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LLM Admission 2023: Important Dates, Admission Process, Application Form, Entrance Exams, Eligibility, Top Colleges

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March 30: Register for NSIM Mumbai, LLM Program by May 15, 2023. Apply Now!

March 04: Register for TS PGLCET 2023 Exam by April 6, 2023. Apply Now!

March 04: Register for IPU New Delhi, LLM Program by April 30, 2023. Apply Now!

February 04: Register for LSAT 2023 (June Session) by May 26, 2023. Apply Now!

January 17: Register for CNLU Patna, LLM Program by April 29, 2023. Apply Now!

December 28: Registrations for Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, LLM Program are now open. Apply Now!

December 15: Register for SVKM’s NMIMS Deemed to be University, LLM Program by August 07, 2023. Apply Now!

October 19: Registrations for Parul University, LLM Program are now open. Apply Now!

LLM Admission 2023 is done on the basis of entrance exams across most of the top colleges. Universities accept the score of all the national or university-level entrance exams that a candidate appears for. 

CLAT Application Process began on August 08, 2023, and was ongoing till November 13, 2022. CLAT 2023 was held on December 18, 2022, to offer LLM Admission 2023. AILET exam has been successfully conducted on December 11, 2022. AILET Registrations were open from September 07, 2022, to November 20, 2022. LSAT 2023 Registrations for the June session have begun and are open till May 26, 2023.

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LLM is a postgraduate Law Course of 2 years and is generally pursued in specializations such as International Law, Corporate Law, Business Law, Criminal Law, and many others, by doing extensive study and research to gain expertise in that particular area of expertise. To seek LLM Admission 2023, candidates must have completed their undergraduate law degree in either LLB/BA LLB/BBA LLB/B.Com LLB/B.Sc. LLB from a recognized college/institute/university and must have secured a minimum of 50-55% marks in their undergraduate program.

Top LLM Colleges in India: Application Deadlines

The following is the application deadline for LLM Admission 2023 in top law colleges as per the NIRF Ranking.

Top LLM Colleges Admission Criteria Application/Exam Deadlines
National Law School of India University, Bangalore CLAT August 08 – November 13, 2022
National Law University, New Delhi CLAT August 08 – November 13, 2022
Symbiosis Law School, Pune CLAT To Be Announced
Nalsar University of Law, Hyderabad CLAT August 08 – November 13, 2022
The West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences, Kolkata CLAT August 08 – November 13, 2022
IIT Kharagpur Entrance Test + PI To Be Announced
Jamia Millia Islamia JMI Law Entrance Test To Be Announced
Gujarat National Law University, Gandhinagar CLAT August 08 – November 13, 2022
National Law University, Jodhpur CLAT August 08 – November 13, 2022
Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology Entrance Exam To Be Announced
Christ University Entrance Test To Be Announced
Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, Lucknow CLAT August 08 – November 13, 2022
The Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Patiala CLAT August 08 – November 13, 2022
Army Institute of Law Mohali Merit + Counseling To Be Announced
Delhi University, Faculty of Law DU LLM To Be Announced
Institute of Law, Nirma University CLAT November 15 – December 17, 2022
CNLU Patna CLAT January 17 – April 29, 2023
Amity University CLAT January 20 – 30, 2023
Parul University Merit + Counseling Applications Open
IPU New Delhi CLAT February 23 – April 30, 2023
NSIM Mumbai CLAT + PI March 30 – May 15, 2023

LLM Admission 2023: Entrance Exam Schedule

LLM Admission 2023 is carried out based on a national, university, or state-level entrance exam Some of the LLM entrance exams in India are given in the below table.

Entrance Exam Registration Date Exam Date
CLAT August 08 – November 13, 2022 December 18, 2022
AILET September 07 - November 20, 2022 December 11, 2022
AP LAWCET April 2023 May 20, 2023
LSAT (June Session) November 10 - May 26, 2023 June 08 – 11, 2023
PU CET May - June 2023 July 2023
DU LLM May - June 2023 July 2023
TS PGLCET March 02 – April 06, 2023 May 25, 2023

LLM Admission 2023: Eligibility Criteria

To seek admission to the LLM course, candidates must fulfill the minimum eligibility criteria.

  • Candidates must qualify for LLM entrance exams to enroll for the LLM course and their desired specialization.
  • Candidates must have done their undergraduate degree from a recognized university and must have scored a minimum of 55% marks. 
  • 5% relaxation is given to reserved category students as per reservation norms set by the government.

