National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru

Established: 1987 | Location; Bengaluru, Karnataka Ranking: #1 National Law University in India Founder; Prof. N. R. Madhava Menon

🎓 Overview

National Law School of India University (NLSIU) is India’s premier law institution, consistently ranked as the #1 law school in the country. Established in 1987, NLSIU has set the benchmark for legal education in India and has produced numerous distinguished legal professionals, judges, and policymakers.

📊 Admission Statistics

CLAT 2024 Admission Data

• Total Seats: 120 (80 General + 40 NRI/NRI Sponsored)
• Closing Rank (General); AIR 72
• Closing Rank (NRI); AIR 450
• Competition Ratio: 60:1
• Application Trends: 15% increase from 2023

Category-wise Distribution (2024)

• General Category: 32 seats
• OBC-NCL: 17 seats
• SC: 9 seats
• ST: 5 seats
• EWS: 8 seats
• PwD: 5 seats (horizontal)
• NRI/NRI Sponsored: 40 seats

💰 Fee Structure 2024-2025

Academic Fees

• Tuition Fee: ₹2,45,000 per annum
• Hostel Fee: ₹85,000 per annum
• Mess Fee: ₹65,000 per annum
• Caution Deposit: ₹25,000 (refundable)
• Total Annual Cost: ₹3,95,000 (approximately)

NRI/NRI Sponsored Fees

• Tuition Fee: $12,000 per annum
• Hostel Fee: $4,000 per annum
• Mess Fee: $3,000 per annum
• Total Annual Cost: $19,000 (approximately)

Scholarships and Financial Aid

• Merit Scholarships; Based on CLAT rank (up to 50% fee waiver)
• Need-Based Financial Aid; Family income criteria
• External Scholarships; Various corporate and government scholarships
• Education Loans; Easy approval from nationalized banks

🏆 Placements & Career Prospects

2024 Placement Statistics

• Total Students Placed: 115 out of 120 (96%)
• Average Package: ₹18-22 LPA
• Highest Package: ₹35 LPA
• Median Package: ₹16 LPA
• Top Recruiters; AZB & Partners, Trilegal, Khaitan & Co, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas

Sector-wise Placement

• Law Firms: 45% (52 students)
• Corporate Sector: 30% (35 students)
• Litigation: 12% (14 students)
• Civil Services: 5% (6 students)
• Higher Studies: 5% (6 students)
• Others: 3% (4 students)

Notable Alumni

• Judiciary; Multiple High Court and Supreme Court judges
• Politics; Several MPs and MLAs
• Academia; Professors at top universities worldwide
• Corporate; Partners in leading law firms
• International; Working with UN, World Bank, and other organizations

📚 Academic Programs

Undergraduate Programs

• BA LLB (Hons): 5-year integrated program
• BBA LLB (Hons): 5-year integrated program
• Specializations; Constitutional Law, Corporate Law, International Law

Postgraduate Programs

• LLM: 1-year program with multiple specializations
• MA in Public Policy: 2-year interdisciplinary program
• PhD Programs; Full-time and part-time research programs

Certificate Programs

• Intellectual Property Rights
• Corporate Law
• International Trade Law
• Cyber Law

🏫 Campus & Infrastructure

Academic Facilities

• Library: 100,000 + volumes, digital resources, international journals
• Moot Court Hall: 300 + capacity with modern amenities
• Classrooms; Smart classrooms with audio-visual facilities
• Computer Lab: 24 /7 internet access with legal databases
• Research Centers; Multiple specialized research centers

Hostel Facilities

• Capacity: 600 + students
• Room Types; Single, double, and triple sharing
• Amenities; Wi-Fi, gym, sports facilities, medical center
• Security: 24 /7 security with CCTV surveillance

Sports & Recreation

• Sports Complex; Basketball, volleyball, tennis courts
• Gymnasium; Modern fitness equipment
• Cultural Activities; Annual fest, debate competitions, moot courts
• Student Clubs: 15 + active student clubs and societies

🎯 Faculty & Research

Faculty Strength

• Total Faculty: 50 + permanent faculty members
• Visiting Faculty: 20 + renowned legal practitioners and academicians
• Student-Faculty Ratio: 12:1
• Faculty Qualifications; PhDs from top universities worldwide

Research Centers

• Center for Law and Policy Research
• Center for Intellectual Property Rights
• Center for Environmental Law
• Center for Human Rights Studies

Publications

• NLSIU Law Review; Quarterly peer-reviewed journal
• Working Papers Series; Faculty research publications
• Books and Monographs; Regular academic publications

📈 Rankings & Accolades

National Rankings

• NIRF Law Ranking: #1 (7 consecutive years)
• India Today Ranking: #1 Law College
• Outlook Ranking: #1 Law School
• The Week Ranking: #1 Law Institution

International Recognition

• QS World Rankings; Top 150 globally
• Times Higher Education; Top 200 globally
• Partnerships: 50 + international university collaborations

🌍 International Collaborations

Exchange Programs

• Student Exchange; With Harvard, Yale, Oxford, and other top universities
• Semester Abroad; Opportunities for international study
• Summer Programs; International summer school programs
• Research Collaborations; Joint research projects

MoU Partnerships

• Harvard Law School; Student and faculty exchange
• University of Oxford; Research collaboration
• National University of Singapore; Dual degree programs
• Melbourne Law School; Joint research initiatives

📋 Admission Process

Eligibility Criteria

• Academic: 10 +2 with minimum 45% marks (40% for SC/ST)
• Age Limit; No upper age limit
• CLAT Score; Must appear and qualify in CLAT 2025

Application Process

1. CLAT Registration; Register and appear for CLAT 2025
2. Choice Filling; Lock NLSIU as preference during counseling
3. Document Verification; Submit required documents
4. Fee Payment; Pay admission fees within deadline
5. Reporting; Join the institute as per schedule

Important Documents Required

• CLAT 2025 Admit Card and Scorecard
• Class 10th and 12th mark sheets
• Transfer Certificate
• Character Certificate
• Medical Certificate
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Passport size photographs

🎓 Student Life

Academic Life

• Curriculum; Rigorous academic program with practical exposure
• Moot Courts; Regular moot court competitions
• Legal Aid Clinic; Community service through legal aid
• Internships; Mandatory internships each year

Cultural Activities

• Legalease; Annual cultural fest
• Strawberry Fields; Music festival
• Sports Meet; Annual sports competition
• Debates and MUNs; Regular competitions

Student Support Services

• Mentoring Program; Faculty mentorship for all students
• Counseling Services; Mental health and career counseling
• Placement Cell; Dedicated placement assistance
• Alumni Network; Strong alumni support system

📞 Contact Information

University Address

National Law School of India University
Nagarbhavi, Bengaluru - 560 072
Karnataka, India

Contact Details

• Phone: +91-80-23160500
• Email; admissions@nls. ac. in
• Website; www. nls. ac. in
• Social Media; Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram

Admission Office

• Phone: +91-80-23160525
• Email; admissionsoffice@nls. ac. in
• Working Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (Monday-Friday)

NLSIU continues to maintain its position as India’s premier law institution, offering world-class legal education and producing exceptional legal professionals who contribute significantly to the legal field and society at large.