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LLB also known as Bachelor of Laws degree is a professional UG program that basically prepares the students for a career in the legal field.

Moreover, some of the common areas where graduates can find various opportunities after LLB include law firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies, judiciary, legal consultancy, and academia.  

Top LLB Careers

Some job profiles that candidates can pursue after securing an LLB degree are mentioned below:

LLB Job Profile

Job Description

LLB Average Salary

Lawyer

In this job profile, one needs to advise and represent clients in civil as well as criminal cases. 

INR 8-10 LPA

Legal Advisor

Candidates opting to work in such a job profile are also lawyers who specialise in a specific field of law. 

INR 8-12 LPA

Advocate

In such a job profile, one needs to do a lot of research work to gather factual data as well as physical evidence to support their claim.

INR 5-8 LPA

Solicitor

A solicitor is an individual who is specialised in a specific area of law like tax, litigation, family, or property. Solicitors offer legal advice to private as well as commercial clients.

INR 7-10 LPA

Lecturer

After completing an LLB degree, candidates can also teach law at the college or university level.

INR 6-10 LPA

NoteThe above salaries are collated from multiple sources and are likely to vary.

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 Specialisation-Wise LLB Salary in India

The table covers some of the most common specializations in India, but there are many other LLB specializations available with diverse job opportunities and salary ranges. The below table covers the after-LLB career options in India:

LLB Specialisation

Job Options

Entry Level Salary (INR)

Mid Level Salary (INR)

Senior Level Salary (INR)

Litigation

Advocate, Public Prosecutor, Legal Aid Lawyer

3 - 6 Lakhs

7 - 12 Lakhs

12 Lakhs + 

Corporate Law

Legal Advisor, In-House Counsel, M&A Specialist

1.5 - 5 Lakhs

5 - 15 Lakhs

15 - 22 Lakhs

Tax Law

Tax Consultant, Transfer Pricing Specialist, Tax Litigation Lawyer

4 - 7 Lakhs

7 - 14 Lakhs

14 Lakhs + 

Criminal Law

Criminal Defense Lawyer, Public Prosecutor, Forensic Lawyer

3 - 6 Lakhs

6 - 10 Lakhs

10 Lakhs + 

Intellectual Property Law

Patent Attorney, Copyright Lawyer, Trademark Specialist

5 - 8 Lakhs

8 - 14 Lakhs

14 Lakhs + 

Cyber Law

Data Privacy Specialist, Cybercrime Lawyer, Cyber Security Advisor

4 - 8 Lakhs

8 - 12 Lakhs

12 Lakhs + 

Environmental Law

Environmental Consultant, Litigation Lawyer, Policy Analyst

4 - 7 Lakhs

7 - 10 Lakhs

10 Lakhs + 

Family Law

Divorce Lawyer, Child Custody Lawyer, Mediation Specialist

3 - 6 Lakhs

6 - 9 Lakhs

9 Lakhs + 

NoteThe above salaries are collated from multiple sources and are likely to vary.

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LLB Top Recruiters

Here are some of the top recruiters for LLB Passouts in India:

Key Employment Sectors

Law Firms

Corporate Legal Departments

Government Agencies

Legal Consultancy

LLB graduates in India are recruited in various sectors, including:

Law Firms

Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas

Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas

AZB & Partners

Khaitan & Co

Corporate Legal Departments

Tata

Infosys

Reliance

Wipro

Government Agencies

Ministry of Law and Justice

Judiciary

Public Prosecutor Offices

Legal Departments of Government Bodies

Legal Consultancy
Delloite KPMG
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Top LLB  Colleges: Jobs and Salary

Many reputed law colleges have strong placement cells that work towards connecting students with potential employers. Top law firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies, and consulting firms often visit these campuses to recruit talented LLB graduates. Some of the top colleges that provides good placements are given in the table:

College Name

Average Package

Symbiosis Law School, Symbiosis International, Pune

INR 8.2 LPA

GNLU Gandhinagar (NLU) - Gujarat National Law University

INR 15.4 LPA

LPU - Lovely Professional University

INR 8.04 LPA

Faculty of Law, Banaras Hindu University

INR 8.5 LPA

Amity University, Noida

INR 4.5 LPA

Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Poonamallee

INR 9.3 LPA

SOA University - Siksha 'O' Anusandhan

INR 5.4 LPA

NOTE: This information is sourced from official website/ counselling body and may vary.

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LLB Jobs in the Government and Private Sector

LLB Jobs in the Government Sector 

Here are the Jobs available in Government sector:

Job Profiles

Description

Average Salary

Public Prosecutor

Represent the government in criminal cases        

INR 5-8 lakhs

Legal Advisor

Provide legal counsel to government departments 

INR 4-7 lakhs

Judge  

Preside over court proceedings and deliver judgments

INR 15-25 lakhs 

Law Officer 

Assist in legal matters and provide legal advice  

INR 4-6 lakhs 

Assistant Public Prosecutor

Assist the public prosecutor in criminal cases

INR 3-5 lakhs

NoteThe above salaries are collated from multiple sources and are likely to vary.

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LLB Jobs in the Private Sector

Here are the Jobs available in Private sector:

Job Profiles

Description

Average Salary (in INR)

Corporate Lawyer

Provide legal advice to businesses and handle corporate matters

INR 6-10 lakhs  

Legal Consultant

Offer legal guidance and support to clients on various legal issues

INR 5-8 lakhs  

Intellectual Property (IP) Lawyer

Protect and manage intellectual property rights

INR 6-12 lakhs

Legal Analyst 

Conduct legal research, analyze cases, and provide legal opinions

INR 4-7 lakhs 

Compliance Officer

Ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements

INR 4-8 lakhs

NoteThe above salaries are collated from multiple sources and are likely to vary.

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Table of contents
  • Popular LL.B. Colleges in India
  • Popular Private LL.B. Colleges in India
  • Popular LL.B. Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses
  • Top Ranked Colleges by Location

Popular LL.B. Colleges in India

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16 LPA

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2.4 LPA

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Popular Private LL.B. Colleges in India

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Popular LL.B. Specializations

Following are the most popular LL.B. Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

Top Ranked Colleges by Location

Following are the top ranked colleges for LL.B. based on rankings published by The Week, Business Today and National Institutional Ranking Framework (MHRD).
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The MH CET Law application correction window for the 5-year LLB course will begin after the application window closes. The dates for this event have not been released yet. The  MH CET Law application correction process will be held on the official website of the competent body. 

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Kanishk Dhawan

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Answered 3 days ago

The cost of BA LLB (hons) course at National Law University, Bangalore differs between candidates of different category. General category students will need to pay INR 4.74 Lacs for the BA LLB (hons) course during the span of five years at National Law University, Bangalore.

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Saurabh Khanduri

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Answered 4 days ago

The last date to make changes to the MH CET Law application form for the 3-year LLB course was March 11, 2026. Post this date, no candidate will be allowed to make any corrections. No application fee will be accepted after this date for the 3-year LLB course. 

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Nidhi Gupta

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

The total tuition fee of BBA LLB at IIULER Goa is INR 49.8 lakh. This number is taken from the official website of college. It may change. Meritorious students who have got good rank in CLAT exam can apply for scholarship.

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Raj Priya

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

The total tuition fee of BA LLB at IIULER Goa is INR 49.8 lakh. This number is taken from the official website of college. It may change. Meritorious students who have got good rank in CLAT exam can apply for scholarship.

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Raj Priya

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

Students at University of Mumbai Thane Sub will find that the BBA LLB course curriculum covers a range of topics that integrated Business Studies and Law including:

  1. Principles of Management
  2. Principles of Basic Accountancy 
  3. Statistical Analysis 
  4. Law of Torts (Consumer protection Act & Motor
    Vehicle Act)
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Chikat Marchang

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

The BBA LLB fee structure at University of Mumbai Thane Sub Campus consists of tuition fees, admission fees, security deposit, hostel charges, etc. and will be different depending on one's specialisation. The tuition fee range is what changes the most depending on whether it is one's first or furthe

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Chikat Marchang

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

No, one cannot join University of Mumbai Thane Sub Campus BBA LLB without entrance exam as the selection process depends on national and state-level entrance exam scores such as MH CET Law. Though the university also used to conduct its own admission tests such as MUMCET for BMS-MBA, these exams hav

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Chikat Marchang

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

The fees of LLB at Government Law College, Alwar is INR 6,540. Government Law College, Alwar fee structure includes many components. The total fees may vary at the time of final payment due to the other variables of fee structure.

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

The seat intake of LLB at Government Law College, Alwar is 240. To get a seat in LLB at Government Law College, Alwar, student's performance as per selection requirement is evaluated. The LLB programme is offered in full-time mode at the college campus.

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

The eligibility to get admission in LLB is- the aspirant must pass graduation or post-graduation in Arts/ Science/ Commerce/ Medicine/ Management/ Engineering/Nursing/Agriculture or Shastri /Acharya or have any other degree of this university or any other university recognised and secured a minimum

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

Yes, M. S. Ramaiah College of Law provides financial support for SC/ST students, mainly for those with Karnataka domicile.

Karnataka SC/ST students get a 5% concession on the annual tuition fee, but this is usually applicable only in the first year of the B.Com LL.B program. They also receive a 5% re

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Raghav

Contributor-Level 8

Answered a week ago

The registration fee for the B.Com LL.B course at M.S. Ramaiah College of Law (MSRCL) is strictly non-refundable. At the time of online application, candidates must pay a registration fee of ₹1,200, and this amount will not be returned under any circumstances — even if the applicant does not attend

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Raghav

Contributor-Level 8

Answered a week ago

The yearly tuition fee for the 5-year B.Com. LLB course at M.S. Ramaiah College of Law is around ₹1,80,000 for students from Karnataka.

