Content Curator | Updated on - Apr 8, 2026

The Master of Laws (L.L.M.) at Shri Khushal Das University (SKDU), Hanumangarh, is a 2-year full-time postgraduate law programme offered under the Bar Council of India (BCI)-approved Faculty of Law. The programme is designed to provide advanced legal knowledge and specialisation in areas such as Criminal Law, Business Law, Family Law, and General Law, with a total seat intake of 160 seats across all specialisations. The total course fee is Rs 67,000 for the entire 2-year duration, making it one of the most affordable LLM programmes in Rajasthan. Admission is merit-based, with no mandatory entrance exam required at the university level, and the mode of study is full-time on-campus. The LLM at SKDU is popular among law graduates from Rajasthan and neighbouring states due to its affordable fee structure, BCI-approved curriculum, and the university's growing academic reputation.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic session are expected to open tentatively from May 2026, based on the previous year's schedule (2025-26 applications were open from December 13, 2025 to January 24, 2026). Students are advised to visit the official website skduniversity.com for the latest updates and registration details.

Key Points

The LLM programme is approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI) and offered under the Faculty of Law at SKDU.
Specialisations available: Criminal Law, Business Law, Family Law, and General (non-specialised).
The Faculty of Law also offers a 1-year LLM option for eligible candidates.
Students participate in moot court competitions, legal aid clinics, debates, and internships with law firms, NGOs, and judicial institutions.
Faculty includes experienced academicians, legal practitioners, and retired judges.

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SKDU L.L.M. Fees

The LLM at SKDU is priced very competitively at a total of Rs 67,000 for the 2-year programme, which includes tuition fees of Rs 59,000 and other charges of Rs 8,000. This works out to approximately Rs 33,500 per year, making it highly accessible for students from Rajasthan and nearby regions. Hostel accommodation is available separately on campus at an additional cost.

Fee Breakup Table

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fees	59,000
Other Fees (Exam, Registration, etc.)	8,000
Total Academic Fees (2 Years)	67,000

Hostel Fees (Optional)

Hostel Component	Amount (INR)
Hostel Fees (2 Years)	1,44,000
Total Fees (with Hostel)	2,11,000

Hostel fees are optional and not included in the total academic fees.
A registration fee of Rs 1,000 is payable at the time of application (may be in addition to the above).
Fees are refundable as per university policy.
No EMI or instalment option has been officially announced; students may contact the admissions office for payment schedule details.

SKDU L.L.M. Admission 2026

Admissions to the LLM programme at SKDU are merit-based, primarily on the basis of marks obtained in the qualifying LLB degree. The university accepts CUET-PG scores as well for PG admissions. The 2025-26 application window was open from December 13, 2025 to January 24, 2026, and the 2026-27 session admissions are expected to open tentatively from May 2026. Students can apply online via the official website or visit the campus directly.

SKDU LLM Admission Dates

Event	Date
Application Start (Tentative)	May 2026
Application Last Date (Tentative)	June 2026
Merit List / Counselling (Tentative)	June - July 2026
Batch Commencement (Tentative)	July - August 2026

Relevant Entrance Exam Dates for LLM 2026

Exam	Registration	Exam Date	Result
CLAT-PG 2026	Aug 1, 2025 - Oct 31, 2025	Dec 7, 2025	Dec 16, 2025
CUET-PG 2026	Dec 14, 2025 - Jan 23, 2026	Mar 6 - Mar 27, 2026	May 6, 2026
AILET LLM 2026	Aug 7, 2026 (Tentative) - Nov 13, 2026 (Tentative)	Dec 14, 2026 (Tentative)	Dec 18, 2026 (Tentative)

Note: SKDU does not mandate any specific entrance exam for LLM admission. CUET-PG scores may be considered. CLAT-PG and AILET LLM are national-level exams for NLU admissions and are listed for reference only.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold an LLB degree (3-year or 5-year integrated) from a recognised university.
Minimum 50% marks in LLB for General/OBC category candidates.
SC/ST candidates: 45% marks in LLB (as per BCI norms).

