- LL.M. Overview
- LL.M. Snapshot 2026
- LL.M. Key Statistics
- LL.M. Important Admission Dates
- LL.M. Entrance Exams Accepted
- LL.M. Popular Courses
- LL.M. Course Wise Analysis
- Top Colleges Offering LL.M.
- LL.M. State Wise College Analysis
- LL.M. College Comparison
- LL.M. Fees Analysis
- LL.M. ROI Analysis
- LL.M. Cutoff Analysis
- LL.M. Placement Report
- LL.M. Salary Analysis
- LL.M. vs Other Courses
- LL.M. Frequently Asked Questions
LL.M. Overview
LL.M. is offered by over 430 colleges in India, with admissions conducted through CLAT, CUET, CBSE Class 12 Exam, MH CET LAW, and CUET PG. The programme typically spans 1 Year and is available across 30 states. The average tuition fee ranges from ₹720 to ₹8.56 L, while graduates secure average salary packages of ₹8.50 L.
Among all specializations, General records the highest student demand and placement outcomes. The largest concentration of colleges offering LL.M. is located in Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh, while the highest placement packages are reported by institutions such as SVKM's NMIMS and IIT Kharagpur. Candidates can pursue careers in Law, with roles including several roles.
LL.M. Snapshot 2026
| Particular | Details |
| Course Level | PG |
| Duration | 1 – 5 Years |
| Total Colleges | 430 |
| Government Colleges | 166 |
| Private Colleges | 264 |
| Total Seats | 5 – 600 |
| Average Fees | ₹1.85 L |
| Lowest Fees | ₹720 |
| Highest Fees | ₹8.56 L |
| Average Package | ₹8.50 L |
| Highest Package | ₹2.50 Cr |
| Top Entrance Exams | CLAT, CUET, CBSE Class 12 Exam, MH CET LAW, CUET PG |
| Popular courses | LL.M., LLM in Criminal Law, LLM in Corporate Law |
LL.M. Key Statistics
| Metric | Value |
| Total Colleges | 430 |
| Total Seats | 5 – 600 |
| States Offering Course | 30 |
| Total Exams Accepted | 16 |
| Average Fees | ₹1.85 L |
| Average Package | ₹8.50 L |
| Highest Package | ₹2.50 Cr |
| Highest ROI College | Ranchi University (15617.00%) |
LL.M. Important Admission Dates (CLAT)
| Event | Date |
| Registration Start | 01 Aug 2025 |
| Registration End | 07 Nov 2025 |
| Exam Date | 07 Dec 2025 |
| Result Date | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Counselling Date | 17 Dec 2025 |
LL.M. Entrance Exams Accepted
LL.M. Exam Snapshot
| Metric | Value |
| National Level Exams | 12 |
| State Level Exams | 3 |
| University Level Exams | 1 |
| Total Participating Colleges | 65 |
LL.M. National Level Exams
| Exam | Colleges | Seats | Opening - Closing |
| CLAT | 36 | 9,095 | 46 – 3,602 (Rank) |
| IPU CET | 2 | 4,160 | 2,189 – 8,675 (Rank) |
| CUET PG | 1 | 60 | 188 – 202 (Rank) |
| AILET | 3 | 486 | 41 – 42 (Score) |
LL.M. Exam Comparison
LL.M. Most Accepted Exams
LL.M. Popular Courses
LL.M. Course Overview
| Course | Colleges | Seats | Average Fees | Average Package |
| LL.M. | 297 | 9,767 | ₹1.39 L | ₹7.29 L |
| LLM in Criminal Law | 58 | 464 | ₹1.99 L | ₹8.75 L |
| LLM in Corporate Law | 39 | 603 | ₹2.00 L | ₹8.15 L |
| LL.M in Constitutional Law and Admn. Law | 33 | 262 | ₹1.88 L | ₹7.91 L |
| LL.M. in Constitutional Law | 32 | 177 | ₹2.03 L | ₹8.52 L |
| LL.M. in Corporate and Commercial Law | 28 | 102 | ₹2.21 L | ₹10.18 L |
| LL.M. in Criminal and Security Law | 25 | 135 | ₹2.00 L | ₹8.10 L |
| LLM in Intellectual Property Rights | 24 | 358 | ₹1.91 L | ₹6.99 L |
| LL.M. in Business Law | 24 | 340 | ₹1.23 L | ₹7.81 L |
| LL.M. in Human Rights | 20 | 188 | ₹2.01 L | ₹8.63 L |
Top LL.M. Courses by Colleges
| Rank | Course | Colleges |
| 1 | LL.M. | 297 |
| 2 | LLM in Criminal Law | 58 |
| 3 | LLM in Corporate Law | 39 |
| 4 | LL.M in Constitutional Law and Admn. Law | 33 |
| 5 | LL.M. in Constitutional Law | 32 |
| 6 | LL.M. in Corporate and Commercial Law | 28 |
| 7 | LL.M. in Criminal and Security Law | 25 |
| 8 | LLM in Intellectual Property Rights | 24 |
| 9 | LL.M. in Business Law | 24 |
| 10 | LL.M. in Human Rights | 20 |
Top LL.M. Courses by Seats
| Rank | Course | Seats |
| 1 | LL.M. | 9,767 |
| 2 | LLM in Corporate Law | 603 |
| 3 | LLM in Criminal Law | 464 |
| 4 | LLM in Intellectual Property Rights | 358 |
| 5 | LL.M. in Business Law | 340 |
| 6 | LL.M in Constitutional Law and Admn. Law | 262 |
| 7 | LL.M. in Human Rights | 188 |
| 8 | LL.M. in Constitutional Law | 177 |
| 9 | LL.M. in Criminal and Security Law | 135 |
| 10 | LLM in Intellectual Property Law (IPR) | 125 |
Top LL.M. Courses by Average Package
| Rank | Course | Average Package |
| 1 | LL.M in Environmental Laws | ₹11.15 L |
| 2 | LLM in Intellectual Property Law (IPR) | ₹10.65 L |
| 3 | LL.M. in Corporate and Commercial Law | ₹10.18 L |
| 4 | LL.M. in Family Law | ₹9.98 L |
| 5 | LL.M. in Taxation Law | ₹9.50 L |
| 6 | LL.M. in International Law | ₹9.19 L |
| 7 | LLM in Criminal Law | ₹8.75 L |
| 8 | LL.M. in Human Rights | ₹8.63 L |
| 9 | LL.M. in Constitutional Law | ₹8.52 L |
| 10 | LL.M. in Cyber Law | ₹8.20 L |
LL.M. Course Wise Analysis
LL.M.
Quick Facts
| Particular | Details |
| Colleges Offering | 297 |
| Seats Available | 9,767 |
| Average Fees | ₹1.39 L |
| Average Package | ₹7.29 L |
Top Colleges
| College | Fees | Package | Ranking |
| NLSIU Bangalore | ₹5.06 L | - | #1 in Law (NIRF 2025) |
| NALSAR | ₹1.75 L | ₹19.00 L | #3 in Law (NIRF 2025) |
| Delhi University | ₹12.0 K | - | #15 (NIRF 2025) |
| RMLNLU | ₹1.25 L | ₹4.20 L | #21 in Law (NIRF 2025) |
| CU Mohali | ₹1.73 L | - | #34 in Research Institutions (NIRF 2025) |
LLM in Criminal Law
Quick Facts
| Particular | Details |
| Colleges Offering | 58 |
| Seats Available | 464 |
| Average Fees | ₹1.99 L |
| Average Package | ₹8.75 L |
Top Colleges
| College | Fees | Package | Ranking |
| NLSIU Bangalore | ₹5.06 L | - | #1 in Law (NIRF 2025) |
| NALSAR | ₹1.75 L | ₹19.00 L | #3 in Law (NIRF 2025) |
| Andhra University Visakhapatnam | ₹40.0 K | - | #41 (NIRF 2025) |
| DSNLU | ₹1.15 L | - | #39 in Law (NIRF 2024) |
| VGU | ₹1.27 L | ₹6.70 L | #87 in Emerging Private Engineering (TheWeek 2025) |
LLM in Corporate Law
Quick Facts
| Particular | Details |
| Colleges Offering | 39 |
| Seats Available | 603 |
| Average Fees | ₹2.00 L |
| Average Package | ₹8.15 L |
Top Colleges
| College | Fees | Package | Ranking |
| NLU Jodhpur | ₹2.14 L | - | #10 in Law (NIRF 2022) |
| IIT Kharagpur | ₹5.85 L | ₹24.30 L | #5 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
| RMLNLU | ₹1.25 L | ₹4.20 L | #21 in Law (NIRF 2025) |
| HNLU Raipur | ₹1.60 L | ₹15.00 L | #5 in Law (IndiaToday 2025) |
| GGSIPU | ₹1.34 L | ₹6.50 L | #1001-1200 in Overall (QS 2027) |
LL.M in Constitutional Law and Admn. Law
Quick Facts
| Particular | Details |
| Colleges Offering | 33 |
| Seats Available | 262 |
| Average Fees | ₹1.88 L |
| Average Package | ₹7.91 L |
Top Colleges
| College | Fees | Package | Ranking |
| SLS Pune | ₹2.60 L | ₹13.31 L | #7 in Law (NIRF 2025) |
| GNLU Gandhinagar | ₹2.76 L | ₹7.00 L | #5 in Law (NIRF 2025) |
| MNLU Mumbai | ₹2.26 L | - | #31 in Law (NIRF 2024) |
| RMLNLU | ₹1.25 L | ₹4.20 L | #21 in Law (NIRF 2025) |
| NLUO | ₹2.25 L | ₹14.33 L | #26 in Law (NIRF 2024) |
LL.M. in Constitutional Law
Quick Facts
| Particular | Details |
| Colleges Offering | 32 |
| Seats Available | 177 |
| Average Fees | ₹2.03 L |
| Average Package | ₹8.52 L |
Top Colleges
| College | Fees | Package | Ranking |
| IIT Kharagpur | ₹5.85 L | ₹24.30 L | #5 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
| MNLU Nagpur | ₹3.33 L | - | #28 in Law (NIRF 2025) |
| NLU Assam | ₹1.67 L | - | #35 in Law (NIRF 2025) |
| DSNLU | ₹1.15 L | - | #39 in Law (NIRF 2024) |
| VGU | ₹1.27 L | ₹6.70 L | #87 in Emerging Private Engineering (TheWeek 2025) |
Top Colleges Offering LL.M.
Top LL.M. Colleges Overall
| College | Ownership | Fees | Average Package | Ranking |
| NLSIU Bangalore | Public/Government | ₹1.03 L – ₹5.06 L | - | #1 in Law (NIRF 2025) |
| NALSAR | Public/Government | ₹1.75 L | ₹19.00 L | #3 in Law (NIRF 2025) |
| NLU Kolkata | Public/Government | ₹3.08 L – ₹3.60 L | ₹17.00 L | #4 in Law (NIRF 2025) |
| NLU Jodhpur | Public/Government | ₹2.14 L | - | #10 in Law (NIRF 2022) |
| IIT Kharagpur | Public/Government | ₹5.85 L | ₹24.30 L | #5 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
Top LL.M. Government Colleges
| College | State | Fees | Average Package |
| NLSIU Bangalore | Karnataka | ₹1.03 L – ₹5.06 L | - |
| NALSAR | Telangana | ₹1.75 L | ₹19.00 L |
| NLU Kolkata | West Bengal | ₹3.08 L – ₹3.60 L | ₹17.00 L |
| NLU Jodhpur | Rajasthan | ₹2.14 L | - |
| IIT Kharagpur | West Bengal | ₹5.85 L | ₹24.30 L |
Top LL.M. Private Colleges
| College | State | Fees | Average Package |
| SLS Pune | Maharashtra | ₹2.60 L | ₹13.31 L |
| CU Mohali | Punjab | ₹1.73 L | - |
| Nirma University | Gujarat | ₹2.10 L | ₹11.22 L |
| Christ University Bangalore India | Karnataka | ₹2.03 L | ₹6.00 L |
| XIM University | Odisha | ₹1.50 L | ₹19.53 L |
Top LL.M. Colleges by ROI
| College | Fees | Average Package | ROI Score |
| NALSAR | ₹1.75 L | ₹19.00 L | 1085.71% |
| NLU Kolkata | ₹3.08 L – ₹3.60 L | ₹17.00 L | 551.59% |
| IIT Kharagpur | ₹5.85 L | ₹24.30 L | 415.38% |
| SLS Pune | ₹2.60 L | ₹13.31 L | 511.92% |
| GNLU Gandhinagar | ₹2.76 L | ₹7.00 L | 253.44% |
Top LL.M. Colleges by Placement
| College | Average Package | Highest Package |
| SVKM's NMIMS | ₹25.13 L | ₹67.70 L |
| IIT Kharagpur | ₹24.30 L | ₹2.14 Cr |
| MLSU | ₹23.10 L | ₹45.00 L |
| XIM University | ₹19.53 L | ₹30.00 L |
| NALSAR | ₹19.00 L | ₹69.00 L |
LL.M. State Wise College Analysis
| State | Colleges | Seats | Average Fees | Average Package |
| Uttar Pradesh | 53 | 1,691 | ₹1.66 L | ₹7.15 L |
| Rajasthan | 47 | 1,390 | ₹1.67 L | ₹7.08 L |
| Madhya Pradesh | 38 | 2,204 | ₹1.35 L | ₹7.40 L |
| Maharashtra | 29 | 1,750 | ₹2.32 L | ₹11.64 L |
| Haryana | 27 | 845 | ₹3.10 L | ₹8.03 L |
| Gujarat | 24 | 1,560 | ₹1.53 L | ₹6.32 L |
| West Bengal | 22 | 789 | ₹2.59 L | ₹16.83 L |
| Punjab | 21 | 721 | ₹2.13 L | ₹7.39 L |
| Karnataka | 20 | 369 | ₹2.33 L | ₹9.65 L |
| Uttarakhand | 17 | 350 | ₹2.45 L | ₹6.01 L |
| Delhi | 14 | 788 | ₹2.04 L | ₹7.39 L |
| Odisha | 14 | 373 | ₹1.99 L | ₹9.71 L |
| Chhattisgarh | 12 | 265 | ₹93.6 K | ₹10.70 L |
| Jharkhand | 12 | 74 | ₹1.62 L | ₹4.93 L |
| Kerala | 10 | 230 | ₹1.13 L | - |
| Tamil Nadu | 10 | 430 | ₹1.93 L | ₹5.57 L |
| Andhra Pradesh | 9 | 330 | ₹58.0 K | ₹7.80 L |
| Himachal Pradesh | 9 | 258 | ₹1.09 L | ₹6.00 L |
| Telangana | 9 | 355 | ₹1.06 L | ₹15.38 L |
| Bihar | 7 | 118 | ₹69.7 K | ₹4.80 L |
| Assam | 6 | 342 | ₹1.33 L | - |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 5 | 88 | ₹1.30 L | - |
| Jammu and Kashmir | 3 | 51 | ₹67.3 K | - |
| Meghalaya | 3 | - | ₹2.30 L | - |
| Manipur | 2 | 130 | ₹13.4 K | - |
| Sikkim | 2 | 17 | ₹51.6 K | ₹3.80 L |
| Tripura | 2 | 16 | ₹1.25 L | - |
| Goa | 1 | 60 | ₹70.0 K | - |
| Nagaland | 1 | - | ₹34.8 K | - |
| Puducherry | 1 | 120 | ₹53.8 K | - |
Top LL.M. Colleges in Uttar Pradesh
| College | Seats | Total Fees | Average Package | Ranking |
| RMLNLU | 31 | ₹1.25 L | ₹4.20 L | #21 in Law (NIRF 2025) |
| Aligarh Muslim University | 50 | - | - | #19 (NIRF 2025) |
| GGSIPU | 220 | ₹1.13 L – ₹2.25 L | - | #1001-1200 in Overall (QS 2027) |
| Galgotias University Greater Noida | - | - | ₹5.25 L | #55 in Pharmacy (NIRF 2025) |
| Gautam Buddha University | 50 | ₹2.10 L | ₹4.50 L | - |
Top LL.M. Colleges in Rajasthan
| College | Seats | Total Fees | Average Package | Ranking |
| NLU Jodhpur | - | ₹2.14 L | - | #10 in Law (NIRF 2022) |
| Manipal University Jaipur | - | ₹3.30 L | ₹8.50 L | #98 (NIRF 2025) |
| Banasthali Vidyapith | - | ₹2.17 L | - | #66 in University (NIRF 2025) |
| VGU | - | ₹1.27 L – ₹2.19 L | ₹6.70 L | #87 in Emerging Private Engineering (TheWeek 2025) |
| Biyanis Group of Colleges | 40 | ₹3.11 L | - | - |
Top LL.M. Colleges in Madhya Pradesh
| College | Seats | Total Fees | Average Package | Ranking |
