NALSAR University of Law (NALSAR) is a public National Law University set up in 1998 by the Government of Andhra Pradesh, now Telangana, under the NALSAR University of Law Act. It is recognised by the Bar Council of India (BCI) and approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC). The university has an A++ grade from NAAC, placing it among India’s highly accredited law universities.

In the NIRF Law Rankings 2025, NALSAR holds the 3rd rank in India among law institutions with a score of 79.50. It is known as one of the leading National Law Universities and is often placed with NLSIU Bangalore and NLU Delhi among the top law schools in the country.

The university runs from a 55-acre fully residential campus at Shamirpet, Secunderabad, Telangana. The campus has academic blocks, a law library, moot court halls, and separate hostels for students.

  • BA LLB (Hons): 5-year integrated law course with 132 seats across general and reserved categories, with 15% seats reserved under the Telangana state quota
  • BBA + MBA: 5-year integrated course for students who want to study business and management
  • LLM: 1-year postgraduate law course offered in 8 specialisations
  • MBA: 2-year management course
  • PhD (Law), LLM + PhD for 4 years, and Certificate in Cyber Law

For General category students, the total BA LLB (Hons) fee is INR 12,90,000 for the full 5-year course. BA LLB students must also pay hostel and mess charges of INR 1,07,000 per year. The LLM fee is INR 1,75,000 for one year.

NALSAR gives merit-cum-means scholarships with up to 50% fee waiver to students whose family income is below INR 8 lakhs per year.

For BA LLB graduates in 2025, the highest package stood at INR 65 LPA and the average package was INR 17 LPA. Major recruiters included Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, AZB and Partners, and Khaitan and Co.

Admission Update: NALSAR admissions for the 2026 batch are over. CLAT 2026 counselling and all seat allotment rounds have been completed. The next admission cycle for the 2027 batch is expected to start with CLAT 2027 registration from August to October 2026.

NALSAR Admission Dates 2027

BA LLB (Hons) admission at NALSAR is done through CLAT, which is conducted by the Consortium of NLUs. The 2026 admission cycle has ended, and the 2027 cycle is expected to follow the timeline given below.

CLAT 2027 Admission Cycle (Tentative)

EventDate
CLAT 2027 registration opensAugust to October 2026
CLAT 2027 application deadlineNovember 2026 (expected)
CLAT 2027 examDecember 2026 (expected)
NALSAR counselling roundsJanuary to March 2027 (expected)

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

NALSAR Courses and Fees

NALSAR teaches law and management at undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and certificate levels. Its main course is the BA LLB (Hons), a 5-year integrated degree where admission is through CLAT. BA LLB students must live on campus.

CourseDurationFee (General)Fee (SC/ST)
BA LLB (Hons)5 YearsINR 12,90,000INR 12,84,000
BBA + MBA5 YearsINR 22,30,000Not available
LLM (8 Specialisations)1 YearINR 1,75,000INR 1,69,000
MBA2 YearsINR 8,79,000Not available
PhD Law (Full-time)3 to 5 YearsINR 3,34,000Not available
LLM + PhD4 YearsINR 1,04,000Not available
Certificate in Cyber LawShort-termINR 7,500Not available

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

BA LLB students have to pay hostel and mess charges of INR 1,07,000 per year. The LLM specialisations are Corporate Law, Intellectual Property, Criminal Law, Constitutional Law, International Law, Human Rights, Business Law, and Cyber Law.

NALSAR Admission Process

For BA LLB (Hons), NALSAR gives admission only through CLAT scores. The university does not offer management quota admission, direct admission, or its own separate entrance test for this course. The Consortium of NLUs conducts the counselling process and all seat allotment rounds.

The BA LLB (Hons) course has 132 seats. These include 66 seats for the General category, 26 for OBC-NCL, 19 for SC, 8 for ST, and 13 for EWS. Another 15% of seats are kept under the Telangana state quota.

As per CLAT 2025 data, the General category closing rank at NALSAR was 155 in Round 1 and 6,981 in Round 2, including state quota and later-round movement. Students aiming for NALSAR should try to secure a General category CLAT rank within the top 200 for a stronger chance in Round 1 counselling.

For LLM, admission is based on CLAT PG scores. MBA admission is done through CAT or CMAT scores. PhD admission requires a separate NALSAR entrance test followed by an interview.

NALSAR Placements and Career Outcomes

NALSAR students enter fields such as litigation, corporate law, policy, and business consulting. In 2023 to 2024, every student who chose campus recruitment was placed, giving a 100% placement rate for participating students.

