Law (LLB)

About CMR University School of Legal Studies

CMR University School of Legal Studies (SOLS) is the law school of CMR University, Bengaluru. The School of Legal Studies states that it has been engaged in legal education since 2003, with an emphasis on academic learning, experiential education, advocacy skills and professional development.

The School offers integrated undergraduate law programmes as well as a 3-year LL.B. for graduates and postgraduate LL.M. programmes. Its approach combines classroom teaching with moot courts, legal clinics, internships, legal research and exposure to emerging areas of law.

The School of Legal Studies is located at the university's OMBR Layout campus in Bengaluru.

Law Programmes at CMR University

CMR University School of Legal Studies currently offers:

1. B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)

• Integrated 5-year programme
• 10 semesters
• Combines arts/humanities with professional legal education
• Designed for students entering law after 10+2

2. B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)

• Integrated 5-year programme
• 10 semesters
• Combines business administration with law
• Suitable for students interested in corporate and commercial legal careers

3. LL.B.

• 3-year professional law programme
• 6 semesters
• Designed for graduates from any discipline

4. LL.M.

CMR University also offers 1-year LL.M. programmes in:

• Constitutional Law
• Commercial Law
• Criminal Law

CMR University Law Courses – Duration, Fees & Eligibility

Programme	Duration	Eligibility	Current Published Fee
B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)	5 Years / 10 Semesters	10+2 / PUC / HSC or equivalent; 45% General, 42% OBC, 40% SC/ST	₹85,000 per semester
B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)	5 Years / 10 Semesters	10+2 / PUC / HSC or equivalent; 45% General, 42% OBC, 40% SC/ST	₹85,000 per semester
LL.B.	3 Years / 6 Semesters	Bachelor's degree; 45% General, 42% OBC, 40% SC/ST	₹75,000 per semester
LL.M.	1 Year	Qualifying law degree	₹60,000 per semester

The current CMR University programme pages publish ₹85,000 per semester for both integrated law programmes and ₹75,000 per semester for the 3-year LL.B. The university's programme listing currently displays these amounts.

For reference, the university's published 2025–26 fee document listed ₹80,000 per semester for B.A. LL.B. and B.B.A. LL.B. and ₹70,000 per semester for LL.B.; the current programme pages now show ₹85,000 and ₹75,000 respectively.

B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) at CMR University

About the Programme

The B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) is a 5-year integrated law programme combining arts/humanities subjects with professional legal education.

The programme is designed to develop understanding of law together with analytical, research, communication and advocacy skills. It includes practical exposure through internships and moot court competitions.

Duration

5 Years / 10 Semesters

Major Areas of Learning

Students are exposed to areas including:

• Constitutional Law
• Criminal Law
• Contract Law
• Family Law
• Property Law
• Corporate & Commercial Law
• Administrative Law
• International Law
• Environmental Law
• Intellectual Property Rights
• Human Rights
• Legal Research
• Legal Writing
• Advocacy
• Legal Procedures

CMR University also highlights exposure to emerging legal domains such as Space Law and Information Technology Law.

Eligibility

Candidates should have passed PUC / HSC / 12th Grade or an equivalent examination from a recognized board.

The current programme page specifies:

• General: 45%
• OBC: 42%
• SC/ST: 40%

Admission

CMR University's current School of Legal Studies information states that admission can be pursued without CLAT. The university indicates that CLAT, LSAT or CMRUAT scores can be accepted for admission, subject to the applicable admission process.

Fees

₹85,000 per semester

Approximate tuition across 10 semesters:

₹8.50 lakh

This is calculated from the currently published semester fee and does not necessarily include other university charges.

Career Opportunities

B.A. LL.B. graduates can explore:

• Litigation
• Legal Consultancy
• Corporate Legal Services
• Legal Research
• Legal Advisory
• Judiciary preparation
• Civil Services
• Public-sector legal roles
• In-house legal positions
• Higher legal education

B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) at CMR University

About the Programme

The B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) is a 5-year integrated programme combining business administration and professional legal education.

The programme covers management concepts along with legal subjects and is particularly relevant for students interested in corporate law, business law, compliance and commercial legal services.

Duration

5 Years / 10 Semesters

Major Areas of Learning

The programme includes areas such as:

• Business Communication
• Principles of Management
• Management Accounting
• Entrepreneurship
• Human Resource Management
• Constitutional Law
• Corporate Law
• Contract Law
• Labour Law
• Family Law
• Taxation
• Legal Research
• Legal Compliance
• Business & Commercial Law
• Legal Negotiation

Eligibility

Candidates should have passed PUC / HSC / 12th Grade or equivalent from a recognized board.

