What is LLB: Full Form, Course Duration, Admission 2025, Colleges, Salary & Scope

LLB is a UG degree through which you can learn right the knowledge and skills needed to start a career in law. Here are the detailed points for LLB course to give better clarity:
Types: Offered as both a 3 year PG program for graduates and a 5 year integrated program combining undergraduate studies with law (like BA LLB course/B com LLB course/BBA LLB course)
Eligibility: You need to have a bachelors degree for the 3 year program and the minimum marks in Class 12 for the five-year program
Entrance Exams: You can appear for entrance test like CLAT, and AILET or university-specific exams.
Focus: You study important subjects like the Law of Torts, Constitutional Law, Criminal Law , Jurisprudence, Law, Tax Law, Family Law, Public International Law, Law of Property, Labour and Industrial Law, Company Law, Environmental Law, Evidence Law (IEA), and some practical skills/ soft skills and training papers.
Importance: Completing an LLB degree is mandatory to practice law in India.

See, both 3-year and 5-year LLB are bachelor's programs; the only difference between them is that under a 5-year LLB, you'll get 2 years of Legal education and 3 years of the general bachelor's degree education (BA, BCom, BSc, or BBA). On the other hand, a 3-year LLB will only provide you with legal education. 
Now, the eligibility criteria differences between the courses are only that a 3-year LLB requires you to obtain a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, but you can opt for a 5-year LLB course right after your Class 12.
Choosing between them is every candidate's personal choice. Some feel that they should complete their bachelor's education separately so that they'll have enough time to explore other fields and can switch to another field if they want, but some candidates who are steadfast in their Law decision opt for a 5-year-long LLB.

There are many. Here are some top LLB colleges in India with their scholarship programs:

Note: The information is sourced from the official/counselling body of the institute/exam.

See, you don't really get to choose a specialisation at the LLB level. This option is available only for LLM students. At the LLB level, you'll learn about a blend of legal specializations, mainly Criminal Law, Corporate Law, Intellectual Property, etc. This is because, to start a legal journey, it's essential to grasp a basic understanding of every Law area, and then you'll be able to decide the path you want in the future effectively.

You seem to be confused about the difficulty level of LLB and CA courses right? Nobody can tell you with surety which course is easier but rather you have to assess the same on the basis of your interests and passions. If you have this feeling that you're made for reading, interpretation, logical reasoning and argumentation, you might find LLB relatively easier and more fun to study.
But if you have a strong inclination towards numbers, financial analysis, problem solving with quantitative data and can dive into technical study, you might find CA more suited to your interests and hence easier than the LLB course.

The LLB 3 years course is different from the five-year integrated LLB courses such as BA LLB, BBA LLB,  BSc LLB, BCom LLB etc. Every law school or university offering an LLB degree follows the eligibility criteria prescribed by BCI. Candidates seeking admission to an LLB course must hold a bachelor's degree of three years or four years' duration from a recognised university with minimum 50-55 percent in aggregate.  

Candidates should have secured at least 55-50 percent marks in their bachelor's degree for admission to the LLB degree.

However, every law school/ university in India provides a relaxation of 5 percent marks to Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe candidates. Candidates must ensure that they have an excellent academic performance because many colleges also provide scholarships to candidates who have scored top ranks in their entrance examinations. 

There are some law schools that offer integrated LLB programs, which allow students to start taking courses immediately after Class 12. While other institutes require students to obtain a bachelor's degree in any discipline.

However, you cannot pursue a three-year LLB degree immediately after completing Class 12 or without graduating. The basic eligibility requirement for pursuing an LLB programme is a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 45-50% marks.

No, you cannot pursue a 3 year LLB immediately after passing Class 12 or without graduation. The basic eligibility requirement for pursuing an LLB course is a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 45-50 percent marks. 

To pursue LLB after 10th you need to follow these steps:

• Complete class 12th
• Prepare for Law exams like CLAT and AILET.
• Take admission in 5 year integrated LLB course.
• Also, focus on overall development like reading and moot courts.

