Complete List of Law Colleges in West Bengal (2026-2027)
Your ultimate guide to all Bar Council approved law colleges across West Bengal — featuring NLUs, Government, Private & University Department institutions with courses, fees, intake & admission details.
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- National Law University (NLU) — Kolkata
- Calcutta University Affiliated Law Colleges
- West Bengal State University (WBSU) Law Colleges
- Burdwan University Law Colleges
- University of Kalyani Law Colleges
- North Bengal University Law Colleges
- Vidyasagar University Law Colleges
- Cooch Behar University Law Colleges
- Gour Banga University Law Colleges
- Kazi Nazrul University Law Colleges
- Private Universities & Deemed Universities
- IIT Kharagpur — Rajiv Gandhi School of IP Law
- Admission Process & Entrance Exams
- Career Scope After Law in West Bengal
National Law University — WBNUJS, Kolkata
The West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences (WBNUJS), popularly known as NLU Kolkata, is the crown jewel of legal education not just in West Bengal but across Eastern India. Established in 1999, it is the only National Law University in the state and consistently ranks among the top 5 law schools in India by NIRF. cite🛠web_search:122#1:~:text=NUJS Kolkata is the best law college...top-ranked law university in West Bengal
| College Name | Type | Courses | Intake | Entrance | Approx. Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WBNUJS (NLU Kolkata) Salt Lake, Kolkata |
NLU | BA LLB (Hons), BSc LLB (Hons), LLM, PhD | 182 (UG), 100 (PG) | CLAT UG / CLAT PG | ₹15–16 Lakhs (5 Years) |
WBNUJS boasts an A+ NAAC accreditation and placement packages averaging ₹20 LPA for UG students. The campus features state-of-the-art moot court halls, a comprehensive legal library, and active research centres. If you are preparing for CLAT, check out our detailed guide on AILET Exam Pattern 2027 and AILET Syllabus for comparative preparation strategies.
Calcutta University Affiliated Law Colleges
The University of Calcutta has the oldest and most extensive network of law colleges in West Bengal. The Department of Law, CU itself dates back to 1909 and remains one of the most affordable options for quality legal education. cite🛠web_search:122#1:~:text=The Department of Law at the University of Calcutta is one of the oldest...established in 1909
| College Name | Location | Type | Courses | Intake | Entrance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University College of Law (Dept. of Law, CU) |
Hazra Road, Kolkata | Govt | BA LLB (Hons), LLM, PhD | 120 (UG), 42 (PG) | CU Entrance + Merit |
| Surendranath Law College | Kolkata | Govt-Affiliated | BA LLB, BA LLB (Hons), LLM | 180 | CU Entrance Exam |
| South Calcutta Law College | Kolkata | Govt-Affiliated | BA LLB, BA LLB (Hons), LLM | 180 | CU Entrance Exam |
| Jogesh Chandra Chaudhuri Law College | Kolkata | Govt-Affiliated | BA LLB, BA LLB (Hons) | 120 | CU Entrance Exam |
| Bikash Bharati Law College | Sukhdevpur, 24 Parganas | Private | BA LLB | 120 | CU Entrance Exam |
| Rabindra Shiksha Samillani Law College | Panchghora, Kolkata | Private | BA LLB | 120 | CU Entrance Exam |
| Jyotirmoy School of Law | Kalikapur, Kolkata | Private | BA LLB | 120 | CU Entrance Exam |
| Shyambazar Law College | Shyambazar, Kolkata | Private | BA LLB | 120 | CU Entrance Exam |
| Heritage Law College | Kolkata | Private | BA LLB | 180 | CU Entrance Exam |
| Kolkata Police Law Institute | Ekbalpur, Kolkata | Govt-Affiliated | 3-Year LLB, 5-Year BA LLB | 120 (LLB), 60 (BA LLB) | CU Entrance + Eligibility |
| A R Law College | South 24 Parganas | Private | BA LLB (Hons) | 120 | CU Entrance Exam |
| LJD Law College | Falta, 24 Parganas (South) | Private | BA LLB, 3-Year LLB | 240 (BA LLB), 60 (LLB) | CU Entrance Exam |
| Sureshwar Dutta Law College | Howrah | Private | BA LLB | 180 | CU Entrance Exam |
| MIES R. M Law College | Sonarpur, Kolkata | Private | 3-Year LLB | 120 | CU Entrance Exam |
Most Calcutta University affiliated colleges offer highly affordable education, with total 5-year fees ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹1.5 Lakhs. For students seeking the most economical path to a law degree, the University College of Law and government-affiliated institutions like Surendranath and South Calcutta Law College are excellent choices. Learn more about building your legal career in our Judicial Services in India — A Complete Guide.