LLM Admission 2023: Entrance Exams

Following is a list of entrance exams that are conducted to offer LLM Admission 2023. For the majority of law colleges, LLM Admission is done based on law entrance exams. Candidates can sit for any national, state, or university-level entrance exam to seek LLM Admission 2023.

National-level Entrance Exams

Below discussed are a few of the national-level entrance exams that are conducted to enroll students during the LLM admission 2023 process.

CLAT

CLAT 2023 is conducted for admission into 22 NLUs in India. CLAT exam scores are also considered the benchmark by many self-financed law colleges and universities. All the NLUs and several other Law colleges offer LLM Admission based on the candidate’s CLAT Scores.

The eligibility criteria for appearing for CLAT exams are as follows,

  • Candidates must have a 3-year LLB degree or a 3-year integrated LLB degree or an equivalent LLB degree from a recognized University.
  • Candidates must score at least 55% marks for General/ OBC/ SAP category, and 50% for SC/ST category.

LSAT 

LSAT is the Law School Admission Test. LSAT is an entrance exam which is conducted by the Pearson VUE India on behalf of the Law School Admission Council (LSAC).

  • The Eligibility Criteria is that candidates must have completed a graduation degree in law.

AILET

All India Law Entrance Test is an annual law entrance examination organized by National Law University, Delhi. It is conducted to select candidates for programmes such as B.A, LLB, LLM and Doctorate through AILET.

  • The Eligibility Criteria is candidates must hold a completed B.L or LLB graduate degree from a recognized University with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST candidates).

State-Level Entrance Exams

Some of the top state level entrance exams conducted for LLM courses are listed below,

AP LAWCET

It is directed for those candidates who are looking for affirmation in 3-year LLB and 5-year coordinated LLB undergraduate programs offered by different government and private law institutes of Andhra Pradesh.

The Eligibility Criteria for pursuing AP LAWCET is candidates must hold a completed B.L or LLB graduate degree from a recognized University with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST candidates).

AP PGLCET

AP PGLCET 2020 is an online i.e., computer-based test and it is conducted in various exam centers of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. AP PGLCET 2020 question-type will be MCQ-based.

The Eligibility Criteria for pursuing AP PGLCET is candidates must have passed LLB/BL 3/5-Year degree from a recognized university or college. 

  • Students appearing in the final year of the qualifying examination can also apply for AP PGLCET.
  • A minimum of 50% (for general) aggregate marks are required to register for AP PGLECET exam.
  • For SC/ ST category, a minimum of 45% aggregate marks is required.

TS PGLCET

  • The test has a total of 120 questions, divided into 3 parts and the duration of the test is 90 minutes. The maximum marks awarded for TS LAWCET 2023 are 120.
  • The Eligibility Criteria is candidates who possess LLB or BA LLB degree (3 or 5 years) are eligible to apply for TS PGLCET 2023.
  • Candidates who have appeared or are appearing for the LLB or BA LLB programme’s final year examinations in the same year are also eligible to take up TS PGLCET.

University-Level Entrance Exams

Following are some of the university-level entrance exams that candidates can qualify for to seek LLM Admission 2023.

DU LLM Entrance Exam

DU LLM Entrance Exam is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of Delhi University for admission into various undergraduate, postgraduate and Doctorate courses such as arts, commerce, law, engineering, science, education, etc.

  • DU LLM Entrance Exam scores are accepted by the Delhi University.
  • Eligibility Criteria is that students should clear either the 3 years or 5 years LLB degree with 50% for general, 45% for OBC, and 40% for SC/ST.

LLM Admission 2023: Preparation Tips 

Here are a few points to help you in clearing the LLM entrance exams:

  • Prepare thoroughly for the entrance exams conducted for LLM. It is advised to start preparing well in advance to have ample time for revision.
  • Solve and practice the previous year’s question papers along with the model tests which are available on the official websites of the entrance exams or on the internet.
  • Practice with mock tests and time yourself while attempting the practice papers.

LLM Admission Process 2023

To seek LLM Admission 2023, candidates can follow the given steps.

  • Register for the entrance exam on the official website.
  • Fill out the application form carefully with the necessary details.
  • Upload all the required documents.
  • Submit the application form and pay the application fee.
  • Candidates need to sit for the entrance exam on the given date as mentioned on the website and admit card.
  • After the declaration of results, institutes will release their cut-off lists. 
  • Candidates who clear and qualify for the entrance exam will be granted LLM admission in their preferred law colleges.