| IPS Academy | 30 | ₹1.54 L | - | #25 in Architecture (IndiaToday 2025) |
| Medicaps University | - | ₹1.67 L | ₹6.50 L | #97 in BBA (IndiaToday 2024) |
| RKDF University | 60 | ₹1.10 L | - | #63 in General Pvt (IndiaToday 2023) |
| PIMR Indore, Deemed to be University | 60 | ₹2.40 L | - | #101-125 in Management (NIRF 2023) |
| LNCT University Bhopal | - | - | - | #151-200 in University (NIRF 2025) |
Top LL.M. Colleges in Maharashtra
| College | Seats | Total Fees | Average Package | Ranking |
| SLS Pune | - | ₹2.60 L | ₹13.31 L | #7 in Law (NIRF 2025) |
| MNLU Mumbai | - | ₹1.60 L – ₹2.26 L | - | #31 in Law (NIRF 2024) |
| SVKM's NMIMS | - | ₹2.50 L | ₹25.13 L | #24 in Management (NIRF 2025) |
| MNLU Nagpur | 70 | ₹3.33 L | - | #28 in Law (NIRF 2025) |
| MNLU Aurangabad | 60 | ₹1.68 L | - | - |
Top LL.M. Colleges in Haryana
| College | Seats | Total Fees | Average Package | Ranking |
| Kurukshetra University | 30 | ₹2.81 L | - | #35 in State Public University (NIRF 2025) |
| KR Mangalam University | 60 | ₹1.98 L | - | #18 in Private Law (TheWeek 2025) |
| Central University of Haryana | 25 | ₹32.7 K | - | #151-200 in University (NIRF 2022) |
| IILM Institute for Business and Management | - | ₹2.50 L | ₹8.00 L | #49 in MBA/PGDM (BusinessToday 2023) |
| Northcap University | 80 | ₹2.23 L | ₹6.10 L | #101-150 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
LL.M. College Comparison
| College | Fees | Seats | Average Package | Ranking |
| NLSIU Bangalore | ₹1.03 L – ₹5.06 L | 120 | - | #1 in Law (NIRF 2025) |
| NALSAR | ₹1.75 L | - | ₹19.00 L | #3 in Law (NIRF 2025) |
| NLU Kolkata | ₹3.08 L – ₹3.60 L | - | ₹17.00 L | #4 in Law (NIRF 2025) |
| NLU Jodhpur | ₹2.14 L | - | - | #10 in Law (NIRF 2022) |
| IIT Kharagpur | ₹5.85 L | - | ₹24.30 L | #5 in Engineering (NIRF 2025) |
LL.M. Fees Analysis
LL.M. Fee Overview
| Metric | Value |
| Average Fees | ₹1.85 L |
| Median Fees | ₹1.53 L |
| Lowest Fees | ₹720 |
| Highest Fees | ₹8.56 L |
LL.M. Government College Fees
| College | Fees |
| NLSIU Bangalore | ₹1.03 L – ₹5.06 L |
| NALSAR | ₹1.75 L |
| NLU Kolkata | ₹3.08 L – ₹3.60 L |
| NLU Jodhpur | ₹2.14 L |
| IIT Kharagpur | ₹5.85 L |
LL.M. Private College Fees
| College | Fees |
| SLS Pune | ₹2.60 L |
| CU Mohali | ₹1.73 L |
| Nirma University | ₹2.10 L |
| Christ University Bangalore India | ₹2.03 L |
| XIM University | ₹1.50 L |
LL.M. State Wise Fee Analysis
| State | Average Fees |
| Haryana | ₹3.10 L |
| West Bengal | ₹2.59 L |
| Uttarakhand | ₹2.45 L |
| Karnataka | ₹2.33 L |
| Maharashtra | ₹2.32 L |
| Meghalaya | ₹2.30 L |
| Punjab | ₹2.13 L |
| Delhi | ₹2.04 L |
| Odisha | ₹1.99 L |
| Tamil Nadu | ₹1.93 L |
| Rajasthan | ₹1.67 L |
| Uttar Pradesh | ₹1.66 L |
| Jharkhand | ₹1.62 L |
| Gujarat | ₹1.53 L |
| Madhya Pradesh | ₹1.35 L |
| Assam | ₹1.33 L |
| Arunachal Pradesh | ₹1.30 L |
| Tripura | ₹1.25 L |
| Kerala | ₹1.13 L |
| Himachal Pradesh | ₹1.09 L |
| Telangana | ₹1.06 L |
| Chhattisgarh | ₹93.6 K |
| Goa | ₹70.0 K |
