Law Colleges in Chennai 2026: Courses, Fees, Admissions, Cutoff, Placements

Yes, there are many private Law universities in Chennai. Some of them are mentioned below along with their tuition fees and accepted entrance exam/eligibility criteria:

College Name	Tuition Fee	Eligibility/Exams
Vel Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences	INR 1.6 lakh - INR 8.75 lakh	Merit-Based
Amity University Online	INR 20,000 - INR 60,000	Merit-Based
Institute of Distance Education University of Madras	INR 6,400 - INR 11,400	Merit-Based
Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R and D Institute of Science and Technology	INR 6 lakh	CLAT
VELS School of Law, VELS Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies	INR 1.2 lakh- INR 10 lakh	VEE

Source: Official site and may vary.

Joining the top Law colleges in Chennai can be good for your career. Ideally, check the the fee and the salary to see which one is right for you.

	Tuition Fee	Annual Median Package
Bharath Institute of Law, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research	INR 4 Lacs - INR 7.5 lakh	INR 4 LPA - INR 12.15 LPA
Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute	INR 3.5 lakh	INR 9 LPA - INR 12 LPA
Chettinad School of Law	INR 1 Lacs - INR 10 lakh	INR 2.3 LPA - INR 11.25 LPA
Tamil Nadu Dr Ambedkar Law University	INR 40,000 - INR 2.1 lakh	INR 6.5 LPA - INR 8.5 LPA
SRM Institute of Science and Technology	INR 85,000 - INR 10 lakh	INR 2.75 LPA - INR 6.5 LPA

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website/ media reports/ NIRF website and may vary.

There are about 9 best Law colleges in Chennai accepting CLAT score. Check the table below for the top colleges with fees -

Top Colleges	Tuition Fee
VIT School of Law, Chennai	INR 1 Lacs - INR 10 lakh
SRM School of Law, Kattankulathur	INR 12.5 lakh
Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science	INR 10.15 lakh
SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur	INR 12.5 lakh
Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R and D Institute of Science and Technology	INR 7.25 lakh

Source: Official site and may vary.

Hi, SIMTS Chennai ranked as the top Law college in Chennai followed by SRM IST college. Listed below are the top Law colleges in Chennai according to NIRF 2025:

College Name	NIRF 2023	NRF 2024	NIRF 2025
Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences Ranking	11	13	19
S.R.M. Institute of Science and Technology Ranking	NA	NA	25

Source: Official site and may vary.

MBBS-The institute has a well-established reputation for producing successful doctors through its MBBS program. Through its affiliated tertiary care hospital, it offers considerable clinical experience. A curriculum based on credits and problem-based learning is used in the MBBS program.
BDS-Saveetha is regarded as having one of the top dental programs in the nation. Improved practical knowledge in dentistry is the aim of the BDS program. It provides training in cutting-edge dental procedures and has highly skilled faculty.
MDS: The Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) programme at Saveetha Institute is highly esteemed. Modern dentistry equipment and MDS instrumentation labs are available at the institute.
Bachelor of Technology Biotechnology: This school also boasts a well regarded biotechnology engineering department. Industrial process engineering and genetic engineering are the main topics of study.

Yes, there are many government Law colleges in Chennai. Some of them are mentioned below along with their tuition fees:

Public/Govt. Colleges	Tuition Fee	Eligibility/Exams
Tamil Nadu Dr Ambedkar Law University Admission	INR 40,000 -  INR 2.1 lakh	Merit-Based
Dr. Ambedkar Government Law College Admission	INR 3,000- INR 5,000	Merit-Based
University of Madras Admission	INR 500 - INR 30,000	Merit-Based
Tamil Nadu Open University Admission	INR 10,100	Merit-Based

Source: Official site and may vary.

VIT School of Law Chennai offers admission to UG and PG courses based on entrance exam scores. The school considers CLAT or VITLEE scores for BA LLB (Hons) and BBA LLB (Hons). For LLM, admission is based on AILET, AIAT or CLAT-PG scores. Aspirants need to first apply for the preferred course to participate in the selection rounds. Aspirants selected based on entrance exam scores further need to pass the GDPI round for final admission.

The official the highest package offered to students during VIT School of Law, Chennai placements 2025 has not been released yet. The table below provides the highest package as per the reviews present on Shiksha page:

NIRF scores Teaching+Learning (100), Research (100), Graduation Outcomes (100), Outreach (100), Perception (100) for all its categories, including Law. The Law rankings of NIRF in 2025 show three top colleges, with Shanmugha Arts Science Technology & Research Academy  (SASTRA) in Thanjavur to be the best at rank 11. But it does not score higher on all the parameters when compared to the other two Chennai law colleges - Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (rank 19) and S.R.M. Institute of Science and Technology (rank 25). 

