The notification and online application forms for the University of Calcutta LL.M Admission 2025-26 have been released. Admissions are open for the 2-year LL.M program across five affiliated institutions. Interested eligible candidates must submit their applications online through the official admission portal.
Calcutta University LL.M Admission 2025-26: Summary
The Faculty of Law, University of Calcutta, has invited online applications for admission to the first year of the 2-year LL.M course for the academic session 2025-2026. The admission process involves two categories: Part-A for CU BA LL.B Hons. graduates and Part-B for all other eligible candidates based on an entrance test. Applications can be submitted for up to five participating colleges with an order of preference.
Important Details
- Organising Body: University of Calcutta, Faculty of Law
- Program Name: 2-Year LL.M Course
- Participating Institutes: 5 (Department of Law CU, Surendranath Law College, Jogesh Chandra Chaudhuri Law College, South Calcutta Law College, Kolkata Police Law Institute)
- Mode of Application: Online
- Official Admission Portal: University Website
- Help Desk Email: cuadmissionllm@gmail.com
- Helpline: 6293500459 / 7890628809 / 8585842324 (10:30 AM – 5:30 PM, Mon-Sat)
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: January 1, 2026
- Online Application Start Date: January 2, 2026
- Last Date for Application & Fee Payment: January 12, 2026
- Hall Ticket Download: From January 16, 2026
- Entrance Test (CULET-PG 2025) Date: January 27, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Entrance Test Result & Further Schedule: To be notified
Application Fee
- General/OBC/Others: ₹800 (Non-refundable)
- SC/ST/PWD: ₹400 (Non-refundable)
- Payment Mode: Online via BILL DESK Gateway on the admission portal.
Key Eligibility
- Educational Qualification: Passed Bachelor of Law (LL.B/BA LL.B) from a recognized university.
- Additional Note (Addendum): Candidates who have appeared in the final semester/part may also apply but must produce the final passed mark sheet before the merit list publication.
Selection Process
- Part-A (50% seats): Merit-based on marks obtained in the CU BA LL.B Hons. examination.
- Part-B (50% seats): Merit-based on the Calcutta University Law Entrance Test (CULET-PG 2025).
- Entrance Test (For Part-B): Mandatory. Part-A candidates can optionally appear to be considered in both merit lists.
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University of Calcutta LL.M 2025-26: Participating Institutes & Seat Matrix
| Institute Name | Number of Seats |
|---|---|
| Department of Law, University of Calcutta (Hazra Campus) | 48 |
| Surendranath Law College, Sealdah | 22 |
| Jogesh Chandra Chaudhuri Law College | 36 |
| South Calcutta Law College | 32 |
| Kolkata Police Law Institute (Self-financed), Alipore | 22* |
*Preference for in-service personnel of Kolkata Police and West Bengal Police.
CULET-PG 2025: Entrance Test Details
- Test Name: Calcutta University Law Entrance Test for Post-Graduate (CULET-PG 2025)
- Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Question Type: 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Marking Scheme: +1 for correct answer, No Negative Marking
- Syllabus: Based on the CU BA LL.B syllabus.
- Test Centre: TCS Gitobitan, Plot No. 54 & 55, Street No. 18, DN Block, Sector-V, Salt Lake City, Kolkata – 700091.
How to Apply for Calcutta University LL.M Admission 2025-26?
Candidates can apply by following these steps:
- Visit the official University of Calcutta admission portal.
- Register for the LL.M 2025-26 admission.
- Fill out the single online application form carefully.
- Select Order of Preference: Choose up to all five institutes in the order of your preference (1 being highest). This choice is critical and cannot be changed later.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Documents Required
- Scanned copies of academic mark sheets and certificates.
- Category certificate (if applicable).
- Recent photograph and signature.
- Final semester appearing candidates must submit a declaration.
Reservation Policy
Reservation of seats (SC, ST, OBC-A, OBC-B, EWS, PWD) will be as per the Government of West Bengal / University of Calcutta rules. Specific relaxations in minimum qualifying marks are applicable for reserved category candidates in the entrance test.
FAQs
1. Who is eligible for Part-A category?
Candidates who have completed the 5-Year B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) degree from the University of Calcutta are eligible for the 50% seats reserved under Part-A.
2. Is the entrance test compulsory for everyone?
The test is mandatory for Part-B candidates. Part-A candidates (CU BA LL.B Hons. graduates) have the option to appear. If they appear, they will be considered in both Part-A and Part-B merit lists, increasing their chances.
3. Can I apply for more than one college?
Yes, a single application allows you to apply for up to all five institutes. You must assign a clear order of preference during the application.
4. What is the significance of the ‘Order of Preference’?
During counselling, you will be considered for your highest preferred institute where a seat is available based on your merit. Once selected in a higher preference, lower preferences are automatically closed.
5. I am in my final LL.B semester. Can I apply?
Yes, as per Addendum-I, final semester appearing candidates can apply. However, you must produce the final passed mark sheet before the merit list is published.
6. Where will the entrance test be held?
The Computer Based Test (CBT) will be conducted at TCS Gitobitan, Salt Lake City, Kolkata.