West Bengal State University (WBSU) Law Colleges
Located in Barasat, North 24 Parganas, West Bengal State University oversees several prominent law colleges in the northern suburbs of Kolkata.
| College Name | Location | Type | Courses | Intake |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston Law College | Barasat, North 24 Parganas | Private | BA LLB (Hons), BBA LLB, 3-Year LLB, LLM | 240 (BA LLB), 120 (BBA LLB), 240 (LLB), 60 (LLM) |
| Dept. of Law, WBSU | Barasat | University Dept | 5-Year BSc LLB (Criminology & Forensic Science) | 60 |
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Burdwan University Law Colleges
Burdwan University (now renamed as The University of Burdwan) governs law education in the Bardhaman region, offering both university department programs and affiliated college options.
| College Name | Location | Type | Courses | Intake |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dept. of Law, Burdwan University | Rajbati, Bardhaman | University Dept | BBA LLB (Hons), 3-Year LLB | 60 |
| Government Centre of Legal Education (Formerly Hooghly Mohsin College) |
Chinsurah, Hooghly | Govt | 3-Year LLB | 120 |
| Bengal Law College | Sriniketan, Bolpur | Private | 3-Year LLB, 5-Year BA LLB | 60+ |
| Bankura Samhati Law College | Bankura | Private | 3-Year LLB, 5-Year BA LLB | 60+ |
| Asansol Law College | Asansol | Private | 3-Year LLB | 120 |
| George School of Law | Hooghly | Private | 3-Year LLB | 120 |
| Amex Law College | Nababhat, Purba Bardhaman | Private | 3-Year LLB (Hons), 5-Year BA LLB (Hons) | 120 (LLB), 60 (BA LLB) |
University of Kalyani Law Colleges
The University of Kalyani in Nadia district oversees several respected law colleges in the region.
| College Name | Location | Type | Courses | Intake |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snehangshu Kanta Acharya Institute of Law | Kalyani | Private | 5-Year BA LLB | 180 |
| Bimal Chandra College of Law | Murshidabad | Private | 3-Year LLB | 60 |
| M. A. B. Institute of Juridical Science | Murshidabad | Private | 5-Year BA LLB | 120 |
| JRSET College of Law | Chakdaha, Nadia | Private | 3-Year LLB, 5-Year BA LLB (Hons) | 60 (LLB), 120 (BA LLB) |
North Bengal University Law Colleges
For students in North Bengal, the University of North Bengal in Darjeeling district offers excellent law education opportunities.
| College Name | Location | Type | Courses | Intake |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Institute of Legal Studies (IILS) | Siliguri / North Bengal | Private | 3-Year LLB, 5-Year BA LLB (Hons), BBA LLB (Hons), BCom LLB (Hons) | 120+ |
IILS is one of the most prominent private law colleges in North Bengal with multiple integrated law programs and strong BCI approval. cite🛠web_search:124#4:~:text=Indian Institute of Legal Studies...3 year LLB course...Intake: 120
Vidyasagar University Law Colleges
Covering the districts of Paschim Medinipur, Purba Medinipur, and parts of South 24 Parganas, Vidyasagar University operates law colleges in the coastal and tribal belt of West Bengal.
| College Name | Location | Type | Courses | Intake |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midnapore Law College | Midnapore | Private | 5-Year BA LLB (Hons), 3-Year LLB | 60 each |
| Haldia Law College | Haldia, Purba Medinipur | Private | 5-Year BA LLB, 3-Year LLB | 120 (BA LLB), 120 (LLB) |
Cooch Behar University Law Colleges
For students in the Cooch Behar and Alipurduar region, the following institutions provide accessible legal education.
| College Name | Location | Type | Courses | Intake |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uttarayan College of Law | Madhupur, Cooch Behar | Private | 5-Year BA LLB (Hons), 3-Year LLB | 120 (BA LLB), 60 (LLB) |
| Indian Institute of Legal Studies (IILS) | Cooch Behar | Private | 3-Year LLB, 5-Year BA LLB (Hons) | 180 (LLB), 120 (BA LLB) |
Gour Banga University Law Colleges
Serving the Malda, Dakshin Dinajpur, and Uttar Dinajpur regions, Gour Banga University offers law education through its affiliated colleges.
| College Name | Location | Type | Courses | Intake |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balurghat Law College | Balurghat, Dakshin Dinajpur | Private | 5-Year BBA LLB (Hons), 3-Year LLB | 60 each |
Kazi Nazrul University Law Colleges
Based in Asansol, Kazi Nazrul University caters to the Paschim Bardhaman and surrounding industrial belt.
| College Name | Location | Type | Courses | Intake |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dept. of Law, Kazi Nazrul University | Asansol | University Dept | 3-Year LLB (Hons), 5-Year BA LLB (Hons) | 120 (LLB), 60 (BA LLB) |
| Durgapur Institute of Legal Studies | Durgapur | Private | 3-Year LLB (Hons), 5-Year BA LLB (Hons) | 120 each |
| Law College, Durgapur | Durgapur | Private | 5-Year BA LLB (Hons), 5-Year BCom LLB | 120 (BA LLB), 60 (BCom LLB) |
| Binoda Law College | Paschim Bardhaman | Private | 5-Year BA LLB (Hons), 3-Year LLB (Hons) | 60 each |
Private Universities & Deemed Universities
West Bengal is home to several private universities that offer law programs with modern infrastructure, industry connections, and flexible admission processes. These institutions are particularly popular among students seeking global exposure and placement support.
