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NLSIU Bangalore Courses & Fees 2026: UG, PG, Doctorate, Certificate Courses

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LL.M.(5 courses)
3.2 LGet Fee Details
Graduation : 50 %
Exams : CLAT
15.9 LGet Fee Details
10+2 : 45 %
Exams : CLAT
PG Diploma(7 courses)
24.8 K - 48.8 KGet Fee Details
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Q:   What CLAT rank is required for NLSIU?
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Consortium of National Law Universities (CNLU) releases institute-wise and course-wise CLAT Provisional Allotment lists on the official website at consortiumofnlus.ac.in/clat-2023 for NLU admissions 2023 to BA LLB (Hons). Candidates seeking admission to NLSIU Bangalore can refer to the table given below to check out the last NLSIU Bangalore R3 cutoff 2023 along with the R3 cutoff ranks for 2022 to get better clarity on NLU Bangalore cutoff trends: 

 NLSIU CLAT Round 3 Closing Rank (General-All India)
Course20222023
BA LLB (Hons)149114
Q:   How did you get into NLSIU Bengaluru?
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The National Law School of India University Bangalore admissions depends on CLAT for its BA LLB and LLM courses. Students need to appear for the exam and go through the CLAT counselling rounds.

While admissions to the other courses requires students to appear for the in-house entrance exams including:

  • NLSAT-MPP for LLM
  • NLSAT-LLB for LLB
  • NLSAT for PhD

After being shortlisted through the exam/ counselling process students need to visit the campus for document verification and seat confirmation.

Q:   Can students join National Law School of India University directly without any entrance exam?
A: 

Candidates are admitted in NLSIU based on score in CLAT. There is no provision for direct admission. The Common Law Admission Test helps in evaluating candidates suitability for the course. Admission to law courses is based on eligibility fulfilment and entrance score.

Q:   How can I join NLSIU?
A: 

For admission to BA LLB (Hons) and LLM courses at NLSIU candidates have to register through CLAT portal. Registered candidates for CLAT 2023 counselling will be called by National Law School of India University through five provisional merit lists, each released by the Consortium of CLAT. Candidates, who have been allocated a seat in the provisional lists and applied for revision, should check the status of their seat in the CLAT provisonal lists. Those, who have been allotted a seat in the National Law School of India University Provisional Allotment Lists, must complete the process of exercising any one of the actions mentioned below:

  1. Accept the allotted seat
  2. Apply for Revise
  3. Exit from the CLAT admission process

If alloted seat is accepted by the candidate. After, that the candidates need to report to National Law School of India University for admission. The admission confirmation requires, documents submission and fees submission by the candidates through the official portal of National Law School of India University. 

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LL.M.

5 CoursesStar Icon5.0(1)1 year - 2 years
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₹3.18 L

B.A. LL.B. (Hons)

1 CourseStar Icon4.5(15)5 years
₹16 LPA
₹15.91 L

PG Diploma

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₹24.8 K - 48.8 K

LL.B.

1 Course3 years#1 NIRF
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₹9.55 L

M.A.

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₹6.36 L

B.A.

4 Courses3 years
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₹9.55 L

Ph.D.

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₹2.25 L

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Q:   Is NLSIU Bangalore ranked by any national or international ranking body for LLM?
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The NLSIU Bangalore, is ranked 1 by NIRF 2024ranking amongst other NLUs. The NIRF 2024 was approved by the Ministry of Education (MoE) and launched by the Honourable Minister of Education on June 5 2023. This framework considers a few parameters for ranking various universities and institutions. These parameters covers the Teaching, Learning and Resources,  Research and Professional Practices,  Graduation Outcomes,  Outreach and Inclusivity, and Perception. 

Q:   What is NLU Bangalore B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) cutoff for different categories?
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NLU Bangalore cutoff was released for BA LLB (Hons) and LLM courses across different categories for AI and HS quotas. Candidates can refer to the table below to view the NLSIU Bangalore category-wise cutoff 2026 for CLAT. The cutoff range below is for students belonging to the AI quota. 

CategoryBA LLB (Hons) CLAT 2026 Cutoff Range
General101 - 108 
OBC1018 - 1177
SC3072 - 3072
ST5000 
EWS702 - 740
PWD6763 

 

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B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)

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Master of Business Law

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₹90 K
2 years
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Post Graduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights Law

Diploma
₹48.8 K
1 year
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Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Law and Ethics

Diploma
₹48.8 K
1 year
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Post Graduate Diploma in Human Rights Law

Diploma
₹24.8 K
1 year

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Post Graduate Diploma in Environmental Law

Diploma
₹24.8 K
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Ph.D. in Law

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₹2.25 L

LL.M. in Criminal Law

1 year
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Post Graduate Diploma in Cyber Law and Cyber Forensics

Diploma
₹48.8 K
1 year

Masters Programme in Public Policy

2 years
60
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₹6.36 L

LL.B. (Hons.)

