u/Cautious_Plastic_392

I'm 33 and currently working in a government job earning around ₹40k/month. Through my work, I've had some exposure to the High Court, which developed my interest in law.

I'm also going through a divorce at the moment. I appeared for NLSAT 2026 but wasn't selected, and I'm planning to attempt NLSAT 2027.

If I get into NLSIU, I'll probably have to take an education loan, potentially around ₹15–20 lakh. After graduation, getting a good placement would be very important for me to repay the loan and establish myself in the legal profession.

At 33, is this a reasonable risk to take? Especially considering that I'll be leaving a stable government job, taking on a substantial loan, and starting a legal career from scratch at 36.

I'd really appreciate honest opinions, especially from NLSIU students/alumni or lawyers who have seen people make a similar career transition.

Hi all, how is the loan application process in NLS. Will they arrange or we have to go and search for banks for loan offers.

To my knowledge we have to apply it through PM Vidya Lakshmi portal, will the portal itself show banks? Should we have to go to banks before hand and then apply via portal. Please share your experiences 🙏 and also tell me if you "wish " whether the loan is worth the course with off campus residence.

Hi I'm preparing for NLSAT 2027, hope I will get into NLS. I am from Tamilnadu. Recently I saw people saying that they are staying outside NLS campus. How about the next batch i.e., 2027 batch will they get a incampus hostel or will they be kept outside?. Any idea. Which is better?