Integrated law degrees
After Class 12 you can join a five-year integrated programme such as BA LLB, BBA LLB or B.Com LLB. Students from any stream are eligible.
Entrance routes
| Exam | For |
|---|---|
| CLAT | Most National Law Universities |
| AILET | National Law University Delhi |
| MH-CET Law | Maharashtra law colleges |
| CUET | Some central university law programmes |
| University tests | Private universities like Symbiosis (SLAT) |
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Careers in law
Litigation, corporate law, legal advisory, judiciary (through judicial service exams), legal journalism, policy and academia.
What the five years look like
Integrated law programmes combine a first degree (arts, business or commerce) with law subjects such as constitutional law, contract, criminal law, property and corporate law. Students do moot courts, internships with lawyers and firms, and research papers. By the final year you choose a specialisation and prepare for practice or a job.
Preparing for law entrances
CLAT and similar exams test English comprehension, current affairs and general knowledge, legal reasoning, logical reasoning and basic quantitative techniques. Daily newspaper reading, regular comprehension practice and timed mock tests are the core of preparation. Start in Class 11 or early Class 12.
Is law right for you?
Law suits students who enjoy reading, arguing a point with evidence, writing and understanding how society works. If your career assessment shows enterprising and social interests with strong verbal reasoning, law is worth serious consideration.
Skills that matter
Reading comprehension, logical reasoning, writing, current affairs and confidence in speaking. These are also what law entrances test.
Frequently asked questions
Can science students do law?
Yes, any stream can join integrated law programmes.
Is CLAT difficult?
It is competitive; regular reading and practice help most.
Can I do law after graduation?
Yes, through a three-year LLB.
Can I become a judge after law?
Yes, through state judicial service exams after your law degree, as per eligibility rules.
General guidance only. Exam dates, eligibility, fees and scholarship amounts change every year: always check the official website before you apply.