Content Curator | Updated on - Apr 8, 2026

The Bachelor of Laws (LLB) 3-year programme at Vishwakarma University (VU), Pune is a full-time, 6-semester undergraduate law degree approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI) and recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). Offered by the Faculty of Law and Governance, the programme is designed for graduates who wish to pursue a professional legal career. The curriculum covers Constitutional Law, Business and International Trade Laws, Criminology, Cyber Law, International Law, Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), and contemporary topics like cyber-crimes, media regulations, and agricultural laws. The total tuition fees for the 2026-27 batch are Rs. 3,60,000, with a seat intake of 120. Admission is direct, based on graduation marks, with no mandatory entrance exam. The programme is popular for its Moot Court facilities, VU Legal Aid Centre, and industry-aligned curriculum that prepares students for both litigation and corporate legal careers.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are currently open. Students can apply online or visit the campus Admission Cell and secure provisional admission by paying an application fee of Rs. 2,000 (non-refundable) and a first instalment of Rs. 25,000. Candidates are advised to apply early as seats are limited to 120.

Key Points

BCI (Bar Council of India) approved and UGC recognized programme.
Dedicated Moot Court Rooms on campus for mock trials and advocacy skill development.
VU Legal Aid Centre enables students to handle real cases and interact with community members.
Curriculum covers contemporary legal areas including cyber law, media regulations, IPR, and agricultural laws.
Soft Skill and Advocacy Skill training, Case Studies, and Professional Ethics are integral parts of the programme.
Guest sessions by prominent lawyers and skill-based add-on courses for additional exposure.
Supreme Court internship opportunities available for students.
Research-oriented programme with opportunities to publish in legal journals and periodicals.

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VU LLB Fees

The LLB 3-year programme at Vishwakarma University is priced at a total tuition fee of Rs. 3,60,000 for the 2026-27 batch, with fees increasing modestly each year from Rs. 1,15,000 in Year I to Rs. 1,25,000 in Year III. This is a competitively priced law programme in Pune given the BCI-approved infrastructure, Moot Court facilities, and industry-connected curriculum. Hostel charges are optional and range from Rs. 1,25,000 to Rs. 1,45,000 per year.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Year I	Year II	Year III	Total
Tuition Fees	Rs. 1,15,000	Rs. 1,20,000	Rs. 1,25,000	Rs. 3,60,000
Total Fees (Tuition)	Rs. 1,15,000	Rs. 1,20,000	Rs. 1,25,000	Rs. 3,60,000
Hostel Fees (Optional)	Rs. 1,25,000 - Rs. 1,45,000 per year	-	-	Rs. 3,75,000 - Rs. 4,35,000 (3 years approx.)

Application fee: Rs. 2,000 (non-refundable) per programme.
Provisional admission first instalment: Rs. 25,000 (Rs. 24,000 refunded if admission cancelled before cut-off date as per norms).
If admission is cancelled before 31st August 2026, the balance amount after deductions will be refunded.
If admission is cancelled after 31st August 2026, no paid fees will be refunded.
Hostel fees include mess (breakfast and dinner) and a refundable deposit of Rs. 5,000.
Laundry is charged separately.
All payments are to be made digitally (UPI / Debit Card / Credit Card / NEFT / RTGS).

VU LLB Admission 2026-27

Admissions to the LLB 3-year programme at Vishwakarma University for 2026-27 are currently open. The programme does not require any mandatory entrance exam; admission is based on the candidate's graduation marks. Students can apply online through the VU website or visit the campus Admission Cell. Provisional admission is secured by paying the application fee and first instalment, after which document verification is completed.

VU LLB Admission Dates

Event	Date / Status
Admissions Open (2026-27)	Open (as of April 2026)
Application Fee Payment	Rs. 2,000 (Non-Refundable) - Ongoing
Provisional Admission Securing (First Instalment)	Rs. 25,000 - Ongoing
Last Date for Admission Cancellation with Refund	31st August 2026
Academic Year Commencement	July 2026 (Tentative)

Note: No mandatory entrance exam is required. Admission is based on graduation marks.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Passed 3-year graduation (Bachelor's degree) from any recognized university with a minimum of 45% marks in aggregate (40% for reserved category candidates).
Graduation may be obtained through any mode - regular, distance, correspondence, or open schooling - as recognized by the central or state government.
12th standard qualification is the basic minimum; however, graduation is required for the 3-year LLB programme.

