{"id":7557,"date":"2025-02-02T11:58:35","date_gmt":"2025-02-02T11:58:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawpreptutorial.com\/?p=7557"},"modified":"2026-04-11T12:39:38","modified_gmt":"2026-04-11T12:39:38","slug":"how-to-study-law-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawpreptutorial.com\/blog\/how-to-study-law-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Study Law in India? Full Guide 2026-27"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Studying law in India is a popular career choice for students interested in the legal field. Whether you want to become a lawyer, judge, or legal advisor, understanding the steps involved in how to study law in India is essential. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From selecting the right law course to preparing for entrance exams and choosing a good law college, each step requires careful consideration. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This guide will cover everything you need to know about law study in India, including the eligibility criteria, courses available, and career options, helping you make informed decisions on your legal education journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Types of Law Courses in India<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are different types of courses to study law in India:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Law Course<\/strong><\/td>Description<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
5-Year Integrated LLB<\/td>A combined undergraduate and law degree, pursued after 12th grade. Popular courses include BA LLB, BBA LLB, and BCom LLB.<\/td><\/tr>
3-Year LLB<\/td>A standalone law degree pursued after completing a bachelor’s degree in any discipline.<\/td><\/tr>
LLM (Master of Laws)<\/td>A postgraduate law degree pursued after completing an LLB, usually for specialization in a particular field of law.<\/td><\/tr>
Diploma in Law<\/td>Short-term courses (usually 1 year) focused on specific legal fields like Cyber Law, Taxation Law, and Corporate Law.<\/td><\/tr>
Certificate Courses in Law<\/td>Short courses (usually a few months) offering basic knowledge in specific legal areas like Human Rights Law or Intellectual Property Law.<\/td><\/tr>
PhD in Law<\/td>A research-focused degree for those interested in academic or legal research careers.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Checkout: 3 Year LLB vs 5 Year LLB<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Eligibility to Study Law in India<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Below is the eligibility criteria to study law in India:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Law Program<\/strong><\/td>Educational Qualification<\/strong><\/td>Minimum Marks Requirement<\/strong><\/td>Age Limit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
5-Year Integrated LLB Program<\/td>12th (10+2) from a recognized board<\/td>45% (General), 40% (SC\/ST)<\/td>No upper age limit <\/td><\/tr>
3-Year LLB Program<\/td>Bachelor\u2019s degree (in any discipline) from a recognized university<\/td>45% (General), 40% (SC\/ST)<\/td>No upper age limit<\/td><\/tr>
LLM (Master of Laws)<\/td>3-year or 5-year LLB degree from a recognized university<\/td>50% (General), 45% (SC\/ST)<\/td>No upper age limit<\/td><\/tr>
Diploma\/Certificate Courses<\/td>Completion of 12th grade or graduation (depending on course)<\/td>Varies by course<\/td>No age limit<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Read: How is Law As Career in India?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Law Entrance Exams to Study Law in India<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Know about the top law entrance exams in India<\/a><\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. National-Level Exams<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Exam Name<\/strong><\/td>Conducted By<\/strong><\/td>Programs Covered<\/strong><\/td>Key Features<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
CLAT<\/strong><\/a><\/td>Consortium of NLUs<\/td>5-year B.A. LL.B.LL.M.<\/td>Gateway to 24 NLUs and other top law schools in India<\/td><\/tr>
