LLM Criminal Law
A 1-year postgraduate law programme providing advanced expertise in Indian criminal statutes, criminology, criminal procedure, and forensic evidence.
About LLM Criminal Law
LLM in Criminal Law is an advanced postgraduate specialisation for lawyers seeking to deepen expertise in India's criminal justice system. The programme covers the newly enacted Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) — which replace the IPC, CrPC, and Evidence Act — along with criminology, penology, juvenile justice, and forensic evidence.
Who Should Apply
LLB graduates aspiring to appear in criminal courts or High Courts, lawyers seeking to qualify for Public Prosecutor or Government Pleader positions, aspirants targeting the Judicial Services (PCS-J) examination, and professionals working in law enforcement or corrections seeking legal depth.
What Will You Learn
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), criminology and penology, juvenile justice and POCSO Act, white-collar and economic offences, cyber crime law, forensic evidence and DNA testimony, international criminal law, and prison reform.
Admission Process
Hold LLB/integrated law degree with minimum 50% from BCI-recognised university, qualify CLAT PG or institution-specific entrance examination, some NLUs conduct written test and personal interview.
Frequently Asked Questions About LLM Criminal Law
Q. Does LLM Criminal Law help in Judicial Services exams? Yes — the specialised knowledge gives a strong advantage in PCS-J written exams and interviews.
Q. Is LLM required to become a Public Prosecutor? No, but it significantly strengthens applications for government prosecutor posts.
Q. Has the curriculum been updated for BNS/BNSS/BSA? Leading universities have updated syllabi; verify with individual institutions.
Q. What is the salary after LLM Criminal Law? ₹5–10 LPA in practice; judicial officers earn ₹10–20 LPA depending on the state pay commission.
Eligibility Criteria
LLB or 5-year integrated law degree from BCI-recognised university with minimum 50% marks; CLAT PG or university entrance examination.
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