| Bihar | ₹69.7 K |
| Jammu and Kashmir | ₹67.3 K |
| Andhra Pradesh | ₹58.0 K |
| Puducherry | ₹53.8 K |
| Sikkim | ₹51.6 K |
| Nagaland | ₹34.8 K |
| Manipur | ₹13.4 K |
LL.M. Fees by Course
| Course | Fee Range |
| LL.M Executive | ₹1.60 L |
| Executive LLM | ₹2.65 L |
| Executive LLM | ₹1.91 L |
| LL.M Executive | ₹1.00 L |
| LL.M. and Certificate in Cyber Law in Partnership with IBM | ₹1.10 L |
Lowest Fee LL.M. Colleges
| College | Fees |
| Kazi Nazrul University | ₹720 |
| Kumaun University | ₹2.3 K |
| Ranchi University | ₹3.0 K |
| TNDALU Chennai | ₹4.0 K |
| UNIRAJ | ₹4.6 K |
Highest Fee LL.M. Colleges
| College | Fees |
| OP Jindal Global University | ₹8.56 L |
| Shobhit University Gangoh | ₹7.20 L |
| Teri School of Advanced Studies | ₹6.66 L |
| IIT Kharagpur | ₹5.85 L |
| CT University | ₹5.80 L |
LL.M. ROI Analysis
Best ROI LL.M. Colleges
| College | Total Fees | Average Package | ROI Score |
| SVKM's NMIMS | ₹2.50 L | ₹25.13 L | 100 |
| MLSU | ₹70.7 K | ₹23.10 L | 97.58 |
| XIM University | ₹1.50 L | ₹19.53 L | 93.31 |
| NALSAR | ₹1.75 L | ₹19.00 L | 92.68 |
| HNLU Raipur | ₹1.60 L | ₹15.00 L | 82.14 |
| Banaras Hindu University | ₹8.0 K | ₹10.10 L | 82.06 |
| Maharishi University of Information Technology Noida | ₹80.0 K | ₹10.00 L | 81.94 |
| Renaissance University | ₹65.0 K | ₹9.00 L | 80.74 |
| IIT Kharagpur | ₹5.85 L | ₹24.30 L | 80.62 |
| Pacific University | ₹60.0 K | ₹8.75 L | 80.45 |
Best ROI Government LL.M. Colleges
| College | ROI Score |
| SVKM's NMIMS | 100 |
| MLSU | 97.58 |
| NALSAR | 92.68 |
| HNLU Raipur | 82.14 |
| Banaras Hindu University | 82.06 |
| IIT Kharagpur | 80.62 |
| Lucknow University | 80.27 |
| Jamia Millia Islamia | 77.93 |
| Guru Nanak Dev University | 77.6 |
| GNDU RC Jalandhar | 77.6 |
Best ROI Private LL.M. Colleges
| College | ROI Score |
| XIM University | 93.31 |
| Maharishi University of Information Technology Noida | 81.94 |
| Renaissance University | 80.74 |
| Pacific University | 80.45 |
| Amity University Gwalior | 77.06 |
| ICFAI University Dehradun | 76.58 |
| Presidency University Bangalore | 75.41 |
| Integral University | 74.87 |
| SLS Pune | 74.54 |
| LPU | 74.52 |
LL.M. Highest ROI States
| State | ROI Score |
| Chhattisgarh | 77.31 |
| Punjab | 68.57 |
| Telangana | 68.44 |
| Maharashtra | 68.33 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 66.87 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 65.67 |
| Sikkim | 64.94 |
| Bihar | 64.83 |
| Rajasthan | 62.97 |
| Karnataka | 62.97 |
LL.M. ROI by Specialization
| Specialization | Fees | Package | ROI Score |
| LL.M. in International Trade and Business Law | ₹1.75 L | ₹19.00 L | 92.68 |
| LL.M. in Public Law and Legal Theory | ₹1.75 L | ₹19.00 L | 92.68 |
| LL.M. in Insolvency and Bankruptcy Law | ₹1.75 L | ₹19.00 L | 92.68 |
| LL.M. in Constitutional Law and Administrative Law | ₹1.85 L | ₹16.00 L | 88.32 |
| LL.M. in Competition Law | ₹5.85 L | ₹24.30 L | 84.62 |
| LL.M. in Criminal Law and Justice | ₹5.85 L | ₹24.30 L | 84.62 |
| LL.M. in Taxation | ₹5.85 L | ₹24.30 L | 84.62 |
| LL.M. in Human Rights and Duties Education | ₹57.9 K | ₹10.10 L | 82.06 |
| LL.M. in Banking and Financial Laws | ₹80.0 K | ₹10.00 L | 81.94 |
| LL.M. in Muslim Law | ₹80.0 K | ₹10.00 L | 81.94 |
LL.M. Cutoff Analysis
Admissions to the top colleges offering LL.M. are primarily based on entrance exam scores. The tables below outline the opening and closing ranks across various categories for the AILET in 2025.
LL.M. Previous Year Cutoff Trends
| Year | Average Closing Rank |
| 2025 | 42 |
| 2024 | 40 |
| 2023 | 70 |
Most Competitive LL.M. Colleges
| College | Closing Score |
| National Law University Delhi | 42 |
Lowest Cutoff LL.M. Colleges
| College | Closing Score |
| National Law University Delhi | 42 |
Latest LL.M. Cutoff for AILET 2025
| College | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
| National Law University Delhi | 41 | 42 |
LL.M. General College-wise Cutoff for AILET 2025
| College | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
| National Law University Delhi | 41 | 42 |
LL.M. OBC Category Cutoff (AILET 2025)
| College | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
| National Law University Delhi | 146 | 146 |
LL.M. EWS Category Cutoff (AILET 2025)
| College | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
| National Law University Delhi | 120 | 120 |
LL.M. SC Category Cutoff (AILET 2025)
| College | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
| National Law University Delhi | 423 | 426 |
LL.M. ST Category Cutoff (AILET 2025)
| College | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
| National Law University Delhi | 484 | 484 |
LL.M. Placement Report
Placement outcomes are a critical factor in evaluating LL.M. programmes. Below is a comprehensive overview of the placement statistics, course-wise placement data, and top-performing colleges.
LL.M. Placement Highlights
| Metric | Value |
| Highest Package | ₹1.50 Cr |
| Average Package | ₹7.02 L |
| Median Package | ₹5.66 L |
| Placement Rate | 19% |
LL.M. Placement by Courses
| Course | Average Package |
| LL.M. | ₹6.42 L |
| LLM in Criminal Law | ₹7.31 L |
| LLM in Corporate Law | ₹6.51 L |
| LL.M in Constitutional Law and Admn. Law | ₹8.20 L |
| LL.M. in Constitutional Law | ₹6.30 L |
| LL.M. in Corporate and Commercial Law | ₹8.10 L |
| LL.M. in Criminal and Security Law | ₹7.88 L |
| LL.M. in Business Law | ₹6.91 L |
| LLM in Intellectual Property Rights | ₹6.46 L |
| LL.M. in Human Rights | ₹7.50 L |
Highest Placement LL.M. Colleges
| College | Average Package |
| NALSAR | ₹19.00 L |
| NLU Kolkata | ₹17.00 L |
| IIT Kharagpur | ₹24.30 L |
| SLS Pune | ₹13.31 L |
| GNLU Gandhinagar | ₹7.00 L |
LL.M. Salary Analysis
Salary outcomes are a key indicator of the value of pursuing LL.M. programmes. Below is a detailed analysis of the average starting salaries across various courses and colleges.
LL.M. Salary by Courses
| Course | Average Salary |
| LL.M. in Information Technology Law | ₹11.00 L |
| LL.M. in Banking and Financial Laws | ₹10.00 L |
| LL.M. in Contract, Business and Corporate Law | ₹10.00 L |
| LL.M. in Criminal Law and Forensic Science | ₹10.00 L |
| LL.M. in Family Law | ₹10.00 L |
Highest Paying LL.M. Colleges
| College | Average Salary |
| MLSU | ₹23.10 L |
| NLUO | ₹14.33 L |
| PES University | ₹13.21 L |
| Sandip University Nashik | ₹12.00 L |
| Nirma University | ₹11.22 L |
LL.M. vs Other Courses
Comparing LL.M. with similar course groups in the same stream helps in evaluating fees, placement outcomes, return on investment, and college options. Below is a detailed comparison.
| Parameter | LL.M. | LL.B. | BBA LL.B. | B.Com LL.B |
| Fees | ₹720 – ₹8.56 L | ₹1.1 K – ₹19.15 L | ₹65.0 K – ₹32.27 L | ₹50.7 K – ₹49.75 L |
| Average Package | ₹7.02 L | ₹6.51 L | ₹6.25 L | ₹6.66 L |
| Placement Rate | 19% | 18% | 26% | 23% |
| ROI | 378.7% | 247.7% | 84.9% | 94.3% |
| Colleges | 430 | 394 | 137 | 97 |
LL.M. Frequently Asked Questions
Admission & Eligibility
What is LL.M.?
LL.M. is a popular academic stream typically spanning 1 Year, offered by over 430 colleges in India. It prepares students for diverse professional roles by combining theoretical knowledge with practical training.
Which entrance exams are accepted for LL.M.?
Admissions to LL.M. programmes are commonly based on entrance exams. Popular exams accepted include CLAT, CUET, CBSE Class 12 Exam, MH CET LAW, and CUET PG.
Colleges & Fees
Which are the top colleges offering LL.M.?
Some of the leading colleges offering LL.M. in India include SVKM's NMIMS and IIT Kharagpur. These colleges are highly ranked and preferred for their academics, faculty, and placement records.
How many colleges offer LL.M.?
There are over 430 colleges in India offering programmes within the LL.M. group.
What are the average fees for LL.M.?
The average tuition fees range from ₹720 to ₹8.56 L. Government colleges are highly affordable, whereas private universities generally charge higher tuition fees.
Cutoff & Seats
What is the latest cutoff for LL.M.?
The cutoff depends on the entrance exam and the specific college. For AILET in 2025, the cutoff ranges are detailed in our Cutoff Analysis section above, showing a cutoff label of Closing Score.
How many seats are available for LL.M.?
There are approximately 5 – 600 seats available across all participating colleges in India for these programmes.
Which specialization has the highest seat intake?
Specializations like General typically have the highest intake capacity and see the maximum number of student enrollments each year.
Placements & Salary
What is the average package for LL.M. graduates?
The average salary package secured by graduates is approximately ₹8.50 L, depending on the candidate's skills, college tier, and location.
What is the highest package offered?
The highest placement packages for graduates of this course group reach up to ₹2.50 Cr, typically offered by top-tier MNCs and technology firms during campus recruitments.
Which colleges have the best placements?
Premier institutes and top-ranked colleges like SVKM's NMIMS and IIT Kharagpur are renowned for offering the best placement percentages and average packages.
Which specialization offers the highest salary?
Specializations in high demand, such as General, tend to command the highest starting salary packages in the industry.
Which recruiters hire LL.M. graduates?
Graduates are recruited by leading firms across the Law sector. Top recruiters include major multinational corporations, technical firms, consulting agencies, and domestic enterprises.
ROI & Careers
Which college offers the best ROI?
Ranchi University (15617.00%) offers one of the best Return on Investment (ROI), where low tuition fees are paired with high average salary packages.
Which specialization offers the best ROI?
Core and highly sought-after specializations like General generally offer the best ROI due to strong market demand and high recruiter interest.
What is the future scope of LL.M.?
The future scope is highly promising due to ongoing digital transformation, industrial growth, and the constant need for qualified specialists in the Law sector.