AILET<\/a><\/strong><\/td>NLU Delhi<\/a><\/strong><\/td>5-year B.A. LL.B.LL.M. Ph.D.<\/td>Exclusive entrance for NLU Delhi. <\/td><\/tr>
LSAT India<\/td>LSAC Global<\/td>5-year B.A. LL.B.3-year LLBLL.M.<\/td>Accepted by top private law colleges in India, like BITS Law School, Alliance University, Jindal Global Law School, Manipal University, and more.<\/td><\/tr>
SLAT<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Symbiosis International University<\/td>5-year B.A. LL.B. B.B.A. LL.B.<\/td>Entrance for Symbiosis Law Schools in Pune, Noida, Nagpur and Hyderabad.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Checkout: List of NLUs in India<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

2. State-Level Exams<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Exam Name<\/strong><\/td>Conducted By<\/strong><\/td>Programs Covered<\/strong><\/td>Key Features<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
MH CET Law<\/td>Maharashtra State CET Cell<\/td>3-year LLB5-year B.A. LL.B.<\/td>State-level exam for admission to top law colleges across Maharashtra.<\/td><\/tr>
AP LAWCET<\/td>Sri Krishnadevaraya University<\/td>3-year LLB5-year B.A. LL.B.<\/td>Admission to top law colleges in Andhra Pradesh.<\/td><\/tr>
TS LAWCET<\/td>Osmania University<\/td>3-year LLB5-year B.A. LL.B.<\/td>Admission to top law colleges in Telangana.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

3. University-Specific Law Entrance Exams<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Exam Name<\/strong><\/td>Conducted By<\/strong><\/td>Programs Covered<\/strong><\/td>Key Features<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
AIL LET <\/td>Army Institute of Law, Mohali<\/td>5-year B.A. LL.B.<\/td>Primarily for children of army personnel.<\/td><\/tr>
DU LLB Entrance<\/td>Delhi University<\/td>3-year LLB<\/td>Admission to the 3-year LLB program at DU\u2019s Faculty of Law.<\/td><\/tr>
BHU UET <\/td>Banaras Hindu University<\/td>5-year B.A. LL.B.3-year LLB<\/td>Entrance for BHU\u2019s integrated and 3-year law programs.<\/td><\/tr>
IPU CET <\/td>Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University<\/td>5-year B.A. LL.B.3-year LLB<\/td>Entrance for law programs at GGSIPU, including integrated and 3-year courses.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Explore the Best Law Colleges in India<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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Best Colleges in India to Study Law<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Below is the full list of 40 best law colleges of India:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rank<\/strong><\/td>College\/University<\/strong><\/td>Location<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
1<\/td>National Law School of India University (NLSIU)<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Bengaluru, Karnataka<\/td><\/tr>
2<\/td>National Law University (NLU)<\/a><\/strong><\/td>New Delhi, Delhi<\/td><\/tr>
3<\/td>NALSAR University of Law<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Hyderabad, Telangana<\/td><\/tr>
4<\/td>The West Bengal National University of Juridicial Sciences<\/strong><\/a><\/td>Kolkata, West Bengal<\/td><\/tr>
5<\/td>Symbiosis Law School Pune<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Pune, Maharashtra<\/td><\/tr>
6<\/td>Jamia Millia Islamia<\/td>New Delhi, Delhi<\/td><\/tr>
7<\/td>Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur<\/td>Kharagpur, West Bengal<\/td><\/tr>
8<\/td>Gujarat National Law University<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Gandhinagar, Gujarat<\/td><\/tr>
9<\/td>Siksha O Anusandhan<\/td>Bhubaneswar, Odisha<\/td><\/tr>
10<\/td>Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University<\/td>Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh<\/td><\/tr>
11<\/td>Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology<\/td>Bhubaneswar, Odisha<\/td><\/tr>
12<\/td>Aligarh Muslim University<\/td>Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh<\/td><\/tr>
13<\/td>Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences<\/td>Chennai, Tamil Nadu<\/td><\/tr>
14<\/td>Shanmugha Arts Science Technology & Research Academy<\/td>Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu<\/td><\/tr>
