Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Law [BALLB] {Hons.}
Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at NALSAR University of Law for the Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Law [BALLB] (Hons.) program are approximately INR 2.8- 3.07 lakh per annum. This includes a tuition fee of about INR 1.10- 1.55 lakh, with additional charges comprising of hostel fees ranging from INR 67,000 to INR 1.1 lakh, and mess fees ranging from INR 35,000 to INR 40,000 per year. There are also other academic charges around INR 15,000, and other fees totaling about INR 50,000.
For foreign nationals, tuition fees are USD 12,000 for non-SAARC countries and USD 6,000 for SAARC countries. A fee increment of INR 4,000 to 20,000 per annum is observed. NALSAR provides multiple scholarship opportunities, both merit- and need-based, for candidates with an annual family income not exceeding INR 8 lakh. Scholarships are available based on CLAT ranks or reservation categories.
About Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Law [BALLB] {Hons.}
NALSAR University of Law’s BA LLB Hons is a 5-year integrated law programme at Hyderabad that selects students through CLAT. The course offers 132 seats, with a curriculum built around legal theory, clinical training, and mandatory internships. Total 5-year fees stand at INR 12,90,000 for general category students. NALSAR is consistently ranked among India’s premier National Law Universities, with strong law firm placements making it a top NLU destination.
📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is 31 October 2026.
Key Points
- Mandatory summer internship after each academic year
- Student-run legal aid clinic serving real clients
- Moot court and oral advocacy training from Year 1
NALSAR BA LLB Hons Fees 2027
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 Fee | INR 2,72,000 |
| Year 2 Fee | INR 2,47,000 |
| Year 3 Fee | INR 2,52,000 |
| Year 4 Fee | INR 2,57,000 |
| Year 5 Fee | INR 2,62,000 |
| Total Fees (5 Years) | INR 12,90,000 |
- SC/ST students pay INR 2,66,000 in Year 1 and INR 12,84,000 overall.
- Hostel and mess fees are charged separately and not included above.
- General category fees based on 2026 fee notification.
NALSAR BA LLB Hons Admission 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CLAT 2027 Registration Opens | 3 August 2026 |
| CLAT 2027 Registration Closes | 31 October 2026 |
| CLAT 2027 Exam | 6 December 2026 |
| CLAT 2027 Result | December 2026 (Tentative) |
| CLAT Counselling Registration Closes | January 2027 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | July 2027 (Tentative) |
- 75% seats for All India and 25% for Telangana domicile students.
- Separate counselling rounds are held for reserved categories and NRI seats.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Class 12 from a recognised board with minimum 45% aggregate marks
- SC/ST candidates require a minimum of 40% aggregate in Class 12
- Must appear in and qualify CLAT UG conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities
- No upper age limit specified for admission to the programme
Admission Process
- Register on the CLAT portal at consortiumofnlus.ac.in between August and October 2026
- Appear for CLAT 2027 on 6 December 2026 at the assigned test centre
- After results in December 2026, participate in centralised CLAT counselling
- Select NALSAR as a preferred institution in the counselling seat preference list
- Accept the allotted seat and pay the initial seat confirmation fee online
- Submit documents including Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, identity proof, and caste certificate if applicable
- Report for document verification and attend orientation before class commencement
✓ Opt for this if
- Targeting a career at top Indian or international law firms
- Comfortable with a residential campus away from metro cities
- Want legal clinic and moot court training from Year 1
- Planning to pursue litigation, judiciary, or corporate law
✗ Skip if
- Need a campus in Mumbai, Delhi, or Bangalore for daily internship access
- Prefer a non-residential or day-scholar-friendly college setup
- Budget constraints make total fees of INR 12,90,000 over 5 years difficult
NALSAR BA LLB Hons Placement 2026
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Placement Rate (2025 Batch) | 100% |
| Average Package | INR 19 LPA |
| Highest Package | INR 65 LPA (International) |
| Students Placed | 95 |
| Top Recruiters | Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas AZB and Partners Khaitan and Co Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas Trilegal Argus Partners |
NALSAR BA LLB Hons Scholarships 2027
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NALSAR Need-Based Scholarship (Schedule I) | Based on income | Annual family income below INR 8,00,000 |
| NALSAR Merit-cum-Need Scholarship (Schedule II) | Based on income and merit | 25% merit and 75% means weightage applied |
| Aditya Birla Scholarship | As per scheme | Meritorious students nominated by NALSAR |
- Total annual scholarship fund for need-based categories is INR 50 Lakhs.
