B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) - Course Overview

• Minimum 50% marks in class X and XII

• Examination Pathway: 
  Admissions through ULSAT (UPES Legal Studies Aptitude Test)
• Non-Examination Pathway:
  • CLAT Merit
  • Board Merit

Up to 20% of seats shall be filled through the Board Merit/CLAT AIR Category.

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The School of Law is a constituent college of UPES. It offers highly integrated undergraduate programs designed to develop legal and techno-legal professionals specialising in Corporate Law, Energy Law, Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), and Cyber Law. All programs offered by the UPES School of Law are approved by the Bar Council of India. The integrated programs provided by School of Law are the first of their kind in South Asia. UPES is the only university in India that has partnered with The University of Law (ULaw), a globally reputed university for legal studies based in the UK. This partnership has led to a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that provides numerous opportunities for students, including:

• Scholarships for postgraduate programs
• Faculty and student exchange programs
• Online modules
• Summer school program
• Research collaborations
• Collaborative seminars, moot courts, conferences, and student competitions

BA LL.B (Hons.) is a professional integrated degree that opens up a wide range of career opportunities for graduates. After completing the program, students can choose to work as lawyers in various fields, such as Corporate Law, Criminal Law, Taxation Law, Intellectual Property Law, Or Environmental Law. Graduates can also work in law firms, government agencies, or corporate legal departments. Moreover, the program prepares students to pursue higher education and research in law, leading to advanced degrees such as LL.M. or Ph.D.
Overall, the BA LL.B. (Hons.) program equips graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in the legal profession and pursue various career opportunities.

The programs offered by the university have a range of features that set it apart from other law programs. The university has received numerous accolades, including a QS 5-star rating for Employability, University of the Year (North India) awarded by ASSOCHAM, and an Accredited Grade 'A' by NAAC.

 As per the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024, the Ministry of Education, India, School of Law, UPES has been ranked 29 in Law and among the Top 10 Private Law colleges in India by India Today.

We have a vision to provide quality legal education in this new age of digital transformation. The institute is committed to not only exploring but also implementing an outcome-based education. We focus on applying the new-age learning technologies to competency-based, adaptive and collaborative education. This will help us create a learning space which meets the unique needs of every student.

In the coming years, we aim to focus on digital learning through a balanced combination of technology, digital content, live instruction and experiential learning. Our partnerships with global institutions would provide our students with much-needed 'international exposure at home'. We have the privilege of becoming the first Indian university to partner with the UK-based University of Law. School of Law, UPES and UK-based The University of Law (ULaw), one of the most reputed universities for legal studies globally, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that aims to provide opportunities to students such as –

• Scholarships for postgraduate programs
• Faculty and student exchange
• Online modules
• Summer school program
• Research collaboration
• Collaborative seminars, moot courts, conferences and student competitions.

We also have MoUs with renowned institutions such as Maurer School of Law and Nottingham Trent University to provide progression opportunities for higher education. The School of Law, UPES has taken another step towards bridging the gap between industry and academia. In line with the guidelines released by the University Grants Commission, we have appointed top legal practitioners as Professors of Practice to inculcate practical skills to students through their vast industry experience. Finally, the program offers unmatched global opportunities, ensuring students are well-prepared for the international legal market.

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Graduates can pursue various career opportunities after completing the BA LL.B. (Hons.) program in India. They can practise law in various fields, such as corporate law, criminal law, taxation law, intellectual property law, or environmental law, either as advocates or legal consultants. Graduates can also work as legal advisors or consultants in law firms, government agencies, or corporate legal departments. Additionally, they can pursue a career in the judiciary by appearing for the Indian Judicial Services examination. Furthermore, graduates can pursue higher education and research in law, leading to advanced degrees such as LL.M. or Ph.D., or choose to become law professors in universities or law schools. Overall, the BA LL.B. (Hons.) program in India provides graduates with diverse career opportunities in the legal profession.

The average salary for BA LL.B. (Hons.) graduates in India depend on various factors such as the industry, job role, location, and experience. In general, fresh graduates can expect an average starting salary of around ₹ 5 lakhs per annum. However, as graduates gain experience and expertise in their field, they can expect to earn higher salaries ranging from INR Rs. 6-12 lakhs per annum or more. Senior lawyers and legal consultants with significant experience and a strong reputation in the industry can earn much higher salaries, ranging from INR Rs. 20-50 lakhs or more per annum. Ultimately, the salary after completing the BA LL.B. (Hons.) programs in India vary depending on individual skills, experience, and job roles.

Yes, hostel facility is provided by the University. Residential blocks have been earmarked for limited on-campus accommodation (on first come, first serve basis), separately for boys and girls on triple sharing basis. Students wishing to avail hostel facility (on-campus) will need to deposit fee in advance.

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