LLM Admission 2023: Top Colleges

Tabulated below are the lists of top ­LLM colleges and universities in India where application to LLM course in 2023 is still ongoing:

Following are some of the top LLM colleges and universities in India.

LLM Admission 2023: FAQs

Ques. What is the LLM admission process 2023?

Ans. LLM Admission is done based on a candidate’s performance in the law entrance tests such as CLAT, AILET, LSAT, etc.

Ques. What is LLM?

Ans. LLM or Masters of Legislative Laws is a recognized postgraduate degree in law that can be pursued only after completing an LLB degree.

Ques. Is one year LLM valid in India?

Ans. No, the one-year LLM has been scrapped by the Bar Council of India. Candidates can only seek admission to the 2-year LLM course.

Ques. Which subjects are there in LLM?

Ans. Law and social transformation in India, Constitutionalism, Judicial process, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Intellectual Property Rights, etc,

Ques. Can I seek LLM Admission 2023 without doing an LLB?

Ans. No, it wouldn’t be possible for a student to seek LLM admission if a candidate does not have a Bachelor’s degree in Law, as it provides them a background to be able to carry their advanced studies at the master's level. 

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Answered Questions

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Anurag Bindra

13 Oct 21

As most of these LLM graduates start off on the academic side of things, the pay grade is equivalent to that mandated by the UGC for all institutions in all states. You can get a job role for an Assistant Professor or the likes. 

However, this does not stand true for Private Institutes that hire LLM graduates. They most times than not, do not pay more than the government institutes. But it all depends on your personal choice and the kind of work environment you would like to be in. 

You can always consult with the immediate batches to understand the current standings on the placement front. Connect with them one-to-one and you might get a better and clearer idea of what to expect. 

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Nikhil Kankaria

03 Nov 20

Parul University is one of the prestigious universities in western Gujarat providing major courses in the educational domain. It provides multidisciplinary courses that allow an individual to explore every aspect of practical courses provided.

Masters in Law is one such program offered by the university to bring in more interest in various streams of law. It proves to give them an open forum for expressing opinions and learning at the same time. The details are as follows:

Admission

  • The university provides this course at INR 30000.
  • It is a one year course and it accepts online application modes.
  • The specializations offered are Criminal & Security Law, Environmental Law, Public Policy & Governance, Human Rights, Intellectual Rights, and International Law.

Eligibility

  • The candidate must have cleared 3 year LLB Programme after graduation or a 5-year Integrated Law Degree.

Facilities

  • Moot court facilities to nurture the practicality of the course.
  • Legal Aid Clinic has been created to provide legal benefits to underprivileged classes.
  • Interactive sessions with high court and supreme court judges.

The university provides quite a large number of opportunities to its individuals to experience global options as well. The primary placements made are for the role:

  • Public Prosecutor
  • Company Secretary
  • Attorney General
  • Arbitrator

Parul University can surely be a good option provided you are ready to align your goals with that of college. It has a track record of giving good placements in the field of law as it tries to facilitate a comprehensive understanding of the courses offered. 

It gives them the option to explore parliamentary debates and contests while strategically imparting the needed practical acumen to the students. It’s definitely a worth course as it is affordable but it is from a top-notch institute.

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Pravin Gaurav

01 Feb 21

Azim Premji university is a private, non-profit institution with affiliation from UGC. It offers BA, MA, L.L.M, B.Sc. courses. A relative of mine who has been studying there has recommended the Institute based on its eligibility criteria, good placements and campus life. 

Admission and eligibility criteria -

To be eligible for admission, students are expected to have passed LLB courses of 3 year or 5 year duration followed by a written test and interview.

  • The L.L.M course at Azim Premji university is lucrative for its course structure, which sets it apart from others. 
  • A very significant part of the curriculum is the fieldwork component, which is a unique feature of APU. The fieldwork element plays a crucial role in providing a different perspective of the law, which students would have studied in theory.
  • The typical structure of exams is also absent from the LLM course at APU. Instead, response papers are given to students with a deadline of 24 hours for submission of the paper.

This new approach to the exam system at APU, helps the student to be more attentive towards the course curriculum, ensuring long term retention of the knowledge gained.The faculty of APU has been vouched for as one of the best, by many former students of the university, even considered better than other law schools of repute.

Overall, APU is a very good university to do your LLM from. Everything at the university starting from campus life to placements will surely meet up to your expectations. This distinctive aspect of APU, makes it a different and a much better alternative to other universities following the traditional approach and also the National Law University(NLU).

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