Bachelor of Laws [L.L.B.] {Hons.} (Intellectual Property Law) From IIT Kharagpur, Kharagpur

IIT Kharagpur LLB Admissions 2024 are open. the university has released the list of shortlisted candidates for Personal Interviews.  IIT KGP is expected t IIT Kharagpur offers a 3-year full-time residential LLB course through the Rajiv Gandhi School of Intellectual Property Law (RGSOIPL). It is offered with a specialization in IP Rights. The LLB course at IIT Kharagpur is spread over 6 semesters. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree is required with first class for applying to LLB. Admission to IIT Kharagpur LLB is based on the Entrance Test followed by an Interview. For LL.B programs, the candidates need to fill out the application form online and make a payment of INR 2,500 (INR 1,250 for SC/ST/ PWDs).

IIT Kharagpur LLB Eligibility 

• Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Technology / Medicine or equivalent. 

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•  Candidates must have a Masters in Science or Pharmacy or equivalent. 

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• They must have completed an MBA with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PWD) in aggregate. 

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IIT Kharagpur LLB Admission Criteria

• Shortlisting for the LLB course at IIT KGP is done based on merit obtained in the qualifying exam as well as the marks obtained in the entrance test conducted by the university. 
• The shortlisted candidates will further have to appear for a personal interview.
• The final selection is based on marks secured in the entrance test and performance in the interview.
• The weights assigned to the above components are as follows:

Key Points:

• The CGPA will not be converted into percentage marks if the degree-awarding institute provides marks in the CGPA system. 
• The admission of the candidates will be based on the CGPA awarded in their transcript.
•  If the CGPA is on a different scale other than 10.0, the eligibility of the candidate will be calculated corresponding to the equivalence stated as above.

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IIT Kharagpur LLB Entrance Test Details

IIT Kharagpur LLB entrance examination is a 2-hour Computer Based Test (CBT). It has 6 sections namely: English, Logical Reasoning, Mathematical Ability, Basic and Legal Aptitude. The exam consists of objective-type questions and is of a total of 200 marks. There will be no negative marking for an incorrect answer

The computer-based test (CBT) for the LLB admissions contains two papers. Part 1 of the paper is conducted for Mathematics and Science. Part 2 of the paper is conducted for English, Logical reasoning, and Legal aptitude. Marks allotted to each paper is as follows:

Part I consists of the following sections:

• Mathematics 15 marks
• Science (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) 35 marks

Part II consists of the following sections:

• English 60 marks
• Logical Reasoning 20 marks
• Legal Aptitude 70 marks

There will be multiple choice-based questions (Sample questions are made available in this portal). There is no negative Marking. To get shortlisted for the second round i.e. PI, it is mandatory to obtain a minimum of 35% marks in each of Part I and Part II of CBT. Only shortlisted candidates who qualify for CBT will be called for PI. For final selection, PI is compulsory.

Section-wise Marks Distribution

How to Apply?

The candidates who wish to apply for the LLB Course at IIT Kharagpur can follow the steps mentioned below -

1. Visit the official website of RGSOIPL, IIT KGP.
2. Click on the Application link and register yourself.
3. Upon successful registration, log in using the credentials to fill out the form
4. Fill in all the required details and upload the necessary documents. 
5. Pay the application fee of INR 3,000 for Male Candidates (General/EWS/OBC) and INR 1,500 for Female Candidates/Third Gender/SC/ST/PWD candidates.
6. Lastly, submit the duly filled application form.

Documents Required 

The list of documents that are required to fill out the online application form is as follows - 

1. EWS/OBC (Non-creamy)/SC/ST/PD certificate (if applicable)
2. Qualifying Degree Certificates as mentioned in the Eligibility Criteria.

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IIT Kharagpur LLB Course Details 

• Rajiv Gandhi School of Intellectual Property Law or RGSOIPL which is within IIT Kharagpur offers an LL.B., which is a 3-year program introduced to meet the requirements of professionals and lawyers.
• The curriculum of the program is prepared based on the provisions of the Bar Council of India. Several specialized courses in law and Intellectual Property Rights are offered.
• The LL.B. program offered by the institute has specializations in various disciplines of Law and a Doctoral program. Check IIT Kharagpur Reviews.

IIT Kharagpur LLB Syllabus

The table below displays the syllabus of the IIT Kharagpur Law course with credit requirements for each semester

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