Cracking the NLSAT and securing admission into NLSIU Bengaluru’s 3-Year LL.B. program is more than just an academic milestone, it's a transformative career decision.
But for many, the real question is: What comes after NLSIU?
This article offers a detailed look at NLSIU placements, particularly focusing on the first-ever graduating batch from the 3-Year LL.B. program in 2025.
NLSIU Placements 2025: Setting a Benchmark
The 2025 graduating class was the first ever cohort of NLSIU’s 3-Year LL.B. program. As a new program, expectations were mixed, but the outcomes demonstrated the strength of NLSIU’s brand and student quality.
Placement Summary
Total students in the batch: 45
Opted for campus placements: 28
Successfully placed: 21
Average annual package: ₹18 lakhs
Highest package: ₹22 lakhs
One student received five offers from India’s top five Tier-1 law firms
The placement success rate among students who actively sought jobs stood at 75 percent, a remarkable figure for an inaugural batch.
Despite the program being in its infancy, NLSIU attracted leading legal employers from both law firms and corporate sectors.
Tier-1 Law Firms
Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas (CAM)
Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas (SAM)
AZB & Partners
Khaitan & Co.
J. Sagar Associates (JSA)
Corporate Legal Teams
Reliance Industries
Tata Group
HDFC Bank
Mitsubishi
No international law firms recruited from the 3-Year LL.B. batch in 2025, although they did hire from NLSIU’s 5-Year B.A. LL.B. program.
However, there is optimism that international placements will grow in the coming years.
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Graduates of the 3-Year LL.B. at NLSIU have access to structured and high-growth career paths, especially within Tier-1 firms and top corporations.
0–3 years: Associate
3–6 years: Senior Associate
6–9 years: Principal Associate
9+ years: Partner (in select firms)
Top-performing lawyers at leading law firms can expect to become partners in less than a decade, with compensation often exceeding ₹1 crore per annum.
In-house legal roles follow a different progression, typically culminating in positions like General Counsel.
These roles generally offer a better work-life balance but lower salary ceilings compared to law firm partnerships.
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Graduates are increasingly entering newer legal domains that intersect with technology, sustainability, and international affairs.
Key sectors include:
Fintech and Banking Law
Technology, Media, and Telecom (TMT)
Taxation and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance)
International Arbitration
NLSIU’s academic ecosystem supports specialization in these areas through electives, internships, and research centers.
Not all students from the 2025 batch chose to participate in campus placements. Seventeen students pursued alternate career tracks, highlighting the versatility of an NLSIU degree.
Popular alternatives included:
Judicial Services (PCS-J and other state-level exams)
Civil Services (UPSC)
Higher Education (LL.M. in India or abroad, MBA at IIMs, ISB, FMS)
Independent Litigation and Chambers Practice
Law Clerkships with Judges and Research Positions at Think Tanks
Students with NLSIU backgrounds often have a competitive edge when applying to top postgraduate programs due to their interdisciplinary training.
The ROI of the 3-Year LL.B. at NLSIU is one of the highest among law schools in India.
The program pays for itself within the first year of employment for most candidates placed in law firms or high-paying corporate roles.
The National Legal Training Institute (NLTI) supports students before and after the NLSAT through a range of career services:
Internship curation and profile building
Resume and interview preparation
Mock placement processes
One-on-one mentorship with NLSIU seniors
Long-term planning for UPSC, judiciary, or international study
Students are also guided through comparative decision making regarding law firm vs litigation careers, civil services vs academia, and more.
Choosing NLSIU Bengaluru through the NLSAT is not just about academic excellence, it's about long-term career outcomes. From top-tier law firm placements and high ROI to alternative career flexibility and strong institutional mentorship, NLSIU stands out as the leading option for serious law aspirants in India.
The first batch of the 3-Year LL.B. program has already set high benchmarks, and with each successive year, the program’s credibility and recruiter base will only grow.
For aspirants considering a law degree after graduation, the NLSIU path is not just promising, it's proven.
