Law can be studied straight after Class 12 through a five-year integrated programme, or after graduation through a three-year LLB. Here is how admissions work for the integrated route.
Integrated programmes
- BA LLB — law combined with arts and social sciences.
- BBA LLB — law combined with business and management.
- BCom LLB, BSc LLB — offered by some institutions.
After graduation, the three-year LLB is the alternative route.
Entrance routes
- CLAT — conducted by the Consortium of National Law Universities for admission to participating NLUs. Many private universities also accept CLAT scores.
- AILET — conducted by National Law University Delhi for its own programmes.
- Institutional tests — several private law schools run their own entrance tests or admit on merit.
- State tests and CUET-UG — some state and central universities use these.
BCI approval
The Bar Council of India approves institutions to offer law degrees. A law degree from an unapproved institution or course may not allow you to enrol as an advocate. Check BCI approval for the institution and programme. Read how to verify a college's approval.
Choosing a law school
- Moot court culture, legal aid clinics and internships.
- Faculty and library resources.
- Placement and litigation/judiciary preparation support.
- Total cost and scholarships.
BA LLB or BBA LLB?
Choose BA LLB if you are drawn to constitutional law, litigation, policy or judiciary; BBA LLB if you see yourself in corporate law, transactions or compliance. Both lead to the same professional qualification.
Browse private law colleges or read the BA LLB management quota guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is CLAT required for private law colleges?
Is BBA LLB as good as BA LLB?
How do I check if a law college is approved?
Official sources
Rules change each cycle. Check the current notice on these sites before you act.
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Written by AdmitDirect Editorial. Admission rules, fees and seat availability change every cycle; always confirm with the institution and the official counselling authority.