| University Name | Location | Courses | Entrance | Approx. Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amity University | Kolkata | BA LLB, BBA LLB, BCom LLB, LLB, LLM | University Process / CLAT | ₹10–12 Lakhs |
| Adamas University | Barasat, 24 Parganas (North) | BA LLB, BBA LLB, LLB, LLM | University Entrance | ₹7–9 Lakhs |
| JIS University | Kolkata | BA LLB, 3-Year LLB, LLM | University Entrance | ₹5–7 Lakhs |
| Brainware University | Barasat, Kolkata | BA LLB (Hons), BBA LLB (Hons), LLB | University Entrance | ₹5–6 Lakhs |
| Sister Nivedita University | Kolkata | BA LLB, LLB | University Entrance | ₹6–8 Lakhs |
| The Neotia University | Kolkata | BA LLB, LLB | University Entrance | ₹5–7 Lakhs |
| St. Xavier's University | Kolkata | BA LLB | University Entrance | ₹6–8 Lakhs |
| Techno India University | Kolkata | BA LLB, LLB | University Entrance | ₹4–6 Lakhs |
| University of Engineering & Management (UEM) | Kolkata | LLB | University Entrance | ₹3–4 Lakhs |
| Seacom Skills University | Birbhum | LLB | University Entrance | ₹2–3 Lakhs |
| MAKAUT (Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Univ. of Tech) | Nadia | BBA LLB (Hons) | University Entrance | ₹2–3 Lakhs |
Private universities like Amity University Kolkata offer world-class infrastructure, international collaborations, and strong placement cells. For a detailed understanding of private law school entrance exams, read our guide on Symbiosis Law Admission Test (SLAT), which follows a similar pattern for top private institutions.
IIT Kharagpur — Rajiv Gandhi School of IP Law
A unique entry in West Bengal's legal education landscape is the Rajiv Gandhi School of Intellectual Property Law (RGSOIPL) at IIT Kharagpur. It is India's only law school within an IIT framework and specializes in Intellectual Property Law, Patent Law, and Technology Law.
| Institution | Location | Courses | Intake | Entrance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rajiv Gandhi School of IP Law, IIT Kharagpur | Kharagpur | 3-Year LLB (Hons), LLM, PhD | 60 (LLB) | CLAT PG / IIT Entrance |
RGSOIPL is ideal for students interested in patent law, copyright, trademarks, and technology-related legal careers. The placement record is impressive, with packages ranging from ₹8 LPA to ₹18.23 LPA. cite🛠web_search:122#2:~:text=Rajiv Gandhi School of Intellectual Property Law IIT Kharagpur Placement...INR 8 LPA - INR 18.23 LPA
Admission Process & Entrance Exams in West Bengal
1. CLAT (Common Law Admission Test)
CLAT is the gateway to WBNUJS (NLU Kolkata) and is accepted by some private universities. It is a 2-hour offline exam with 120 questions covering English, GK, Legal Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Techniques. cite🛠web_search:125#8:~:text=CLAT test results are accepted by 19 national level universities
2. Calcutta University Law Entrance Exam
Most colleges affiliated with Calcutta University conduct their admissions through the CU B.A. LL.B. Entrance Examination. This includes top colleges like Surendranath Law College, South Calcutta Law College, Jogesh Chandra Chaudhuri Law College, and Heritage Law College.
3. University-Specific Entrance Tests
Private universities like Amity, Adamas, JIS, and Brainware conduct their own entrance exams or accept CLAT scores. Some also offer direct admission based on 10+2 merit.
4. AILET (All India Law Entrance Test)
While AILET is specifically for NLU Delhi, many West Bengal students appear for it as a backup option. If you are preparing for multiple entrances, our AILET Exam Pattern 2027 and AILET Syllabus guides will help you prepare efficiently.
Eligibility Criteria for 5-Year Integrated Law (BA LLB)
- Educational Qualification: 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board
- Minimum Marks: 45% for General/OBC, 40% for SC/ST (as per BCI norms)
- Age Limit: No upper age limit for CLAT; varies for state-level exams
Career Scope After Law in West Bengal
West Bengal offers diverse career opportunities for law graduates:
- Judicial Services: Appear for the West Bengal Judicial Service Exam (WBJS) to become a Civil Judge or Judicial Magistrate. Read our complete Judicial Services in India Guide for detailed preparation strategies.
- Litigation: Practice in District Courts, High Court at Calcutta, or the Supreme Court.
- Corporate Law: Join law firms like Khaitan & Co., AZB & Partners, or corporate legal departments.
- Public Prosecutor: Serve as APP or PPP in various districts.
- Legal Academia: Pursue LLM and PhD for teaching positions in law colleges.
- PSU & Banking: Legal officers in SBI, RBI, and other government undertakings.
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