Is PhD After LLM Worth It?

Yes, as per the guidelines of the UGC, a 1-year LLM is valid for PhD admissions.

You can get your Online doctorate after LLM with a highly affordable fee structure. The fee structure for an online DBA after an LLM ranges from INR 600,000 to INR 1,000,000 for the entire program. As this program is completely online, there are no additional expenses that need to be incurred.

You need to have obtained at least 55% to 60% in LLM to become eligible for PhD Admissions.

Yes, you can pursue a PhD after completing your LLM, or Master of Laws.

After completing your LLM degree, you need to qualify for entrance exams like UGC NET, AILET, and other university-centric exams to become eligible for admission to a PhD.

No, you cannot get admission to a PhD after an LLB. A master's degree is a must to get admission to a PhD program. However, you can get admission to an Online DBA after LLB.

Being widely popular for its prolonged research, a traditional PhD after LLM normally takes 5 to 7 years. You need to commit to full-time research with a residency requirement for this period.

The duration of the Doctorate of Business Administration in Online mode after LLM can be completed in just 3 years. You need to make a full-time commitment to research or residency. You can complete this online doctorate after your LLM while meeting your daily commitments.

Since a traditional PhD has an extended duration, the cost of the program can get a bit expensive. Normally, the fee for a PhD in Law ranges from INR 100,000 to INR 150,000 per year. This can be unaffordable for most of the students. Moreover, the additional expenditure on traveling, relocation, food, and other expenses increases the cost of this program further.