No, the CLAT exam is conducted only for admissions to five-year LLB courses and LLM courses. For admission to an LLB degree, candidates have to appear for the entrance exam conducted by the university/ law colleges. Candidates have to complete graduation in order to be eligible for LLB entrance examinations. Candidates can also apply for LLB entrance exams in their final year of graduation. They can appear for CLAT PG for pursuing LLM from reputed NLUs.

The standard syllabus is similar across various examinations and consists of the following sections:

• Language Comprehension: synonyms, reading comprehension, spellings, idioms, vocabulary
• Quantitative & Numerical Ability: Agreement and Disagreement, Mental Ability and Logical/Mathematical Analysis
• Logical Reasoning: Relationships, Analogies, Syllogism, Logical Sequences, Statement & Assumption
• Legal General Knowledge: Events of National and International Importance, Awards & Honours, History, Current Affairs
• Legal Aptitude: Legal Maxims, Indian Constitution, Important Acts and Amendments of the Legislature, Important Supreme Court Judgments

Yes, the syllabus for 3-year LLBs differs from the 5-year LLBs, and the reason is that the 3-year LLB aspirants are graduates with a bachelor's degree; the syllabus for 3-year LLB entrance is slightly difficult.

You'll find topics related to legal aptitude, legal knowledge, and understanding of the Indian legal system in the 3-year entrance exam. Meanwhile, the 5-year LLB entrance syllabus is based on general knowledge/aptitude and legal aptitude. 

You can, but most top LLB colleges like NLUs, Symbiosis Law School, ILS Law College, ICFAI Law School, Lloyd Law College, etc., either accept national-level exam scores or conduct their university-level exams. If you really want to skip the entrance exam part and get admission to an LLB course, here are some colleges you can consider:

• Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences
• Lucknow University
• Manipal University, Jaipur
• Amity University
• Indore Institute of Law
• IMS Law College
• Jaipur National University

The basic difference between a 3-year and a 5-year LLB is their entry point. If you already have a bachelor's degree in any discipline, you can opt for a 3-year LLB course. But a 5-year integrated LLB can be pursued right after Class 12. It combines the study of an undergraduate degree with Law. Both options are fine; neither one is better than the other. It just depends on the suitability of a student.

The only difference between an LLB and a BA LLB/ BCom LLB/ BBA LLB degree is of the duration of courses i.e.

• BA LLB is of five-years duration 
• LLB course is of three-years duration but candidates already would have completed a Bachelor degree of three years which makes it  (3+3 = 6 years).

Many candidates directly pursue five-year integrated law degree in order to reduce the wastage of 1 year. LLB after graduation is still a popular mode of pursuing law especially by those who wish to make a change in their career and make a career in the field of advocacy or judiciary.

No doubt, a Distance LLB will provide you with the flexibility and convenience, along with cost-effectiveness. It will also limit your practical training, chances of getting hired, and campus life experience. It is important to know that the Employer prefers candidates with a regular LLB degree, especially in fields like Law.

The Bar Council of India may also recognize your distance degree for direct course practice. So, it is important to check the Accreditation of the programme and the college. 

Yes, there is a PhD in Law, which is LLD (Doctor of Law) degree. It's objective is to equip students or research scholars with critical and analytical ability, which further providing them theoretical and empirical exposure through comprehensive course work.

No, LLB in distance education is not valid as per the guidelines of Bar Council of India as well as AICTE.

To improve the quality of legal education, colleges are barred from offering LLB courses in distance mode. Such degrees are no more recognised across India by the BCI or any recruiter. Therefore, candidates must be vigilant before applying for this course and plan to pursue this course in full-time mode only from a recognised college.

Read More: Distance LL.B. Course

First you need to complete 10+2 from a recognise board, preferably from Arts stream, because subjects taught in arts such as Political Science and History can help you to build a strong foundation. 

Moreover, you can pursue your graduation from the same field like BA or BA specialisations in relatable subjects.

If you have completed an LLB and an MBA, then it could turn out to be a good decision as you'll be a professional with knowledge and skills from both fields that could be in much demand by top corporates and organisations. It not only offers legal expertise and business skills but also leads new doors for business management, corporate law, and even entrepreneurship. you can also pick up roles where legal and business expertise is required.

