    • Logical Reasoning

    • Legal Reasoning

    • Current Affairs / GK

    • Elementary M

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heena agrawal

Scholar-Level 17

Answered 4 weeks ago

Hi.

A “good score” in NLSAT depends on your target law school and the category you belong to (General, SC/ST, or other reserved categories). 

Understanding NLSAT Scoring

  • Maximum marks: 150

  • Sections: English Comprehension, Current Affairs, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Mathematics, General Knowledg

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heena agrawal

Scholar-Level 17

Answered 4 weeks ago

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Yes, you can fill the NLSAT Application Form 2026 on your mobile phone as long as you have an internet-connected browser (like Chrome, Safari, Firefox) on it. The application process is entirely online and there is no offline form to download and submit in person or by post.

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heena agrawal

Scholar-Level 17

Answered 4 weeks ago

Candidates must reach out to the NLSIU to get the error corrected. If the details mentioned on your admit card are not correctyou will not be allowed to enter the exam hall.

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Bhumika Aggarwal

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 4 weeks ago

The NLSAT is conducted by the National Law School of India University (NLSIU) Bangalore to select candidates for 3-Year LL.B. (Hons.) programme and other courses like MPP & PhD. NLSAT is conducted once a year.

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Priya Peter

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 4 weeks ago

Candidates can check the merit list by visiting the NLSAT portal i.e. nls.ac.in. Since the admission process is completely online everything will be published on their portal.

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Chanchal Patra

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 4 weeks ago

No, you can not get admission in NLU Delhi through NLSAT score. You need to appear for AILET Exam to get into the NLU Delhi. Candidates must note that the exam is conducted once a year. 

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Divya Surbhi

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 4 weeks ago

No, the NLSAT Scorecard will not be sent by post. The only way to get the scorecard is to download it online. Candidates can visit NLSAT portal. Enter their login ID and password. The NLSAT Result will appear on their screen. 

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Anupama Mehra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

The NLSAT Result 2026 will be announced online. Since the admission process is completely online it will be published on NLSIU portal. Candidates can check by entering their login ID and password.

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Mohit Dhawan

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 4 weeks ago

The NLSAT Provisional Answer Key PDF will be released online. NLSAT Answer Key 2026 PDF is released in two phases. First NLSAT Provisional Answer Key and then the Final Answer Key. 

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