After your admission is confirmed, you need to pay ₹50,000 within three days to block your seat. This amount is not an extra charge — it will be adjusted in your tot

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Answered a week ago

If you're doing B.Sc IT and aiming for a good package, focus less on “just passing exams” and more on becoming job-ready.

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Raghav

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Answered a week ago

From more than 10+ law colleges in the city, there are 7 LLB colleges in Jabalpur. You can check the table below for more information about the LLB colleges in Jabalpur with fees. 

LLB College in Jabalpur Fees
A P Narmada LLB CourseINR 60K
Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College LLB CourseINR 60K
Hitkarini Law College LLB CourseINR 54K
N E S Law College LLB CourseINR 36K

Note: All info. is from official sources and can change. 

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Syed Aquib Ur Rahman

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

KES' Shri Jayantilal H. Patel Law College BA LLB fees is INR 1.3 lakh. This is total fees and may include other components. Some of the components are tuition fees, exam fees, caution deposit, and more.

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Manashjyoti Srivastava

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Answered a week ago

The fee would greatly depend on wether you are a karnatak domicile student or not but it would typically be around 8 Lacs to 11 Lacs for the whole duration of the 5 year programme. Also this fee doesn't includes the hostel or mess fee it's just the tuition fee.

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Shawar Narayan

Beginner-Level 1

Answered a week ago

KES' Shri Jayantilal H. Patel Law College BA LLB admissions are entrance-based. The eligibility and selection criteria is as below:

  • Eligibility - Class 12 with a minimum aggregate of 45% (40% for reserved categories)
  • Selection Process - MHCET Law score + CAP

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Aishwarya Malhotra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

Yes, an LLB from a private college in Mumbai can be beneficial. You must ideally compare the fees and placement of the law schools to practically see if they are ideal for you academically and career-wise. Here is one private college with a good LLB programme with a strong placement record.

Best LLB Course from Private Mumbai CollegesFee Range Median Package
Amity University Mumbai LLB CourseINR 2.4 LINR 4 L

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Syed Aquib Ur Rahman

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

The CET Cell closed the MH CET Law 2026 registration window for the 3-year LLB programme on March 3, 2026. For the MH CET Law 2026 5-year LLB course, the last date is March 15, 2026.

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Anshul Jindal

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

Soundarya Law College offers a total of 120 seats for LLB programme. This number is taken from the official website of college. This may change.

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Raj Priya

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

Students pursuing LLB at Soundarya College of Law are job ready for various Legal and Non Legal sectors. The programme provides them with an opportunity to increase their market value.With in-depth knowledge in law, candidates can handle multiple roles in an organisation very proficiently.

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Raj Priya

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

Amity University Patna is the top private law college in Patna with a 3-year LLB course. You can learn more about it here - Amity University LLB Course

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Syed Aquib Ur Rahman

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

A dedicated preparation time of 3 to 4 months is generally sufficient for the PU LLB Entrance Exam if studying 3-4 hours daily. While 7-8 months allows for a more relaxed, in-depth approach, the exam can be cracked in 2 months with consistent, targeted study focused on legal aptitude, current affair

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Divya Surbhi

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 weeks ago

One needs to be confident, diplomatic, meticulous and dedicated to their interest in Law. LLB students often need to pull extra study hours. With so many laws, doctrines, precedents, and case studies you need to read and recall long written content as books have heavy and vast coursework. The skills

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Diya Nihalani

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

For someone who wants to make a career in law, LLB is an ideal choice. The worth of a degree depends on whether it makes you employable and gives you relevant skills and knowledge. You can also gain relevant experience from senior lawyers to make your profile stronger. One might add that an LLM incr

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Diya Nihalani

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

Your aspirations are what make a course 'better'. Both courses have respective pros and cons. If you're already a graduate and want to transition your career towards the legal field go for a 3 year LLB. Talking of 12th pass outs - you can either go for a graduation first if you have yet to decide if

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Diya Nihalani

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LLB has a fairly decent scope in India. Given that you have relevant skills and experience, you have multiple options like legal researcher, advocate, lawyer, judge, legal associate, document reviewer, etc. You can also go for LLM. Talking of abroad, some countries like UK, USA, Canada, and Australi

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Diya Nihalani

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Answered 2 weeks ago

LLB course is the primary choice for most law aspirants in India. For someone interested in legal field this is a safe choice. Class 12 pass-outs have 2 good options to go into this field. You can either choose a 5 year integrated LLB. Here you'll be pursuing your regular graduation while simultaneo

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