LLB (Bachelor Of Law)

Duration: 3 Years (6 Semesters)
Eligibility: Graduation (any stream — Arts/Commerce/Science)
Course Type: Undergraduate Law Degree (Professional)
Field: Law, Legal Studies, Judiciary, Corporate Law, Advocacy

Objective

To provide professional legal education to graduates from any field, developing a thorough understanding of the Indian legal system, legal reasoning, and litigation — preparing students to become lawyers, legal advisors, judges, corporate counsels, or pursue higher studies like LLM.

Eligibility & Admission

Eligibility Criteria

Completed a Bachelor’s degree (any stream) from a recognized university
Minimum 45–50% aggregate marks (varies by institute and category)
Good communication, analytical, and critical thinking skills preferred

Admission Process

Entrance Exam Based:
- LSAT India
- DU LLB Entrance Exam
- BHU LLB, MH CET Law (3-year)
- State-level or university-specific tests
Direct Admission: In some private colleges based on graduation marks
Counselling & Seat Allotment: Based on entrance rank and preferences

Curriculum & Subjects

Core Law Subjects

Constitutional Law
Indian Penal Code (IPC)
Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC)
Civil Procedure Code (CPC)
Law of Contracts
Law of Torts
Family Law
Property Law
Company Law
Administrative Law
Labour & Industrial Law
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
Environmental Law
International Law
Legal Drafting & Interpretation

Practical Training

Moot court practice & mock trials
Legal aid clinic work
Drafting of legal documents and pleadings
Court visits and case observations
Internships with advocates, law firms, corporate legal teams, NGOs, and government departments
Legal research projects & seminars

Skills You Develop

Legal reasoning and analytical skills
In-depth understanding of laws and judicial systems
Legal drafting, documentation, and research
Advocacy, public speaking, and argumentation
Negotiation and conflict resolution
Critical thinking, ethics, and decision-making
Time management and professional discipline

Career Pathways

Legal Practice

Advocate / Lawyer (after enrolling in State Bar Council)
Legal Consultant / Legal Advisor
Corporate Counsel in companies
Legal Analyst

Judiciary & Government

Judicial Services (Judge / Magistrate through State Judicial Service Exam)
Government Legal Officer / Public Prosecutor
Legal Officer in PSUs and ministries

Other Sectors

NGOs, Human Rights Organizations, Legal Aid Societies
Law Firms and Litigation Chambers
Legal Journalism / Legal Editing
Legal Academics / Teaching (after LLM + NET)

Future Opportunities & Higher Studies

Postgraduate Courses

LLM (Master of Laws) — specialization in Corporate Law, IPR, Criminal Law, Constitutional Law, etc.
MBA (Legal Management, Business Law)
Postgraduate Diploma in Cyber Law / IPR / International Law
Master’s in Public Policy / International Relations

Competitive Exams

Judiciary (State Judicial Service Exam)
UPSC Civil Services
UGC NET (for lectureship)
GRE + IELTS/TOEFL (for LLM abroad)

International Opportunities

LLM or Masters in International Law / Human Rights abroad
Legal consultant roles in global law firms, NGOs, and corporate legal departments

Salary & Top Recruiters

Salary Range

Entry-Level: ₹3–6 LPA
Mid-Level (3–5 yrs): ₹8–15 LPA
Senior-Level (10+ yrs): ₹20–40+ LPA (as senior advocates / legal heads)

Top Recruiters

Law Firms: AZB & Partners, Khaitan & Co., Trilegal, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas
Corporate Legal Teams: TCS, Infosys, Reliance, ICICI, HDFC
Government: Courts, Legal Services Authorities, PSUs, Ministries
NGOs & International Organizations: UN, Amnesty, Human Rights Watch

Who Should Choose LLB?

Graduates who want to build a career in law, advocacy, or judiciary
Strong interest in legal systems, justice, and governance
Good at analysis, argumentation, and communication
Aspire to become lawyers, judges, legal advisors, or policy experts