Admission Process

Visit the VU website (www.vupune.ac.in) and click on Apply for Admission or visit the campus Admission Cell (Building No. 5, Ground Floor).
Fill the Basic Information Application Form and pay Rs. 2,000 (non-refundable) as application fee.
Fill the Detailed Provisional Admission Form and pay Rs. 25,000 as the first instalment to secure provisional admission.
Upload required documents: 10th marksheet, 12th marksheet, graduation marksheet and passing certificate, domicile/birth certificate, nationality proof, and passport-size photographs.
Reserved category students must additionally submit Caste Certificate, Caste Validity, and Non-Creamy Layer Certificate.
Admission Cell verifies documents and confirms eligibility as per BCI norms; final admission is confirmed post verification.

VU LLB Scholarships 2026-27

Students enrolled in the LLB programme at Vishwakarma University can avail government scholarships through the MahaDBT portal (Maharashtra government's scholarship portal). These include post-matric scholarships for SC, ST, OBC, EBC, VJ/DT/NT, and SBC category students. Students are encouraged to apply for all eligible schemes through the MahaDBT portal before the notified deadlines each academic year.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST Students (Maharashtra)	SC/ST category students with family income below prescribed limit	Tuition fees + maintenance allowance as per government norms
Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC/EBC/SBC/VJ/DT/NT (Maharashtra)	OBC/EBC/SBC/VJ/DT/NT category students	Tuition fees reimbursement as per government norms
Central Sector Scholarship (NSP)	Students with family income below Rs. 8 LPA, merit-based	Rs. 10,000 per year (first 2 years) + Rs. 20,000 in final year
VU Merit-Based Scholarship	High-performing students (based on graduation marks)	Partial fee waiver (amount varies; contact admissions office)

Government scholarships are disbursed through the MahaDBT portal.
Students must apply online before the deadline notified each year (typically October-November).
Caste Certificate, Caste Validity, and Non-Creamy Layer Certificate are mandatory for OBC/EBC/SBC category scholarships.
Scholarship amounts and eligibility criteria are subject to change as per government notifications.

VU LLB FAQs

Ques. Is the LLB from Vishwakarma University BCI approved? Can I practice as an advocate after completing it?

Ans. Yes, the LLB 3-year programme at Vishwakarma University is approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI). After completing the LLB degree, graduates can enroll with the State Bar Council (Maharashtra and Goa Bar Council) and obtain a Certificate of Enrollment to practice as an advocate in Indian courts. The BCI approval is mandatory for this purpose.

Ques. What is the difference between the 3-year LLB and the 5-year BBA LLB at VU Pune? Which should I choose?

Ans. The 3-year LLB is for graduates who already hold a bachelor's degree in any discipline and want to pursue law as a second degree or career change. The 5-year BBA LLB is an integrated programme for students who want to pursue law directly after 12th standard, combining business administration with law. If you are a graduate looking to enter the legal profession, the 3-year LLB is the right choice. If you are a 12th pass student, the 5-year BBA LLB is more appropriate.

Ques. Can a student from any graduation stream (Science, Commerce, Arts) apply for LLB at VU Pune?

Ans. Yes, students from any graduation stream - Science, Commerce, Arts, Engineering, or any other discipline - are eligible to apply for the 3-year LLB programme at Vishwakarma University, provided they have completed a 3-year graduation with a minimum of 45% marks (40% for reserved category). Graduation through distance or correspondence mode is also accepted.

Ques. What are the Moot Court facilities at VU Pune for LLB students?

Ans. Vishwakarma University has dedicated Moot Court Rooms on campus equipped for mock trials. The Moot Court Committee organizes regular moot court competitions where students practice advocacy skills, argue cases, and develop courtroom etiquette. The VU Legal Aid Centre also enables students to handle real cases and interact with community members, providing practical legal experience beyond classroom learning.

Ques. What are the career options after LLB from VU Pune?

Ans. After completing LLB from VU Pune, graduates can pursue careers as advocates (litigation in district courts, high courts, or Supreme Court), corporate lawyers, legal consultants, arbitrators, mediators, public prosecutors, patent attorneys, court managers, legal analysts, or legal reporters for media. Higher education options include LLM (offered at VU) and doctoral studies in law. Government sector opportunities include judicial services (through state judicial exams) and legal officer roles in PSUs and government departments.

Ques. Is there any entrance exam required for LLB admission at VU Pune, and what is the minimum graduation percentage?

Ans. No, there is no mandatory entrance exam for LLB admission at Vishwakarma University. Admission is based on the candidate's graduation marks. The minimum eligibility is a 3-year graduation with at least 45% marks in aggregate (40% for reserved category candidates). Graduation through any mode (regular, distance, correspondence, or open schooling) from a recognized university is accepted.