What is LLB?
The three-year LLB is the classic route into law for graduates. You study the core of Indian law: the Constitution, contracts, torts, crimes, property, family law, evidence, civil and criminal procedure, and company law, along with compulsory practical papers on drafting, moot courts and professional ethics.
Because students already have a first degree, many bring useful background. An engineer may move into patents, a commerce graduate into tax, and a humanities graduate into litigation or policy. Many colleges also run evening or morning shifts, though BCI requires regular attendance.
How it differs from close alternatives: the five-year BA LLB is taken straight after Class 12 and is offered mainly at NLUs and integrated law schools. The LLB covers the same core law papers in three years without the arts subjects. Both lead to the same right to practise. LLB is different from LLM, which is the master's degree in law.
Who is this course for?
- Graduates of any stream who have decided on law later
- Engineering or science graduates aiming at patent and IP law
- Commerce graduates and CAs interested in tax or corporate law
- Working people planning a career change into litigation or compliance
- Aspirants for judicial services and legal roles in government
- People who enjoy reading, reasoning and debating
What you study
- Year 1
- Constitutional Law
- Law of Contract
- Law of Torts
- Family Law
- Criminal Law (Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita)
- Legal Methods
- Year 2
- Property Law
- Jurisprudence
- Administrative Law
- Company Law
- Labour and Industrial Law
- Environmental Law
- Year 3
- Civil Procedure Code and Limitation
- Criminal Procedure (BNSS)
- Law of Evidence (BSA)
- Drafting, Pleading and Conveyancing
- Professional Ethics and Bar–Bench Relations
- Moot Court and Internship
Specialisations and electives
Litigation and Trial AdvocacyCorporate and Commercial LawIntellectual Property and Patent LawTaxation LawCriminal LawCyber and Data Protection LawLabour and Employment LawBanking and Insolvency Law
Eligibility & admission
- A bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university (some colleges also accept a master's degree).
- BCI minimum: 45% for general, 42% for OBC and 40% for SC/ST candidates in the qualifying degree; colleges may set higher cut-offs.
- Final-year students can usually apply and must show the result at admission.
- No upper age limit is being applied at present; BCI's earlier age caps are not in force.
- No lateral entry; the full three-year course must be completed with regular attendance.
How admission works
- Finish (or be in the final year of) your bachelor's degree
- Register for the test your target college uses: CUET-PG for Delhi University and BHU, MH CET Law for Maharashtra, LAWCET in Telangana/Andhra Pradesh
- Take the entrance test or apply on merit where admission is based on graduation marks
- Join centralised counselling or the university's merit list and choose colleges
- Pay the fee and verify documents (degree, marksheets, category and migration certificates)
Entrance exams
CUET-PGfor 3-year LLB at Delhi University's Faculty of Law and BHU
MH CET Law (3-year)by the Maharashtra State CET Cell for GLC Mumbai, ILS Pune and others
TS LAWCET / AP LAWCETfor law colleges in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh
SLATSymbiosis Law Admission Test for Symbiosis law schools
University / institute testse.g. IIT Kharagpur's law school and private universities run their own process
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Top colleges for LLB
| College | City | Why it stands out |
|---|
| Faculty of Law, University of Delhi | New Delhi | Campus Law Centre, Law Centre I and II; via CUET-PG |
| Faculty of Law, Banaras Hindu University | Varanasi | Central university; via CUET-PG |
| Rajiv Gandhi School of IP Law, IIT Kharagpur | Kharagpur | LLB for science/engineering graduates; IIT Kharagpur is NIRF 2025 Law rank 6 |
| Government Law College | Mumbai | Historic government college; via MH CET Law |
| ILS Law College | Pune | Well-known private-aided college; via MH CET Law |
| Symbiosis Law School | Pune | Private; NIRF 2025 Law rank 7 |
| Faculty of Law, Aligarh Muslim University | Aligarh | Central university; AMU is NIRF 2025 Law rank 9 |
| Department of Laws, Panjab University | Chandigarh | Popular state-funded university option |
Ranks are from the NIRF 2025 India Rankings where shown. Check each college’s official website for this year’s seats, fees and cut-offs.
Careers & salary
AdvocatePractises in district courts, High Courts and tribunals after enrolment and AIBE.
Corporate lawyerDrafts contracts and advises on deals and compliance at law firms or companies.
Civil judgeJoins the subordinate judiciary through a state judicial services exam.
Patent agent / IP attorneyFiles and defends patents and trademarks; suits science and engineering graduates.
Legal officer in banks and PSUsHandles recovery, contracts and litigation for public and private banks and PSUs.
Tax consultantAdvises on GST and income tax disputes, often alongside CAs.
Compliance officerMakes sure companies follow SEBI, RBI and other regulatory rules.
Top recruiters & sectors
Corporate law firms (Khaitan & Co, Trilegal, JSA and others)Public and private sector banksPublic sector undertakingsBig Four firms (tax and regulatory)Insurance companiesIT and pharma companies (IP and contracts)State judicial servicesLegal process outsourcing firmsGovernment legal departmentsSenior advocates' chambers
Salary
Most LLB graduates start at about ₹3–7 LPA (approx.) in firms, companies or bank legal roles. Those who join leading corporate firms or have a strong technical background for IP work can start at ₹8–15 LPA (approx.). Litigation often begins with a small stipend under a senior advocate.
With 8–10 years of experience, corporate and in-house lawyers commonly earn ₹15–40 LPA, and successful litigators can earn much more. Your college, internships, first degree and city all change the numbers. Figures vary; check current placement reports.
Scope & higher studies
In 2026 Indian businesses need more legal help with contracts, insolvency, data protection, GST and regulatory compliance, and courts continue to face large case backlogs. The rollout of the new criminal laws has also created demand for lawyers trained in the updated codes.
Graduates who pair the LLB with a technical or commerce background, or who specialise in IP, tax or technology law, tend to have a clear edge. Litigation rewards patience; corporate and in-house roles reward specialisation and strong drafting skills.
After this course
- LLM via CLAT-PG, AILET-PG or CUET-PG
- LLM abroad (UK, USA, Singapore)
- Judicial services exams
- Patent agent examination
- Company Secretary (CS) or MBA
- PhD in law
LLB FAQs
Can I do LLB after B.Tech or B.Sc?
Yes. Any graduate can join a 3-year LLB. Engineering and science graduates are especially valued in patent and IP law.
What is the minimum percentage for LLB?
BCI rules set 45% for general, 42% for OBC and 40% for SC/ST in graduation. Many colleges ask for more, so check each prospectus.
Is there an age limit for 3-year LLB?
No upper age limit is applied at present. Working professionals also join, but BCI requires regular attendance.
Is a distance or online LLB valid for practice?
No. The Bar Council of India does not allow distance or online LLB degrees for enrolment as an advocate. Choose a regular, BCI-approved college.
How is LLB different from LLM?
LLB is the first law degree that qualifies you to practise. LLM is a master's degree taken after LLB for specialisation, teaching or research.
Which exam is needed for LLB at Delhi University?
Delhi University admits students to its 3-year LLB through CUET-PG scores. Check the DU admission bulletin each year for paper codes and dates.
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