BA LLB generally has higher competition for admissions as it is offered by top NLUs, private law colleges and prestigious central/state universities, with entrance exams such as AILET, CLAT, and SLAT, having low acceptance rates. On the other hand LLB (3 year course) is mainly available at all the top law universities, which makes the competition even more than BA LLB. 

Here are the top 15 colleges for a 3-year LLB in India:

1. National Law School of India University, Bangalore (NLSIU)
2. National Law University, Delhi (NLU Delhi)
3. NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad
4. West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences (NUJS), Kolkata
5. Faculty of Law, Delhi University
6. Symbiosis Law School, Pune
7. Jindal Global Law School, Sonipat
8. Government Law College, Mumbai
9. ILS Law College, Pune
10. Banaras Hindu University Law School, Varanasi
11. University College of Law, Osmania University, Hyderabad
12. Rajiv Gandhi School of Intellectual Property Law, IIT Kharagpur
13. Department of Laws, Panjab University, Chandigarh
14. Maharishi Dayanand Law College, Jaipur
15. Chandigarh University, Chandigarh

National Law Universities are some of the best law schools in India. National Law University have excellent faculty, good infrastructure, and a vibrant student life. National Law University also have a good placement record. This means that if you graduate from an National Law University , you will be well-equipped to start your career as a lawyer.

No, according to the Bar Council of India (BCI), there is no scope of "Lateral Entry" in LLB courses, that means you cannot join through mid ways. You need to start from the begining, i.e. first year and complete the full course.  

Below are some colleges based on the past 3 year's NIRF rankings:

 Yes, a Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) has potential in India. You need to complete LLB course to be able to practice law in India. You can work as a lawyer, judge, legal counselor, and consultant etc., with an LLB degree. For further information upon various Job Profiles and their average salaries, look at the table below:

The average salary for a professional who has done LLB and MBA can vary between INR 5 LPA to INR 12+ LPA. However, for higher positions it can also go upto INR 50+ LPA, as the blend of both the fields can place you in the spectrum of higher earning worth. 

Of course, TCS offers a bunch of job options to LLB pass outs for various roles such as legal counsel, contract manager, compliance officer, and legal analyst.

If you want to apply in TCS, you can visit their official careers portal and search for open positions that require an LLB degree. All the best.

I feel that in the coming 5-10 years, the LLB scope in India is going to remain broad and promising, with growing demands for specialized lawyers in Corporate Law, Cyber Law, Intellectual Property Law, and International Trade Law, especially in the corporate sectors, government agencies, and NGOs. 

There is no specific eligibility criterion for taking the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) exam. It is open to individuals of all ages and educational backgrounds who wish to demonstrate their English language proficiency. Whether you are a student, a professional, or someone seeking immigration or work opportunities in English-speaking countries, you are eligible to take the IELTS. There are no prerequisites such as educational qualifications, age restrictions, or prior language learning experience. The IELTS is accessible to anyone who wants to showcase their English language proficiency. However, it is preferable that students above the age of 16 appear for the exam. 

The ideal month to take the IELTS exam will vary depending on several criteria, such as your degree of preparation, university or visa application deadlines, and your availability. The test should generally be scheduled two to three months ahead of any deadlines to allow for retaking if needed.

Since January, April, and September coincide nicely with university application cycles, many students choose to take the IELTS exam around these times. If you're applying for the autumn intake, for example, taking the test by the end of spring (April or May) guarantees that your results will be available in time. The best months to target the spring intake are October or November. 

Both TOEFL and IELTS are English language tests used for studying or working in English-speaking countries. Neither test is always harder than the other. It depends on your skills and what you are comfortable with. Some find TOEFL harder, if they are not used to computer tests. Others finds IELTS challenging, due to the face-to-face with an examiner. 

Yes, many companies offer jobs to fresh LLB graduates as well and not just the esperienced ones. Graduates specialised especially from Corporate Law, Compliance, Public Policy, etc., are given preferences. 

