1. About NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad
NALSAR University of Law (National Academy of Legal Studies and Research) is India's second-highest ranked law university by NIRF 2026, established in 1998 in Hyderabad, Telangana. NALSAR is located in Shamirpet, on the outskirts of Hyderabad, and offers a fully residential campus-based legal education.
NALSAR is known for its diverse student body | attracting top CLAT rankers from all over India | and its strong focus on legal research, constitutional law, and corporate law. The university has a distinguished faculty including many with international academic credentials, and maintains active partnerships with global law schools.
NALSAR has produced some of India's most prominent legal professionals, including Supreme Court advocates, corporate law partners, constitutional law experts, and senior government officials. It is widely regarded as the top choice for CLAT rankers who score in the 88–93 range (General category).
2. NALSAR Hyderabad | Key Highlights 2026
3. Courses & LLM Specialisations at NALSAR
| Programme | Duration | Seats | Eligibility | Admission |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA LLB (Hons) | 5 Years | ~420 | 12th, 45%+ | CLAT UG |
| LLM (Master of Laws) | 1 Year | ~80 | LLB, 55%+ | CLAT PG |
| PhD in Law | 3–5 Years | 15–20/yr | LLM, 55%+ | NALSAR PhD Entrance |
LLM Specialisations at NALSAR
- Business Laws
- Constitutional and Administrative Law
- Intellectual Property Rights
- International Law and Human Rights
- Criminal Justice Administration
4. NALSAR Hyderabad Fees Structure 2026-26
| Fee Component | Amount (Per Year) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | ₹1,00,000 |
| Hostel Fee | ₹55,000 |
| Mess/Food Charges | ₹32,000 (approx.) |
| Library & Facilities | ₹10,000 |
| Other University Fees | ₹8,000 |
| Total Annual (Approx.) | ₹2,05,000 |
| Total 5-Year Fees | ~₹10,25,000 |
5. NALSAR Hyderabad Admission 2027 (CLAT)
Admission to NALSAR's BA LLB is exclusively through CLAT 2027. NALSAR participates in the CLAT Consortium counselling process. Candidates with General category CLAT ranks between approximately 100–400 are generally eligible for NALSAR.
NALSAR University of Law Hyderabad is a National Law University and does NOT accept TS LAWCET scores. NALSAR admission is through CLAT only. TS LAWCET is for state-level law colleges under Telangana universities (Osmania, Kakatiya, etc.). This is a common confusion among Telangana students.
6. NALSAR CLAT Cutoff 2026 (Category-Wise)
| Category | CLAT Score (Expected 2027) | Approx. Rank |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 88–93 | 100–400 |
| OBC (NCL) | 78–83 | 400–900 |
| SC | 65–72 | 1500–3500 |
| ST | 55–62 | 3500–6000 |
| PWD | 55–60 | 4000–7000 |
| EWS | 82–87 | 350–700 |
7. NALSAR Hyderabad Placements 2026
| Placement Metric | 2026 Data |
|---|---|
| Average Package | ₹16 LPA |
| Median Package | ₹13 LPA |
| Highest Package | ₹60 LPA+ |
| Placement Rate | ~88–90% |
| Top Recruiting Sector | Law Firms (Tier-1 & 2) |
Top Recruiters at NALSAR Hyderabad
8. NALSAR Campus & Facilities
- Campus: 100+ acre fully residential campus in Shamirpet, ~30 km from Hyderabad city centre
- Hostels: Separate hostels for male and female students; residential living mandatory for all students
- Library: Large law library with 60,000+ volumes, SCC Online, Manupatra, and other digital databases
- Moot Court: Dedicated moot court facility with gallery seating
- Legal Aid Cell: Active legal aid programme serving surrounding communities
- Journals: NALSAR Law Review (peer-reviewed), NALSAR Student Law Review
- Sports: Cricket ground, basketball court, volleyball, badminton, table tennis
- Medical Centre: On-campus health centre
- Transport: Shuttle buses to/from Hyderabad city
9. NALSAR Hyderabad FAQs
NLSIU Bangalore (NIRF #1) and NALSAR Hyderabad (NIRF #2) are both exceptional NLUs. NLSIU has a higher CLAT cutoff (95–100 vs 88–93), marginally higher average placements (₹18 LPA vs ₹16 LPA), and a longer-established reputation. However, NALSAR Hyderabad offers comparable quality education, similar fee structure, and slightly better hostel-campus balance being located in a more spacious 100-acre campus. For students with CLAT ranks in the 100–400 range (General), NALSAR is an outstanding choice. See our NLSIU vs NALSAR comparison for detailed analysis.
No. NALSAR University of Law Hyderabad is a National Law University and does not accept TS LAWCET scores. Admission to NALSAR is exclusively through CLAT (for BA LLB and LLM). TS LAWCET is for state-affiliated law colleges under Telangana state universities. This is a very common confusion | many Telangana students mistakenly think TS LAWCET gives access to NALSAR.
For NALSAR Hyderabad (General category), you need an approximate CLAT rank of 100–400. This corresponds to a CLAT score of 88–93 out of 120. For OBC (NCL) category, a rank of 400–900 is typically sufficient. SC category needs rank ~1500–3500; ST needs ~3500–6000. These are estimates based on CLAT 2026 data and may vary in CLAT 2027 based on difficulty and competition.