LLM
Master of Laws
LLM Fee Structure 2026
The fee structure for Master of Laws (LLM) varies significantly based on the type of institution. Government colleges charge an average of ₹2.10 Lakh for the complete programme, while private institutions average around ₹2.38 Lakh. Overall, LLM fees range from ₹12,040 to ₹5.57 Lakh across listed colleges. Currently, 42 colleges in India offer LLM programmes.
College-wise LLM Fees
| # | College | City | Type | Total Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Siksha O Anusandhan University
SOA University |
Bhubaneswar, Odisha | Deemed | - | Details |
| 2 |
Amity University Noida
Amity Noida |
Noida, Uttar Pradesh | Private | - | Details |
| 3 |
Jamia Hamdard
Jamia Hamdard |
New Delhi, Delhi | Deemed | - | Details |
| 4 |
University of Kashmir
Kashmir University |
Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir | Government | - | Details |
| 5 |
Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University
HNBGU |
Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir | Government | - | Details |
| 6 |
Savitribai Phule Pune University
SPPU |
Pune, Maharashtra | Government | - | Details |
| 7 |
Jamia Millia Islamia
JMI |
New Delhi, Delhi | Government | - | Details |
| 8 |
Aligarh Muslim University
AMU |
Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh | Government | - | Details |
| 9 |
Gauhati University
GU |
Guwahati, Assam | Government | - | Details |
| 10 |
Pandit Ravishankar Shukla University
PRSU |
Raipur, Chhattisgarh | Government | - | Details |
| 11 |
Koneru Lakshmaiah Education Foundation University
KL University |
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh | Deemed | - | Details |
| 12 |
Manipal University Jaipur
MUJ |
Jaipur, Rajasthan | Private | - | Details |
| 13 |
Graphic Era Deemed to be University
GEU |
Dehradun, Uttarakhand | Deemed | - | Details |
| 14 |
Osmania University
OU |
Hyderabad, Telangana | Government | - | Details |
| 15 |
Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya
GGV |
Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh | Government | - | Details |
| 16 |
Shivaji University
SUK |
Kolhapur, Maharashtra | Government | - | Details |
| 17 |
University of Madras
UNOM |
Chennai, Tamil Nadu | Government | - | Details |
| 18 |
Manipur University
Manipur University |
Imphal, Manipur | Government | - | Details |
| 19 |
University of Delhi
DU |
New Delhi, Delhi | Government | ₹12,040 | Details |
| 20 |
Banaras Hindu University
BHU |
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh | Government | ₹15,000 | Details |
Government vs Private LLM Fees
LLM Fees by Institution Category
Fee comparison across different types of institutions offering LLM
| Category | Colleges | Lowest Fee | Highest Fee | Average Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University | 22 | ₹12,040 | ₹5.52 Lakh | ₹1.95 Lakh |
| IIT | 1 | ₹2.00 Lakh | ₹2.00 Lakh | ₹2.00 Lakh |
| Institute | 1 | ₹5.57 Lakh | ₹5.57 Lakh | ₹5.57 Lakh |
State-wise LLM Fees
Fee ranges across different states for LLM colleges
| State | Colleges | Lowest Fee | Highest Fee | Average Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assam | 1 | ₹73,520 | ₹73,520 | ₹73,520 |
| Telangana | 2 | ₹30,000 | ₹1.65 Lakh | ₹97,500 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 2 | ₹15,000 | ₹1.85 Lakh | ₹1.00 Lakh |
| Delhi | 2 | ₹12,040 | ₹2.61 Lakh | ₹1.37 Lakh |
| Andhra Pradesh | 1 | ₹1.50 Lakh | ₹1.50 Lakh | ₹1.50 Lakh |
| Tamil Nadu | 2 | ₹1.25 Lakh | ₹2.00 Lakh | ₹1.63 Lakh |
| Rajasthan | 2 | ₹1.52 Lakh | ₹1.82 Lakh | ₹1.67 Lakh |
| West Bengal | 2 | ₹2.00 Lakh | ₹2.60 Lakh | ₹2.30 Lakh |
| Maharashtra | 2 | ₹2.25 Lakh | ₹2.60 Lakh | ₹2.43 Lakh |
| Punjab | 2 | ₹1.68 Lakh | ₹3.20 Lakh | ₹2.44 Lakh |
| Himachal Pradesh | 1 | ₹2.68 Lakh | ₹2.68 Lakh | ₹2.68 Lakh |
| Gujarat | 2 | ₹1.07 Lakh | ₹5.52 Lakh | ₹3.30 Lakh |
| Odisha | 1 | ₹3.50 Lakh | ₹3.50 Lakh | ₹3.50 Lakh |
| Karnataka | 2 | ₹2.40 Lakh | ₹5.57 Lakh | ₹3.98 Lakh |
LLM Fee Comparison by Institution Type
LLM Fee Structure Comparison
| Institution Type | Total Fees | Duration | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top NLUs | ₹1.5 - 3 lakh (total) | 1 year | NLSIU Bangalore, NALSAR Hyderabad, NLU Delhi, NUJS Kolkata |
| Other NLUs | ₹1 - 2.5 lakh (total) | 1 year | GNLU, RMLNLU, CNLU, NLUO, NUALS |
| Central Universities | ₹10,000 - ₹1 lakh (total) | 2 years | Delhi University, BHU, AMU, Jamia |
| State Universities | ₹10,000 - ₹80,000 (total) | 2 years | State university law departments across India |
| Elite Private | ₹5 - 15 lakh (total) | 1-2 years | Jindal Global Law School, Symbiosis |
Financial Considerations
- NLU LLM is affordable: At ₹1.5-3 lakh total for 1 year, NLU LLM offers excellent value given placement access and brand advantage.
- Central university value: DU and BHU LLM costs under ₹1 lakh total for 2 years - among the cheapest postgraduate degrees in India.
- UGC NET-JRF fellowship: Qualifying UGC NET with JRF (Junior Research Fellowship) provides ₹37,000/month fellowship during LLM - essentially making education free.
- LLM abroad comparison: US/UK LLM costs $60,000-80,000+ (₹50-65 lakh). Indian NLU LLM is 20-40x cheaper and increasingly respected domestically.
Fee & Scholarship Information
- Fees shown are total programme fees and may vary by specialisation, batch, and category. Always verify current fees on the college's official website.
- Government colleges typically offer fee waivers and tuition reductions for SC/ST/OBC/EWS and PwD category students.
- Many institutions offer merit-based scholarships, education loans, and instalment payment options. Check individual college pages for details.
Frequently Asked Questions - LLM Fees
LLM fees at NLUs range from ₹1-3 Lakh per year. University law departments like DU and BHU are more affordable at ₹10,000-₹50,000 per year. Private law schools may charge ₹2-5 Lakh. The one-year programme keeps total costs manageable.
LLM provides specialised legal expertise that can open doors to academia, niche practice areas, and international opportunities. The ROI is strongest when the specialisation aligns with market demand, such as corporate law, IP, or international trade law.
NLUs and private law schools offer merit-based scholarships. UGC fellowships are available for LLM students pursuing research. International LLM scholarships (Chevening, Fulbright, Rhodes) are available for candidates looking to study abroad.
Several international universities offer funded or partially funded LLM programmes. UK LLMs are one-year programmes. US LLMs at top schools are expensive but open doors to international practice. Scholarships and loans can reduce the financial burden.
LLM fees are generally lower than BA LLB at the same NLU since the programme is only one year. However, fees vary across NLUs based on location and infrastructure. Older NLUs with established programmes may charge slightly more.