NLSAT 2027 – Exam, Eligibility, Fees & Admission
About NLSAT
The National Law School Admissions Test (NLSAT) is conducted by National Law School of India University (NLSIU) Bengaluru for admission to selected undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes.
NLSIU is one of India’s leading national law universities, established in 1986 in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
For the academic session 2027–28, NLSIU is conducting NLSAT for admission to programmes including the three-year LL.B. (Hons.), NLS B.A. (Hons.), Master’s in Public Policy and Ph.D. programmes.
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NLSAT 2027 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | National Law School Admissions Test |
| Popularly Known As | NLSAT |
| Conducting University | NLSIU Bengaluru |
| Established | 1986 |
| Exam Level | National |
| Law Course | 3-Year LL.B. (Hons.) |
| Course Duration | 3 Years |
| Campus | Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| Admission Session | 2027–2028 |
| Admission Process | NLSAT-LLB 2027 |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Total Seats | 120 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Date | 25 April 2027 |
| Official Website | https://www.nls.ac.in/ |
Courses Offered Through NLSAT 2027
| Programme | Duration | Entrance Examination |
|---|---|---|
| 3-Year LL.B. (Hons.) | 3 Years | NLSAT-LLB |
| NLS B.A. (Hons.) | 3 Years (optional 4th year) | NLSAT-BA |
| Master’s in Public Policy (MPP) | 2 Years | NLSAT-MPP |
| Ph.D. Programmes | As prescribed | NLSAT-PhD |
NLSAT 2027 Eligibility Criteria – 3-Year LL.B. (Hons.)
Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised national or international university.
| Category | Minimum Graduation Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 45% |
| SC | 40% |
| ST | 40% |
| OBC-NCL | 40% |
| PwD | 40% |
Additional Eligibility Requirements:
- Candidates from any graduation stream can apply.
- Final-year undergraduate students are also eligible.
- Final-year candidates must complete their bachelor’s degree with the required minimum marks.
- Proof of completion of the qualifying degree must be submitted by 31 December 2027.
- There is no upper age limit specified for admission.
NLSAT 2027 Exam Pattern – LL.B. (Hons.)
NLSAT-LLB consists of two sections, Part A and Part B. Both sections are compulsory.
| Particulars | Part A | Part B |
|---|---|---|
| Question Type | MCQs | Subjective |
| Number of Questions | 75 | As specified in paper |
| Maximum Marks | 75 | 75 |
| Duration | Combined 150 minutes | Combined 150 minutes |
| Negative Marking | Yes | No |
Part A – Multiple Choice Questions
Part A consists of 75 MCQs covering the following areas:
- Reading and Comprehension
- General Awareness
- Critical Reasoning
Marking Scheme:
- Correct Answer: +1 mark
- Incorrect Answer: -0.25 mark
- Unanswered Question: -0.25 mark
Part B – Subjective Questions
Part B evaluates candidates’ analytical and written communication abilities.
It includes:
- Legal Aptitude/Reasoning: Problem-based questions requiring short written answers. Prior legal knowledge is not expected.
- Analytical Ability: Essay-based questions testing issue awareness, logical arguments and structured writing.
Total Examination Marks: 150
Total Duration: 150 MinutesNational Law School of India University+1
NLSAT 2027 Seat Matrix & Reservation
NLSIU has announced a maximum intake of 120 students for the 3-Year LL.B. (Hons.) programme for the 2027–28 academic session.
| Reservation Category | Reservation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15% |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7.5% |
| OBC | 27% |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 10% |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | 5% Horizontal |
| Women Candidates | 30% Horizontal |
| Karnataka Students | 25% Horizontal |
NLSAT 2027 Important Admission Dates
| Admission Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Admission Notification | 9 October 2026 |
| Application Form Availability | November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 23 March 2027 |
| Admit Card | To Be Announced |
| NLSAT-LLB Examination | 25 April 2027 |
| Result / Final Admission List | By End of May 2027 |
| Academic Session Commencement | 1 July 2027 |
NLSAT 2027 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹3,500 |
| SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/EWS | ₹3,000 |
- Application fee is payable online.
- Application fees are non-refundable.
- Candidates must complete the application and fee payment before the deadline.
NLSIU 3-Year LL.B. Fee Structure
The university’s published 2026–27 fee schedule provides the following reference for the 3-Year LL.B. (Hons.) programme.
| Particulars | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition & Facilities Fee (Annual) | ₹3,18,200 |
| Off-Campus Housing Fee (Annual) | ₹1,88,200 |
| Approx. Total Annual Fee | ₹5,06,400 |
| One-Time Admission Fee | ₹13,900 |
| Refundable Security Deposit | ₹18,800 / ₹23,700 |
Important: The above is the 2026–27 fee structure, not a confirmed 2027–28 fee schedule. The university will notify the applicable fees for the new academic session.
NLSAT 2027 Admission Process
Candidates seeking admission to the 3-Year LL.B. (Hons.) programme must complete the following steps:
- Online Registration: Visit the official NLSIU admissions portal.
- Application Form: Enter personal, academic and communication details.
- Document Upload: Upload the required photograph, signature and academic documents.
- Application Fee: Pay the applicable registration fee.
- Admit Card: Download the examination admit card.
- Entrance Examination: Appear for NLSAT-LLB on 25 April 2027.
- Evaluation & Merit List: Candidates are assessed through Parts A and B.
- Final Admission: Complete document verification and fee payment after receiving the admission offer.
The programme is full-time and requires a minimum of 75% attendance in every course. National Law School of India University
Official Admission Links
- NLSIU Official Website: Visit Official Website
- NLSAT 2027 Admission Notification: Read Official Notification
- 3-Year LL.B. (Hons.) Details: Course & Admission Details
- NLSIU Admissions Portal: Application Portal