Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Law [BALLB] {Hons.}
Fees
Fees at Dayananda Sagar University for the Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Computer Science and Engineering vary based on the admission route. Students admitted through the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) pay between INR 115,293 and INR 150,000 annually. Those entering via the Dayananda Sagar Admission Test (DSAT) are charged between INR 240,000 and INR 300,000 per year. Meanwhile, the management quota fees range from INR 303,500 to INR 429,000 annually.
Students through COMEDK face tuition expenses of approximately INR 280,000. Additional fees include an examination fee of approximately INR 10,000 per year, and some students incur a skill development fee of up to INR 25,000 annually. The hostel fee is around INR 200,000. Scholarship opportunities exist, including discounts up to INR 75,000 through DSAT performance or governmental schemes like the SSP and NSP, particularly for eligible students based on reservation categories.
About Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Law [BALLB] {Hons.}
The BA+LLB (Hons.) at Dayananda Sagar University (DSU), Bangalore is a 5-year integrated undergraduate programme combining humanities and social sciences with legal studies, offered through DSU’s School of Law. Students cover subjects from political science, sociology, economics, and history alongside core law papers, enabling a broader social-science perspective in legal practice and policy work. DSU is NAAC A+ accredited with moot court facilities, a legal aid clinic, and digital legal databases on campus.
📋 Admission Status: DSU BA+LLB admissions are through CLAT-UG 2026, AILET 2026, or DSAT 2026. Merit-based admission on 10+2 marks is also considered. Application details are published at dsu.edu.in.
Key Points
- NAAC A+ accredited DSU. 162-acre campus on Kanakapura Road, Bangalore.
- Duration: 5 Years (Integrated). Total Fees: INR 12,10,000.
- Combines humanities subjects (political science, sociology, economics) with law.
- Admission through CLAT-UG 2026, AILET 2026, or DSAT 2026.
- Graduates eligible for legal practice, civil services, policy, and academia.
DSU Bangalore BA+LLB Hons. Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Course Duration | 5 Years |
| Annual Fee | INR 2,42,000 per year |
| Total Course Fees | INR 12,10,000 |
- Verify the current fee at dsu.edu.in before admission.
DSU Bangalore BA+LLB Hons. Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CLAT-UG 2026 Registration | August 1 to October 31, 2025 |
| CLAT-UG 2026 Exam | December 7, 2025 |
| CLAT-UG 2026 Result | December 16, 2025 |
| CLAT-UG 2026 Counselling | January to June 2026 |
| AILET 2026 Exam | December 14, 2025 |
| DSAT 2026 Registration | Ongoing (Tentative) |
| DSU Admission Confirmation | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| CLAT-UG 2026 Registration End | August 1 to October 31, 2025 |
| CLAT-UG 2026 Exam Date | December 7, 2025 |
| CLAT-UG 2026 Result | December 16, 2025 |
| AILET 2026 Registration End | August 7 to November 10, 2025 |
| AILET 2026 Exam Date | December 14, 2025 |
| AILET 2026 Result | December 18, 2025 |
| DSAT 2026 Registration End | Ongoing (Tentative) |
| DSAT 2026 Exam Date | 2026 (Tentative) |
| DSAT 2026 Result | 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admitted via CLAT 2026, AILET 2026, DSAT 2026, or board merit.
- Any stream 10+2 with 45% aggregate, 40% for SC/ST.
- Apply at dsu.edu.in during the admission notification window.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board with minimum 45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST).
- English as a compulsory subject at 10+2 level is required.
- Valid score in CLAT-UG 2026, AILET 2026, or DSAT 2026, or merit-based admission.
Admission Process
- Appear for CLAT-UG 2026 (December 7, 2025) or AILET 2026 (December 14, 2025).
- Alternatively, register for DSAT 2026 at dsu.edu.in, or apply on 10+2 merit.
- Apply online at dsu.edu.in during the admission window.
- Submit 10+2 mark sheets, entrance score card, and identity documents.
- Accept the admission offer and pay the fee as per DSU’s payment schedule.
- Complete document verification and report to the School of Law for enrolment.
✓ Opt for this if
- Students targeting civil services, policy roles, or public law
- Fee-sensitive aspirants wanting an integrated law degree in Bangalore
- 10+2 students from any stream interested in social-science-driven legal practice
- Students planning LLM or judiciary exams after the 5-year programme
✗ Skip if
- Aspirants who secured a seat in a National Law University
- Students primarily targeting corporate or commercial law at top firms
- Students who prefer Mumbai or Delhi for law career networking
DSU Bangalore BA+LLB Hons. Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (Central) | As per NSP norms | SC/ST/OBC/Minority students. Apply via scholarships.gov.in |
| Karnataka SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | Full/partial fee reimbursement | Karnataka SC/ST students. Apply via karepass.cgg.gov.in |
| Karnataka OBC/Minority Scholarship | Partial support | Karnataka OBC/Minority students. Apply via state portal |
| DSU Merit Scholarship | Partial fee waiver based on merit | Students with high DSAT scores or board merit. Contact DSU admissions |
| DSU Management Discretionary Scholarship | Need-based assistance | Economically weaker section students. Contact DSU scholarship cell |
- Apply to government scholarships immediately after admission confirmation.
- DSU Merit Scholarships are subject to university policy and annual review.
- Contact DSU scholarship cell for internal award details.
- 27 out of 50 under IIRF Law Ranking 2025.
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DSU Bangalore BA+LLB Hons. FAQs
Ques. What is the fee for BA+LLB at DSU Bangalore?
Ans. The BA+LLB (Hons.) at DSU Bangalore has a total fee of INR 12,10,000 for the 5-year integrated programme (INR 2,42,000 per year per year). Confirm the current fee at dsu.edu.in before applying.
Ques. What entrance exam is needed for BA+LLB at DSU?
Ans. DSU BA+LLB accepts scores from CLAT-UG 2026 (December 7, 2025), AILET 2026 (December 14, 2025), and DSAT 2026. Merit-based admission on 10+2 marks is also considered. Check dsu.edu.in for the current schedule.
Ques. What is the difference between BA+LLB and BBA+LLB at DSU?
Ans. Both are 5-year integrated law programmes at DSU School of Law. BA+LLB combines humanities and social sciences (political science, sociology, history, economics) with legal studies, suiting students interested in civil services, policy, and social-science-driven practice. BBA+LLB integrates business administration with law, suiting students targeting corporate counsel, commercial law, and business management roles.
Ques. What career options are available after BA+LLB from DSU?
Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as advocates enrolled with state bar councils, legal officers and public sector law officials, civil services aspirants (IAS, IPS, IFS), policy analysts and researchers at government bodies and NGOs, legal academics and faculty after LLM and UGC-NET, and human rights or public interest lawyers. The BA+LLB also qualifies holders for LLM admission.
Ques. What subjects are covered in the BA+LLB programme at DSU?
Ans. The BA+LLB curriculum covers law subjects including constitutional law, criminal law, civil procedure, contract law, family law, corporate law, and jurisprudence, alongside humanities subjects such as political science, sociology, economics, history, and English. Practical components include moot court, legal drafting, and internship.
Ques. What practical opportunities are available for BA+LLB students at DSU?
Ans. DSU School of Law provides moot court rooms where BA+LLB students practice trial advocacy and argumentation from the first year itself. The legal aid clinic gives students hands-on experience handling community legal matters under faculty supervision. Students also undertake mandatory internships with law firms, courts, and NGOs in Bangalore, building a professional network and courtroom exposure across the 5-year programme.