Career in Law: Ultimate Beginner’s Guide

5-Year Integrated Course

After Class 12th

Degrees: B.A. LL.B., B.B.A. LL.B., B.Com. LL.B.
Duration: 5 Years (10 Semesters).
Ideal For: Students who are certain about a career in law right after school.
Top Colleges: NLUs (National Law Universities), Symbiosis, Jindal Global.

3-Year LL.B. Course

After Graduation

Degrees: LL.B. (Bachelor of Legislative Law).
Duration: 3 Years (6 Semesters).
Ideal For: Graduates in Arts, Science, or Commerce who decide to switch to law.
Top Colleges: Delhi University (CLC), GLK Mumbai.

CLAT

Common Law Admission Test
(For 22 NLUs)

AILET

All India Law Entrance Test
(For NLU Delhi)

LSAT-India

Law School Admission Test
(For Private Universities)

MH-CET

Maharashtra Common Entrance Test
(For GLC & ILS)

Corporate Lawyer

Work with law firms or companies. Handle mergers, acquisitions, contracts, and compliance. High growth and salary potential.

Litigation (Advocate)

Traditional practice in courts. Representing clients in Civil, Criminal, or Family matters. Requires patience and strong argumentation skills.

Judiciary Services

Become a Judge or Magistrate by clearing the State Judicial Services Exam. A highly prestigious government position.

Legal Advisor

In-house counsel for banks, MNCs, or startups. Focuses on internal legal issues, labor laws, and risk management.

Cyber & IP Law

Emerging fields dealing with internet crimes, data privacy, patents, and trademarks. High demand in the tech era.

Legal Process Outsourcing

Drafting and researching for foreign law firms (US/UK) from India. Good work-life balance and corporate exposure.

Complete Your Degree

Finish your 3-year or 5-year LL.B. from a BCI (Bar Council of India) recognized university.

State Bar Registration

Enroll with your respective State Bar Council (e.g., Bar Council of Tamil Nadu). You will receive a provisional ID.

Clear AIBE

Pass the All India Bar Examination within 2 years of enrollment to get your permanent "Certificate of Practice".