The National Law School of India University has kept the NLSAT 2026 registration window open for the 3-year LLB and other PG programs. Eligible graduates must complete their online application and fee payment by the March 23 deadline. Prepare your documents and CV for submission on the official portal for the April 26 entrance exam.

The National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru, continues to accept applications for the National Law School Admissions Test (NLSIU-entrance) 2026. As of today, January 20, 2026, the candidate-portal remains live for aspirants targeting the 3-year LL.B. (Hons.), Master of Public Policy (MPP), and Ph.D. programs. With the final submission date set for March 23, 2026, university officials are encouraging students to complete their enrollment-tasks early to avoid the anticipated heavy web traffic during the final week of March.

Key Deadlines and Examination Schedule

The NLSIU-entrance timeline is strictly defined to ensure a smooth transition to the offline testing phase across national centers.

• Final Deadline: All forms must be submitted through the candidate-portal by 11:59 PM on March 23, 2026.
• Exam Date: The university is scheduled to conduct the entrance test on April 26, 2026, between 10:00 AM and 12:30 PM.
• Result Publication: Following the evaluation of Part A and Part B, the final merit list for the enrollment-tasks will be published by the end of May 2026.
• Academic Session: The first semester for the new batch is slated to commence on July 1, 2026.

Eligibility Criteria and Academic Norms

Candidates looking to register via the candidate-portal must fulfill the specific academic benchmarks for their chosen course.

• Minimum Marks: General category applicants require at least 45% marks in their bachelor's degree, while SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PWD candidates need a minimum of 40% as per the degree-norms.
• Final Year Students: Those in their final year of graduation are also eligible to perform the enrollment-tasks, provided they complete their degree by the time of admission.
• No Age Limit: Consistent with previous years, the NLSIU-entrance for the 3-year LLB program does not enforce an upper age limit.
• Document Proof: Successful applicants must submit proof of their qualifying degree under the degree-norms no later than December 31, 2026.

Application Fees and Mandatory Documentation

The registration process requires the payment of a non-refundable fee and the uploading of specific identity and academic files.

• CV Requirement: A unique part of the enrollment-tasks is the submission of a current Curriculum Vitae (CV) that does not exceed two pages.
• Identity Verification: Candidates must provide a government-issued ID, such as an Aadhaar or PAN card, to verify their profile on the candidate-portal.
• Exam Format: The NLSIU-entrance will be a pen-and-paper test consisting of objective questions (Part A) and subjective legal/analytical writing (Part B).
• Degree Verification: Candidates from international universities must ensure their qualification follows the equivalent degree-norms recognized by the Association of Indian Universities.

Conclusion

As the March 23 deadline approaches, the 2026 NLSIU-entrance cycle is seeing a high volume of registrations from across the country. Students are advised to double-check their eligibility under the degree-norms before initiating the enrollment-tasks on the university website. By securing a spot through the candidate-portal now, aspirants can focus their remaining time on mastering the unique two-part examination pattern. NLSIU remains a premier destination for legal studies, and this year’s session is expected to be one of the most competitive to date.