The National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru, has announced that the National Law School Admission Test (NLSAT) 2027 will be conducted on April 25, 2027, for admission to various programmes for the 2027–28 academic session.
The entrance examination is an important opportunity for candidates seeking admission to NLSIU’s undergraduate law, postgraduate law, public policy and doctoral programmes. The university’s new academic session is scheduled to commence on July 1, 2027.
Courses Offered Through NLSAT 2027
The admission test will cover several programmes offered by NLSIU, including:
- BA (Hons.) – Undergraduate programme
- Three-year LLB (Hons.) – Graduate-entry law programme
- Master’s Programme in Public Policy (MPP)
- PhD programmes – Doctoral research opportunities
Candidates should review the eligibility requirements and admission procedures for their chosen programme, as criteria and selection processes may differ.
Application Timeline and Important Details
According to the admission notification, application forms for the programmes are expected to be available on the university’s official website in November 2026. The NLSAT 2027 examination will take place on Sunday, April 25, 2027, at designated test centres across India. <Cite refs={[“turn729950search0”]} />
The university offers a multidisciplinary academic environment combining legal studies with areas such as social sciences, humanities and public policy. The BA (Hons.) programme includes an option to pursue an additional fourth year for research, while the three-year LLB (Hons.) programme is intended for graduates from different academic backgrounds who wish to enter the legal profession.
The two-year Master’s Programme in Public Policy focuses on public policy, social sciences and law. PhD opportunities are available in Law, as well as Social Sciences, Humanities and Public Policy. <Cite refs={[“turn729950search0”]} />
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official NLSIU website at nls.ac.in to access the admission notification and application forms when released.
Applicants are advised to check the programme-specific eligibility criteria, application deadlines, examination pattern and selection requirements before applying. The detailed application schedule and other instructions should be confirmed through the university’s official admission portal.
Key dates to remember
- Application forms: Expected in November 2026
- NLSAT 2027: April 25, 2027
- Academic session begins: July 1, 2027
The announcement gives prospective applicants time to prepare for the entrance examination and review the programmes best suited to their academic interests and career goals.
