NLSIU Bengaluru announces NLSAT 2027 for BA, LLB, MPP and PhD admissions; applications to open in November

The National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru, has announced its admission schedule for the academic year 2027-28 through the National Law School Admission Test (NLSAT) 2027. According to the notification issued on October 9, the entrance examination will be conducted on April 25, 2027, at designated test centres across India.The university will offer admissions to its Bachelor of Arts (Honours), three-year Bachelor of Laws (LLB Honours), Master’s Programme in Public Policy (MPP) and PhD programmes through the admission process. Application forms for these programmes are scheduled to be released on the university’s official website, nls.ac.in, in November 2026.The academic session for the admitted candidates is scheduled to commence on July 1, 2027.NLSAT 2027 examination date and application scheduleAs per the admission notification, NLSAT 2027 will be held on Sunday, April 25, 2027. Candidates seeking admission to the listed programmes will have to appear for the entrance examination as prescribed by the university.The application process is expected to begin in November 2026. Candidates should regularly check the official NLSIU website for the application link, programme-specific eligibility criteria, submission deadlines, examination details and other admission instructions.The university has advised prospective applicants to refer to the relevant admission notifications before applying to ensure that they meet the requirements for their chosen programme.Which programmes will be offered through NLSAT 2027?NLSIU will conduct admissions through NLSAT 2027 for undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes. The courses cater to students interested in humanities, legal education, public policy and academic research.BA (Honours)The university offers a three-year undergraduate BA (Honours) programme, with an option to pursue an additional fourth year focused on research.The course structure includes foundational courses, majors, minors, electives, language courses, practical learning and internships. The programme is designed to provide students with a broad academic foundation while allowing them to explore specific areas of interest.Three-year LLB (Honours)The three-year postgraduate LLB (Honours) programme is open to graduates from different academic backgrounds who wish to pursue legal education and build careers in the legal profession.Unlike five-year integrated law courses that students can join after Class 12, this programme is intended for candidates who have already completed an undergraduate degree. Applicants should check the university’s detailed notification for the prescribed eligibility conditions.Master’s Programme in Public PolicyNLSIU will also offer admission to its two-year Master’s Programme in Public Policy. The programme focuses on public policy, social sciences and law.It is intended for candidates interested in understanding policy development, governance and the role of legal and social institutions in public affairs.PhD programmesThe university will conduct admissions to doctoral programmes in Law and in Social Sciences, Humanities and Public Policy.Candidates interested in pursuing research should consult the respective PhD admission notification for details of eligibility, the application process and other selection requirements.How to check the NLSIU admission notificationCandidates can follow these steps to access the admission notification for the academic year 2027-28:Visit the official website, nls.ac.in.Navigate to the admissions section of the website.Look for the NLSAT 2027 admission notification for the relevant programme.Open the notification and read the eligibility criteria, examination details and application instructions.Check the website again in November 2026 for the release of application forms and further admission-related announcements.Candidates should rely on the official university website for updates regarding the application process, examination schedule and programme-specific requirements.Get the latest Education News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.