Current eligibility criteria specify:

• General: 45%
• OBC: 42%
• SC/ST: 40%

Admission

CLAT is not mandatory according to CMR University's current programme FAQ. The university states that alternatives include LSAT and CMRUAT.

Fees

₹85,000 per semester

Approximate tuition across 10 semesters:

₹8.50 lakh

Other applicable charges, if any, should be confirmed with the university.

Career Opportunities

B.B.A. LL.B. graduates can explore:

• Corporate Lawyer
• Legal Advisor
• Legal Consultant
• Compliance Officer
• Contract Management
• Corporate Legal Executive
• Legal Analyst
• In-house Counsel
• Banking & Financial Legal Services
• Corporate Governance

CMR University specifically lists corporate lawyer, legal advisor, legal consultant, compliance officer and legal analyst among potential career paths.

3-Year LL.B. at CMR University

About the Programme

The 3-year LL.B. at CMR University is a professional undergraduate law programme for students who have already completed a bachelor's degree.

The programme provides focused legal education across six semesters and covers major areas including criminal law, corporate and commercial law, constitutional law and international law.

Duration

3 Years / 6 Semesters

Major Areas of Learning

Students study areas such as:

• Constitutional Law
• Criminal Law
• Contract Law
• Corporate & Commercial Law
• Family Law
• Property Law
• International Law
• Intellectual Property Rights
• Environmental Law
• Human Rights
• Legal Research
• Legal Writing
• Legal Drafting
• Advocacy
• Legal Procedures

Eligibility

Candidates must have completed a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent institution.

Current CMR University criteria specify:

• General: 45%
• OBC: 42%
• SC/ST: 40%

Admission

CMR University states that CLAT is not mandatory for LL.B. admission and lists CLAT, LSAT and CMRUAT as possible admission routes/scores.

Fees

₹75,000 per semester

Approximate tuition across six semesters:

₹4.50 lakh

This calculation is based on the currently published semester fee.

Career Opportunities

LL.B. graduates can explore:

• Advocate
• Legal Practitioner
• Legal Consultant
• Legal Researcher
• Corporate Legal Officer
• In-house Counsel
• Legal Analyst
• Judicial Services preparation
• Government legal roles
• Higher legal education

CMR University's current LL.B. page specifically identifies legal practitioner, advocate, legal consultant, legal researcher, judicial services and legal officer roles as career opportunities.

LL.M. at CMR University

CMR University's School of Legal Studies currently lists three 1-year LL.M. options:

LL.M. – Constitutional Law

Focuses on constitutional principles, public law, governance and related legal issues.

LL.M. – Commercial Law

Focuses on commercial and business-related legal subjects.

LL.M. – Criminal Law

Focuses on criminal justice, substantive criminal law and related legal issues.

Duration

1 Year

Current Published Fee

₹60,000 per semester

CMR University Law Admission 2026–27

CMR University's School of Legal Studies currently offers admission pathways for its integrated law programmes and 3-year LL.B. programme.

Admission Process

Step 1 – Check Eligibility

Confirm the academic requirements for the selected programme.

Step 2 – Submit Application

Complete the CMR University application process.

Step 3 – Entrance/Admission Route

Depending on the programme and applicable admission rules, candidates may use:

• CLAT
• LSAT
• CMRUAT
• Other applicable admission criteria

CMR University's current LL.B. information specifically states that CLAT is not mandatory.

Step 4 – Document Verification

Submit the required academic and identity documents.

Step 5 – Admission Confirmation

Complete the required fee payment and enrolment formalities.

Campus & Seats

The School of Legal Studies is located at CMR University's OMBR Layout campus in Bengaluru.

The university's current programme information highlights:

• Digitally enabled classrooms
• Moot court facilities
• Legal clinics
• Library and legal research resources
• Internships
• Training activities
• Seminars and professional interactions

The OMBR campus is located in the Banaswadi/OMBR area of Bengaluru.

Seats

A verified programme-wise 2026–27 seat intake is not clearly stated on the current CMR University programme pages.

Seat Intake: To be confirmed.

Why Choose CMR University School of Legal Studies?

1. Established School of Legal Studies

CMR University states that its School of Legal Studies has been involved in legal education since 2003.

2. Multiple Law Pathways

Students can choose from:

• B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)
• B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)
• 3-year LL.B.
• LL.M. programmes

3. Practical Legal Education

The School highlights:

• Moot courts
• Legal clinics
• Internships
• Advocacy training
• Legal research

4. Emerging Legal Areas

Students receive exposure to emerging areas including Space Law and Information Technology Law, according to the School's current information.

