Varu Institute of Professional Studies Lucknow L.L.M : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total programme fee for LLM at VIPS Lucknow is INR 1,28,000 for the complete 1-year course, based on the fee recorded for the 2026 admission cycle. This amount covers the full programme duration and may be revised annually by the institution. Candidates must confirm the current fee with the VIPS Lucknow admission office before applying or making any payment to avoid discrepancies at the time of enrolment.

Ans. No separate entrance examination is required for LLM admission at VIPS Lucknow. Candidates are selected on the basis of their qualifying LLB aggregate marks as per University of Lucknow norms. CLAT PG or any state-level law entrance score is not mandatory for this programme. Applicants who hold an LLB degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks can apply directly through the merit-based admission process during the September 2026 application window.

Ans. Yes. The LLM programme at VIPS Lucknow is affiliated with the University of Lucknow, which is UGC-recognised. Degrees awarded through this affiliation are recognised by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and accepted for academic appointments and further research qualifications in India. Candidates planning to use this degree for employment abroad or Ph.D. admission should verify the requirements of the specific institution or employer before making admission decisions.

Ans. The 2026-27 LLM admission window at VIPS Lucknow is expected to open in September 2026. Exact dates have not been officially announced as of August 2026. Candidates should regularly monitor the VIPS Lucknow official website and the University of Lucknow admission portal for updated notifications as the new academic session approaches during the latter part of the year.

Ans. LLM specialisations available at VIPS Lucknow may include constitutional law, criminal law, civil law, and commercial law, subject to availability each academic year as per University of Lucknow regulations. Candidates are advised to contact VIPS Lucknow directly or visit the official website to confirm which specialisations are offered for the 2026-27 LLM intake and to understand the course structure and dissertation requirements for each specialisation before applying.

Ans. LLM graduates from VIPS Lucknow can pursue careers in litigation as senior advocates, or appear for judicial services examinations such as UP PCS (J) for positions as civil judge and additional district judge. Other pathways include legal academics as assistant professors in law colleges after qualifying UGC NET in Law, legal counsel roles in government departments, corporate legal advisory positions, and Ph.D. research in law at universities across India and internationally.