3 years#1 NIRF
120
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₹9.55 L
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Q:   What is the average package of BA LLB in NLSIU Bangalore?
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The NLSIU Bangalore average package 2022 has not been released yet. The course-wise median package offered during NLSIU Bangalore placements is presented below:

Course

Median Package (2021)

BA LLB (Hons)

INR 15 LPA

Note: The above-mentioned data is gathered from NLSIU Bangalore NIRF report 2022.

Q:   Is NLSIU Bangalore Tier 1 or Tier 2?
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The National Law School of India University Bangalore is a Tier-1 Law School of India. Officially it can be called the top Law School of India as it was ranked 1st by the National Institute Ranking Framework or NIRF 2025 under the Law category.

Q:   What is the percentage required for National Law School of India University?
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For admission to National Law School of India University, the minimum required percentage varies as per the course offered by the university. Find below the required percentage for NLSIU popular courses admission:

The table below presents the eligibility and selection criteria for popular courses offered at NLSIU:

Course Name

Eligibility

BA LLB  (Hons)

Class 12 with at least 45% aggregate (40% aggregate for SC, ST, and PwD candidates)

LLM

Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% aggregate

PG Diploma

Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% aggregate

MA
Bachelor’s degree with at least 45% aggregate
LLB
Class 12 with at least 45% aggregate
PhD
LLM with 55% aggregate
LLD
PhD in Law along with ten years of experience

The eligibility criteria is gathered from external sources. Hence, is indicative.

Q:   What is NLU Bangalore cutoff 2025?
A: 

NLSIU Bangalore cutoff 2025 has been released for admission to several courses at the UG level. The cutoff has been released as opening and closing ranks for different categories of students belonging to the AI quota. During the NLSIU Bangalore CLAT cutoff 2025, the lowest cutoff rank was 112 for B.A. LL.B. (Hons.).