- Scholarship allocation overseen by the NALSAR scholarship committee.
- Students may also apply for central and state government scholarship schemes.
As mentioned, NALSAR offers admission to BALLB {Hons.} program based on CLAT rank. NALSAR CLAT Cutoff 2025 rank is 162 for the General category. Further, CLAT cutoff rank is 3273 for SC , 3621 for ST , 1219 for OBC and 546 for EWS category. Check NALSAR Cutoff
NALSAR BALLB {Hons.} Cutoff Year-wise Trends
The section below shows year-wise trends in NALSAR BALLB {Hons.} Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the NALSAR BALLB {Hons.} program in 2025 was closed at the 7676 rank , whereas in 2024, the closing rank was 6373 across all categories.
| Catgories | Cutoff rank 2025 | Cutoff rank 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| General | 150 | |
| SC | 3177 | 3375 |
| ST | 3621 | |
| OBC | 1219 | 1076 |
| EWS | 513 | |
| GeneralPwD | 5873 | |
| OBC D | 1415 | |
| EWSPwD | 3829 | - |
| OBC A | ||
| OBC B | ||
| OBC C | ||
| OBC E | 960 | |
| OBCPwD | 5775 | 5548 |
According to an external review site Ranking 2025, NALSAR ranks 2 out of 98 colleges in India and 1 in state Telangana for its BALLB {Hons.} program.
- 2 out of 38 under The Week Law Ranking 2025.
- 3 out of 40 under NIRF Law Ranking 2025.
- 3 out of 40 under IIRF Law Ranking 2025.
- 3 out of 13 under Outlook Law Ranking 2024.
Read more on NALSAR Rankings here
NALSAR BA LLB Hons FAQs
Ques. How many seats are available in NALSAR BA LLB Hons?
Ans. NALSAR BA LLB Hons offers a total of 132 seats. Of these, 75% are allocated to All India candidates based on CLAT merit, while the remaining 25% are reserved for Telangana domicile students. Separate seats are also available for NRI, foreign nationals, and SAARC category applicants as notified each year.
Ques. What is the minimum percentage required for NALSAR BA LLB admission?
Ans. Candidates must have passed Class 12 with a minimum aggregate of 45% marks from a recognised board. SC and ST candidates require a minimum of 40%. There is no upper age limit for the programme. All eligible candidates must also appear in CLAT UG to be considered for NALSAR admission.
Ques. Is hostel compulsory for NALSAR BA LLB students?
Ans. NALSAR is a residential university located in Shamirpet, Hyderabad, and hostel accommodation is generally required given the campus distance from the city centre. Hostel and mess fees are charged separately from the tuition fee structure. Students should confirm current hostel policies and fee details with the university registrar before finalising admission.
Ques. Which law firms recruit from NALSAR placements?
Ans. NALSAR has a strong placement record with premier law firms. The 2025 batch saw recruiters including Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, AZB and Partners, Khaitan and Co, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas, Trilegal, and Argus Partners. The batch achieved a 100% placement rate with an average package of INR 19 LPA and a highest international package of INR 65 LPA.
Ques. Are there scholarships for BA LLB students at NALSAR?
Ans. NALSAR offers need-based and merit-cum-need scholarships under Schedule I and Schedule II respectively. Students with annual family income below INR 8,00,000 are eligible to apply. The Aditya Birla Scholarship is also available for meritorious students nominated by the institution. The total annual need-based scholarship fund distributed is INR 50 Lakhs.
Ques. What CLAT rank is needed for NALSAR BA LLB Hons?
Ans. The CLAT rank range for NALSAR BA LLB Hons varies each year by category and available seats. For the 2026 admissions, the overall rank range across all categories was 3273 to 7676. Candidates are advised to target a rank within the top 5,000 for a stronger probability of securing a general category seat at NALSAR.