Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Laws [B.A.L.L.B.] is a dual degree professional course in administrative law.  Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Laws [B.A.L.L.B.] is a five year long course. Having passed 10+2 or equivalent exam from a recognized board with a recommended minimum of 50% on aggregate, a candidate may apply for this course. Admission to most of the law schools/universities is done through national level or university level entrance test.

The tuition fee for Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Laws [B.A.L.L.B.] ranges from INR 1 lakhs to INR 10 lakhs depending on colleges. Also there are some colleges which offer this course at a minimal fee like Singhad Law College Pune offers entire course in just 90000 rupees.

Usually, candidates can seek an entry to this course through entrance exams. At some institutes, direct admissions are also taken. The entrance mode in this course is entrance test. The tests for admission are held on all India level as well as state.

This professional course covers Art subjects like History, Economics, Sociology etc. as well as specialized law fields such as Tax Laws, Criminal Laws and Corporate Laws etc.

B.A.L.L.B. graduates enjoy a widespread demand. They can be employed in both state and central government agencies or they can work for a private law firm. They can also practice as a lawyer independently. Average earnings of BALLB graduates ranges between 3 to 5 lpa.

Duration

The duration of Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Laws [B.A.L.L.B.] is five years on integrated basis. Fisrt three years are devoted to Bachelor of Arts courses and last two years are focused on law courses.

What is Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Laws [B.A.L.L.B.]?

B.A.L.L.B. is a course which integrates Arts with Law. It covers subjects related to Arts field such as Economics, History, Sociology and Political Science etc. alongside specialized fields of law like Criminal Law, Corporate Law, Patent Law, Administrative Law, Tax Law, International Law and Labor Law. This course goes beyond the tedious classroom learning. The time spent during this course is made interesting by constantly organizing the case studies and mock court drills alongside theoretical lectures. It is a course where focus is on developing skills that will help the students to tackle any kind of legal problem they may face in the future. The objective of this course is to equip the students with expert knowledge and unique perspective on it. It enables the students to think critically in a creative way and come up with innovative ideas to tackle the aforesaid legal issues.

Who should opt for B.A.L.L.B.?

B.A.L.L.B. is meant for candidates who are suitable for concise writing, verbal questioning and complex information interpretation. The aspirants having strong evaluation and analytical skills can be a good fit for this course. The students who dream of make a career in law and contribute towards society can take this course and fulfill their dream. B.A.L.L.B. calls for the candidates with attention to detail, reasoning and critical judgment skills. The students having an ability to draft formal documents with precision are perfect for this course. This course is made for the students who are able to formulate sound arguments, can think laterally and possess problem solving skills.

Where to Study?

The top colleges offering Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Laws [B.A.L.L.B.] are:

• Symbiosis Law School, Pune
• Indian Law Society Law College, Pune
• Sighad Law College, Pune
• National Law University, Delhi
• Faculty of Law, Osmania University
• Faculty of Law, University of Calcutta

Academic Options after Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Laws [B.A.L.L.B.]

After completion of Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Laws [B.A.L.L.B.], the students can go for further qualification in law field.

Master of Legislative Law (LLM) offered by University of Mumbai, University of Delhi, NLSIU Bangalore and NALSAR Hyderabad can be pursued by law graduates who wish to study further. 

1. An applicant who has successfully completed Senior Secondary School Course (‘+2’) or equivalent such as 11+1, ‘A’level in Senior School Leaving certificate course) from a recognised University of India or utside or from a Senior Secondary Board or equivalent, constituted or recognised by the Union or by State Government or from any equivalent institution from a foreign country recognised by the Government of that country for the purpose of issue of qualifying certificate on successful completion of the course, may apply for and be admitted into the programme of the Centres of Legal Education to obtain the integrated degree in law with a degree in any other subject as the first degree from the University whose such a degree in law is recognised by the Bar Council of India for the purpose of enrolment.
2. Provided that applicants who have obtained +2 Higher Secondary Pass Certificate or First Degree certificate after prosecuting studies in distance or correspondence method shall also be considered for eligible for admission in the integrated Five Years or three Years LL.B Course, as the case may be.
3. Explanation : The applicants who have obtained 10+2 or graduation / post-graduation through open universities system directly without having any basic qualification for prosecuting such studies are not eligible for admission in the law courses.