National Law University - [NLU]

NLU Delhi, officially known as National Law University, Delhi, is a law university approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI). It is located in Dwarka, New Delhi. The university was established in 2008 and is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC).

It holds an 'A' grade accreditation from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). In the 2025 rankings by both the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) and the IIRF, NLU Delhi was ranked 2nd in the Law category in India. The most popular courses are the B.A. + L.L.B (Hons.) programme, with total fees of INR 19.35 Lakhs, and the L.L.M. programme, with total fees ranging from INR 2.61 Lakhs to INR 9.5 Lakhs.

Admission is based on the All India Law Entrance Test (AILET), a national-level exam conducted by NLU Delhi for its B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M., and Ph.D. programmes. According to the NIRF 2025 Report, the median package offered was INR 18 LPA for undergraduate (UG) students and INR 10.68 LPA for postgraduate (PG) students, with a total of 113 students placed.

The AILET 2026 second merit list is now available. Candidates can check the updated merit list on the official NLU Delhi website. Important Dates for AILET 2026 NLU Delhi conducts AILET for admission to its B.A.LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M., and Ph.D. programs.

The schedule for AILET 2026 is provided below. | Event | Date | | --- | --- | | AILET 2026 Registration Date | Aug 07 - Nov 13, 2025 | | AILET 2026 Exam Date | Dec 14, 2025 | | AILET 2026 Result Date | Dec 18, 2025 | | AILET 2026 First Merit List Released Date | Jan 08, 2026 | | AILET 2026 Second Merit List Released Date | Jan 21, 2026 | | AILET 2026 Third Merit List Released Date | Feb 04, 2026 | Important Dates for PG Programmes The following are the key dates for postgraduate admissions at NLU Delhi. | Event | Dates | | --- | --- | | UGC NET Dec 2025 Exam Date (Ph.D) | Dec 31, 2025 – Jan 07, 2026 | | Last Date for Submission of Examination Fee for CUET PG 2026 (PG Diploma in Law) | Jan 14, 2026 | | Submission of Online Application Form for CUET PG 2026 (PG Diploma in Law) | Dec 14, 2025 – Jan 14, 2026 | | Correction in Application Form for CUET PG 2026 (PG Diploma in Law) | Jan 18, 2026 – Jan 20, 2026 | | CMAT Examination 2026 Date (PG Diploma in Management) | Jan 25, 2026 | AILET 2026 Counselling FAQs If a candidate misses the AILET 2026 counselling registration deadline, they will not be considered for seat allotment in that counselling round. This applies even if their name appears in the merit list. The counselling fee payment windows are not the same for all AILET 2026 merit lists.

Each provisional merit list has a separate and strictly defined fee payment window. Missing the deadline may lead to cancellation of the allotted seat. Courses and Fees 2026 NLU Delhi offers law programmes that combine academics with practical exposure.

The popular courses include the 5-year B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) and the one-year LL.M. The table below lists the courses, duration, eligibility, and total tuition fees. | Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Tuition Fees | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | B.A.+ L.L.B (Hons.) | 5 Years (Full-time) | 10+2 or equivalent with minimum 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST/PwD) + AILET | INR 19.35 Lakhs | | L.L.M | 1 Year (Full-time) | LLB degree or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate marks + AILET.

Specialisation: Intellectual Property Rights, Insolvency & Bankruptcy Law | INR 2.61 Lakhs (General) | | Ph.D | 3–5 Years (Full-time) | Master’s degree in Law, Social Sciences, or Humanities with minimum 55% aggregate marks. Specialisation: Law, Criminology, Economics, English, Political Science, Social Sciences. | INR 2.25 Lakhs | | Master of Arts [MA] (Law)(Insolvency) | 2 Years (Full-time) | L.L.B. + AILET | INR 9.8 Lakhs | | Post Graduate Diploma | 1 Year (Part time) | Graduates from any discipline / Working professionals. Specialisation: Environmental Law, Environmental Manage | Not specified | National Law University, Delhi (NLU Delhi) is a law university located in New Delhi.

