Allahabad University LLM Admission 2026: Fees, Eligibility, Cutoff & Placements

The Allahabad University LLM program is a 2-year full-time postgraduate course under the Faculty of Law, focusing on advanced areas of legal studies such as Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, and International Law. Designed for aspiring academicians, judiciary candidates, and corporate legal professionals, the program emphasizes legal research, jurisprudence, and practical training through moot courts and legal aid clinics.

Admission 2026

• Eligibility: LLB or BA LLB degree from a UGC-recognized university

• Marks Required: 45% (General) | 40% (SC/ST)

• Exams Accepted: PGAT (university-conducted) or CUET PG

• Application Window: April–May 2026

• Exam Mode: Online (June 2026)

Application Steps:

1. Visit allduniv.ac.in → Admission Section

2. Register and fill out the online form

3. Upload scanned LLB marksheet, photo, and signature

4. Pay application fee (INR 1,600 for General; concession for reserved categories)

5. Download admit card for PGAT

Reservation Policy:

• OBC – 27%

• SC – 15%

• ST – 7.5%

• PwD – 5% horizontal

Eligibility Criteria

• Academic Requirement: LLB or BA LLB (5-year) from a recognized university

• Minimum Marks: 45% (General) | 40% (SC/ST)

• Age Limit: No upper age limit

• Final Year Students: Eligible provisionally, subject to qualifying results

Fees Structure 2026

The LLM program at Allahabad University is highly affordable, with a total cost of just INR 2,000 for 2 years, excluding additional charges.

Note: Hostel fees and study materials are separate.

Cutoff 2025 (Reference)

The PGAT cutoff 2025 for LLM admission was:

• Total Intake: ~60 seats

• Cutoffs depend on applicant numbers and exam difficulty

Syllabus

The LLM syllabus spans 4 semesters, covering advanced core subjects, electives, and research.

Semester Breakdown:

• Sem 1: Research Methodology, Constitutional Law

• Sem 2: Jurisprudence, International Law

• Sem 3: Specializations – Criminal Law / Corporate Law / IPR

• Sem 4: Dissertation, Moot Courts, Case Studies

Key Topics:

• Comparative Public Law

• Law & Social Transformation in India

• Human Rights Law

• Intellectual Property Rights

• Environmental Law

Assessment: 30% internal + 70% end-semester exams

Duration and Seats

• Duration: 2 years (4 semesters, full-time)

• Mode: On-campus at Prayagraj

• Total Seats: 60 (including reservations)

Placements

The Faculty of Law has a strong placement network, preparing students for judiciary exams, law firms, and academia.

Top Recruiters:

• High Courts & District Courts

• Luthra & Luthra Law Offices

• Public Sector Undertakings

• NGOs & Legal Aid Societies

Rankings

Scholarships

Allahabad University offers merit and need-based scholarships to LLM students.

Faculty

The Faculty of Law has 15+ professors, including PhD holders and published legal scholars. Faculty-student ratio: 1:4, ensuring individual mentorship.

Facilities

• Central Library: 50,000+ law books, e-databases (Manupatra, SCC Online)

• Moot Court Hall: Simulated trial practice

• Legal Aid Clinic: Real-world legal exposure

• Wi-Fi Hostels: 200+ PG law student capacity

Reviews

• Academics:  4.2/5 (Strong faculty & research focus)

• Placements:  3.8/5 (Better for judiciary prep than corporate law)

• Infrastructure:  4.0/5 (Library excellent, classrooms need upgrade)

Why Choose Allahabad University LLM?

• Affordable fees – INR 2,000 for 2 years

• Historic Faculty of Law (est. 1887)

• Strong judiciary preparation – 70% alumni success in state judiciary exams

• Experienced faculty & legal research focus