Moreover, opportunities can also depend on the job market and demand for legal professionals in a particular region

The prominent difference in between both the pathways i.e doing LLB directly, or LLB after BCom, can be in the duration of completing the courses. While B.Com LLB is an integrated degree which combines both the degrees into one which can be completed in 5 years, and pursuing them seperately can take approximately 6 years. 

After completing a law degree, anyone can practice in courts by enrolling in a State Bar Council. Within two years of enrollment, they must pass the All India Bar Exam (AIBE). One just needs a law degree and enrollment in any State Bar Council in order to start practicing in courts.

The LLB and LLM full forms are Bachelor of Legislative Laws and Master of Laws respectively. LLB is an undergraduate degree, while the LLM is a master's degree course. LLB is a 3-year-long UG degree program and LLM is a 1-2 year-long PG degree program in the field of Law.

Hi,

Here are some common options that you can consider to pursue LLB if you are a BCom graduation !

Hope this answers your question !

It depends on the candidate's educational background and plans. BA LLB is an integrated course of five years, where students study both LLB and Arts subjects. However, LLB is a three-year course, which is solely around the study of law. Moreover, BA LLB is popular among Class 12 pass wanting to pursue a career in the field of Law. The placement opportunities are also more attractive in NLUs and other private colleges. 

Thus, it cannot be really said which is course is better. However, BA LLB is slightly more popular.

The National Law University Delhi accepts AILET scores for admission to the BA LLB (Hons) course. According to the fourth cutoff list in 2024, AILET score stood at 66 for the BA LLB (Hons) course.

During the round 1 cutoff, the BA LLB (Hons) score was 62 for the General AII India category candidates. So, considering the round 1 and round 4 cutoff, the minimum score required in AILET is 60 to get a seat in the BA LLB (Hons) course for the General category students under the AI Quota. 

For a better clarity, candidates can also refer to the table below to check out the BA LLB (Hons) round-wise AILET cutoff scores for 2024, 2023 and 2022 for the General AI category: 

There is no requirement for upper age limit to pursue LLB course, but the prerequisite for applying to a 3-year UG course in law is a graduation degree from a recognised Indian university or its international equivalent. All the best.

No, you cannot do LLB after 10th, In India. To become a lawyer, you have to pursue a 5-year integrated LLB degree programme after your 12th. The degree course includes a 3-year Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and a 2-year Master of Laws (LLM)

Yes, Symbiosis Law School Pune offers a three-year LLB programme at the undergraduate level. The School has re-introduced the programme from the year 2014 onwards for students. Candidates who has bachelor's degree from any recognised board with a minimum of 45% marks or equivalent grade are eligible to apply for the LLB course. Further, students must also has a valid scores in the SLAT 2025 exam. 

Yes, top Law colleges in India such as, NLSIU Bangalore, NLU Delhi, and NALSAR Hyderabad that provide active placement facilities to their LLB students. Top Law firms, corporate legal departments and government agencies often visit such colleges for recruitements. 

Yes, Faculty of Law, BHU accepts CUET-PG score for admission to LLB (Hons) programme. Besides, candidates must also fulfil the eligibility requirements for LLB (Hons) admission. Aspirants must pass BA/ BSc/ BCom./ Shastri with a minimum of 50% aggregate to apply for Faculty of BHU, LLB (Hons) programme. Selected candidates are further called for paying the course fee to confirm their seat in the university.

Yes, you can practice law after completing LLB from the UPES School of Law. The LLB degree holders are eligible to pursue law in India. Moreover, degree holders can work as a judge, lawyer, consultant, legal counsellor, etc. The table below showcases average annual salary for some of the popular job profiles:

There are various options, that you can do after completing LLB course:

• Become an Associate or Law Clerk at a Law Firm.
• Take a job in the legal division of a private corporation.
• Pursue further education by pursuing an LLM (Post-Graduation in Law).
• Complete the ICSI's Company Secretary program, and then join any public limited company.
• Begin your own or private practice.
• Prepare for the exam for Judicial Services.