Saveetha scores higher than SASTRA in Outreach and Research than SASTRA. While S.R.M. Institute of Science and Technology, which is the third best, scores much higher in Perception than SASTRA and Saveetha. 

No, you cannot become a lawyer without a Law degree. You mandatorily need to obtain degrees such as BA/BCom/BSc/BBA LLB or LLB in order to be a lawyer in India. To become a lawyer, one must first complete three-year or five-year LLB from a recognised university and possess degree certificate. Then, they must enrol themselves in local Bar Council of the concerned state and enrolled as an advocate. Within two years of the enrolment, they must appear and clear AIBE in order to be eligible to practise anywhere in India. 

Out of all the Law colleges in Chennai, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences has ranked at 13 position as per NIRF 2024. Given below are some of the best Law colleges in Chennai:

College Name	Tuition Fee	Eligibility/ Exams
Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences	INR 1.6 Lacs - INR 8.75 lakh	Merit-Based
Institute Ambedkar Government Law College Chennai	INR 3,000 - INR 5,000	Merit-Based
SRM University Online	INR 20,000 - INR 60,000	Merit-Based
Institute of Distance Education, University of Madras	INR 6,400 - INR 11,400	Merit-Based
Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R and D Institute of Science and Technology	INR 6 lakh	CLAT, LSAT India
VELS School of Law, VELS Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies (VISTAS)	INR 1.2 Lacs - INR 10 lakh	VEE
Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute	INR 3.5 Lacs - INR 5.5 lakh	Merit-Based
SRM Institute of Science and Technology	INR 85,000 - INR 10 lakh	CLAT, LSAT India

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website.

There are many specialised courses offered by top Law colleges in Chennai. Some of them are mentioned below with top colleges:

Specialisations	No. of Colleges	Popular Colleges
Criminal Law	9	Chettinad School of Law, SIMTS, TNDALU, etc.
Corporate Law	8	VELS School of Law, VIT School of Law, Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, etc.
Constitutional Law	7	Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Tamil Nadu Dr. Ambedkar Law University, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, etc,
International Trade Law	6	University of Madras, Sai University, etc.
Labor & Employment Law	6	Amity University Online, Institute of Distance Education, Tamil Nadu Institute of Labour Studies, etc.

Joining the best Law colleges in Chennai is affordable. Given table below shows the Law colleges in Chennai with fees of less than INR 1 lakh -

College Name	Tuition Fee	Eligibility / Exams
Tamil Nadu Dr Ambedkar Law University Fees	INR 40,000	Merit-Based
Anand Institute of Higher Technology Fees	INR 35,000	TANCET
All India Institute of Management Studies Fees	INR 2,300	Merit-Based
University of Madras Fees	INR 500 - INR 30,000	Merit-Based
Tamil Nadu Open University Fees	INR 10,100	Merit-Based

Source: Official site and may vary.

Yes, most law departments at private and government law colleges in Chennai do not ask for CLAT exam scores for BA LLB after Class 12. Even the top-ranked Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences  BA LLB course requires Saveetha Admission Test scores if you haven't sat for the CLAT exam. VELS School of Law has no entrance and takes in candidates with 45% or more marks in Class 12 in total. 

Yes, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology campus is safe for girls and boys. The college campus is located in center of Chennai. It has a good connection with roads and public transports. CCTV cameras are installed in the campus to keep a check on students safety. 

Candidates can see the table below for the top law colleges in Tamil nadu with tuition fees and average placement package -

College Name	Total Tuition Fee	Annual Average Package
Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute Placement	INR 3.5 lakh	INR 9.6 LPA - INR 12 LPA
SIMTS Placement	INR 1.2 lakh - INR 15 lakh	INR 5.9 lakh - INR 7.43 LPA
Tamil Nadu Dr. Ambedkar Law University Placement	INR 40,000 – INR 2.1 lakh	INR 6.5 LPA – INR 7.1 LPA
SRM School of Law Placement	INR 25,000 - INR 12.5 lakh	INR 7.1 LPA
Saveetha School of Law Placement	INR 1.25 lakh - INR 16.5 lakh	INR 6 LPA - INR 6.45 LPA

Source: Official site and may vary.

Candidates can see the table below for the top affordable Law colleges in Tamil Nadu with tuition fees of less than INR 1 lakh -

Low-cost Colleges	Tuition Fee
Tamil Nadu Dr Ambedkar Law University	INR 40,000
Dr. Ambedkar Government Law College, Chennai	INR 3,000 - INR 5,000
SRM School of Law, Kattankulathur	INR 25,000 - INR 50,000
Government Law College Coimbatore	INR 3,000 - INR 5,000
Tamil Nadu National Law University	INR 55,000

Source: Official site and may vary.