Admission to its undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes is based on merit through entrance examinations, counselling, and document verification. **Courses and Fees** NLU Delhi offers a BA LL.B. (Hons.) programme, an LL.M programme, and a Ph.D programme. The fees for these programmes vary by course and specialisation. The BA LL.B. (Hons.) programme is a full-time course with a duration of 5 years.

The tuition fee for Indian students is INR 1,70,000 per year. Foreign national and NRI candidates from SAARC countries are charged a tuition fee of USD 6,300 per year, while those from non-SAARC countries pay USD 12,600 per year. Additional charges such as admission fee, academic services, student welfare, utility services, hostel, and mess fees are largely similar to those for Indian students.

The LL.M programme is a full-time course with a duration of 1 year. The tuition fee is INR 1,70,000 per year. Specialisations offered include Business Law, Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Environmental Law, Human Rights Law, Intellectual Property Rights, International Law, and Law and Technology.

The Ph.D programme is a part-time course with a duration of 3 years. The fee ranges from INR 6.95 Lakhs to INR 7.45 Lakhs. Eligibility requires a Master's degree in Law, Social Sciences, or Humanities with at least 55% aggregate marks.

Specialisations include Criminology, Economics, English, Law, Political Science, Social Sciences, and Sociology. NLU Delhi follows a separate fee structure for Indian and foreign national students for the BA LL.B. (Hons.) programme. Indian students pay tuition fees in Indian rupees, while foreign and NRI students are charged in US dollars.

NLU Delhi provides scholarships and financial aid to eligible students based on merit or need, as per university and government norms. **Admission Process** Admission to UG and PG law programmes at NLU Delhi is conducted through AILET 2026, the university-level entrance examination. Applicants must complete the online application process on the official admission portal with accurate academic and personal details. Selection is strictly based on AILET performance, and merit lists are published accordingly.

Candidates shortlisted in the merit list must take part in the counselling and seat allocation process as per the schedule. Final admission is confirmed after submission of the prescribed fees and completion of document verification. NLU Delhi does not generally permit admission through transfer or migration from other law universities.

Candidates must secure admission only through the prescribed entrance and counselling process. Corrections or updates to the application form are allowed only during the official application correction window, if provided by the university. No changes are permitted after it closes. **Ranking** The table below shows NLU Delhi's ranking by various agencies in the law category: | Ranking Agency | 2025 Ranking | |---|---| | MyKollege | 15 | | NIRF | 2 | | Outlook | - | | IIRF | 2 | **AILET Cutoff** The category-wise NLU Delhi cutoff of 2026 for BA LL.B. (Hons.) is mentioned in the table below: | Category | Closing rank | |---|---| | General | 61 - 70 | | OBC | 355 - 369 | | SC | 1565 - 1726 | | ST | 1372 - 2888 | | EWS | 346 | | GeneralPwD | 2120 - 2337 | | OBCPwD | 3430 | | SCPwD | 10816 | | EWSPwD | 6714 | The category-wise NLU Delhi cutoff of 2026 for LL.M is mentioned in the table below: | Category | Closing rank | |---|---| | General | 34 - 42 | | OBC | 195 - 196 | | SC | 248 - 287 | | ST | 771 | | EWS | 102 | | GeneralPwD | 65 | | OBCPwD | 2060 | | SCPwD | 2649 | The cutoff rank may vary in subsequent counselling rounds depending on seat vacancies and candidate withdrawals.

