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Nehru Academy of Law (NAL), Palakkad is a private self-financing law college established in 2015. It is approved by the BCI and affiliated to the University of Calicut. The college is run by the Nehru College of Educational and Charitable Trust under the Nehru Group of Institutions (NGI), which started in 1968.
The campus sits at Jawahar Gardens, Lakkidi Kootupatha, Mangalam, in Palakkad district. It has a moot court hall, a digital library, a Law-Tech Lab and on-campus hostels, and more than 700 students are enrolled.
- NAL offers four law programmes, each with a maximum intake of 60 seats:
- BBA LLB (Hons): 5 years, the flagship integrated programme
- B.Com LLB (Hons): 5 years
- LLB (Unitary): 3 years, for graduates
- LLM: 2 years, with a dual specialisation in Criminal Law and Constitutional Law
- The total fee for BBA LLB (Hons) is INR 2.99 Lakhs for the entire duration. The 3-year LLB costs INR 1.80 Lakhs.
- Students can apply for central, UGC and Government of Kerala scholarships, including E-Grantz and the State Merit Scholarship.
- In 2025, BBA LLB and LLB graduates were placed with GEP Software as Contract Specialists (Law) at INR 5 LPA.
Nehru Academy of Law Palakkad Admission Dates 2026
Government-quota admission at NAL runs through the Kerala Law Entrance Examination (KLEE), conducted by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala. The 2026 cycle for the 5-year and 3-year LLB has concluded. The table below lists the key CEE Kerala events for the Integrated 5-year LLB 2026 cycle (Concluded).
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications invited | June 9, 2026 |
| Admit cards released | June 24, 2026 |
| Answer keys published | June 28, 2026 |
| Final rank list | July 29, 2026 |
| First phase allotment | August 17, 2026 |
| Second phase allotment | September 3, 2026 |
| Vacant seat final allotment | September 22, 2026 |
| First round stray vacancy allotment | October 6, 2026 |
| Second round stray vacancy allotment | October 23, 2026 |
LLM admission follows a separate CEE Kerala calendar. The LLM 2026 cycle is still live, with first-phase option registration recently extended.
| LLM 2026 Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications invited | June 30, 2026 |
| Admit cards released | July 21, 2026 |
| Final answer key | August 10, 2026 |
| Rank list published | August 22, 2026 |
| Final category list | September 3, 2026 |
| Online options invited | October 1, 2026 |
| First phase option registration extended | October 9, 2026 |
For the 2027 batch, the dates below are tentative and based on the previous cycle's pattern.
| Course | Exam Accepted | Application Window (Tentative) | Exam / Allotment (Tentative) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBA LLB (Hons) / B.Com LLB (Hons) | KLEE (5-year LLB) | June 2027 | Exam in late June 2027, allotment from August 2027 |
| LLB | KLEE (3-year LLB) | June 2027 | Allotment from August 2027 |
| LLM | KLEE (LLM) | June to July 2027 | Exam in July to August 2027 |
Nehru Academy of Law Palakkad Courses and Fees
NAL offers 4 law programmes across UG and PG levels. Total fees range from INR 80,000 for the LLM to INR 2.99 Lakhs for the 5-year integrated programmes. Check Nehru Academy of Law Palakkad Courses and Fees below:
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBA LLB (Hons) | 5 years | Plus Two with 45% (40% for SC/ST) + KLEE | INR 2.99 Lakhs |
| B.Com LLB (Hons) | 5 years | Plus Two with 45% (40% for SC/ST) + KLEE | INR 2.99 Lakhs |
| LLB | 3 years | Graduation with 45% (40% for SC/ST) + KLEE | INR 1.80 Lakhs |
| LLM | 2 years | LLB degree + KLEE (LLM) | INR 80,000 |
The BBA LLB (Hons) offers elective groups in Constitutional Law, Business Law, Law and Agriculture and Intellectual Property Law. Animal Laws of India is available as an optional paper. Students in the 5-year programmes must finish the course within 8 years of admission.
Nehru Academy of Law Palakkad Admission Process
Each NAL programme has a maximum intake of 60 seats. Half of the seats are filled through KLEE and CEE Kerala centralised allotment. The other half are filled on merit by the college, following government norms.
BBA LLB (Hons) and B.Com LLB (Hons) Admission
The 5-year integrated programmes are open to students straight after Class 12.
