NLSAT Application Process 2025 (Over): Registration Link, Fees & How to Apply

National Law School Admission Test 2025 ( NLSAT )

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Anupama Mehra
Updated on Apr 3, 2025 09:08 IST

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NLSAT 2025 application process: The National Law School of India University, Bangalore has closed the NLSAT Application Process 2025. Candidates seeking admission to NLSIU Bangalore's 3-year LLB course could apply for NLSAT 2025 by visiting the official website.

The online application form for NLSAT could be accessed on the official website of NLSIU Bangalore - nls.ac.in. Candidates who have passed or are appearing for the final semester of their graduation degree could apply for NLSIU's Bangalore three-Year LLB Course. Candidates were advised to check the eligibility criteria of NLSAT 2025 before filling up the application form. Know here all about NLSAT 2025 application process, dates, fee payment and other details.

Q:   What is the last date to submit NLSAT 2025 Application Form?

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The NLSAT 2025 Application Process is now over. The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) Bengaluru conducted the National Law School Admission Test (NLSAT 2025) registration for three-year LLB, two-year MA Public Policy, PhD programmes for the academic year 2025-26 in online mode until 11:59 pm on March 30, 2025.. Candidates were advised to fill the NLSAT Application Form 2025 on or before the last date. 

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Q:   Can I apply for NLSAT 2025 offline?

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There is no option to fill out the NLSAT 2025 application form in offline mode. Also, the candidate does not have the option to take printout of the online application form, fill it, and submit it at the admission office. Instead, the entire application process has to be completed online. So, to fill out the form, go to the NLSAT 2025 admission portal, click on the application link, and complete the application process. 

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Q:   What is the admission process through NLSAT 2025 exam?

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The NLSAT 2025 admission process includes eligibility, application, entrance exam, and selection. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 45% (General/OBC/EWS) or 40% (SC/ST/PwD). Applications are open until March 23, 2025, on nls.ac.in. The exam on April 27, 2025, consists of Part A (objective) and Part B (subjective). Selection is based on combined scores, with percentile cutoffs. 120 seats are available, with reservations. The final rank list determines admission. Check updates on the official website.

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Q:   How to check application status of NLSAT?

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To check the NLSAT (National Law School Admission Test) application status, follow these steps:

Steps to Check NLSAT Application Status:
Visit the official website: Go to nls.ac.in.
Login to your account: Click on the NLSAT application portal and log in using your registered email ID and password.
Find the application status: Look for the "Application Status" or "Check Status" option in your dashboard.
View the status: Your application status will be displayed, showing whether it is submitted, under review, or accepted.
Check for updates: If any documents are pending or require corrections, the portal will notify you.

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How to apply for NLSAT 2025?

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Candidates could apply for NLSAT 2025 by following the simple steps as mentioned below: 

  1. Go to the official website of NLSIU Bangalore - admissions.nls.ac.in/
  2. Click on the Apply Now link given on the homepage,
  3. Click on the 'Register' button
  4. A new page will open with the registration form for 3-Yr LLB/ MPP/ PhD courses, Candidates first need to enter their details, such as Name, Mobile Number and Email Address to register for NLSAT 2025
  5. Next, they need to verify their mobile number and email address, so they can fill the application form for NLSAT 2025
  6. The course selection can be done when candidates login with the registered Username and Password
  7. In the application form, candidates have to fill all the details including personal details, academic details (college, degree, qualifying marks/ status of qualification), select test centres, and pay the application fee as applicable for NLSAT 2025
  8. Finally, candidates have to submit the application form once the fee payment status is updated

Candidates can download the application for future reference. 

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Q:   What are the NLSAT eligibility criteria 2025?

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The candidates seeking admission through NLSAT LLB 2025 had to match the eligibility criteria as under: 

  • Candidates must hold/ appeared for a graduation degree in any stream from a recognised college/ university as approved by AICTE/ 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 SC/ ST/ PWD/ OBC-NCL/ EWS category, then they must secure 40% marks in the qualifying degree.
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Q:   Is the criteria of 75% marks in class 12 applicable in NLSAT 2025 exam?

