#1
Fee₹3,20,000 / yr
Median*₹16.0 L
Seats120
UG · 3–5 yrs
LLB — Law
Integrated and three-year law degrees for litigation, corporate and policy careers.
Duration5 years (integrated, after 12th) or 3 years (after graduation)
Eligibility10+2 (any stream) + CLAT/LSAT for 5-year; or any graduation + entrance for 3-year
Typical fees₹0.6–25 L total
Colleges4
Course overview
The LLB is India’s professional law degree and the gateway to practising as an advocate, joining corporate legal teams, or appearing for the judiciary. With litigation, compliance, and policy work all expanding, a Bar Council–recognised law degree remains one of the most versatile professional qualifications in India.
Is LLB — Law right for you?
✅ Choose it if you…
enjoy argument, reading, and reasoning, and want a career in courts, companies, policy, or public service.
⚠️ Reconsider if you…
dislike heavy reading and writing, or expect quick high pay without the slow grind of early litigation.
Eligibility & entrance exams
Eligibility: 10+2 (any stream) + CLAT/LSAT for 5-year; or any graduation + entrance for 3-year.
Entrance exams
CLAT → 22 National Law Universities (NLUs) + many private collegesAILET → NLU DelhiLSAT—India → Jindal Global, UPES, and other private law schoolsMH CET Law → Maharashtra govt & private law collegesDU LLB / CUET PG → Delhi University 3-year LLB
What you’ll study
Year 1 — Foundations
Legal method, Constitutional Law I, Contract, Torts; integrated courses add Political Science, Economics, Sociology.
Year 2 — Core public & private law
Constitutional Law II, Criminal Law (IPC/BNS), Family Law, Property Law.
Year 3 — Procedural & commercial law
CPC, CrPC, Evidence, Company Law, Labour Law; moot courts begin in earnest.
Years 4–5 — Electives, clinics & internships
Specialisation electives, clinical legal education, court/firm internships, drafting, dissertation (5-year track).
Core subjects covered
Constitutional LawLaw of ContractCriminal Law (IPC/BNS)Law of TortsCivil & Criminal Procedure (CPC/CrPC)Law of EvidenceCompany & Commercial LawJurisprudence
Popular specialisations
Corporate & Commercial LawM&A, contracts, compliance — leads to law firms and in-house counsel roles.
Litigation & Dispute ResolutionCourt practice, arbitration, mediation — the classic advocate path.
Constitutional & Public LawRights, governance, PIL — leads to chambers of senior counsel, policy, judiciary.
Intellectual Property LawPatents, trademarks, copyright — high demand in tech, pharma, media.
International & Trade LawWTO, cross-border deals, treaties — leads to global firms and organisations.
Admission process
1 · Choose routePick 5-year integrated (after 12th) or 3-year LLB (after graduation).
2 · Entrance examRegister and sit CLAT/AILET/LSAT-India/MH CET Law/DU LLB as applicable.
3 · Counselling / meritParticipate in centralised counselling or college-level merit lists.
4 · Document verification & seatVerify documents, pay fees, confirm admission.
5 · Enrol with Bar CouncilAfter the degree, register with the State Bar Council to practise.
🗓️ Indicative cycle: CLAT registration Aug–Oct, exam Dec, counselling Dec–Mar; LSAT-India and state exams run Jan–Jun. Confirm exact dates on official sites each year.
Duration & fees
Duration: 5 years (integrated, after 12th) or 3 years (after graduation), full-time.
| Institute type | Indicative fees | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Government / state law colleges | ₹0.6–3 L total | Govt Law College Mumbai, DU Faculty of Law, state university law depts |
| National Law Universities (NLUs) | ₹8–14 L total | NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR, NUJS, NLU Delhi |
| Private law schools | ₹10–25 L total | Jindal Global Law School, Symbiosis Law, NMIMS, UPES |
📋 Source: official institute fee structures (2024–25). Indicative; confirm with the institute.