NLU Delhi publishes separate cutoff lists for UG, PG, and PhD programmes, as each programme has its own merit criteria and intake capacity. **Placement** Some of the placement highlights of NLU Delhi as per NIRF 2025 are tabulated below: | Program | No. of Students Graduating | No. of Students Placed | Median Salary | |---|---|---|---| | UG (5 Years) | 79 | 65 | INR 18 LPA | | PG (1 Year) | 72 | 48 | INR 10.68 LPA | Placements at NLU Delhi are coordinated by the university's placement committee, but the process and participation may vary across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Generally, students who meet the academic and conduct requirements set by the university and recruiters are eligible to participate in the placement process. **Comparison with Other Law Universities** This table compares three leading law universities in India - National Law School of India University (NLSIU), NLU Delhi, and NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad - based on establishment, programs, fees, and other key features: | Criteria | National Law University, Delhi (NLU Delhi) | National Law School of India University (NLSIU) | NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad | |---|---|---|---| | B.A. LL.B.

Ranking (NIRF 2025) | 2 | 1 | 3 | | Admission Criteria | AILET UG | CLAT UG | CLAT UG | Seat Intake, Fees, and Placements at NLU Delhi NLU Delhi has a seat intake of 123 for its law programmes. The total fees for the full course are INR 7.35 Lakhs. For the 2025–26 placement season, the highest package offered was INR 19 LPA, and the average package was INR 10–11 LPA.

Compared to other national law universities, NLU Delhi has relatively lower tuition fees. It offers a focused set of law programmes with strong placement exposure. This makes it a cost-effective option with good career outcomes.

For reference, NLSIU Bangalore has a seat intake of 300, total fees of INR 14.8 Lakhs, a highest package of INR 20 LPA+, and an average package of INR 14–15 LPA. NALSAR Hyderabad has a seat intake of 132, total fees of INR 9.9 Lakhs, a highest package of INR 16 LPA, and an average package of INR 10–11 LPA. NLU Delhi Campus The National Law University Delhi campus is located in Sector-14, Dwarka, New Delhi, in an urban area.

It is a fully residential, Wi-Fi-enabled campus designed to support academics, research, and extracurricular activities. Campus Facilities The campus type is urban, residential, and green. Classrooms are smart classrooms equipped with digital learning aids.

The library is the Justice T.P.S. Chawla Library with 37,500+ books, journals, and e-resources. Computer labs have high-end desktops, an internet centre, and access to legal databases.

Hostel facilities include separate hostels for boys and girls with furnished rooms, common rooms, and gyms. The cafeteria offers hygienic, affordable multi-cuisine options. Sports and recreation facilities include basketball and volleyball courts, indoor games, and gymnasiums.

High-speed Wi-Fi connectivity is available across the campus. There is a hi-tech e-Moot Court Hall, seminar rooms, and an auditorium. Healthcare services include a 24×7 medical room, doctor on call, and ambulance service.

Hostel Facilities at NLU Delhi Accommodation and mess facilities are provided for undergraduate students whose permanent residence is outside Delhi. Hostel facilities include furnished rooms, study halls, and Wi-Fi. Common facilities include recreation, housekeeping, and laundry.

The mess offers veg and non-veg meals in a dining hall. Hostel fees are INR 86,000 per annum. Mess fees are INR 45,000 per annum.

The security deposit is INR 25,000, paid one-time. NLU Delhi Campus and Facilities FAQs Ques. Is Wi-Fi available across the NLU Delhi campus?

Ans. Yes, high-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the campus, including classrooms, libraries, hostels, and common areas, ensuring seamless access to online resources. Ques.

Are medical and health services provided on campus? Ans. Yes, the campus has a health centre with basic medical facilities, first aid, and regular visits from doctors to ensure student well-being.

Ques. Can students use the library outside of regular hours? Ans.

Yes, the library offers extended hours and digital access to journals, e-books, and research databases to support students’ academic needs. NLU Delhi Alumni Megha Bindal is a Law Research Associate at the Supreme Court of India. Kritika Padode Bhandari is a Founding Team Member at Vijaybhoomi University.

Shubham Raj Singh is an Advocate at the Supreme Court of India. Aliiza G is a Dy. General Counsel at the Supreme Court of India.

Mannat Singh is a Political Analyst at Policy Core.