SASTRA emerged to be as the top ranked Law college in Tamil Nadu followed by SIMTS Chennai and SRM IST Kattankulathur. Candidates can see the table below for the top colleges with NIRF ranking -

College Name	NIRF 2023	NIRF 2024	NIRF 2025
Shanmugha Arts Science Technology and Research Academy  (SASTRA) Ranking	15	14	11
Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences Ranking	11	13	19
S.R.M. Institute of Science and Technology Ranking	NA	NA	25

Source: Official site and may vary.

There are about 60+ best law colleges in Tamil Nadu. Of these, 38 are private colleges and 15 are government colleges. Admission is based on merit basis or through entrance exams like CLAT, CUET, CUET PG for admission to top Law colleges in Tamil Nadu.

Some of the best Law colleges in Tamil Nadu include Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, School of Law, SASTRA, Tamil Nadu National Law University, Tamil Nadu Dr Ambedkar Law University and Amity University Online.

The particular scores needed for acceptance into the Undergraduate (UG) Diploma programmes at the Institute of Distance Education, University of Madras, can change based on the programme and the academic year. UG Dimploma at IDE requires about 33% in marks. The formal admission notification or prospectus that the institute releases for each academic session normally includes information about the qualifying requirements, including the minimal score requirement.

B.E/BTech, B.Arch, BBA, MBA, and MBBS are among the popular courses offered by Chennai's Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute.
Diploma programs in mechanical, production, automobiles mechatronics, plastic molding, CSE, IT, ECE, civil engineering, and chemistry are also available at the institute. 
Additionally, the institute provides undergraduate degree programs in BDS, B.Sc., BPT, B.Com, BCA, B.Ed, and M.B.B.S.  
There are fifteen specializations available in the four-year B.Tech normal course. Six specializations are available in the B.Tech part-time and lateral entry programs. 11 specialties are available for the B.Sc. degree. 
The institute offers online and offline application options, an admission exam, and a flexible credit-based system.

For MBA admisison, the university considers TANCET scores. Candidates can access the TANCET admit card login portal for admit card download until the exam date. Typically, the exam date lies within 10 days of the admit card issuance date.

Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science offers a large diversity of courses to students in various fields. Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science admissions are held on the basis of both merit and entrance tests. Students seeking course admissions must clear their previous qualifying examination and appear for any of the prescribed entrance exams such as HITSEEE, HITSCAT, NATA, among others. Students can visit the official website to learn more regarding the course-wise eligibility and specialisation details.

College provides good facilities and infrastructure such as Auditorium, Cafeteria, Gym, Hospital / Medical Facilities, Hostel, Labs, Library, Sports Complexto the students.

The Vinayaka Mission's Law School is a good choice for students seeking Law education through its range of UG Integrated courses that allow students to specialise in the field of Law that interests them.
Further the unique Mentorship Framework under OP Jindal Global University and OP Jindal School of Law allows them to tap into their resources, faculty and alumni network ensuring strong placements, faculty and training modules for students.

The seats availability for offered courses at All India Institute of Management Studies goes up to 20. Courses offerred by All India Institute of Management Studies are approved by eminent Government bodies such as AICTE.

St.Joseph University is a private university established in 2024 by DMI Foundations which is an effort of the sisters of DMI (Daughters of Mary Immaculate) and the fathers of MMI (Missionaries of Mary Immaculate) of the Catholic Church. The university has various international collaborations. These collaborations are mentioned below:

• University of Wisconsin, La Crosse

• SEGi University, Malaysia

• St. Joseph University in Dar-Es-Salaam, Tanzania.

• DMI St. Eugene University in Lusaka, Zambia

• DMI St. John the Baptist University, Mangochi, Malawi

TNOU has affordable fee structure. The fee ranges between  INR 2,000- INR 1 lakh. The fee structure includes tuition fee, caution fee, application fee, etc. Students can check with the admission office if the university allows payment through both online and offline modes.

Both the AP LAWCET and CLAT entrance exam are conducted for admission to the Law schools in India, however, the syllabus for these exams are different on many parameters and candidates should strategise differently for both the exams. AP LAWCET exam has sections including Current Affairs, Legal Aptitude, Contract Law, Constitution, etc. and the CLAT entrance exam sections include English Language, Legal Aptitude, Mathematics, etc. AP LAWCET does not have mathematics subjects, AP LAWCET exam focus more on regional knowledge. CLAT generally covers the deeper aspects of the particular subject. 

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