Calcutta University to Hold LL.M. Entrance Test in Late August with New OBC Quota

Calcutta University (CU) is set to conduct its Postgraduate Law (LL.M.) entrance test in the third week of August 2025, a critical event for law graduates seeking to pursue advanced legal studies. This year's admissions will see a significant development with the university implementing the new OBC (Other Backward Classes) reservation policy, a move that will affect the seat allocation for LL.M. aspirants.

Following a recent legal resolution, the state government's updated OBC reservation list, with an expanded quota, is now applicable to admissions. While the specific percentage for the LL.M. program will be detailed in the upcoming admission notification, this implementation is a major step toward a more inclusive admission process at the university.

Application and Exam Details:

The university has announced a set of key dates for the LL.M. admission process:

• Online Application Period: The application window is expected to open in the first week of August and will be available on the official university website, caluniv.ac.in.
• Entrance Test Date: The CU LL.M. entrance test is tentatively scheduled for the third week of August 2025. The test is a prerequisite for admission to the university's law department and its affiliated colleges.
• Seat Reservation: The university will continue to follow its existing policy of reserving 50% of the seats for its own B.A. LL.B. (Hons.) students, with the remaining seats filled based on the entrance test score, adhering to the new reservation policies.

The LL.M. entrance test is a two-hour examination consisting of both objective (MCQ) and subjective questions, designed to test a candidate's knowledge of various legal subjects. Aspirants are advised to keep a close watch on the university's official website for the exact dates and the release of the detailed admission brochure.