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Master of Business Law - Batch of 2023
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NLSIU Master's in business Law worth it
Learning Experience: Business law for pros. Hybrid online. Top faculty. Boosts careers with legal skills. Demanding, but flexible. Also it's important to study hard because exams will be very difficult. The university is best it's top in india. Also you may need a lot more money to pursue the course because it's expensive. My learning experience personally was really great I had the best time studying there and it was fun. The syllabus part was a bit overwhelming for few months but it was great afterwards.
Placements: It's the number one law school in india so the placements are really good although the internships are really hard but you'll really like the money they give. The highest oackage from our batch is 35lakh and the average is 14-15 lakh, the companies are the top law firms in india. Though the placements don't only depend on your degree they would look for certain things in you in the interview.
Faculty: The faculty is great, indeed it's the best in the country but you'd need to give time to the things they teach you need to work really hard otherwise the syllabus will be a bit overwhelming like it was for me. Also they will give you time for your doubts so don't miss otherwise you'll be stuck with incomplete answers. It's business law so you need to be great with numbers and understand of the class so be attentive and learn from the masters.
Course Support: The course is hybrid in nature you could enroll in it both via online or offline, the support system ks really good you can contact the teachers at anytime of the day, thed be really happy to sort out your problems. Also there exists a mental health support you could use that, you could use the library it's a really good one.
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B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) - Batch of 2028
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A good college can get you to places even Oxford. Plenty of opportunities to go.
Placements: Around 60% of people are placed. The highest package is up to 50 LPA, while the lowest is 6 LPA. The top companies recruiting are law firms like SAM, CAM, AZB, Trilegal, etc. Around 50–60% of students get internships at good places because the name of the institution is enough for the impression most of the time. The top roles include legal researcher, law firm partner, and practicing lawyer.
Infrastructure: There are enough facilities like free Wi-Fi, good quality classrooms, a state-of-the-art library, and the campus also has cafes and stuff as well. Overall, the campus is a pretty place. The quality of the food in the mess is average. The university does have facilities for sports and its own gym. They also conduct tournaments within the campus.
Faculty: Teachers are nice. They are qualified and have a lot of experience in dealing with students. I'd say the teaching quality is good. The trimester system of this college is hectic and makes students for real-life challenges. The exams are difficult to crack, but once you're in, it gets easier. The passing percentage is 50 overall and 40 for each subject.
Other: I chose this course because this course saves a year by giving the degree in 5 years (BA + LLB). The things I’d wish for are a better mess, a less hectic environment, and less selfish people. The university does provide scholarships for underprivileged students, and it is also closer to the metro. The crowd here is intelligent, and the university, at some level, caters to extracurricular activities.
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It is the number 1 university for law.
Placements: Almost 99% of students got placed this year. The highest salary package offered is 25 LPA. The average salary package offered is 12 LPA. The lowest salary package offered is 10 LPA. Top recruiting comanies are Khaitan & Co, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, and AZB & Partners. Almost 100% of students get internships from 1st year in different states in all NGOs and law firms because it is mandatory. Corporate lawyers and legislative roles are offered.
Infrastructure: Classrooms are top-notch and have switches under every board, working Wi-Fi, smart boards, speakers, and a cool ambiance. The hostel Wi-Fi is slow but available 24/7. Games etc. Are blocked by Wi-Fi. The library is fully stocked and extremely futuristic. Meals are provided 4 times a day with top ingredients and good taste according to Bangalore. They are extremely clean. Every place is very clean. All medical facilities are available 24/7. There are a lot of opportunities for all outdoor sports.
Faculty: The course is extremely rigorous but perfect with top-notch teachers from universities like Harvard and Oxford. It makes students industry-ready and work in all fields. Exams are difficult but students can pass if they study every day. The pass percentage is around 90%.
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NLSIU- Best Law College in INDIA
Placements: The placements offered by NLSIU are arguably the best in the country for any Law College. Corporate law firms like Amarchand Mangaldas, AZ&B and Trilegal. Even companies like Tata Steel hire a lot from NLSIU. The median salary for 2024 was 20 lakh and the highest was 30 lakh. They have nearly 100% placement rate.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure in the university are world class. All classes are equipped with plug points, projectors and boards. Wi-Fi is available in every corner of the university campus. The library is the largest and best law library in INDIA, with over 55,000 books. There are currently two academic blocks and a third one was commissioned recently. The food is really good but the hostels are a little old with a few students being given off campus residence this year.
Faculty: NLSIU has been the best law college in INDIA, 8 years running, largely due to it's excellent curriculum. The trimester system, unique to NLSIU, makes the curriculum rigorous and the best in the country. The faculty too are world class, with all of them being experienced, knowledgeable and the best in their fields. The exams too are pretty tough with the highest marks awarded in the finals being about 42 out of 60. It is required of all students to maintain a C+ grade or about 45% to pass a semester.
Other: Events take place in NLSIU on almost a weekly basis except during exam season. The Student Body Association (SBA) is very active and organises fests, luncheons, club dinners and activities regularly. The crowd at NLSIU, is but virtue of its CLAT cutoff, some of the smartest in the country. You will find people from all parts of the country and from all walks of life. The best thing about the curriculum at NLSIU, is a CCE pattern, Continuous Cumulative Evaluation Pattern, which makes exams and assessments a regular aspect with a lot of support material from seniors and faculty.
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Review of National Law School of India University, Bangalore.
Placements: In the previous year, almost all students who attended for placements received job offers. The majority of students received PPOs in their fourth year. The average salary package offered in the previous year was 12 LPA. Recruiters are law firms like Luthra and Luthra, Khaitan and Co., etc.
Infrastructure: It's a 23-acre campus. It is quite small if you compare it to engineering colleges. Most of the facilities are available here. The whole campus is Wi-Fi enabled, so you don't need to worry about data limits. In some places, the connectivity is not good. Mess food is quite good on some days, particularly breakfast.
Faculty: If you think college is not only about studies and extracurricular activities, then you won't like NLS. The whole trimester is jammed up with projects, vivas, moots, negos, exams, etc. It's quite hectic at times. After a while, you get used to it.
Other: Sometimes, extracurricular activities are conducted.
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Excellent faculty with good infrastructure .
Placements: 100% placement with record of 98 job offers over 40 students only. The average package is 17L to 20L p. a right now. Top tier firms like SAM, CAM, trilegal and other offers job for legal associates for their firm in particular fields in which students are interested. Others go for higher studies or for litigation also.
Infrastructure: We have a good infrastructure for 1000 people because of being a top university in India we don't have much seats and our campus is medium but beautiful eco-friendly where everyone can live there life. The quality of foods manageable and other facilities are also good which we can't compare.
Faculty: Excellent professors from law field and the way of teaching is beyond expectations. They are graduated from top universities so they know how to teach in top college. Everyone is reachable for any doubt and they explain in better way anywhere even outside classrooms also.
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What is the fees structure for category 1 students who cleared CLAT exam?

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For CLAT 2026 Category 1 students (General/OBC/PwD/NRI/PIO/OCI), the fee structure has three main components:

 CLAT 2026 Fee Structure for Category 1

1. Exam Registration Fee

  • ₹4,000 (without question papers)
  • ₹4,500 (with question papers)
  • Payment via online modes (credit/debit card, net banking, UPI).

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How much rank should I score to get NLU Bangalore for General HS quota?

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For the General Home State quota, the NLU Bangalore CLAT cutoff 2026 was 336 for the LL.M. LL.B. (Hons.) course at the UG level. At the postgraduate level, the institute offers LL.M. in Criminal Law, for which the CLAT 2026 cutoff rank was 378 for admission. 

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Are BA (hons) admissions open at National Law School of India University, Bangalore?

Answered 6 months ago

Yes, BA (hons) admissions at National Law School of India University, Bangalore are open for the academic year 2026. The applications for NLSAT-BA were opened by the institute in the month of November of 2025. 

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Is direct admission possible in BA (hons) at National Law School of India University, Bangalore?

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No, the National Law School of India University, Bangalore BA (hons) admission are not available in direct admission mode. The selection of candidates will be based entirely on the NLSAT-BA conducted by National Law School of India University, Bangalore.

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What is the course fees for four years BA (hons) at National Law School of India University, Bangalore?

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Four year course fees for BA (hons) course at National Law School of India University, Bangalore is INR 4.51 Lacs in 2026. The mentioned BA (hons) fees is charged on per annum basis for the four year BA (hons) with research at National Law School of India University, Bangalore.

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