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NALSAR (NLU Hyderabad): Admission 2024, Courses, Eligibility, Fees and Important Updates

NALSAR

NALSAR (NLU Hyderabad) is counted amongst the top law schools of the country. For many Candidates appearing for CLAT 2025, NALSAR is the dream NLU. In India, NALSAR is the second National Law University established in India.

The National Academy of Legal Studies and Research (NALSAR) was established in 1998 by a Statute of the State of Andhra Pradesh. According to the 2023 NIRF ranking, NALSAR Hyderabad is the 3rd best law school in the country.

It constantly features among the top two National Law Universities in any rankings conducted in the field of legal education.

NALSAR offer various programs like BA LLB Hons, LLM, M.Phil Law, and PhD Law. To get into BA LLB Hons, you need to take the CLAT UG exam, while for LLM, it’s the CLAT PG exam. Admission to the M.Phil Law program involves a test and interview, but those with UGC NET/JRF/SLET qualifications are exempt from the test.

NALSAR was driven by mandatory courses until 2012, but post-re-evaluation in June 2012, it moved to a credit-based system, wherein a student is required to earn 200 credit points to earn their degree.

NALSAR Courses

NALSAR B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) Programme

The NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad provides a 5-year integrated B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) programme. Candidates who want to take admission in the 5-year Bachelor of Laws (Honors) course at NALSAR College of Law, Hyderabad should appear for CLAT and get good score.

NALSAR LL.M. Programme

NALSAR’s LL.M. Programme is a 1-year programme. It is a mix of research work and courses. Candidates should be aware of the fact that the university offers 30% (32 seats) i.e. a Horizontal reservation for Female candidates for admission to this particular course.

Admission to this particular course is based on CLAT rank. Candidates seeking admission must be eligible and of a suitable rank. However, the university makes reservations for students residing in Telangana.

NALSAR LL.M. Ph.D.

The duration for integrated LL.M., Ph.D. programme is four years. Candidates should keep in mind that they will receive stipend throughout their studies.

NALSAR MBA Program

NALSAR University, Hyderabad Two Year M.B.A. (Master in Business Administration) program, which aims to combine higher education in law with management studies. The program offers specialization in Corporate Governance, Court Management, Financial Services and Capital Markets, Sustainability and Innovation Management, Marketing Management, Human Resource Management, and Business Regulations.

NALSAR Ph.D. Program

NALSAR University in Hyderabad offers a Ph.D. program with two options. Candidates can choose to pursue it on a full-time basis which will take at least 2 to 3 years complete or on part-time basis which will will take you approximately 3-6 years to earn your degree.

NALSAR Application Process

NALSAR Application Form

Application forms for all of the courses except Ph.D. and M.Phil are available in online mode

Candidates can download the application form directly from the official website of The National Academy of Legal Studies and Research (NALSAR). After downloading, candidates should fill the form will all the relevant details. Candidates should make sure that there are no mistakes in the application form which could lead to its rejection. Upon completion, students can also post the form to the university office:

NALSAR Address:

NALSAR University of Law, Post box no. 1, Justice City, Shameerpet, R.R. Dist 500 101 Telangana, India

NALSAR Application Form Fee

  • Candidates have to deposit the fee for the submission of the application form for NALSAR Admission 2023:
  • General / SAP/OBC – Rs. 4000
  • SC / ST category – Rs. 3500
  • Candidates can have a look at the fee structure given below for the respective courses.

NALSAR Course Duration

Below table contains information about the duration of various courses offered by National Academy of Legal Studies and Research (NALSAR) University of Law, Hyderabad

Course

Duration

Bachelors of Arts + Bachelors of Law (BA LL.B) (Hons)

5 years

Masters of Law (L.L.M)

1 year

M.Phil (Law)

1 year

Ph.D. (Law)

3 years

Post Graduate Diploma

1 year

NALSAR (NLU Hyderabad) Fees

NALSAR offers a number of courses . Go through the below table to know about the National Academy of Legal Studies and Research (NALSAR) University of Law, Hyderabad fees to be paid for various courses. With the help of this candidates can make arrangements well in advance.

Course

Fees structure/(yearly)

Bachelors of Arts + Bachelors of Law (BA LL.B) (Hons)

207,000

Masters of Law (L.L.M)

83,500

M.Phil (Law)

45,000

Ph.D. (Law)

38,000

Post Graduate Diploma

17,300

NALSAR Eligibility

NALSAR BA LLB Eligibility

  • Candidates should have completed and passed the Higher Secondary School Examination (10+2) or an equivalent examination.
  • General: Not less than 45%
  • ST/SC/student with Disability: Minimum 40% aggregate marks
  • Candidates will be selected through CLAT (Common Law Admission Test) Examination

NALSAR  LLM Eligibility

  • The candidate must have an LL.B Degree or an equivalent degree from a recognized university.
  • General: Not less than 55%
  • SC/ST/student with Disability: Minimum 50% Aggregate marks
  • Candidates will be selected through CLAT (Common Law Admission Test) Examination

NALSAR  M.Phil Eligibility

  • The candidate must have secured a Master’s Degree in law with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks
  • Candidates will be selected through an Entrance Test + Interview

NALSAR  PhD Eligibility

  • The candidate must have secured a Master’s Degree from any UGC recognized university or an equivalent degree from a foreign university.
  • General: A minimum of 55% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA
  • SC/ST/student with Disability: A minimum of 50% aggregate marks
  • High Court Judges having a minimum of 3 years of experience can also apply.
  • Candidates will be selected through an Entrance Test + Interview

NALSAR Hyderabad Scholarship Program

National Academy of Legal Studies and Research (NALSAR) University of Law, Hyderabad is well aware about its value and how many candidates aspire to be a part of this institute and therefore NALSAR offers both fee relaxation and scholarships to provide financial assistance to deserving candidates. To be eligible to apply for fee concession and scholarship, a candidate should have

  • Minimum 60% marks in the 10+2 examination, if the candidate is a first-year student.
  • Other students need to maintain a minimum CGPA of 4.00 to avail of fee waiver where the annual income of parents should not exceed Rs. 3,50,000/- p.a.
  • Scholarships are awarded to students based on merit-cum-means criteria

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