Lucknow University LLM Entrance Exam 2027: Syllabus, Exam Pattern, Eligibility & Preparation
Lucknow University LLM Entrance Exam 2027 – With only 66 regular seats, the LLM entrance at Lucknow University is a test of depth in core law subjects. The paper overlaps heavily with UGC-NET Law, so preparing for the LU LLM also builds your base for a teaching or research career.
In this guide by LUUPDATE you will find the complete LU LLM entrance syllabus 2027, exam pattern, eligibility, seats, fees, expected dates and a practical preparation plan. All figures are taken from the official University of Lucknow admission brochure 2026-27 and admission-office notices; the 2027-28 notification is expected in early 2027, and we will update this page as soon as it is released.
Lucknow University LLM Entrance Exam 2027 – Highlights
| Exam | LU PGET 2027 – LLM |
|---|---|
| Conducted by | University of Lucknow (Office of Admissions) |
| Exam pattern | 100 MCQs · 2 marks each · 90 minutes · generally no negative marking · graduation-level questions |
| Expected notification | March–May 2027 (form May–June, exam July 2027 – expected) |
| Seats | 66 Regular |
| Fee (2026-27 brochure) | ₹6,545/sem |
| Eligibility | LLB from a recognised university |
| Duration | 2 years |
About the LLM programme at Lucknow University
LLM is a postgraduate law degree for LLB graduates, leading to teaching, research, judicial services and specialised legal practice.
LU LLM Entrance 2027 – Expected Dates
- Notification: March–May 2027 (expected)
- Online application: May–June 2027 on the Samarth portal (lkouniv.ac.in)
- Admit card: about a week before the exam
- Entrance exam: July 2027 (expected, based on the 2026 schedule)
- Result & counselling: July–August 2027
These are expected dates based on the previous cycle. Always confirm on the official website lkouniv.ac.in.
Eligibility, Seats & Fees
- Eligibility: LLB from a recognised university
- Seats: 66 Regular
- Fee: ₹6,545/sem
- Reservation: SC 21%, ST 2%, OBC-NCL 27%, EWS 10% (SC/ST/OBC only for UP domicile), plus PwD 5%, Freedom Fighter 2% and Defence 5% horizontal.
LU LLM Entrance Exam Pattern 2027
100 MCQs · 2 marks each · 90 minutes · generally no negative marking · graduation-level questions.
Lucknow University LLM Entrance Syllabus 2027 (Detailed)
LL.M. – official entrance topics & detailed sub-topics
LL.M. — official topics (Sec 5.1.3): Jurisprudence, Law of Contract, Law of Torts, Family Law, Law of Crime, Constitutional Law of India, and International Law. (LL.B-level depth — also revise Evidence, CPC/CrPC basics and landmark cases within these heads.)Marking: 100 MCQ · 2 marks each · 90 minutes · no negative marking.
📚 LUUPDATE — Detailed Sub-Topics — LL.M. (priority-tagged: HIGH / MEDIUM / LOW):
Jurisprudence
[HIGH] Schools of law — analytical, historical, sociological
[HIGH] Sources of law
[HIGH] Rights & duties; ownership & possession
[MEDIUM] Legal personality; precedent; theories of justice
Law of Contract
[HIGH] Essentials of a valid contract
[HIGH] Offer & acceptance
[HIGH] Consideration & capacity
[HIGH] Free consent; void/voidable
[MEDIUM] Performance & discharge
[HIGH] Breach & remedies
[MEDIUM] Special contracts — indemnity, guarantee, bailment, agency
Law of Torts
[HIGH] General principles & liability
[HIGH] Negligence
[MEDIUM] Defamation & nuisance
[MEDIUM] Vicarious & strict liability
[MEDIUM] Remedies & defences
Family Law
[HIGH] Hindu law — marriage & divorce
[HIGH] Hindu law — maintenance & succession
[HIGH] Muslim law — marriage & dower
[HIGH] Muslim law — divorce & inheritance
Criminal Law
[HIGH] IPC/BNS — general principles
[HIGH] IPC/BNS — major offences
[MEDIUM] CrPC/BNSS basics
[MEDIUM] Evidence Act basics
Constitutional & International Law
[HIGH] Preamble, FR, DPSP, amendments
[HIGH] Union-State relations
[HIGH] Judiciary & judicial review
[MEDIUM] Emergency provisions
[HIGH] Landmark constitutional cases
[HIGH] International law — sources & subjects
[MEDIUM] Treaties & UN
[MEDIUM] State jurisdiction; human rights; dispute settlement
📄 Download the LU LLM Entrance 2027 syllabus PDF (free)
How to Prepare for the Lucknow University LLM Entrance Exam 2027
- Constitutional Law and Jurisprudence together carry the largest share – revise landmark cases and major schools of jurisprudence.
- Criminal law now includes the new codes (BNS, BNSS, BSA) – compare them with the old IPC/CrPC/Evidence Act provisions.
- Contracts, torts, family law and administrative law should be covered with leading cases.
- Keep a list of recent Supreme Court judgments and legal developments of the last year.
- Practise UGC-NET Law previous-year questions; the level is similar.
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How to Apply
- Visit the Samarth admission portal via lkouniv.ac.in and generate your LURN/registration (OTP based).
- Choose the programme and fill in your personal and academic details.
- Upload photo and signature (JPEG, max 50 KB each).
- Pay the application fee online and take a printout.
Documents: Aadhaar, valid email and mobile number, marksheets, photo ID and caste/income/EWS certificate where applicable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the syllabus of the LU LLM entrance 2027?
Constitutional Law, Jurisprudence, Law of Crimes (BNS), Contracts & Torts, Family Law, Administrative Law, International Law and recent legal developments.
What is the eligibility for LU LLM?
An LLB degree from a recognised university.
How many seats are there in LU LLM?
66 Regular seats, as per the 2026-27 brochure.
What is the LLM fee at Lucknow University?
About ₹6,545 per semester.
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LUUPDATE is an independent student platform and is not part of the University of Lucknow. Information is based on the official 2026-27 brochure; confirm final details in the 2027 notification.