- Plus Two or equivalent with at least 45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST)
- A valid rank in KLEE (5-year LLB) for government-quota seats
The selection steps are:
- Apply online for KLEE on the CEE Kerala portal
- Appear for the computer-based entrance test
- Check your name in the final rank list and category list
- Register options, listing NAL (code NCL) among your choices
- Report to the college with documents after allotment and pay fees
In the KLEE 2026 second phase, the State Merit last rank at NAL closed at 1,890 for BBA LLB (Hons). For B.Com LLB (Hons), it closed at 3,281.
LLB (3 Years) Admission
- A bachelor's degree with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST)
- A valid rank in KLEE (3-year LLB)
- Option registration and allotment through CEE Kerala, followed by reporting at NAL
The State Merit last rank for the 3-year LLB at NAL closed at 1,770 in the KLEE 2026 second phase.
LLM Admission
LLM candidates need an LLB degree and a valid KLEE (LLM) rank. Eligibility follows UGC, Government of Kerala and University of Calicut norms. Seats are allotted through CEE Kerala option registration.
Nehru Academy of Law Palakkad Campus and Infrastructure
The NAL campus is at Jawahar Gardens, Lakkidi, near Ottapalam in Palakkad district. It shares the green Lakkidi setting with other Nehru Group colleges in Kerala.
- Moot Court Hall backed by an active Moot Court Society
- Library and Digital Library with e-learning access and legal databases
- Law-Tech Lab and an AC seminar hall
- Hostels on campus, with a cafeteria, canteen and gym
- 50+ buses across the Nehru Group Kerala campus, covering Palakkad, Thrissur, Shoranur, Ottapalam and Pattambi
NAL runs 10 academic centres, including centres for Maritime Law, Air and Space Law, Competition Law and Environmental Law. The college hosted the NAL International Maritime Conference (NALIMC) 2025. Student life also includes a legal aid clinic, debating society, arts and sports clubs and Onam celebrations.
Nehru Academy of Law Palakkad FAQs
Ques. Is Nehru Academy of Law Palakkad approved by the Bar Council of India?
Ans. Yes. NAL is approved by the Bar Council of India and affiliated to the University of Calicut. Its LLB degrees qualify graduates for enrolment as advocates.
Ques. What KLEE rank is needed for BBA LLB at Nehru Academy of Law?
Ans. In the KLEE 2026 second phase, the State Merit last rank for BBA LLB (Hons) at NAL was 1,890. Reserved categories closed at later ranks. Cutoffs change every year with applicant numbers.
Ques. Can I get admission to NAL without KLEE?
Ans. Half of the seats in each programme are filled through KLEE and CEE Kerala allotment. The other half are filled by the college on merit, as per government norms. Contact the admissions office for the merit-seat process.
Ques. What is the fee for the 3-year LLB at Nehru Academy of Law?
Ans. The total fee for the 3-year LLB at NAL is INR 1.80 Lakhs. Eligible students can reduce this cost through government scholarships such as E-Grantz.
Ques. Does Nehru Academy of Law have a hostel?
Ans. Yes. NAL has hostel facilities on campus, along with a canteen and cafeteria. Nehru Group buses also run from towns such as Palakkad, Thrissur, Shoranur and Ottapalam.
Ques. Does Nehru Academy of Law offer placements for law students?
Ans. Yes, through the Nehru Corporate Placements and Industry Relations cell. In 2025, BBA LLB and LLB graduates were hired by GEP Software at INR 5 LPA. Most graduates still go into litigation, judiciary exams or higher studies.
Ques. Is Nehru Academy of Law better than Al-Ameen Law College?
Ans. NAL closed at a tighter BBA LLB rank in KLEE 2026 and offers a B.Com LLB. Al-Ameen has lower 3-year LLB fees and a tighter LLB cutoff. Choose based on the course you want and your budget.
Ques. Where is Nehru Academy of Law located?
Ans. NAL is at Jawahar Gardens, Lakkidi, Mangalam, Palakkad district, Kerala, PIN 679301. Ottapalam is the nearest town.
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For the Nehru Academy of Law, Palakkad, the 2025 admission cycle application dates were from early May to mid-May 2025 for various law programs, with entrance exams and results following in June and counselling later.
For 2026 admissions, the application process is expected to start again around May 2026 (similar to the previous year), with entrance exams like KLEE/KEAM held mid-year, but exact official dates will be announced on the college or Kerala CEE website nearer to the cycle.
Nehru Academy of Law does not offer BALLB to the students.
The eligibility of Nehru Academy of Law LLB is to complete graduation in any specialisation with at least 50% marks in the aggregate and from a recognised university.