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NLSIU Bangalore MPP : Fees 2025, Admission Dates, Course Duration, Eligibility

Bangalore, Karnataka
State University

Master of Public Policy [MPP]


Course Fees

Course Duration

2 Years

Tuition Fees

2.96 Lakhs

1 Year Fees

4.55 Lakhs

Total Fees

7.51 Lakhs

Detailed Fees

general
sc/st
NRI
Year12
Total Year Wise fees4.55 Lakhs2.96 Lakhs
Total Fees₹454500₹296000
Tuition fees₹296000₹296000
Admission fees₹13000-
Caution fee*₹22000-
miscellaneous fees₹123500-
* Fees is refundable

Previous Year Fees

2024
2021
general
Year12
Total Year Wise fees3.01 Lakhs2.69 Lakhs
Total Fees₹301000₹269000
Tuition fees₹269000₹269000
Admission fees₹12000-
other fee₹20000-

Course Information

Course Details

NLSIU Bangalore MPP Admission 2023 is open now. The last date to apply for the same is April 6, 2023. Interested candidates can apply online on the official website of the university. Admission to the NLSIU MPP program is based on NLSAT-MPP exam, interview and counseling conducted by NLSIU Bangalore. The NLSAT-MPP 2023 exam is going to be held on April 29, 2023. Candidates qualifying the exam will be invited for the interview. Final list of selected candidates will be released soon after the completion of the interview process. The classes will commence from July 1, 2023. Applicants holding Bachelor’s degrees in any discipline are eligible for admission to the program.

NLSIU is a premier Law University in the country. It was the first-ever National Law University to be established in India. The school consistently ranks as the most prestigious law school in India. It has an intake of 100 students in its Masters in Public Policy program. 

NLSIU Bangalore MPP Important Dates 2023

Event Dates
Application Process Begins January 16, 2023
Application Process Ends April 6, 2023
NLSAT-MPP 2023 exam April 29, 2023
NLSAT-MPP 2023 exam results To be notified
List of candidates shortlisted for interview To be notified
Final List of selected candidates To be notified
Commencement of classes July 1, 2023

NLSIU Bangalore MPP Eligibility Criteria

Candidates should have a graduation degree from any discipline (10+2+3 or 10+2+4 or 10+2+5) from a recognised national or international university. General category candidates should have obtained 50% aggregate whereas ST/SC/OBC-NCL/PWD candidates must have obtained 45% aggregate on completion of Bachelor’s degree.

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NLSIU Bangalore MPP Admission Criteria

Admission to NLSIU Bangalore MPP program is based on the NLSAT-MPP exam and interview conducted by the university. If the candidate qualifies the NLSAT-MPP exam, he/she will be called for the interview. The final list of selected candidates will be released by the institute soon after the interview process is over. 

NLSIU Bangalore MPP Entrance Exam Pattern

To be considered for the admission to the MPP Program at NLSIU Bangalore, candidates are required to qualify the NLSAT-MPP Exam which consists of two parts: Part A and B. The duration of the exam is 120 mins.

  • Part A will comprise 60 marks Multiple choice question. 0.25 marks will be deducted for incorrect answers.
  • Part B will consist of 25 marks policy related subjective questions.

A general Category candidate must secure 75th percentile and ST/SC/OBC-NCL/PWD candidates are required to secure 50th percentile in Both Part A and Part B of NLSAT-MPP exam conducted by NLSIU Bangalore.

NLSIU Bangalore MPP Application Process

You should preferably apply through the online mode, as is also encouraged by the University. Follow these steps to apply online.

Step 1: visit the website: www.admissions.nls.ac.in

Step 2: Click the Register option available on the right side of the page.

Step 3: Register by filling in your Name, Mobile no. and Email.

Step 4: Now login and fill in the complete form.

Step 5: Submit the form after cross-checking all the details.

Step 6: Complete the process by Paying your registration fee. [General category: INR 2500, Other categories: INR 2000].

Step 7: Take the printout of the application form and keep it for future use.

Documents Required

Following Documents will be required during counseling.

  • Passport-sized photograph (in JPEG format).
  • Caste Certificates for ST/ SC/ PWD/ OBC/ EWS category candidates
  • NLS-MPP Score card
  • Proof of Date of Birth.
  • Pass Certificate of the qualifying examination.
  • Statement of marks of the qualifying examination.
  • Character and Conduct Certificate.
  • Transfer Certificate.
  • Migration Certificate.

Read more: NLSIU Bangalore Admission

NLSIU Bangalore MPP Course Details

The Master in Public Policy (MPP) program at NLSIU Bangalore is a 2- year residential, interdisciplinary program divided into six Trimesters. The core curriculum of the program emphasizes the convergence of policy and law, complete instruction in creating deliverable programs from policies, assessing the effectiveness of policies, and proposing public policies to address complex social challenges. By participating in the program, young professionals can develop into policy practitioners who can support inclusive and sustainable development.

Course Structure

  • Core Courses: 50 credits.
  • Elective courses: 16 credits.
  • Field Work: 2 Credits (exposure to communities)
  • Client-led Projects: 2 Credits (exposure to public/private/non-profit organizations)
  • Seminar Courses: 4 credits
  • Dissertation: 10 credits

NLSIU Bangalore MPP Fee Structure

Particulars Fees
One-time Admission Fee INR 10, 000
Tuition and Facility Fee (p.a.) INR 2, 21, 590
Hostel charges INR 36,650
Mess Charges INR 43, 575
One time refundable deposit (General Category) INR 16,000
One time refundable deposit (ST/SC Category) INR 12, 000
General Category (p.a.) INR 3, 27, 815
SC/ST (p.a.) INR 3, 23, 815

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NLSIU Bangalore MPP FAQs

Ques. What will I learn in the MPP program at NLSIU Bangalore?

Ans. The two-year, residential MPP program at NLSIU Bangalore offers a curriculum that comprises a nice balance of theoretical and skill-based courses. The courses in economics, law, sociology, finance, Indian society, and political economy are included in the curriculum in addition to courses focused on the theory and application of public policy. Innovative pedagogy is used in the classroom to encourage debate of current policy concerns, and learning is centered on group conversations that consider theories and practises.

Ques. Is it difficult to get admitted to the NLSIU Bangalore MPP program?

Ans. The NLSAT-MPP exam needs to be qualified and the personal interview needs to be cleared to be admitted to the NLSIU Bangalore MPP program. They do not offer direct admission.

Ques. What scores need to be achieved for admission to the NLSIU Bangalore MPP program?

Ans. For admission to NLSIU Bangalore MPP program, a general category candidate should obtain at least 75th percentile and other category candidates should obtain at least 50th percentile in both Part A and B of the NLSAT-MPP exam.

Ques. Can I get admitted to the MPP program at NLSIU bangalore without a LLB Degree?

Ans. You can get admitted to the MPP program at NLSIU Bangalore without a LLB Degree if you have a Bachelor's degree in any other discipline. The primary eligibility criteria for the MPP program is a graduate degree in any discipline from nationally or internationally recognised university.

Ques. What is the NLSIU Bangalore MPP program application fee for OBC-NCL candidates?

Ans. The OBC-NCL candidates have to pay an application fee of INR 2000 for admission to NLSIU Bangalore MPP program.


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National Law School of India University - [NLSIU]: 75 answered questions

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Aditi Anand

31 Mar 22

According to NALSAR placements 2020 highlights, the median CTC for BA LLB students was INR 16.50 LPA. The median CTC for LLM students was INR 8.50 LPA. During NLSIU Bangalore placements 2020, the participating firms offered salary packages in the range of INR 15 LPA to INR 18 LPA. 

So, as an entry level associate, you will be earning in the range of INR 15-17 LPA. 

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Asha Tiwari

17 Sept 21

One of my friends graduated from NLSIU and here are the things I got to know from him. It could be considerably tough and you might not get what you expect.

  • The minimum and sufficient time for preparing for CLAT, for getting admission to NLSIU Bangalore are 5 months. 
  • If you receive proper guidance and are focused, you can score well in the legal aptitude and the GK section.
  • You should get 35 to 38 out of 50 in legal aptitude and 40 to 45 in GK. 
  • In the GK portion, 30 to 40 questions are there relating to current affairs. 
  • For math 10 to 12 out of 20 is good enough.
  • Solve previous years' papers, to get an idea about your strengths and weaknesses. 
  • You can look upon some compendium of the coaching like CLAT possible or Career launcher. 
  • Solve the career launcher questions for CLAT that will be helpful.

The most important thing is to know the syllabus. Then go through the current affairs. Solve the maths portion from the previous paper.

Don't read GK from Lucent, Arihant, and don't read history. In legal aptitude, the most important thing is the previous year's question.

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Kritika Jha

22 Mar 22

Due to the pandemic, NLSIU Bangalore started taking classes online. Before the Covid-19 break-out, a typical day at NLSIU Bangalore used to look something like the following.

  • There used to be regular classes between 8:50 am to 1:30 pm. 
  • On campus, you will find students doing their own thing. Some people hang out and read in the library. Others go to the gym or take part in some sports activities. You will also find students engaged in moots, legal aid, or a research assistantship. There are also frequent talks, conferences, credit courses that take place on the campus. 
  • During the project submission time, you will find students sitting in the library and working on their research papers for 10-12 hours at a stretch.

