KLE Society's Law College

KLE Law College was established in 1975 under the aegis of KLE Society, Belgaum. The college is an initiative of the Karnataka Lingayat Education Society, which aims to meet the needs of young minds pursuing a legal education.

The college is recognized by the Bar Council of India and was affiliated to the Karnataka State Law University, Hubballi, until 2021. KLE Law College is now a Constituent College of the KLE Technological University, Hubballi.

KLE Society's wings have spread wide and far with 301 institutions, 1,38,000 students and 18,000 employees earning their livelihood, giving myriads of opportunities.

• Rich legacy of 49 years
• Continuous University ranks
• College ranking from media houses
• 50 full time faculty members
• Continuous training, guidance for ADR
• Moot Court
• Trial Advocacy competitions and other advocacy skills
• Complete sponsoring for Moot and co-curricular activities

Some of the KLE Society's Law College Ranking are tabulated below:

The institute offers various courses in law, like B.A L.L.B, B.B.A L.L.B, and B.Com L.L.B. In addition to these, K.L.E also offers certificate courses, Diploma courses, and a Master's program in law.

Admission to UG and PG courses are based on merit or CLAT/ LSAT scores.

Direct Link to Apply for KLE Law College Admissions.

KLE Society's Law College offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma courses in law. The table below lists the courses and their key details.

Admission to KLE Society's Law College is based on entrance or a first come first serve basis. Applicants for dual degree courses must have 10+2 or CLAT/ LSAT scores.

Candidates who cleared 10+2 with 65% get direct admission. Admission to LL.M is based on degree marks or LSAT scores. KLE also offers admission on a first come first serve basis in the LL.M course.

How to Apply

• Applicants must visit the website of KLE.
• After ensuring the eligibility criteria prescribed by KLE, candidates can apply.
• Candidates have to fill an online application form, by clicking "Apply Online".
• This will direct to another page. Fill the required information in the appropriate columns.
• Further communication will be via an email link sent by KLE.
• There is an online fee payment for the application.

Documents Required

1. Original Grade Card of SSLC / 10th
2. Original Marks Card of 11th class/ PUC
3. Original Marks Card of 12th class/ PUC
4. Transfer Certificate
5. Migration Certificate (only for CBSE/ ISC/ IB and Non-Karnataka students)
6. Aadhar Card
7. Original Marks Card of all semester's
8. Provisional Degree Certificate/ Convocation Certificate (For 3 year LL.B course)
9. Caste certificate and Income certificate (if applicable)
10. Keep the Xerox copy of all documents along with originals.

The Placement Committee of KLE coordinates all aspects of recruitment and placements at K.L.E Society's Law College. The placement committee is an organ of the Mentor Cell.

• It makes sure that the students get all the available opportunities of the recruitment with Law firms, LPOs, Advocates or companies.
• The committee functions throughout the year and co-ordinates the activities towards The Placement Drive each year and off-campus recruitment.
• There are also a number of job opportunities offered to the students by firms like Future Generali, Mindcrest, Bajaj Allianz, India Shelter Finance Corporation, and Lawsisto Private Limited.

Top Internship Firms at KLE

• J.Sagar Associates
• Ravi B Naik Associates
• Vivek Subbareddy, Sr, Advocate
• C.S Davar and Co. Patent & Trademark Attorneys
• Holla Associates
• Dua Associates
• K Shashi Kiran Shetty, Advocate General
• Bangalore District Legal Services Authority
• SC Sharda and Associates, CS
• Parikh and Parikh, New Delhi

Top Recruiters at KLE

• DRL Logistics
• Toyoda Gosei
• Exigent
• Decathlon
• Puma
• TamilNadu Newsprint & Papers Ltd.
• Barc
• Karnataka Soaps and Detergents Ltd.
• Tata Hitachi
• Motherson Sumi

KLE Law College has instituted the Merit Scholarship Policy to encourage the meritorious students and to procure quality admissions.

KLE Society's Law College offers scholarships based on the marks scored in the qualifying exam. The amount depends on the program and the percentage secured.

The college provides several facilities for students. These include a library, moot court hall, auditoriums, medical care, and hostels.

• Library: The library has books, journals, research materials, and periodicals. It is open Monday to Saturday and has an OPAC facility.
• Moot Court Hall: This space helps students improve their advocacy skills.
• Auditorium: There are three auditoriums with internet-enabled and modern facilities. Workshops, conferences, and meetings are held here.
• Medical Health Centre Care: Medical aid is available for students and employees under the KLE Belgaum Health Care Services Scheme during office hours.
• Hostel: Two hostels are available, with separate accommodation for boys and girls. Hostels are allotted on a first-come-first-serve basis, and a mess facility is provided.

The institute has 44 faculty members. The faculty strength is divided across different designations.

• Associate Professors: 2
• Assistant Professors: 17
• Lecturers: 5
• Guest Faculties: 14
• Adjunct Professors: 2

Is there any age limit to any of the courses?

Yes. For the dual degree courses (B.A LL.B, B.B.A LL.B, and B.Com LL.B), the age limit is 20 years for general/merit candidates and 22 years for SC/ST/OBC candidates.

Does KLE Society's Law College provide scholarships?

Yes, scholarships are given to meritorious students based on the following criteria:

• 90% score in the 12th.
• 80 percentile in LSAT.
• Top scores in CLAT.
• Recognition of performance in each semester's exams.

Is there a Hostel facility available for Girls?

Yes. KLE provides separate hostels for boys and girls.

What are the practical skills provided by KLE?

The college organizes events to nurture student talent. These include Moot Court, Client Counseling, Court observation, and Drafting and Pleading.

What is the selection process of 5-year integrated courses?

Candidates must clear 10+2 or CLAT. Direct admission is ensured for aspirants with above 65%. Admission is purely based on first-come-first-serve.

Is there any certificate course in KLE?

Yes. KLE offers certificate courses with specializations in Aviation Law, Intellectual Property Law, and Alternative Dispute Resolution System.

What is the fee structure at KLE Society's Law College?

The fee structure is as follows:

The annual tuition fee depends on the course and the student's residency category. Fees are listed separately for Karnataka, Non-Karnataka, and Foreign students.

All five integrated and postgraduate law programs have a uniform fee for foreign students. The LLM fee is the same for Karnataka and Non-Karnataka students.