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LLB (Three-Year Law Degree)
The three-year LLB is the route into law for students who complete a first degree in another subject. It leads to the same eligibility to practise as the five-year integrated programme.
- Duration
- 3 years
- Eligibility
- Bachelor's degree in any discipline with minimum marks
- Admission
- State and university law entrance tests
- To practise
- Bar enrolment and AIBE
Course overview
The curriculum covers constitutional, criminal, contract, property, family and corporate law, procedure, evidence and practical training. See Lawyer and BA LLB (Integrated Law Degree).
Who this course may suit
- Graduates of any discipline interested in law
Eligibility
- A bachelor's degree with minimum marks as per Bar Council of India rules
Entrance exams and admission
| Exam | Used for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| State law entrance tests | Law admissions in state colleges | |
| University law entrance tests | Law programmes at specific universities |
Exam names, patterns, eligibility and participating institutions change. Check the official notification for the current year.
What you will study
| Year | Typical subjects |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Contracts, torts, constitutional law, family law |
| Year 2 | Criminal law and procedure, property law, jurisprudence, company law |
| Year 3 | Civil procedure, evidence, drafting, electives, moot courts |
Skills you will develop
- Legal reasoning
- Drafting
- Advocacy
Where the course is offered
University law departments and affiliated law colleges recognised by the Bar Council of India.
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Indicative fees
Generally modest at government colleges; private colleges vary.
Career options after the course
Lawyer
Litigation, firms, corporate counsel.
Higher-study options
- LLM
- Judicial services examinations
Advantages of this course
- Adds law to another subject background (for example science for patent law)
Challenges to consider
- Fewer top-tier options than five-year NLU programmes
Is this course a good fit for you?
It may suit you if…
- You discovered law after your first degree
It may be harder if…
- You dislike heavy reading
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Frequently asked questions
Is a 3-year LLB equal to a 5-year LLB?
Both allow enrolment as an advocate. Career outcomes depend on the institution and your effort.
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