KSLU LLM Criminal Law Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (Year 1)	INR 19,800
Other Fees (Year 1)	INR 22,886
Tuition Fee (Year 2)	INR 19,800
Other Fees (Year 2)	INR 16,366
Total Fees (2 Years)	INR 78,852

Application fee is INR 1,000 for general category and INR 500 for SC/ST candidates.

Other fees include examination, library, and university registration charges payable each year.

KSLU LLM Criminal Law Admission 2026

Event	Date
LLM Application Window Opened	June 2026 (Tentative)
Application Closing Date	July 2026 (Tentative)
Merit List Declaration	July 2026 (Tentative)
Document Verification and Admission	July to August 2026 (Tentative)
Class Commencement	August 2026 (Tentative)

Applications are submitted online through the official KSLU portal at kslu.karnataka.gov.in.

Merit list is published on the KSLU portal and candidates must report within the notified window for admission.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

LLB or LLB (Hons) degree from a UGC-recognized university with minimum 55% aggregate (50% for SC/ST as per Karnataka government norms).

Candidates from recognized foreign universities may apply subject to equivalence certification.

No entrance examination is required for LLM admission at KSLU.

Admission Process

Apply online through the KSLU admission portal during the notified application window, typically opening in June each year.

Upload LLB mark sheets, degree certificate, proof of category, and other required documents.

Merit list is prepared based on LLB aggregate percentage across all years of the degree.

Attend document verification at KSLU Hubli campus after merit list is published.

Pay the first-year fee at the KSLU finance office to confirm admission and receive the joining order.

✓ Opt for this if

You are a Karnataka LLB graduate seeking affordable LLM specialization in criminal law.
You aim for a career in criminal litigation, public prosecution, or criminal justice academia.
You value a state university LLM degree for Karnataka judicial services eligibility.
Low total fee of INR 78,852 for 2 years fits your budget.

✗ Skip if

You need a National Law School degree for elite law firm placement after LLM.
You prefer a metropolitan campus with stronger alumni networks in corporate law.
Your LLB aggregate falls below 55%, making you ineligible under merit criteria.

KSLU LLM Criminal Law Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Wrangler Dr DC Pavate Diamond Jubilee Scholarship	Cash award as per KSLU norms	Student securing first rank in any KSLU course or subject
Karnataka State Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST)	Full tuition reimbursement	SC/ST students domiciled in Karnataka enrolled in recognized PG law programmes
NSP Central Sector Scholarship	INR 10,000 to 20,000 per year	Top 20 percentile undergraduate scorers with family income below INR 8 Lakhs per year

Apply for Karnataka state scholarships through the State Scholarship Portal before the annual deadline.

KSLU merit awards are announced at the annual convocation based on academic performance across semesters.

KSLU LLM Criminal Law FAQs

Ques. Is there an entrance exam for LLM Criminal Law at KSLU?

Ans. No, KSLU does not conduct a separate entrance examination for LLM admission. Selection for LLM Criminal Law at Karnataka State Law University is entirely merit-based, determined by the candidate’s aggregate percentage in LLB or LLB (Hons). Candidates with a minimum 55% in LLB (50% for SC/ST under Karnataka norms) are eligible to apply.

Ques. What is the total fee for LLM Criminal Law at KSLU?

Ans. The total fee for LLM Criminal Law at KSLU is INR 78,852 for the entire 2-year programme. Year 1 total is INR 42,686 (tuition INR 19,800 plus other charges INR 22,886) and Year 2 total is INR 36,166 (tuition INR 19,800 plus other charges INR 16,366). Application fee is INR 1,000 for general category and INR 500 for SC/ST candidates.

Ques. What career options are available after LLM Criminal Law from KSLU?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as criminal law advocates, public prosecutors, legal aid lawyers, and judicial services aspirants. KSLU’s LLM is recognized for Karnataka Judicial Services and similar state-level recruitment. Some graduates pursue teaching positions in law schools or research roles at legal policy institutions. The specialization in criminal law also supports roles in the National Legal Services Authority and related bodies.

Ques. What is the ranking of KSLU among law colleges in India?

Ans. Karnataka State Law University holds IIRF 2025 Rank 28 among law colleges in India and ranks 2nd among law institutions in Karnataka. While KSLU is not featured in the NIRF law rankings due to being a university rather than a standalone law school, its IIRF rank reflects its standing as a recognized state law university with established academic programmes across LLB, LLM, and PhD levels.

Ques. Can students from outside Karnataka apply for KSLU LLM Criminal Law?

Ans. Yes, students from outside Karnataka can apply for LLM Criminal Law at KSLU. While Karnataka domicile students may receive preference in certain scholarship schemes, admission to LLM is open to candidates from across India based on LLB aggregate merit. International candidates may also apply subject to equivalence certification from the Association of Indian Universities for their undergraduate law degree.

KSLU L.L.M Criminal Law: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility