Top Law Colleges In Karnataka
Karnataka — led by Bengaluru — is home to India’s top law school (NLSIU) and several strong university, private law colleges and government law colleges. Students apply through CLAT / AILET / state or university entrance tests (and some colleges use their own admissions). Legal education in the state includes 5-year integrated degrees (B.A. LL.B / B.B.A. LL.B), 3-year LL.B, LL.M and doctoral programs; many colleges offer moot-court, clinic and internship opportunities with high judicial / corporate exposure.
Law courses & entrance exams
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Common UG degrees | B.A. LL.B (Hons), B.B.A. LL.B, LL.B (3-year) |
| PG degrees | LL.M (1–2 years), PhD / M.Phil (Law) |
| Specialisations | Constitutional Law, Corporate (Business) Law, Criminal Law, Intellectual Property, International Law, Taxation, Environmental Law |
| Eligibility | 10+2 for 5-year courses; graduate degree for 3-year LL.B |
| Major entrance exams | CLAT (for NLUs like NLSIU), AILET, LSAT India, State/university tests, college-specific selection |
| Career paths | Litigation, Corporate Counsel, Judicial Services, Legal Research, Compliance, Academia, Policy & Govt. |
Top 10 Law Colleges in Karnataka
| Rank | College | Type | Approx. Fee (per year, ₹) | Popular Courses | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | National Law School of India University (NLSIU) | National Law University | 2,00,000–4,00,000 | B.A. LL.B (Hons), LL.M, PhD | Bengaluru |
| 2 | Christ University — School of Law | Private (Deemed) | 1,50,000–6,00,000 | B.A. LL.B, LL.B, LL.M | Bengaluru |
| 3 | University Law College (Bengaluru University) | Government (University Dept.) | 10,000–50,000 | LL.B (3-yr), LL.M | Bengaluru |
| 4 | KLE Society’s Law College / KLE (Belgaum) | Private / Deemed | 40,000–1,50,000 | B.A. LL.B, LL.B | Belagavi |
| 5 | RV Institute of Legal Studies (RV College group) | Private | 1,00,000–3,00,000 | B.B.A. LL.B, B.A. LL.B | Bengaluru |
| 6 | BMS College of Law | Private/Autonomous | 50,000–2,00,000 | B.A. LL.B, LL.B | Bengaluru |
| 7 | SDM Law College, Mangalore / Kodialbail | Private | 40,000–1,50,000 | B.A. LL.B, LL.B | Mangalore |
| 8 | Vaikunta Baliga College of Law (VBCL), Udupi | Private/Government aided | 20,000–1,00,000 | B.A. LL.B, LL.B | Udupi |
| 9 | JSS Law College (Mysuru) | Private/Deemed | 40,000–1,50,000 | B.A. LL.B, LL.B | Mysuru |
| 10 | Alliance School of Law (Alliance University) | Private (Deemed) | 2,00,000–5,00,000 | B.A. LL.B, LL.B, LL.M | Bengaluru |
| Topic | Highlight |
|---|---|
| State Strength | Karnataka hosts a mix of national law university, established university law colleges and reputable private law schools—strong clinical/legal research exposure in major cities. |
| Top Entrance Tests | CLAT (nationwide), state-level tests, college aptitude/merit lists. |
| Popular Degrees | BA LLB (5 yrs), BBA LLB (5 yrs), 3-yr LLB, LLM. |
| Typical Fees | Govt colleges: ₹10k–₹60k/yr; Private: ₹50k–200k/yr (varies). |
| Placement Reality | Law placements vary; top NLU recruits see high offers, while many graduates pursue litigation, judiciary, or public service careers. |
| Career Options | Litigation, corporate law, compliance, in-house counsel, judiciary, academics, policy, NGO/legal aid. |
| Best Cities | Bengaluru, Mysuru, Hubballi, Belagavi (law teaching & courts). |
| NIRF / Rankings | Several Karnataka law institutes participate in national rankings; verify latest ranks when publishing. |
| Practical Exposure | Moot courts, legal aid clinics, internships with law firms and corporate legal teams are key differentiators. |
| Admission Advice | Prepare for CLAT; build a strong personal statement/portfolio for private colleges; prioritize internships and moot experience. |
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#1![National Law School of India University - [NLSIU],Bangalore](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fonly-education-strapi-media.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com%2FNational_Law_School_of_India_University_NLSIU_Banglore_b8ae4aa948.jpg&w=96&q=75)
National Law School of India University - [NLSIU],Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka
Total Fees4.54 L
Avg Package16.00 L
Highest Package18.00 L
AccreditationNAAC 'A',UGC,BCI Approved
#20![School of Law, Christ University - [SLCU],Bangalore](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fonly-education-strapi-media.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com%2Fdownload_4_29f3f5feb8.webp&w=96&q=75)
School of Law, Christ University - [SLCU],Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka
Total Fees3.01 L
Avg Package5.00 L
Highest Package12.00 L
AccreditationAICTE, NBA Approved
#27![M.S. Ramaiah College of Law - [MSRCL],Bangalore](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fonly-education-strapi-media.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com%2Fdownload_11_240c001b2f.webp&w=96&q=75)
M.S. Ramaiah College of Law - [MSRCL],Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka
Total Fees8.00 L
Avg Package4.00 L
Highest Package6.00 L
AccreditationBCI Approved
#29
University College of Law Bangalore University,Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka
Total Fees29.2 K
Avg Package1.00 L
Highest Package3.00 L
AccreditationNAAC 'A++', BCI, UGC, MCI Approved
#48
SDM Law College Kodialbail, Mangalore
Mangalore, Karnataka
Total Fees29.0 K
Avg Package4.20 L
Highest Package10.00 L
AccreditationNCTE, AICTE, BCI, UGC, AIU Approved
#52
K.L.E. Society's S.A. Manvi Law College, Gadag
Gadag, Karnataka
Total Fees38.2 K
Avg Package-
Highest Package-
AccreditationBCI Approved
#53
KLE Society's Law College, Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka
Total Fees1.00 L
Avg Package-
Highest Package-
AccreditationBCI Approved
#55![Bangalore Institute of Legal Studies - [BILS], Bangalore](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fonly-education-strapi-media.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com%2Fimages_d8b761f1f0.jpg&w=96&q=75)
Bangalore Institute of Legal Studies - [BILS], Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka
Total Fees-
Avg Package-
Highest Package-
AccreditationBCI Approved
#68![Vaikunta Baliga College of Law - [VBCLAW], Udupi](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fonly-education-strapi-media.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com%2Fimages_45068d2da4.jpg&w=96&q=75)
Vaikunta Baliga College of Law - [VBCLAW], Udupi
Udupi, Karnataka
Total Fees22.1 K
Avg Package-
Highest Package-
AccreditationBCI Approved
#70
The Oxford College of Law, Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka
Total Fees50.0 K
Avg Package-
Highest Package-
AccreditationBCI Approved
#100![Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies - [NMIMS University], Bangalore](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fonly-education-strapi-media.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com%2F1744352235_NMIMS_Logo_d3412570cd.webp&w=96&q=75)
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies - [NMIMS University], Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka
Total Fees2.25 L
Avg Package14.11 L
Highest Package43.25 L
AccreditationAICTE, AMBA Approved
#101![PES University - [PESU], Bangalore](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fonly-education-strapi-media.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com%2FScreenshot_2025_08_20_000339_abfb5b8131.png&w=96&q=75)
PES University - [PESU], Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka
Total Fees2.31 L
Avg Package-
Highest Package65.00 L
AccreditationAICTE, UGC Approved
#117
Presidency University, Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka
Total Fees1.15 L
Avg Package5.72 L
Highest Package12.00 L
AccreditationAICTE, BCI, UGC Approved
#132
REVA University, Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka
Total Fees7.25 L
Avg Package-
Highest Package40.00 L
AccreditationAICTE, COA, BCI, UGC Approved
#153
Christ University Bangalore (Central Campus), Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka
Total Fees3.01 L
Avg Package6.65 L
Highest Package20.00 L
AccreditationNAAC 'A+', AICTE, BCI, COA, UGC, NBA Approved
#155![Manipal Academy of Higher Education - [MAHE], Manipal](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fonly-education-strapi-media.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com%2F2955952_cfe3222f86.png&w=96&q=75)
Manipal Academy of Higher Education - [MAHE], Manipal
Manipal, Karnataka
Total Fees1.50 L
Avg Package11.76 L
Highest Package57.04 L
AccreditationDCI, AICTE, PCI, INC, MCI Approved
#164![Kristu Jayanti College - [KJC], Bangalore](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fonly-education-strapi-media.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com%2FF0_ILSSS_3_ef8f2c972a.jpg&w=96&q=75)
Kristu Jayanti College - [KJC], Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka
Total Fees95.0 K
Avg Package5.40 L
Highest Package13.58 L
AccreditationAICTE, ACCA Approved, NAAC A++
#187![Dayananda Sagar University - [DSU], Bangalore](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fonly-education-strapi-media.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com%2FScreenshot_2025_10_23_201514_e31ca8b59f.png&w=96&q=75)
Dayananda Sagar University - [DSU], Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka
Total Fees2.42 L
Avg Package5.64 L
Highest Package35.00 L
AccreditationAICTE, PCI, INC, BCI, UGC Approved
#241
JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research, Mysore
Mysore, Karnataka
Total Fees15.0 K
Avg Package-
Highest Package-
AccreditationDCI, AICTE, RCI, PCI, MCI Approved
#244
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Bengaluru Campus, Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka
Total Fees30.0 K
Avg Package40.00 L
Highest Package80.00 L
AccreditationAICTE, UGC Approved
#283![Khaja Bandanawaz University - [KBNU], Gulbarga](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fonly-education-strapi-media.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com%2Fimages_472324f54c.png&w=96&q=75)
Khaja Bandanawaz University - [KBNU], Gulbarga
Gulbarga, Karnataka
Total Fees40.0 K
Avg Package3.00 L
Highest Package20.00 L
AccreditationMCI, UGC Approved, BCI & PCI approved
#302
IFIM Institutions, Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka
Total Fees2.14 L
Avg Package4.50 L
Highest Package22.00 L
AccreditationAICTE, UGC Approved
#310
CMR University (City Campus - HRBR Layout), Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka
Total Fees-
Avg Package6.99 L
Highest Package40.00 L
AccreditationNAAC 'A', COA, BCI, UGC, AIU Approved
#323
AJ Aviation Academy, Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka
Total Fees-
Avg Package5.00 L
Highest Package8.00 L
AccreditationUGC, AICTE Approved
#356![Dayananda Sagar Institutions - [DSI], Bangalore](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fonly-education-strapi-media.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com%2FScreenshot_2025_10_24_013055_730ee28593.png&w=96&q=75)
Dayananda Sagar Institutions - [DSI], Bangalore
Bangalore, Karnataka
Total Fees-
Avg Package-
Highest Package3.00 L
AccreditationDCI, AICTE Approved
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