NLSIU – National Law School of India University Admission
National Law School of India University (NLSIU) is a publicly-owned national law university offering quality education at a higher level. It was established under the National Law School of India Act (Karnataka Act 22 of 1986), notified in the official Gazette in 1987. NLSIU was among the first institutions in India to introduce the five-year integrated law degree programme at the undergraduate level in 1988. The university holds recognition from the University Grants Commission (UGC) and Bar Council of India (BCI). NLSIU is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and holds an ‘A Grade’ accreditation from NAAC.
National Law School of India University (NLSIU) was established under the National Law School of India Act (Karnataka Act 22 of 1986) in the year 1987. It is a public state university approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC). The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) has accredited the university with an ‘A’ grade. The varsity campus is spread over an area of 23 acres and it has a total of 36 faculty members. As per the official website, NLSIU Bangalore vision is to provide socially relevant learning experiences to its students. NLSIU Bangalore ranked 1st in the NIRF 2023 under the law category.
Eligibility Criteria:
Course Name : BA LLB (Hons)
Eligibility: Class 12 with at least 45% aggregate (40% aggregate for SC, ST, and PwD candidates)
Selection Criteria: CLAT,
Course Name :LLM
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university
Selection Criteria: CLAT
Course Name :Master of Public Policy
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university
Selection Criteria: Policy Aptitude Test (PAT) & Personal Interview
Course Name :PhD in Law
Eligibility: LLM with 55% aggregate (50% aggregate for SC/ ST/ SAP)
Selection Criteria: NLSUI written test
Course Name :PhD Interdisciplinary Programme
Eligibility: Master’s degree with 55% aggregate (50% aggregate for SC/ ST/ SAP)
Selection Criteria: PAT followed by an interview
Integrated PhD in Public Policy
Eligibility: Master’s degree in any discipline
Selection Criteria: Policy Aptitude Test (PAT) and interview
Doctor of Laws (LLD)
Eligibility: PhD in Law along with ten years of experience
Selection Criteria: Research proposal report and oral presentation
PG Diplomas
Eligibility: Graduate degree in a relevant discipline of Law
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NLSIU M.Phil & Ph.D. Admission 2021
Application Process
- Candidates are required to submit the application along with the research proposal of about 10 to 12 pages.
Candidates can download the application form from the university website. - Candidates will have to pay an application fee of INR 3000.
- After the submission of the application, candidates are required to appear for the Admission test. The test will consist of the following:
- Objective type questions on Research Aptitude: 50 marks.
- Contemporary development in the field of law and society: 50 marks.
- Specific questions in Law/ MBL/ MPP/ other disciplines: 50 marks.
- Candidates that are successful in the written test will be required to make an oral presentation in front of a panel of experts.
NLSIU LL.D Admission 2023
.Application Process
Candidates have to download the online application form from the university website.
Application form should be submitted along with a research proposal of 10 to 12 pages.
Candidates also have to pay an application fee.
After the submission of the application form, candidates will have to appear for an Admission Test.
Candidates who secure 50% or more in the test will qualify for an oral presentation in front of a panel of experts.
The detailed application process along with the breakdown of every step can be found on the official university website.
NLSIU BA LL.B Fee:
Given below is the category-wise total fee for the BA LL.B program
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General Category: Rs. 2, 75, 100/- p.a.
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SC/ST Category: Rs. 2, 71, 850/- p.a.
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Foreign Nationals: USD 10025