Content Curator | Updated on - Apr 8, 2026

The Master of Laws [L.L.M.] (Criminal Law) at Shri Khushal Das University (SKDU), Hanumangarh, is a 2-year full-time postgraduate law programme with a specialisation in Criminal Law, offered under the Bar Council of India (BCI)-approved Faculty of Law. The programme covers advanced topics in criminal jurisprudence, penology, criminology, criminal procedure, and related areas of substantive and procedural criminal law. With a seat intake of 40 seats and a total fee of Rs 67,000 for the entire 2-year duration, it is among the most affordable specialised LLM programmes in Rajasthan. The mode of study is full-time on-campus, and admission is merit-based on LLB percentage. The Criminal Law specialisation is popular among law graduates aspiring to practice in criminal courts, join the judiciary, or pursue academic and research careers in criminal law.

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 (Criminal Law) programme is approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI) and offered under the Faculty of Law at SKDU.
The specialisation covers Criminal Jurisprudence, Penology, Criminology, Criminal Procedure Code, Indian Penal Code, and emerging areas like Cyber Crime and White Collar Crime.
Seat intake: 40 seats for the Criminal Law specialisation.
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.
The programme is also available in hybrid mode as per the SKDU 2025-26 brochure.

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Scholarships
FAQs

SKDU LLM (Criminal Law) Fees

The LLM (Criminal Law) at SKDU is priced at a total of Rs 67,000 for the 2-year programme, payable at Rs 33,500 per year. The fee includes tuition fees of Rs 29,500 per year and other charges (registration and exam fees) of Rs 4,000 per year. This makes it one of the most cost-effective specialised LLM programmes in the region. Hostel accommodation is available separately on campus.

Academic Fees Breakdown

Fee Component	Year 1 (INR)	Year 2 (INR)	Total (INR)
Tuition Fees	29,500	29,500	59,000
Registration Fees	1,000	1,000	2,000
Exam Fees	3,000	3,000	6,000
Total Academic Fees	33,500	33,500	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.
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 LLM (Criminal Law) Admission 2026

Admissions to the LLM (Criminal Law) programme at SKDU are merit-based, primarily on the basis of marks obtained in the qualifying LLB degree. The university may also consider CUET-PG scores. 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 (Criminal Law) 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 LLM (Criminal Law) Scholarships 2026

SKDU offers multiple scholarship avenues for LLM (Criminal Law) students, including its own merit-based SKDU-NEST scholarship test and government-funded national and state scholarships. With the total academic fee already as low as Rs 67,000 for 2 years, scholarships can make this programme virtually free 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 LLM (Criminal Law) FAQs

Ques. What topics are covered in the LLM Criminal Law specialisation at SKDU?

Ans. The LLM (Criminal Law) at SKDU covers subjects such as Criminal Jurisprudence, Penology and Victimology, Criminology, Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, Law of Evidence, Cyber Crime, White Collar Crime, and International Criminal Law. The curriculum is designed to provide both theoretical depth and practical legal skills in criminal law.

Ques. Is the LLM (Criminal Law) at SKDU recognised for judicial service examinations?

Ans. Yes, the LLM from SKDU is a BCI-approved postgraduate law degree from a UGC-recognised university. It is a valid qualification for applying to judicial service examinations (such as Rajasthan Judicial Service), law teaching positions, and legal officer posts in government departments. However, candidates should verify specific eligibility requirements for each examination separately.

Ques. What is the difference between the general LLM and LLM (Criminal Law) at SKDU?

Ans. The general LLM at SKDU is a non-specialised programme, while the LLM (Criminal Law) is a focused specialisation that provides in-depth study of criminal law subjects. Both programmes have the same fee structure (Rs 67,000 total) and duration (2 years). Students who wish to specialise in criminal practice, judiciary, or criminal law research should opt for the Criminal Law specialisation.

Ques. Can I pursue PhD in Law after completing LLM (Criminal Law) from SKDU?

Ans. Yes, after completing LLM (Criminal Law) from SKDU, graduates are eligible to apply for PhD in Law at SKDU or other universities. SKDU itself offers PhD in Law with a total fee of Rs 3.10 Lakhs for 3 years. The LLM degree is the standard eligibility requirement for PhD in Law admissions across India.

Ques. What are the career prospects after LLM (Criminal Law) from SKDU?

Ans. Graduates of LLM (Criminal Law) from SKDU can pursue careers as criminal lawyers/advocates in district and high courts, public prosecutors, legal advisors to police departments, law faculty in colleges, judicial officers (after clearing judicial service exams), legal researchers, and NGO legal counsellors. The BCI-approved degree enables enrolment with the Bar Council of India for legal practice.

Ques. Is hostel facility available for LLM students at SKDU, and what is the cost?

Ans. Yes, SKDU provides hostel facilities on its 150-acre campus for outstation students. The hostel fee is approximately Rs 72,000 per year (Rs 1,44,000 for 2 years), making the total cost including hostel around Rs 2,11,000 for the entire LLM programme. Students should confirm current hostel availability and charges at the time of admission.