In your fourth or fifth year, you can go for exchange programs to universities in the US, Europe, or Singapore. A selected few of these programs are funded by external scholarships. While most of these are self-financed. If you have the required CGPA, profile, and work experience, you can also apply for Ivy-league law schools. ‘NLSIU’ is a well-recognized name in these universities. Students also go abroad for moots, MUNs, debates during their course. 

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Anurag Bindra

13 Oct 21

As most of these LLM graduates start off on the academic side of things, the pay grade is equivalent to that mandated by the UGC for all institutions in all states. You can get a job role for an Assistant Professor or the likes. 

However, this does not stand true for Private Institutes that hire LLM graduates. They most times than not, do not pay more than the government institutes. But it all depends on your personal choice and the kind of work environment you would like to be in. 

You can always consult with the immediate batches to understand the current standings on the placement front. Connect with them one-to-one and you might get a better and clearer idea of what to expect. 

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Jayesh K. Roy

31 Aug 21

Usually, six of India’s major corporate law firms offer around 1,00,000 to 1,15,000 as a monthly remuneration at the entry level. Apart from that, there is generally a yearly bonus of around 1 to 2 Lacs. 

An average entry-level associate usually earns around 14 Lakhs Per Annum which is a good amount nonetheless. Apart from that, there are a variety of other institutes that pay somewhat in the same range, if not equal.

Only recently, there are multiple mid-tier firms that are generating comparable packages. However, foreign law firms comparably pay a higher amount. The packages sometimes range around INR 40,00,000 per annum. In simple words, this is the basic remuneration they generate for fresh graduates, which gets higher with your experience. 

The opportunities are open equally for different law schools, let alone NLSIU and NALSAR. 

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Aditi Bhattacharjee

25 Oct 21

I have a few friends from NLSIU Bangalore. According to them, after passing out of college most people start working. 

  • You can clear the bar council examination and start practicing as a litigator. 
  • You can also join the legal team of some firms.
  • If you are interested in pursuing higher studies, you can pursue LLM, MBA, CA, or any other post-graduate course that interests you. 

These are the career options after graduating from NLSIU Bangalore.

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Koushani Bhat

17 Sept 21

One of my friends graduated from NLSIU and after reading some online reviews by the alumni here are the things that I came to know about.

  • You can intern at law firms like Fox Mandal, Amarchand and Mangaldas, Trilegal, Khaitan & co., J Sagar and associates, AZB Partners, Luthra and Luthra, Dua associates, etc.
  • These are the top law firms that deal with corporate law, merger and acquisitions, real estate, capital funds, private equity, energy law, and many more.
  • You can also try smaller law firms at the beginning of your career and then keep moving to the bigger and better ones. 
  • Explore different fields of law for a better understanding of the course in the final year. 
  • Try criminal, civil, corporate, IPR, arbitration, etc., and be ready to face any work from these fields.

You can also contact your NLSIU seniors or lecturers as they will have the better, more appropriate information to suggest better ideas and places.

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Akshar Singh

17 Sept 21

National Law School of India University (NLSIU),Bangaloreis often considered the best law college in this country. It would be advised to you that even if you get this college at the age of 20 you should just go for it. There should not be any age bar for learning and achieving anything.

Bachelors of Arts + Bachelor of Law (BALLB) is a five-year program and the students are admitted on the basis of score in CLAT.

It is highly advised that if you have not got into any college yet and is having second thoughts about taking a second-year drop, you should avoid doing that if you have a decent alternative law school.

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Aditi Sinha

16 Sept 22

Visit NLSIU Bangalore Alumni Community page, you will find the alumni list there. You can get in touch with them through social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, etc. Another way to get in touch with the students of NLSIU Bangalore is through Law Examination Coaching Centers. Most reputed coachings advertise about their students getting selected in reputed Law Schools. You can visit one such center and ask to get in touch with a student who got admission to NLSIU Bangalore.

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Rita Joseph

28 Sept 21

According to some of the student reviews, I read online, I would say that the answer depends on your preparation for the entrance exam CLAT (Common Law Admission Test) if you wish to get into any National Law Schools/Universities in India. 

Every exam is competitive since there are so many other students appearing for the exam along with you. NLSIU's intake is very minimal when compared to others. Its syllabus is quite challenging and the students there get prepared as quite good lawyers. 

Roughly, you will have to make sure that you rank in the first 50 in All India Rank (AIR) if you belong to the general category, and you get a little more margin if you belong to any reservation category.

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