About College/University

National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru, established in 1986, is India’s premier law university and the first National Law University in the country. The university is recognized by UGC and approved by the Bar Council of India.

Located in Nagarbhavi, Bengaluru, NLSIU is consistently ranked among the top law schools in India and is known for its rigorous academic curriculum, strong research output and exceptional placement record in top law firms and corporate sectors.

Courses

Undergraduate Programmes

• BA LL.B (Hons)

Postgraduate Programmes

• LL.M
• Master’s in Public Policy (MPP)

Doctoral Programmes

• Ph.D in Law and allied areas

Course Eligibility

BA LL.B

• 10+2 in any stream
• CLAT (UG)

LL.M

• LL.B degree
• CLAT (PG)

Ph.D

• Master’s degree in Law + interview

Fees

BA LL.B

₹3.5 – ₹4.2 lakh per year

LL.M

₹2 – ₹3 lakh per year

Placement

Average Package
₹16 – ₹20 LPA

Highest Package
₹35 – ₹40+ LPA

Top Recruiters

• Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas
• Khaitan & Co
• AZB & Partners
• Trilegal
• Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas
• CAM
• Top international law firms

Admission Process

• Appear for CLAT
• Participate in counselling
• Seat allotment
• Document verification
• Fee payment

College Highlights

✔ India’s first NLU (1986)
✔ NIRF #1 law university
✔ Extremely high CLAT cutoff
✔ Elite corporate placements
✔ Strong mooting culture
✔ Located in Bengaluru
✔ National reputation

FAQs

Q. Is NLSIU government or private?
Government National Law University.

Q. Is NLSIU ranked #1?
Yes, frequently ranked #1 in law.

Q. Which exam is required?
CLAT.

Q. Where is NLSIU located?
Bengaluru, Karnataka.

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