Admission Process

Visit the official website skduniversity.com and fill out the online application form.
Pay the registration fee of Rs 1,000 online or offline.
Submit required documents: LLB marksheets, degree certificate, ID proof, passport-size photographs.
Merit list is prepared based on LLB percentage.
Selected candidates are called for document verification and counselling.
Fee payment and final enrolment complete the admission process.

SKDU L.L.M. Scholarships 2026

SKDU offers multiple scholarship avenues for LLM students, including its own merit-based SKDU-NEST scholarship test and government-funded national and state scholarships. The fee structure for LLM is already very affordable at Rs 67,000 for 2 years, and scholarships can further reduce the financial burden for eligible students.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount
SKDU-NEST (University Scholarship Test)	Based on performance in SKDU's own entrance/scholarship test	Fee waiver / partial scholarship (varies by rank)
NSP - PM-USP Yojana (National Scholarship Portal)	80% in qualifying exam, parental income up to Rs 4.5 Lakhs, enrolled in AICTE-recognised UG/PG course	Up to Rs 82,000 per annum
UGC National Scholarship for PG Studies	First-time PG students under 30 years, enrolled in UGC-recognised full-time programme	Rs 10,000 per year (or Rs 15,000 per month for select categories)
Rajasthan State Scholarship (SJE Portal)	SC/ST/OBC/EWS students domiciled in Rajasthan	As per state government norms
Merit cum Means Scholarship (SKDU - Hanumangarh Domicile)	Domicile students of Hanumangarh district with merit	As per university norms

SKDU-NEST is conducted by the university; students are encouraged to appear for it to avail fee concessions.
Government scholarships (NSP, UGC) require students to apply separately on the respective portals.
Rajasthan state scholarships are available via the SJE portal (sje.rajasthan.gov.in).
Application deadlines for government scholarships typically fall between October and December each year.

SKDU L.L.M. FAQs

Ques. Does SKDU LLM require a mandatory entrance exam for admission?

Ans. No, SKDU does not mandate a specific entrance exam for LLM admission. Admission is primarily merit-based on LLB percentage. However, the university may consider CUET-PG scores. Students who have appeared for CLAT-PG or CUET-PG can mention their scores during the application process.

Ques. What specialisations are available in LLM at SKDU?

Ans. SKDU offers LLM in four specialisations: Criminal Law, Business Law, Family Law, and General (non-specialised). Each specialisation has a seat intake of 40 seats, totalling 160 seats across all specialisations.

Ques. Is there a 1-year LLM option at SKDU, or is it only 2 years?

Ans. SKDU offers both 1-year and 2-year LLM programmes. The 1-year option is available for candidates who meet the eligibility criteria. The 2-year programme is the standard full-time option. Students should confirm the current availability of the 1-year option at the time of admission.

Ques. What is the total fee for LLM at SKDU, and are there any hidden charges?

Ans. The total academic fee for the 2-year LLM programme is Rs 67,000 (tuition: Rs 59,000 + other charges: Rs 8,000). A registration fee of Rs 1,000 is payable at the time of application. Hostel fees (Rs 72,000 per year approximately) are optional and charged separately. There are no other significant hidden charges reported by students.

Ques. What career options are available after completing LLM from SKDU?

Ans. After completing LLM from SKDU, graduates can pursue careers as advocates in district and high courts, legal advisors in corporate firms, legal officers in government departments, law faculty in colleges and universities, or pursue PhD in Law. The BCI-approved degree is recognised across India, enabling graduates to enrol with the Bar Council and practice law.

Ques. Can students from outside Rajasthan apply for LLM at SKDU?

Ans. Yes, SKDU accepts applications from students across India. The university is located in Hanumangarh, Rajasthan, and offers hostel facilities on campus for outstation students. The affordable fee structure and BCI-approved programme make it an attractive option for students from neighbouring states like Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh.