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BA LLB Course: One of the most in-demand law courses for the 10+2 passed law aspirants is the BA LLB course. BA LLB which is elaborated as Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Legislative Law is an integrated law course of 5 years duration. Admission is BA LLB course is via entrance tests mostly. In most famous law colleges in the nations, like National Law Universities, Symbiosis Law Schools, NALSAR, etc, BA LLB admissions are based on entrance tests like CLAT, SLAT, etc.

Apart from CLAT, SLAT, many colleges take admission in BA LLB course based on LSAT India scores like O P Jindal Global University, Kirit P. Mehta School of Law, NMIMS, School of Law, UPES, Lloyd Law College, GD Goenka University, GITAM School of Law etc.

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After BA LLB, candidates can pursue a master's degree in law like LLM. However, job opportunities are also in abundance after BA LLB course completion. Aspirants can take up jobs as lawyers, advocates, legal assistants, legal associates, and even a judge in government as well as in private sectors. Read all about the BA LLB course on this page.

Types of BA LLB Courses

BA LLB course has no type as such. The candidates who enroll in this 5-year course have to study all core subjects in the first year. After the first year, candidates are taught various law specialisations.

The specialisations offered in BA LLB after 1st year are as follows:

  1. Labour law
  2. Energy law
  3. Corporate law
  4. Criminal law
  5. Constitutional law
  6. Banking, Finance and Insurance Law
  7. International Trade and Investment Law
  8. Taxation law
  9. Media and Entertainment Law
  10. Legal Compliance and Secretarial Practices
  11. Food Health and Environment Law
  12. Forensic Science and Law
  13. Medicine, Health, and Law
  14. Digital Innovation and Law
  15. Cyber Laws
  16. Intellectual Property Rights

BA LLB course Structure

BA LLB course is a 5-year integrated course. The course is offered on a semester basis and in 5 years there are a total of 10 semesters. Check the course structure semester wise below (as per NLU Delhi):

Semester 1

Legal Methods

Law of Torts-I

History of Legal & Constitutional Development in India

Political Science-I 

English – I 

 

Semester 2

Law of Contracts-I 

Law of Torts-II 

Criminal Law-I

Political Science-II

English –II

 

Semester 3

Law of Contracts-II 

Family Law-I 

Criminal Law-II 

Economics & Law-I 

Sociology-I

 

Semester 4

Law of Property

Family Law-II

Law and Poverty 

Economics & Law-II

Sociology-II

 

Semester 5

Jurisprudence-I 

Constitutional Law-I 

Administrative Law

CPC & Law of Limitation 

Law of Evidence

 

Semester 6

Jurisprudence-II 

Constitutional Law-II 

Clinic-I (ADR) 

International Law 

Labour Laws 

 

Semester 7

Corporate Law-I 

Intellectual Property Rights Law

Environmental Law

Banking Law & Negotiable Instruments 

Semester 8

Corporate Law-II

Taxation Laws

Cyber Laws

Clinic -II


Semester 9

International Trade Law

Judicial Process & Interpretation of Statutes

Clinic-III 

 

Semester 10

Law of Insurance

Human Rights, International Humanitarian & Refugee Law

Clinic-IV 

 

BA LLB Degree Courses

BA LLB is a degree course. BA is a bachelor of arts and LLB is Legum Baccalaureus. BA LLB is a 5 year degree course that is one of the most popular courses among the law aspirants after 10+2.

In this course, candidates get to study the subjects covered under the arts including Sociology, History, Political Science in correlation with legal subjects of Criminal Law, Civil Law, Administrative Law, Constitutional Law and Labour Laws.

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Distance BA LLB Courses

BA LLB course can be also studied in distance. However, one cannot opt for a career based on a distance BA LLB course, that is because it is not recognised by BCI. The colleges that offer BA LLB in distance mode are as follows:

  1. NLU, Jodhpur
  2. Jamia Milia Islamia
  3. ILS law college
  4. Kalinga University
  5. ICFAI University
  6. Amity University
  7. University College of Law, Osmania University
  8. Faculty of Law, Banaras Hindu University

BA LLB Course FAQs

Q. What is BA LLB?

A. BA LLB or Bachelor of Legislative Law is an undergraduate degree, which focuses on integrating knowledge regarding law and other subjects to the candidates. Students are also introduced to law case studies, which will help them practice for their career in the law field.

Q. Is BA LLB better or LLB?

A. BA LLB is an integrated 5-year programme, where the student has to study LLB along with other Arts subjects. However, LLB is a 3-year programme that focuses solely on the study of law.

Q. I have a Science background in 12th standard. Can I apply for BA LLB?

A. Yes. Students of any stream can apply for BA LLB  provided that they meet the basic eligibility criteria.

Q. Is BA LLB merit or entrance based?

A. For BA LLB admissions, the students will have to attempt the respective entrance examination of the institute that they wish to apply for admissions.

Q. What are the entrance exams for BA LLB?

A. Some of the national level entrance examinations for BA LLB are CLAT and LSAT. There are many state-level entrance examinations too which the candidates can apply for based on their eligibility.

Q. What is the scope of BA LLB?

A. Students who graduate with a BA LLB degree can start working in the law field. They can work as a lawyer, advocate, solicitor and more. They can also pursue higher education such as LLM or even MBA.

Q. What is the salary of BA LLB graduates?

A. The salary of BA LLB graduates will differ as per the field they are working in or the company or organization that they are working at. However, the average salary falls between INR 3 to 6 Lakhs per annum.

Q. Is CLAT necessary for BA LLB?

A. Yes. CLAT is necessary for BA LLB admissions.

Q. Who are the top recruiters for BA LLB graduates?

A. There are many companies that recruit BA LLB graduates; however, some of the top recruiters are Amarchand & Mangaldas & Suresh A Shroff & Co., J Sagar Associates, Trilegal and more.

Q. Do I need to study Political Science in BA LLB?

A. Yes. Students will also be required to study Political Science along with some other Arts subjects in BA LLB.

Q. Which is the best college for BA LLB?

A. According to India Today 2020 Rankings, the National Law School of India University is the top-ranked college for BA LLB.

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Answered 3 days ago

No, CUET-UG scores are not necessary to get admission into BA LLB at Kalasalingam University. To get admission into the BA LLB courses candidates are required to appear in any of the following entrance exams- CUET UG/ KLEE. Additionally, candidates with good scores in any of the above-mentioned entr

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Vishakha

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Answered 3 days ago

Candidates must pass Class 12 or its equivalent examination with at least 50% aggregate to apply for the BA LLB (Hons) course. Additionally, the aspirants must qualify the university entrance exam for admission. Candidates are required to fulfil the eligibility requirements and submit their proof of

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Chanchal Gaurav

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Answered 3 days ago

he mode of application is online for all courses. Candidates can check below the steps to apply for Kalasalingam University:

  1. Visit the official website, kalasalingam.ac.in.
  2. Click on 'Apply Now' on the Home page.
  3. Register with the basic details.
  4. Login to fill out the application form.
  5. Upload documents and

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Kartik Sharma

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 3 days ago

Yes, the university conducts Kalasalingam School of Law Entrance Examination (KSLEE) for admission to BA LLB (Hons) course. After completion of the selection rounds, the university releases a merit list to announce the names of the shortlisted candidates. The shortlisted aspirants are called for cou

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Indrani Tyagi

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 3 days ago

After completing the BA LLB course from Kalasalingam University, candidates can work in law firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies, or even start their own practice. Some of the career options are: 

  • An Advocate 
  • Litigation Lawyer:
  • Corportate Counsellor 
  • Legal Advisor 
  • Litigators, Legal C

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Tanisha Pandey

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 3 days ago

No, candidates with 55% in their Class 12 are not eligible to get Kalasalingam University BA LLB scholarships. However, they are eligible to apply to the university for admission into the BA LLB course. To get a scholarship of 10% tuition fee concession, candidates must secure a minimum aggregate of