Career outcomes & salary
| Role | Indicative fresher CTC market |
|---|---|
| Advocate (junior to senior counsel) | ₹2–8 L |
| Corporate Legal Associate (Tier-1 firm) | ₹8–18 L |
| In-house Legal Counsel | ₹6–14 L |
| Judicial Services Officer | ₹7–12 L |
| Legal Policy / Research Analyst | ₹4–9 L |
📋 Source: indicative market ranges (AmbitionBox, Glassdoor, 2026) — not official figures. Official institute placement averages are shown on each college below. Actual outcomes vary by college, skills & year.
Top recruiters
Cyril Amarchand MangaldasShardul Amarchand MangaldasKhaitan & CoAZB & PartnersTrilegalLuthra & LuthraJ Sagar AssociatesInfosys (legal)Tata Group (legal)Reliance (legal)EY / Deloitte (legal & compliance)State & High Court judicial services
📋 Source: companies reported by institute placement cells (2024). Recruiters vary by college & year.
Scholarships & funding
NLU need-based / merit waiversMost NLUs offer fee waivers for low-income and top-rank students.
Central Sector Scheme of ScholarshipsGovt scholarship for meritorious students from low-income families.
State minority / SC-ST-OBC scholarshipsState and central post-matric schemes covering tuition.
Private college merit scholarshipsJindal, Symbiosis, UPES offer entrance-rank-based waivers.
Scope & future
A law degree opens courts, corporates, policy, academia, and entrepreneurship. Litigation rewards patience with strong long-term earning potential, while corporate and NLU graduates can enter top firms with healthy starting pay. The field is competitive, but the breadth of exit options is unmatched among professional degrees.
📈 India’s corporate, compliance, and dispute-resolution market is growing fast, and the DPDP Act and rising regulation are expanding legal demand well beyond traditional litigation. Early litigation income is modest and uneven — the field rewards persistence and specialisation.
Source: Bar Council of India · NLU placement reportsWhere this degree can take you next
Higher studiesLLM (India or abroad), specialisation in corporate, IP, or international law.
IndustryIn-house counsel, compliance, legal-tech, consulting.
Emerging fieldsData privacy, AI governance, ESG and climate law.
GovernmentJudicial services, public prosecutor, legal advisor to ministries.
Global pathwaysLLM + bar exams abroad, international arbitration, UN/WTO legal roles.
Top colleges offering LLB — Law
4 colleges · ranked by NIRF
#2
Fee₹3,50,000 / yr
Median*—
Seats300
#3
Fee₹25,000 / yr
Median*₹7.5 L
Seats180
#4
Fee₹30,000 / yr
Median*—
Seats120
*Median = institute-level NIRF median salary (official — institutes publish median, not average), where branch-specific data isn’t published. Fees from official institute structures (2024–25).
5-year integrated LLB vs 3-year LLB
| 5-year integrated | 3-year LLB | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry point | After 12th, via CLAT/LSAT | After any graduation |
| Best for | Students sure about law early | Graduates pivoting into law |
| Placement reach | Strong (NLUs feed top firms) | Good, depends on college & prior degree |
Frequently asked questions
What is the eligibility for LLB — Law?
10+2 (any stream) + CLAT/LSAT for 5-year; or any graduation + entrance for 3-year.
What is the fee for LLB — Law?
Indicative fees are ₹0.6–25 L total. Always confirm the current fee with the institute.
How long is LLB — Law?
5 years (integrated, after 12th) or 3 years (after graduation).
What can I do after LLB — Law?
Common paths include Advocate / Litigator, Corporate Legal Associate, Judicial Services Officer (Judge), Legal Counsel (In-house).
Which colleges offer LLB — Law?
4 colleges in our list offer it, including National Law School of India University, Bangalore, Symbiosis Law School, Pune, Osmania University, Hyderabad.
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📋 Sources & data vintage
- Fees: official institute fee structures (2024–25).
- College placements (avg / highest): NIRF 2024 & institute placement reports.
- Role-wise salary ranges: indicative market estimates — AmbitionBox, Glassdoor (2026). Not official.
- Eligibility & approvals: UGC · AICTE · official college websites.
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Written by the CourseLane Research Team · reviewed by a senior counsellor · Last updated June 2026.