Master of Public Policy [MPP] From NLSIU Bangalore, Bangalore

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. 

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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.

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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

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