15<\/td>Christ University<\/td>Bengaluru, Karnataka<\/td><\/tr>
16<\/td>Dr. B. R. Ambedkar College of Law<\/td>Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh<\/td><\/tr>
17<\/td>Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University<\/td>New Delhi<\/td><\/tr>
18<\/td>Alliance University<\/td>Bengaluru, Karnataka<\/td><\/tr>
19<\/td>Lovely Professional University<\/td>Phagwara, Punjab<\/td><\/tr>
20<\/td>Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University (RMLNLU)<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh<\/td><\/tr>
21<\/td>National Law Institute University (NLIU)<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh<\/td><\/tr>
22<\/td>National University of Study & Research in Law<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Ranchi, Jharkhand<\/td><\/tr>
23<\/td>University of Lucknow<\/td>Lucknow, UP<\/td><\/tr>
24<\/td>Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL)<\/td>Patiala, Punjab<\/td><\/tr>
25<\/td>Banaras Hindu University<\/td>Varanasi, UP<\/td><\/tr>
26<\/td>National Law University (NLU)<\/td>Cuttack, Odisha<\/td><\/tr>
27<\/td>National Law University and Judicial Academy<\/td>Kamrup, Assam<\/td><\/tr>
28<\/td>UPES<\/td>Dehradun, Uttarakhand<\/td><\/tr>
29<\/td>Manipal University<\/td>Jaipur, Rajasthan<\/td><\/tr>
30<\/td>Army Institute of Law<\/td>Mohali, Punjab<\/td><\/tr>
31<\/td>Maharashtra National Law University Mumbai<\/td>Mumbai, Maharashtra<\/td><\/tr>
32<\/td>Chanakya National Law University<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Patna, Bihar<\/td><\/tr>
33<\/td>Amity University, Haryana<\/td>Gurugram, Haryana<\/td><\/tr>
34<\/td>Maharashtra National Law University, Nagpur<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Nagpur, Maharashtra<\/td><\/tr>
35<\/td>Indian Law Institute<\/td>New Delhi, Delhi<\/td><\/tr>
36<\/td>ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education, Hyderabad<\/td>Hyderabad, Telangana<\/td><\/tr>
37<\/td>Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management<\/td>Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh<\/td><\/tr>
38<\/td>National University of Advanced Legal Studies (NUALS)<\/td>Kochi, Kerala<\/td><\/tr>
39<\/td>Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University<\/td>Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh<\/td><\/tr>
40<\/td>Amity University<\/td>North Twenty Four Parganas, West Bengal<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Discover: Best Law Colleges in Rajasthan<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Structure of Law Courses in India<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Details<\/strong><\/td>5-Year Integrated LLB<\/strong><\/td>3-Year LLB<\/strong><\/td>LLM (Master of Laws)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Duration<\/td>5 years<\/td>3 years<\/td>1-2 years<\/td><\/tr>
Eligibility<\/td>After 12th (10+2)<\/td>Graduation in any discipline<\/td>LLB (3 or 5 years)<\/td><\/tr>
Core Subjects<\/td>– Constitutional Law
– Criminal Law
– Contract Law
– Family Law
– Property Law
– Tort Law<\/td>		– Jurisprudence
– Law of Contracts
– Administrative Law
– Criminal Law
– Family Law
– Environmental Law<\/td>		– Specialization in areas like Corporate Law, Criminal Law, Constitutional Law
– Research Methodology<\/td><\/tr>
Electives<\/td>– Intellectual Property Law
– Cyber Law
– International Law
– Human Rights Law<\/td>		– Corporate Law
– Cyber Law
– Labour Law
– Taxation Law<\/td>		– Electives vary by specialization<\/td><\/tr>
Practical Components<\/td>– Moot Courts
– Internships
– Client Counseling
– Court Visits<\/td>		– Moot Courts
– Internships
– Court Visits<\/td>		– Research Papers
– Internships
– Seminars<\/td><\/tr>
Examinations<\/td>Semester exams, moot court participation, internships, dissertation<\/td>Semester exams, internships, research projects<\/td>Dissertation, research projects, exams<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Checkout: How to Prepare for Moot Court?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Skills Required to Succeed in Law Studies<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n