LL.M.
Programme Overview
The LLM programme at the School of Law aims to develop strong legal research skills among the students and the ability to apply key concepts of substantive and procedural law to specific situations. Through a thorough study of society, laws, and judicial procedures, students learn to analyse and solve legal problems through logical reasoning. The programme also teaches the theories and practices of legislative enactment and interpretation, and trains students to apply these skills in simulated court sessions. Students have the option to specialise in one of four areas: constitutional law, criminal law, international law, or business law.
Duration & Fees
Duration
1 Year
Applications Open for 2027
Fee Per Year
₹ 2,00,000
Cautionary Deposit: Rs. 25,000/- Refundable
Eligibility
The candidate should have passed a 3/4-year Bachelor’s degree in Law from a UGC-approved institution/university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks or its equivalent. (At least 45% aggregate marks for candidates belonging to the Reserved Category from Maharashtra State only.)
Selection Process
Admission will be based on the score of Personal Interaction (PI), conducted by MIT-WPU as per the prescribed schedule.
Programme Highlights
- Advisory board made up of high court judges, senior advocates in the Supreme Court, and in-house counsels for business corporations.
- A dedicated library of School of Law, in addition to the main university library
- The university offers International, National and Rural immersion programmes for sensitising the students to ground level problems and learn complex problem solving
- Curriculum is taught by law experts, practicing lawyers, international faculty, and guest lecturers, and have been approved by the Bar Council of India and the University Grants Commission
- Collaboration with LSAT India and LSAC Global Law Alliance India
- A dedicated Employability, Placement, and Career Advancement Cell to help students develop a high employability index (HEI).
- The curriculum is contemporary and emphasises hands-on experience
- Vidhi Saamvad Series - regular lecture series on poignant topics
- Dedicated centre for training in Corporate and Business Laws
- Literary and Debate Committee to develop elocution and oratory skills
- Moot court session, MUN, and Parliamentary debates for hands-on experience
Programme Structure
| Sr. No | Course Type | Course Name/Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| I | Compulsory | Research Methods and Legal Writing | 4 |
| I | Compulsory | Comparative Public Law | 4 |
| I | Compulsory | Law and Justice in a Globalising World | 4 |
| I | Specialization | Specialisation Elective – I | 3 |
| I | Specialization | Specialisation Elective – II | 3 |
| I | UC | Scientific Studies of Mind, Matter, Spirit and Consciousness | 2 |
| I | UC | Yoga | 2 |
| Sr. No | Course Type | Course Name/Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| II | Specialization | Specialisation Elective – III | 3 |
| II | Specialization | Specialisation Elective – IV | 3 |
| II | Specialization | Specialisation Elective – V | 3 |
| II | Specialization | Specialisation Elective – VI | 3 |
| II | Compulsory | Dissertation | 6 |
| II | UC | Peacebuilding: Global Initiatives | 2 |
Career Prospects
Lawyers
Judges
Academician
Corporate lawyers
Public Prosecutors
Legal firms executives
Legal Advisors
Legal aids in NGO
Officers in Ministry of Law & Justice
Programme Outcomes
- Develop advanced legal research skills and the ability to critically analyse and apply key concepts of substantive and procedural law across specialised domains such as constitutional law, criminal law, international law, and business law.
- Demonstrate strong written and oral communication through rigorous moot court sessions, debates, and legal writing, preparing graduates for advocacy, academia, and judicial roles.
- Acquire a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between law, society, and judicial processes, enabling effective engagement with socio-economic and grassroots legal issues through immersion programmes and practical exposure.
- Exhibit professional and ethical responsibility in legal practice, with skills in negotiation, counseling, and legal reasoning relevant to diverse legal careers including corporate law, public service, and legal advisory roles.
- Apply legal knowledge to real-world challenges, contributing to policy development, legal reforms, and the advancement of justice at local, national, and international levels.
FAQs
Graduates can pursue roles as lawyers, judges, academicians, corporate lawyers, public prosecutors, legal advisors, and more.
Yes, students participate in internships, legal aid clinics, and field visits to courts, law firms, and NGOs as part of the practical training.
The programme uses a blend of lectures, seminars, case studies, moot courts, workshops, and interactive sessions with legal experts.
Yes, students benefit from guest lectures, alumni interactions, legal workshops, and seminars with prominent legal professionals and judges.
admissions@mitwpu.edu.in
