GITAM School of Law Visakhapatnam BALLB {Hons.} : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Yes. GITAM School of Law is approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI), and the BA LLB (Hons.) degree from GITAM is recognised for enrolment as an Advocate under the Advocates Act, 1961. Graduates can enrol with the State Bar Council after completing the programme and clearing the All India Bar Examination (AIBE). GITAM is also a NAAC A++ accredited institution and a Category-I Deemed University, which further validates the academic standing of the degree.

Ans. Both are 5-year integrated law programmes, but they differ in the non-law component. BA LLB combines Humanities subjects (Sociology, Philosophy, History, Political Science) with Law, making it ideal for students interested in litigation, judiciary, civil services, or academic careers in law. BBA LLB combines Business Administration subjects (Management, Marketing, Financial Accounting) with Law, making it more suited for corporate law, in-house counsel roles, and business-oriented legal careers. The fee structure and eligibility criteria are identical for both programmes.

Ans. Yes, GITAM accepts its own GAT (GITAM Admission Test) for admission to BA LLB, so CLAT is not mandatory. The GAT for Law has 150 questions across 5 sections: English Language (30 marks), Current Affairs and General Knowledge (35 marks), Legal Reasoning (35 marks), Logical Reasoning (35 marks), and Quantitative Techniques (15 marks). The test duration is 2 hours and is computer-based. Each correct answer carries 2 marks with no negative marking. GAT scores also determine scholarship eligibility, so a higher score can significantly reduce your fee burden.

Ans. Graduates of the BA LLB (Hons.) programme at GITAM can pursue careers as Advocates/Litigators, Corporate Lawyers, Legal Associates, Law Officers in government departments, Magistrates, Notaries, Legal Advisors, and Paralegals. The school also has alumni who have become Junior Civil Judges and Managing Partners at law firms. For those interested in academics, the degree provides a strong foundation for pursuing LL.M. and Ph.D. programmes. The school's placement cell has reported a highest package of Rs. 16 LPA and an average package of Rs. 7 LPA, with recruiters including Factset, IBM, Deloitte, and TCS.

Ans. The minimum eligibility is 45% aggregate marks in 10+2 from any recognized Central or State Board. A relaxation to 40% is available for SC/ST candidates and persons with disability. Students who are awaiting their 10+2 results can also apply provisionally, but admission is confirmed only upon meeting the eligibility criteria. There is no board-specific relaxation beyond what is stated. Students from CBSE, ICSE, State Boards, and equivalent international boards are all eligible, provided they meet the percentage requirement.

Ans. GITAM School of Law participates in the CLAT counselling process conducted by the Consortium of NLUs. After CLAT results are declared, students who wish to join GITAM can apply directly through GITAM's admission portal using their CLAT score. GITAM is not an NLU and does not participate in the centralised NLU seat allotment; instead, it uses CLAT scores as an eligibility and scholarship criterion for its own admission process. Students with CLAT ranks between 1 and 7000 are eligible for merit scholarships ranging from 100% to 15% of tuition fees. The admission process at GITAM involves applying online, submitting CLAT scores, and completing counselling/document verification at the campus.