What is LLB?
LLB (Bachelor of Legislative Law) is a undergraduate (professional) degree of 3 Years (after graduation) / 5 Years (BA LLB / BBA LLB integrated — after Class 12) duration. It is one of India's most sought-after professional qualifications in the Litigation sector.
| Duration | 3 Years (after graduation) / 5 Years (BA LLB / BBA LLB integrated — after Class 12) |
| Level | Undergraduate (Professional) |
| Entrance Exam | CLAT / AILET / LSAT India / MH CET Law |
| Eligibility | Class 12 (5-year): 45% aggregate. Graduation (3-year): 45% in any stream |
| Average Salary | ₹4–12 LPA |
| Top Salary | ₹40+ LPA (litigation, corporate law) |
| Career Scope | Litigation, Corporate Law, Legal Advisory, Judiciary, Civil Services, LLM |
Top Colleges for LLB in India
| College | City | Entrance | Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| NLSIU Bangalore | Bengaluru | CLAT | ₹2.94L/yr |
| NALSAR Hyderabad | Hyderabad | CLAT | ₹1.5L/yr |
| NLU Delhi | New Delhi | AILET | ₹1.67L/yr |
| WBNUJS Kolkata | Kolkata | CLAT | ₹85,000/yr |
| NLU Jodhpur | Jodhpur | CLAT | ₹1.6L/yr |
| Symbiosis Law School Pune | Pune | SLAT | ₹3.2L/yr |
LLB Specialisations & Salary
| Specialisation | Career Scope | Avg. Salary |
|---|---|---|
| BA LLB (5-Year) | Integrated Arts + Law — most popular | ₹5–20 LPA |
| BBA LLB (5-Year) | Business + Law — Corporate Law focus | ₹8–25 LPA |
| BCom LLB (5-Year) | Commerce + Law — Tax, Finance Law | ₹6–20 LPA |
| BSc LLB (5-Year) | Science + Law — IP, Tech Law | ₹6–18 LPA |
| LLB 3-Year | After graduation — seasoned professionals | ₹4–15 LPA |
| LLM (Master of Law) | Specialised PG Law — ₹6–25 LPA after | ₹8–30 LPA |
Career Options After LLB
| Role | Salary Range | Top Employers |
|---|---|---|
| Advocate (Litigation) | ₹3–40 LPA | District Courts, High Courts, Supreme Court |
| Corporate Lawyer / Legal Counsel | ₹8–30 LPA | Law firms, Corporates, MNCs |
| Judicial Services (PCS J) | ₹8–16 LPA | District Judge, Civil Judge (State PSC) |
| Legal Analyst / Researcher | ₹5–12 LPA | Law firms, Think tanks, NGOs |
| UPSC (Civil Services) | ₹8–18 LPA | IAS, IPS, IFS — LLB eligible |
| LLM / Bar Council UK/USA | Higher Education | LLM Abroad, Foreign Bar exams |
FAQs — LLB
What is CLAT and how to prepare for it?+
CLAT (Common Law Admission Test) is the centralized entrance exam for admission to 24 National Law Universities (NLUs) in India. It tests English, Current Affairs, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Techniques. CLAT 2026-27 was held in December 2024 for 5-year integrated LLB programs.
Which is better — 3-year LLB or 5-year BA LLB?+
For students entering law after Class 12, 5-year integrated BA LLB / BBA LLB programs at NLUs are preferred — they provide a holistic education and better placement networks. 3-year LLB suits working professionals or graduates wanting to add a law qualification.
What is the salary of a lawyer in India?+
Lawyers' salaries vary widely. Fresh law graduates at top law firms earn ₹8–15 LPA. Senior lawyers / Partners at large firms earn ₹30–80 LPA. Litigating advocates in Supreme Court / High Courts can earn crores per case. Corporate legal counsels at MNCs earn ₹15–40 LPA.