5. Career & Internship Support

The School states that its Internship and Placement Cell facilitates:

• Structured internships
• Campus recruitment
• Career-readiness workshops
• Networking with law firms
• Interaction with senior advocates
• Corporate legal-team exposure

Career Opportunities After Law at CMR University

Litigation & Advocacy

Graduates can explore:

• Advocate
• Litigation Associate
• Legal Practitioner
• Legal Researcher
• Legal Consultant

Corporate Legal Careers

Potential areas include:

• Corporate Law
• In-house Legal Counsel
• Compliance
• Contract Management
• Corporate Governance
• Commercial Law
• Banking & Finance Law

Government & Judiciary

Students can prepare for:

• Judicial Services
• Civil Services
• Government legal positions
• Public-sector legal roles

Emerging Legal Areas

Career opportunities may also exist in:

• Cyber Law
• Information Technology Law
• Intellectual Property Rights
• Environmental Law
• Space Law
• International Law

Placements & Career Support

CMR University School of Legal Studies states that its Internship and Placement Cell supports students through structured internships, campus recruitment, career-readiness workshops and networking opportunities with law firms, senior advocates and corporate legal teams.

The university's current School of Legal Studies pages do not provide a verified 2026 law-specific highest package, average package or placement percentage.

Therefore, university-wide placement figures should not automatically be represented as law-school placement figures.

Placement Parameter	Current Public Information
Internship Support	Available
Placement Cell	Available
Career Readiness Workshops	Available
Campus Recruitment	Available
Law-specific Placement %	Not published
Law-specific Highest Package	Not published
Law-specific Average Package	Not published

Complete Fee Summary

Programme	Duration	Published Semester Fee	Approx. Tuition for Full Duration
B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)	5 Years	₹85,000	₹8.50 lakh
B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)	5 Years	₹85,000	₹8.50 lakh
LL.B.	3 Years	₹75,000	₹4.50 lakh
LL.M.	1 Year	₹60,000	₹1.20 lakh

*Approximate calculation based on the currently published semester fee and the standard number of semesters. Other charges, scholarships, concessions, hostel and miscellaneous fees may apply.

FAQs – CMR University School of Legal Studies, Bangalore

1. What law courses does CMR University School of Legal Studies offer?

CMR University School of Legal Studies currently offers the following programmes:

• B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) – 5 Years
• B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) – 5 Years
• LL.B. – 3 Years
• LL.M. – Constitutional Law
• LL.M. – Commercial Law
• LL.M. – Criminal Law

The School of Legal Studies also provides legal education through practical and experiential learning, including moot courts, internships and legal clinics.

2. What is the duration of the law courses at CMR University?

The undergraduate integrated programmes B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) and B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) are 5-year programmes consisting of 10 semesters.

The standalone LL.B. is a 3-year programme consisting of 6 semesters.

CMR University currently lists its LL.M. programmes as 1-year postgraduate programmes.

3. What is the eligibility for B.A. LL.B. at CMR University?

Candidates seeking admission to the five-year B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) programme must have passed PUC, HSC, Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board.

The current programme page specifies:

• 45% aggregate marks for the general category
• 42% for OBC candidates
• 40% for SC/ST candidates

The programme combines Arts/Humanities subjects with legal education.

4. What is the eligibility for B.B.A. LL.B. at CMR University?

Candidates must have passed PUC, HSC, Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board.

CMR University's current B.B.A. LL.B. eligibility criteria specify:

• 45% aggregate marks for general candidates
• 42% for OBC candidates
• 40% for SC/ST candidates

Students from different Class 12 streams can apply provided they meet the prescribed eligibility criteria.

5. What is the eligibility for the 3-Year LL.B. at CMR University?

Candidates applying for the three-year LL.B. must have completed a Bachelor's degree in any discipline under the 10+2+3/4/5 pattern from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification recognised by CMR University.

The current eligibility requirement is:

• 45% marks for general candidates
• 42% for OBC candidates
• 40% for SC/ST candidates

The programme is intended for graduates who want to pursue professional legal education after completing their bachelor's degree.

6. What is the fee for B.A. LL.B. at CMR University?

CMR University's current programme page lists the B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) fee as ₹85,000 per semester.

Since the programme consists of 10 semesters, the listed semester fee works out to approximately ₹8.50 lakh over five years, before considering any applicable additional charges, revisions, concessions or scholarships.

Students should confirm the final fee payable for their admission year directly with CMR University.

7. What is the fee for B.B.A. LL.B. at CMR University?

The current CMR University B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) programme page lists the fee as ₹85,000 per semester.

For the 10-semester programme, this corresponds to approximately ₹8.50 lakh in semester fees, subject to the university's applicable fee structure, revisions, scholarships and other charges.

Students should verify the final 2026–27 fee schedule before admission.

8. What is the fee for the 3-Year LL.B. at CMR University?

CMR University's current LL.B. programme page lists the fee as ₹75,000 per semester.

For six semesters, the listed semester fees total approximately ₹4.50 lakh, before any applicable additional charges, concessions or scholarships.

Students should confirm the final amount payable during the admission process.

9. Does CMR University require CLAT for law admission?

No. CMR University's programme information states that CLAT is not mandatory for admission to its law programmes.

The university states that applicants may use scores from recognised law entrance examinations such as CLAT or LSAT, or take the CMRUAT route, subject to the applicable admission process.

10. What is the difference between B.A. LL.B., B.B.A. LL.B. and LL.B. at CMR University?

The three programmes differ mainly in their entry point and interdisciplinary component.

B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)

• 5 years
• For students after Class 12
• Combines Arts/Humanities with Law
• Includes areas such as Political Science, Economics and Sociology alongside legal studies

B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)

• 5 years
• For students after Class 12
• Combines Business Administration and Law
• Includes management, economics, accounting, entrepreneurship and legal subjects

LL.B.

• 3 years
• For students who have already completed a bachelor's degree
• Focuses primarily on professional legal education and legal practice-oriented subjects

11. What subjects are covered in the law programmes at CMR University?

CMR University's law curriculum covers a broad range of legal subjects.

Students can study areas including:

• Constitutional Law
• Contract Law
• Jurisprudence
• Criminal Law
• Family Law
• Property Law
• Company Law
• Banking Law
• Administrative Law
• Labour Law
• Public International Law
• Environmental Law
• Alternative Dispute Resolution
• Civil Procedure
• Law of Evidence
• Taxation Law
• Intellectual Property Rights
• Cyber Law
• Professional Ethics
• Drafting, Pleading and Conveyancing

The integrated programmes also include interdisciplinary subjects. B.A. LL.B. incorporates areas such as Political Science, Economics and Sociology, while B.B.A. LL.B. includes Business Communication, Management, Entrepreneurship, Accounting, Marketing and Financial Management.

12. What are the career opportunities after completing law at CMR University?

Law graduates can explore careers across several areas, depending on their qualifications, professional requirements and interests.

Potential career paths include:

• Advocate
• Legal Practitioner
• Corporate Lawyer
• Legal Advisor
• Legal Consultant
• Legal Researcher
• Corporate Legal Officer
• Compliance Professional
• Legal Analyst
• In-house Counsel
• Government Legal Officer
• Judicial Services
• Arbitration and Mediation
• Law Firms
• Legal Process Outsourcing

CMR University specifically lists opportunities such as corporate lawyer, legal advisor, legal consultant, compliance officer, legal analyst and government legal officer for B.B.A. LL.B. graduates. Its LL.B. programme lists legal practitioner, advocate, legal consultant, legal researcher, judicial services and legal officer roles.

13. Is CMR University School of Legal Studies recognised?

CMR University School of Legal Studies is an established legal-education school that has been operating since 2003.

The School describes its programmes as combining academic legal education with experiential learning through moot courts, legal clinics, internships and exposure to emerging areas of law.

Students should verify the latest statutory approvals and recognition details applicable to their specific programme with CMR University before admission.

14. Where is CMR University School of Legal Studies located?

CMR University School of Legal Studies is located at the university's OMBR campus in Bengaluru, Karnataka.

The CMR University administration office is listed at:

#2, 3rd 'C' Cross,
6th 'A' Main, HRBR Layout,
2nd Block, Kalyana Nagar,
Bengaluru – 560043, Karnataka.

The School of Legal Studies programme pages identify the law programmes with the OMBR campus location.

15. Does CMR University School of Legal Studies provide internships and practical legal exposure?

Yes. Practical and experiential learning is a significant part of CMR University's School of Legal Studies.

Students receive opportunities through:

• Moot Court Competitions
• Legal Clinics
• Internships
• Legal Research
• Case Analysis
• Drafting and Pleading
• Client Interviewing
• Trial Observation
• Seminars and Professional Interactions

CMR University's School of Legal Studies states that its Internship and Placement Cell facilitates structured internships, campus recruitment, career-readiness workshops and networking with law firms, senior advocates and corporate legal teams.

The programme structures also specifically include Moot Court, Observation of Trial and Client Interviewing, providing students with opportunities to develop practical legal and advocacy skills.