Yes, it does. CLAT is a common entrance test used by many of the top law schools in India to determine admission to their law programs, and NLSIU is one of the prestigious institutions that considers CLAT scores for its admissions.

Candidates interested in applying to NLSIU's BA LLB programme and other law programs should register for the CLAT examination, take the test, and use their CLAT scores to apply to NLSIU during the admission process. Keep in mind that the specific admission criteria, cutoff scores, and application procedures may vary from year to year, so it's advisable to check NLSIU's official website and the CLAT website for the most up-to-date information on admission requirements and processes.

 No, first you have to appear for the AIBE by BCI. To clear the bar examination is mandatory for all law graduates to be able to practice law.

All state bar councils in India have made it mandatory for advocates who graduated after 2010 to clear this examination. Candidates must ensure that they clear AIBE within two years of their registration in order to be eligible to practice anywhere in the country. They must also register themselves in the local bar in order to practice in the district court.

Hi, After completing LLB, one has avenues open in varied and diversified fields. You have options to pursue your profession as a lawyer, legal advisor, law officer, public prosecutor, solicitor, law reporter and legal assistant and so on. You can find employment in government services both Central and State government.

Law graduates have options of working as teachers, legal advisors in various companies, business houses, organizations, etc. There are options in private and corporate sector, in legal process outsourcing (LPO) sector or working for a KPO in legal research. You can work with law firms, be in private practice or work for NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations) and social service agencies.

Law graduates can also qualify for company secretaryship and become company secretaries. There are various disciplines in Law e.g. Civil, Tax Criminal, Corporate, International, Real Estate, Patent Law, etc. You can specialize in any one of those disciplines. You are also eligible to apply for any post for which graduation is the minimum qualification. You could also do an LLM or an MBA.

The choice will depend on your individual interests, personality, aptitude, ability, strengths and career goals. However, if you need further help or guidance, you could revert back with details of your interest, career goals and location so that we can help you better.

CLAT is more difficult than LSAT India because of the time constraint. Candidates have only two hours to solve 150 questions in the exam. However, the time limit to solve 92 questions in the LSAT India exam is 2 hours and 20 minutes. Thus, it is difficult for candidates to complete all questions in the CLAT exam within such a short time limit. Moreover, the CLAT question paper includes questions from Current Affairs and General Knowledge. However, the LSAT India question paper does not include questions on Current Affairs and General Knowledge. Consequently, the LSAT India is comparatively easy because of its question paper pattern.

Yes, you can definitely pursue freelancing work options after completing LLB course. Freelancing options are legal research & writing, contract drafting & review, legal consulting, and online dsipute resolution. There are several online platforms that allows these freelance lawyers to connect with the clients. Moreover, you can also pursue your own business if you have good legal knowledge, especially of the fields related to Corporate Law, Intellectual Property Law, and other legal knowledges. 

These are the qualities recruiters want to see in graduates from Law:

• Recruiters want to see that you have a solid grasp of fundamental legal principles as good grades signal that you've learned how to use those knowledge and skills effectively.
• The ability to express yourself clearly, concisely, and convincingly, whether you're writing an email or arguing a case.
• You need to be able to look at a situation, break it down into smaller pieces, figure out what's important, and then build a strong case based on your analysis.

While internships with top recruiters in the legal field are highly advantageous and increased your employement chances, but still they are a direct pathway to full-time employment. These internships offer valuable exposure to the firm's or organisation's work culture, provide opportunities to develop practical skills under experienced professionals, and allow interns to network with potential future colleagues and mentors. 

However, doing job there is typically based upon various factors, such as the firm's hiring needs at the time, the intern's overall performance and suitability as assessed during the internship, and sometimes, and the most important completion of the graduate's law degree.

After completing LLB, you can think of pursuing following courses for further studies:

• LLM 
• PGD (Post-Graduate Diploma)
• PhD in Law (LLD)
• MBA 

After pursuing an LLB, one can either pursue higher studies by doing an LLM or a PhD. This will open doors to academia and research. One may start practicing as an advocate by enrolling in the local state bar and also appearing in the All India Bar Examination. Candidates can also appear for various judicial and civil service examinations or other government and banking examinations.

Hello, you have two options after Class 12: either pursue a 3-year-long LLB course, or go for a 5-year-long integrated LLB course. The difference between these two is that the 3-year LLB is pursued after graduation, so you'll need to complete a bachelor's degree in any discipline, and then you'll be eligible for the LLB program.

But with the 5-year integrated LLB, you can skip the graduation. By which I mean, you can pursue a 5-year integrated LLB right after Class 12. These integrated LLB programs are offered through various degree options like BA LLB, BBA LLB, BCom LLB, BSc LLB, etc.

More than 1,150 Law colleges in India offer 3-year LLB programs in a full-time mode. Their course fee structure can differ depending on the college entity type, college rating, placement records, infrastructure, etc. However, the government colleges' course fee ranges from INR 1,000 to INR 8.8 Lakh, and the private colleges' course fee ranges from INR 4,000 to INR 18.75 Lakh. More on LLB Course Fees

LLB offers a wide range of rewarding and reputed job opportunities. One can get enrolled in the Bar Council of India  (BCI) and practice in Indian Courts after completing the LLB years. Candidates need to appear for and qualify AIBE  (All India Bar Examination), to be awarded with the "Certificate of Practice" which makes one eligible to practice in any law court in India. Candidates must also ensure that they are registered with their respective State Bar Councils as an Advocate. The exam pattern of AIBE consists of questions from various subjects of UG-level law courses.

For 5 year LLB course- Since the 5 year LLB degree is an integrated programme, students will get a consolidated "BA LLB" degree upon completing the course in five years rather than having to complete two graduation requirements—three years of graduating in any stream and another three years of law. The Bar Council of India (BCI) had set a 20-year age limit for pursuing a five-year LLB programme; however, in response to Supreme Court criticism, the age limit was first raised to 22 years and then eliminated.
For 3 year LLB course- After earning a graduation degree in any field, a student pursues a three-year course. To be qualified for a three-year LLB course in law, the student must have completed graduation in any field. The Bar Council of India (BCI) had previously set a 30-year age limit for three-year law courses.

However, in response to criticism from the Apex court, the BCI decided to raise the age limit to 45 years. Later, BCI also eliminated the 45-year age limit.

The work-life balance can affect your life, considering how your employer, career path, and individual choices are. 

Litigation, Corporate Law, and Legal Tech jobs generally have long working hours, court deadlines, and unpredictable schedules. Meanwhile, government jobs usually have structured hours and a better work-life balance.

The LLB full form is Bachelor of Legislative Law in India, but it originally abbreviates to Legum Baccalaureus in Latin, which stands for Bachelor of Laws. This means the origin of the name "Bachelor of Laws" is from the Latin language, where the term "Legum" is the plural of "Lex" (law), and "Baccalaureus" means bachelor. 

More than 800 colleges in India offer BA LLB, including government and private colleges. So, the course fee structure of every college can vary depending on the college's rating, faculty rating, placement record, etc. Though for your reference:

• Government Colleges Course Fees: INR 2,100 to INR 10 lakh
• Private Colleges Course Fees: INR 36,370 to INR 25.18 lakh 

The LLB course admissions process is same across all colleges, and candidates interested in pursuing LLB should review the information below:

• Candidates must decide the college they wish to apply to for the LLB program.
• Candidates must have completed graduation in any discipline from any recognised university. 
• For them to be qualified to pursue an LLB, their aggregate percentage in their course must have been at least 55%.
• The required minimum % for reserved category students is 45-50%
• The next step for applicants is to decide on the entrance exam that will guarantee admission to the university of their choice.
• The application form must be properly filled out,  and they must submit all paperwork and the appropriate application fee for their category.
• They must receive a decent ranking to be placed on the merit list and given admission to the college of their choice.

Depending on the colleges, BTech LLB total fees can vary from INR 14 Lacs to INR 20 lakhs. As per being a six year course, fees per year can vary from INR 2.3 Lacs to INR 3.3 Lakh.