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Krishnendu Kumar

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 3 days ago

Kalasalingam University offers scholarships to BA LLB students on the basis of scores candidates secured in their higher senior secondary, candidates seeking a scholarship for the this law programme can avail of it by meeting certain eligibility criteria. Candidates can refer to the following table

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Rachit Kumar

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 3 days ago

Common University Entrance Test (CUET) 2025 registration will commence in the last week of February 2025. NTA will release the CUET 2025 notification. Soon after the release of the notification, the CUET registration 2025 process will commence online at cuetug-ac.ntaonline.in. Candidates willing to

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Atul Pruthi

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 3 days ago

Candidates are required to submit releavant documents to Kalasalingam University for verification purposes, that can justify their academic and personal identity, the required documents for BA LLB course are as follows: 

Name of the CertificateNo. of Copies
Class 10 mark sheetOriginal +three xerox copies
Class 10 (TN state board) / 12 mark sheetOriginal +three xerox copies
Transfer CertificateOriginal +one xerox copy
Conduct CertificateOriginal +one xerox copy
Medical Fitness CertificateOriginal
Community Certificate (if BC/ MBC/ SC/ ST)One xerox copy
Passport size photographFour copies
Family photograph (Postcard size)Two copies
Aadhar Card XeroxOne Xerox Copy
Any Entrance Examination Score CardOne Xerox Copy

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Indrani Kumar

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Answered 3 days ago

Yes, candidates can cancel their application after paying the BA LLB application fee at Kalasalingam University. However,  only the application can be cancelled but the application fee is non-refundable. So, after completing the application process,  and attaching all the relevant details candidates

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Piyush Jain

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 3 days ago

After completing the application process and attaching the relevant documents. Candidates are required to pay the Kalasalingam University BA LLB application fee. Candidates can pay this fee through online mode-  through Netbanking/ Credit/ Debit card/ UPI. Application cost (INR 600) – for General ca

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Abhishek Hazarika

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Answered 3 days ago

The questions asked in the test by Amity University for BA LLB course can vary from year to year. But based on the last year's patterns questions come from the following areas:

  • English: Reading comprehension passages, grammar and vocabulary-based questions.
  • Logical Reasoning: Analytical reasoning ques

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Raj B

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Answered 3 days ago

No, you are not eligibile to give UPSC exam in your 4th year of BA LLB course, as according to the UPSC criteria you need to acquire a bachelor's degree and BA LLB is treated as a single degree for UPSC purposes. 

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Mani Shukla

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Answered 4 days ago

For the academic batch 2025, BA LLB aspirants can fill out the enquiry form at Kalsalingam University for the academic batch 2025. The university opens its portal for admission enquiries. Specific dates for the 2025-2026 academic year have not been announced yet. However, for the academic year 2024,

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Chanchal Gaurav

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Answered 4 days ago

For admission to BA LLB at Kalasalingam University, candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of the marks scored in the entrance examination, a list will be released by the university on the website after the counselling process. Moreover, for the selection process, the university accepts the sco

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Kartik Sharma

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 4 days ago

The total tuition fee of BA LLB is INR 6 lakh. Candidates are required to pay the course fee after completion of all the selection rounds to confirm their seats. In case,  a candidate is unable to pay the fee within the specified time,  his or her admission will stand cancelled. Candidates will also

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Indrani Tyagi

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Answered 4 days ago

The eligibility criteria for admission to integrated BA LLB at Kalasalingam University is candidate should have passed Higher secondary examinations or its equivalent examination and should have secured not less than 45% of the total aggregate. For the selection process, the university accepts the v

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Tanisha Pandey

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 4 days ago

Yes, Kalasalingam University does offer BA LLB courses for the duration of five years. To get admission into this course candidates are required to qualify for the primary eligibility criteria that state candidates must complete their Class 12 from the relevant stream with a minimum aggregate of 50%

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Krishnendu Kumar

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 4 days ago

If you want to go through flat exam in university so you had to wait for 1 year but if you want to do your course you can take admission in private and better colleges

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Rubi

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Answered 5 days ago

In the realm of legal education, the BA LLB course emerges as a quintessential choice for students seeking a comprehensive understanding of law and its applications. A 5-year integrated law course after 12th, BA LLB blends Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Legislative Law, offering a dynamic curricul

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SUJITHREDDY

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a week ago

Lucknow University is offering 5 years LLB course after 12th. So you can do this course from here. Eligibility criteria is 12th with minimum 45% marks for general candidates.

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pradeep kumar

Scholar-Level 18

Answered 2 weeks ago

The number of students placed over the past three years during NLU Ranchi BA LLB Hons placements is presented below:

Particulars

BA LLB Hons Placement Statistics (2021)

BA LLB Hons Placement Statistics (2022)

BA LLB Hons Placement Statistics (2023)

Total students

102

110

116

Students placed

16

26

26

Students opted for higher studies

21

14

23

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Krishnendu Chatterjee

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

The median package offered during BA LLB Hons placements over the past three years is presented below:

Particulars

BA LLB Hons Placement Statistics (2021)

BA LLB Hons Placement Statistics (2022)

BA LLB Hons Placement Statistics (2023)

Median package

INR 6.57 LPA

INR 10.07 LPA

INR 10 LPA

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Nishtha Sharma

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 weeks ago

As per the NIRF report 2024, the key highlights of BA LLB Hons placements over the past three years are presented below:

Particulars

BA LLB Hons Placement Statistics (2021)

BA LLB Hons Placement Statistics (2022)

BA LLB Hons Placement Statistics (2023)

Median package

INR 6.57 LPA

INR 10.07 LPA

INR 10 LPA

Total students

102

110

116

Students placed

16

26

26

Students opted for higher studies

21

14

23

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Nishtha Karan

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 weeks ago

As per the NIRF report 2024 of NLU Ranchi, the number of BA LLB Hons students placed over the past three years is presented below:

Particulars

BA LLB Hons Placement Statistics (2021)

BA LLB Hons Placement Statistics (2022)

BA LLB Hons Placement Statistics (2023)

Total students

102

110

116

Students placed

16

26

26

Students opted for higher studies

21

14

23

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Manashjyoti Piplani

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 weeks ago

NLU Ranchi BA LLB Hons average package data is not released. As per the NIRF report 2024, the median package offered during BA LLB Hons placements over the past three years are presented below:

Course  

Median Package (2021)

Median Package (2022)

Median Package (2023)

BA LLB Hons 

INR 6.57 LPA

INR 10.07 LPA

INR 10 LPA

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Chandra Thakur

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 weeks ago

The key highlights of BA LLB Hons placements at NLU Ranchi over the past three years are presented below:

Particulars

BA LLB Hons Placement Statistics (2021)

BA LLB Hons Placement Statistics (2022)

BA LLB Hons Placement Statistics (2023)

Median package

INR 6.57 LPA

INR 10.07 LPA

INR 10 LPA

Total students

102

110

116

Students placed

16

26

26

Students opted for higher studies

21

14

23

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Satyendra Rai

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 weeks ago

The admission process for the B.A. LL.B. program at Banaras Hindu University (BHU) includes: 

Eligibility

Applicants must have passed or be appearing for Class 12 or equivalent from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% aggregate. There is a 5% relaxation for OBC and 10% for SC/ST candidates. 

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Sama Supriya

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 2 weeks ago

To get into BA LLB (Hons) course of NLU Jodhpur, it is crucial that the aspirants fulfil the course-specific eligibility requirements. The aspirants who are Class 12 or equivalent exam pass with at least 45% aggregate can apply. Moreover, a relaxation of 5% in the eligibility is given to candidates

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Virajita Madavi

Beginner-Level 5

Answered 2 weeks ago

The number of students placed over the past three years during BA LLB Hons placements over the past three years is presented below:

Particulars

BA LLB Hons Placement Statistics (2021)

BA LLB Hons Placement Statistics (2022)

BA LLB Hons Placement Statistics (2023)

Total students

127

64

67

Students placed

43

29

30

Students opted for higher studies

39

31

28

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Dhanya Arora

Beginner-Level 5

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