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No, the 75% marks in Class 12 criterion is not applicable for NLSAT 2025.

NLSAT 2025 Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university.

Minimum Marks Requirement:

General/OBC/EWS: 45% in undergraduate degree.
SC/ST/PwD: 40% in undergraduate degree.
Age Limit: No upper age limit.
Since NLSAT is for the 3-year LL.B (Hons.) program, Class 12 marks are not considered for eligibility.

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Q:   What is the NLSAT 2025 application fee?

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Candidates could pay the NLSAT 2025 Application Fee on or before the last date. NLSAT 2025 Application Form could 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 2025 Application Fee (in INR)
General categoryINR 2,500
SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PWD/EWSINR 2,000
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Q:   Who can apply for NLSAT Exam 2025?

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Candidates who meet the following eligibility criteria can apply for NLSAT 2025:

Educational Qualification:

Must hold a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university.

Minimum Marks Requirement:

General/OBC/EWS: Minimum 45% in the undergraduate degree.
SC/ST/PwD: Minimum 40% in the undergraduate degree.

Age Limit:

No upper age limit for NLSAT 2025.
Eligible candidates can apply on the official website nls.ac.in before March 23, 2025.

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NLSAT 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of NLSAT 2025 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
27 Apr ' 25

NLSAT 2025 exam date

DatesPast Exam Dates
30 Mar ' 25

Last Day To Submit NLSAT 2025 Application Form

10 Mar ' 25

NLSAT 2025 official notification

08 Mar ' 25 - 30 Mar ' 25

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NLSAT Application Fee 2025

The application fee payable for three-year LLB course of NLSIU 2025 admissions is as under:

Category NLSAT 2025 Application Fee (in INR)
General category INR 2,500
SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PWD/EWS INR 2,000

The application fee for NLSAT 2025 can be paid in online mode only using Debit Card/ Credit Card/ Net Banking/ UPI Payment Apps.  

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Q:   Can I apply for NLSAT 2025 offline?

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There is no option to fill out the NLSAT 2025 application form in offline mode. Also, the candidate does not have the option to take printout of the online application form, fill it, and submit it at the admission office. Instead, the entire application process has to be completed online. So, to fill out the form, go to the NLSAT 2025 admission portal, click on the application link, and complete the application process. 

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Q:   Can I pay NLSAT 2025 application fee offline?

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No, the NLSAT 2025 application fee can only be paid online. Offline payment modes are not accepted.

Accepted Payment Methods:

  • Debit Card
  • Credit Card
  • Net Banking
  • UPI

Candidates must complete the payment while submitting the application form on the official website nls.ac.in before March 23, 2025.

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Q:   Will my NLSAT application form be considered submitted if I have not paid the application fee?

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No, your NLSAT 2025 application form will not be considered submitted if you have not paid the application fee.

Key Points:

  • The application process is only complete after successful fee payment.
  • Without payment, your application will be incomplete and not processed.
  • Ensure you pay the fee online through debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI before the deadline (March 23, 2025).
  • To confirm submission, check your email or nls.ac.in for a payment receipt and application status.
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Q:   Can I appear for NLSAT exam 2025 if I have not filled the application form?

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No, you cannot appear for the NLSAT 2025 exam if you have not filled out and submitted the application form.

Key Requirements to Appear for NLSAT 2025:

  • Complete the application form before the deadline (March 23, 2025).
  • Pay the application fee successfully.
  • Download the admit card, which is issued only to registered candidates.

Without a valid application and admit card, you will not be allowed to take the exam on April 27, 2025. Apply on nls.ac.in before the deadline.

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NLSAT Eligibility Criteria 2025

The candidates seeking admission through NLSAT LLB 2025 must match the eligibility criteria as under: 

  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 agregate of all papers for the graduation degree.
  3. If they belong to SC/ ST/ PWD/ OBC-NCL/ EWS category, then they must secure 40% marks in the qualifying degree. 

