NALSAR Hyderabad has released its updated fee structure and seat intake details for the 2026 academic year . The five-year BA LLB (Hons) program now costs Rs 8.25 lakh . For the one-year LLM program, the annual fee is Rs 65,000 . These figures were confirmed in the official NALSAR Hyderabad information brochure for 2026. Admission to both the undergraduate and postgraduate law courses will depend on scores from the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 .
The institution plans to admit a total of 182 students for the 2026 academic session. This intake includes 132 seats for the BA LLB (Hons) program and 50 seats for the one-year LLM program. Eligibility for the BA LLB (Hons) course requires applicants to have completed 12 years of school education. The LLM program is designed for graduates in law.
Academic Structure of BA LLB (Hons)
The BA LLB (Hons) program requires students to accumulate 200 credits for course completion. This credit requirement is fulfilled through a combination of mandatory and optional courses. Foundational subjects must be completed within the first two years of study. These include core courses in History, Political Science, Economics, Sociology, and English. Students must also earn 9 credits from social science seminars. These seminars are offered by both full-time and visiting faculty members at NALSAR Hyderabad.
Diverse Course Offerings
For undergraduate admissions in 2026, NALSAR Hyderabad presents a wide array of specialized courses. These include 23 elective courses , 10 clinic courses , 21 seminar courses , and 16 social science seminar courses . The university’s one-year LLM program also offers several optional specializations. These specializations allow students to focus on specific areas of law. Options include Corporate and Commercial Laws, Criminal Law, Intellectual Property Rights, International Trade and Business Laws, and Public Law and Legal Theory.
Seat Distribution and Reservation Policy
NALSAR Hyderabad implements a detailed seat reservation policy for its LLB and LLM programs. A significant portion of seats, specifically 25% , is allocated for resident students of Telangana. The remaining 75% of seats are open to All India candidates. The university’s brochure indicates that intake numbers and reservation percentages are subject to change based on decisions by university bodies. Additionally, NALSAR may admit up to three extra candidates in the unreserved category. This measure allows the university to fill future vacancies if admitted students decide to withdraw their admission.
BA LLB (Hons) Seat Breakdown
| Category | Total seats | All India (75%) | Telangana Residents (25%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 66 | 51 | 15 |
| Scheduled Caste | 19 | 14 (15%) | 05 (15%) |
| Scheduled Tribe | 08 | 07 (7.5%) | 01 (6%) |
| OBC/BC (Non Creamy Layer) | 26 | 17 (18%) | 09 (29%) |
| EWS | 13 | 10 (10%) | 03 (10%) |
| Total seats | 132 | 99 | 33 |
LLM Seat Breakdown
| Category | Total seats | All India (75%) | Telangana Residents (25%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 33 | 25 | 08 |
| Scheduled Caste | 09 | 07 (15%) | 02 (15%) |
| Scheduled Tribe | 04 | 03 (7.5%) | 01 (6%) |
| OBC/BC (Non Creamy Layer) | 14 | 10 (20%) | 04 (29%) |
| EWS | 06 | 05 (10%) | 01 (10%) |
| Total seats | 66 | 50 | 16 |
NALSAR Hyderabad Detailed Fee Structure
The fee structure for Indian students enrolling in NALSAR Hyderabad programs for the 2026 academic year is outlined below. The tuition fee for the five-year BA LLB (Hons) degree program will see an increase of Rs 5,000 per annum in each subsequent academic year. Separate mess charges are applicable and can be paid in advance annually. These charges amount to approximately Rs 40,000 per year . All listed fees are provisional and may be revised by university authorities.
| Particulars | BA LLB (per annum) | LLM (per annum) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | Rs 1,65,000 | Rs 65,000 |
| Other academic charges | Rs 15,000 | Rs 13,000 |
| User charges (Room rent, electricity, water, internet) | Rs 67,000 | Rs 67,000 |
| Onetime payments | Rs 10,000 | Rs 10,000 |
| Refundable deposits | Rs 20,000 (Rs 14,000 for SC and ST) | Rs 20,000 (Rs 14,000 for SC and ST) |