MetricBA LLB (2025)LLMMBA
Highest PackageINR 65 LPANot availableINR 12 LPA
Average PackageINR 17 LPANot availableINR 7.49 LPA
Median PackageINR 17.5 LPAINR 7.8 LPAINR 7.5 LPA

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas, AZB and Partners, Khaitan and Co, Deloitte, BCG, and Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories are among the main recruiters. Graduates work in leading law firms, corporate legal teams, civil services, the judiciary, and international organisations. Many alumni also go abroad for LLM studies after finishing the BA LLB course.

NALSAR Rankings

NALSAR regularly appears among India’s top three law universities in major national rankings.

Ranking BodyCategoryRank (2025)
NIRFLaw3
NAACAccreditationA++

The university has continued to hold a top-3 position in NIRF Law rankings across multiple years. This reflects its performance in teaching and learning resources, research, outreach, and graduation outcomes.

NALSAR Scholarships

NALSAR supports students with strong academic records and students from economically weaker backgrounds through different scholarship options.

ScholarshipEligibilityBenefit
Merit-cum-Means ScholarshipFamily income below INR 8 lakhs per year with strong academic recordUp to 50% fee waiver
State Government ScholarshipStudents from Telangana who meet state government rulesAs per state norms
Central Government ScholarshipSC, ST, and OBC students who meet UGC rulesAs per central government norms

SC and ST students also get slightly lower tuition fees under the NALSAR fee structure.

NALSAR Campus and Infrastructure

NALSAR has a 55-acre campus in Shamirpet, Secunderabad, Telangana. It is built as a fully residential academic space. Hostel stay is compulsory for all BA LLB students during the course.

The campus includes a large central law library with legal databases, moot court halls, seminar rooms, computing labs, and indoor and outdoor sports facilities. It also has separate hostels for men and women, a student canteen, medical facilities, and faculty residences.

The residential system is an important part of student life at NALSAR. It brings students from across India into a shared academic environment beyond regular classes. Moot court competitions, model UN conferences, and guest lectures by senior advocates and judges are held on campus during the academic year.

NALSAR vs NLSIU Bangalore vs NLU Delhi

NALSAR, NLSIU Bangalore, and NLU Delhi are among the most preferred National Law Universities in India. Many CLAT aspirants compare these three institutions while choosing a law school.

ParameterNALSARNLSIU BangaloreNLU Delhi
NIRF Law Rank (2025)312
NAAC GradeA++A++A+
BA LLB Total FeesINR 12,90,000INR 22,93,000Not disclosed
BA LLB Median PackageINR 17.5 LPAINR 19 LPAINR 13.2 LPA
CLAT Gen Closing Rank (2025)155 (Round 1)40 to 5090 to 100
Campus ModelFully residentialFully residentialNon-residential
LocationHyderabadBangaloreNew Delhi

NLSIU Bangalore has the top NIRF rank and a higher median placement figure, but its fees are also much higher. NLU Delhi gives students a non-residential option in the national capital and has strong links with the judiciary and government sector. NALSAR offers a strong balance with a top-3 NIRF rank, A++ accreditation, a fully residential campus, and fees 44% lower than NLSIU. Students with CLAT ranks in the 100 to 200 range who want a residential NLU in a major city can consider NALSAR.

NALSAR FAQs

Ques. What General category rank is needed for NALSAR BA LLB through CLAT?

Ans. In CLAT 2025, NALSAR closed at rank 155 for the General category in Round 1 counselling. A rank within the top 200 can improve the chances of getting a seat in the first round.

Ques. Do BA LLB students have to stay in the NALSAR hostel?

Ans. Yes, hostel stay is compulsory for all BA LLB students at NALSAR. Hostel and mess charges are INR 1,07,000 per year and are paid separately from tuition fees.

Ques. Where does NALSAR stand in NIRF Law Rankings 2025?

Ans. NALSAR is ranked 3rd in the NIRF Law Rankings 2025 with a score of 79.50. It is regularly counted among India’s top three law universities.

Ques. What was the top package for NALSAR placements?

Ans. The highest BA LLB placement package at NALSAR in 2025 was INR 65 LPA, offered by an international law firm. The average package for that batch was INR 17 LPA.

Ques. Are scholarships available at NALSAR?

Ans. Yes, NALSAR offers a Merit-cum-Means Scholarship with up to 50% fee waiver for students whose family income is below INR 8 lakhs per year. Central and state government scholarships are also available for SC, ST, and OBC students.