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Q:   What are the NLSAT eligibility criteria 2025?

A: 

The candidates seeking admission through NLSAT LLB 2025 had to match the eligibility criteria as under: 

  • Candidates must hold/ appeared for a graduation degree in any stream from a recognised college/ university as approved by AICTE/ 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 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 they need not have to attain any prescribed NLSAT 2025 age limit to take part in NLSAT Exam 2025. As per the official eligibility criteria of the NLSAT, there is no age-limit criteria for candidates to appear in NLSAT 2025 exam. However, it is mandatory for candidates to fulfill other basic educational requirements, to take part in the NLSAT Exam 2025.

Any person holding a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised national or international University is eligible to apply to the programme. There is no age limit to apply to the programme.

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Q:   What all documents are required to fill NLSAT 2025 application form?

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Documents Required to Fill NLSAT 2025 Application Form:

  • Passport-size Photograph (Recent, in JPG/JPEG format)
  • Scanned Signature (Clear and in JPG/JPEG format)
  • Educational Qualification Certificates (Bachelor's degree certificate/mark sheet)
  • Category Certificate (For SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates, if applicable)
  • PwD Certificate (If applying under the Persons with Disabilities category)
  • Domicile Certificate (For Karnataka students claiming reservation)
  • Valid ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, Passport, Voter ID, etc.)
    Ensure all documents are uploaded in the prescribed format while applying on nls.ac.in before March 23, 2025.
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Q:   Can I make changes in NLSAT application form 2025?

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No, you cannot make changes to the NLSAT 2025 application form once the submission window is closed.

Important Points:

  • Application Correction Window: NLSIU does not usually provide a correction window after submission.
  • Before Submission: Carefully review all details before submitting the form.
  • If Errors Are Found: Contact NLSIU authorities immediately through the official website nls.ac.in before the deadline (March 23, 2025).

It's best to double-check all details and ensure accuracy before final submission.

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  • Step 1: Visit the official website – nls.ac.in
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  • Step 3: Enter your registration number

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The National Law School Admission Test (NLSAT) does not have a fixed pass percentage. Instead, candidates must achieve specific percentile thresholds to qualify for admission:

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To calculate your NLSAT 2025 score, follow these steps based on the marking scheme:

  • Step 1: Count the number of correct answers.
  • Step 2: Multiply the correct answers by +1 mark (each correct answer carries 1 mark).
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Follow these steps to check your NLSAT 2025 result once it is released:

  • Step 1: Visit the official website – nls.ac.in
  • Step 2: Click on the “NLSAT 2025 Result” link on the homepage.
  • Step 3: Enter your registered email ID and password.
  • Step 4: Your NLSAT scorecard will be displayed on the screen.
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Yes, NLSIU Bangalore typically sends a notification via email and SMS to registered candidates when the NLSAT 2025 results are released. However, it is advisable to regularly check the official website (nls.ac.in or admissions.nls.ac.in) for updates.

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The NLSAT 2025 exam follows a structured marking scheme to evaluate candidates fairly.

  • Total Marks: 150
  •  Sections: Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and descriptive questions
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MCQs: +1 mark for each correct answer
Descriptive Questions: Evaluated based on quality of response
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Yes, NLSIU Bangalore officially releases the NLSAT Answer Key 2025 on its website nls.ac.in.

NLSAT Answer Key Release Process:

  • Provisional Answer Key: Released shortly after the exam (usually within a day).
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The NLSAT 2025 exam is scheduled for April 27, 2025. Typically, the provisional answer key is released a day after the exam, allowing candidates to review and raise objections if necessary. 

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The NLSAT OMR Sheet is the official answer sheet used by candidates to mark their responses in the NLSAT 2025 exam, which follows an OMR-based format for multiple-choice questions (MCQs).

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