Aligarh Muslim University is one of the most reputed Universities in India. They structured an entrance exam, Aligarh Muslim University Master of Law Entrance Exam (AMU LLM Test) for the admission into the post graduate law programme. The duration of the LLM course provided by the University is two years. This University offers various courses. There are 100 seats offered for the LLM course. The law Programmes offered by Aligarh Muslim University are of high standard. Numerous candidates are appearing for the exam each year.

Structure of AMU LLM test

The admission process is done on the basis of the entrance test. The written test has duration of two hours. The test will be of 100 marks. It consists of objective and short answer type questions to evaluate the candidates’ basic knowledge in LLB topics. It covers questions from the LLB curriculum. Those who clear the written test can only get the chance for joining for the post graduate LLM programme.

Syllabus for AMU LLM test

The questions of the AMU LLM test are from the syllabus of the candidates’ LLB or BA LLB courses. The main topics for the exam are given below

• Constitutional Law
• Criminal Law
• Law of Contracts
• Law of Torts
• Legal Theory

Eligibility Criteria

The candidates who have a Graduation certificate in LLB or BA LLB with 55% marks can apply for the AMU LLB test. The candidates should attain the degree from any reputed Law Universities under the government. The candidates who have less than 22 years of age are not eligible for getting admission. Certain relaxation of marks and age are provided for the SC/SC/OBC candidates’ as per the government rules. The candidates in the final year degree classes can also apply for the test. The proof of their mark lists should be presented at the time of the admission.

How to Apply?

The application form and information bulletin will be published in the website www.amucontrollerexams.com. The candidates can get the form by downloading it from the website. The form can also be received by post after sending a request letter along with a demand draft of the application fee to the concerned authority. The registration number of the candidates should be filled at the top of the requisition letter. The application fee is Rs.600/-The filed form should be forwarded to the University before the due date.

How to fill the Form?

The candidates have to follow all the instructions given in the exam brochure to fill the form. There are several important things that taken into consideration at the time of form filling .The form should be in the prescribed format. All relevant documents needed to be sent together with this application form. The demand draft of Rs.600/- in favor of The Finance Officer, AMU will be enclosed with the form. The signature and thumb impression of the candidates must be there in the relevant place. The details mentioned in the form must be correct, otherwise leads to the rejection of the form. The form should be reached at AMU before the last date for receiving the application form.

Important Dates (Tentative)

Last Date for receiving application form: Last Week of March, 2012

Entrance examination date: First Week of June, 2012

List of AMU LLM test centers

Aligarh Muslim University

Contact Address for the AMU LLM test

• Ph.: 09837043345
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.amu.ac.in

Colleges Accepting the AMU LLM test score

Aligarh Muslim University

Reference Books for AMU LLM test

• The Legal System by Malleson K
• The Law-Making Process by Zander M
• Textbook on Tort by Howarth D
• Study Package for CLAT and LLB Entrance Examination By Bhardwaj
• Study Package for CLAT & LLM Entrance Examinations by AP Bhardwaj
• Principles of Criminal Law by Ashworth A
• Practice Test Papers for CLAT By Auras Mehta
• Practice Papers for CLAT Common Law Admission Test by Gaurav Mehta
• LLM entrance exam guide by Asian books private ltd
• Legal Aptitude and Legal Reasoning for the CLAT by A. P. Bhardwaj
• Legal Aptitude and Legal Reasoning by Panel of Experts
• Guide to Common Law Admission Test by Hema Raman
• Criminal law: theory and doctrine by Simester, A.P. and G.R. Sullivan
• Criminal Law by Smith and Hogan
• Constitutional and Administrative Law by Barnett H
• Comprehensive Book of English Grammar by Dr. B. B. Jain
• Common Law Admission Test CLAT (Guide) by Rph Editorial Board
• Common Law Admission Test by Lal and Mishra
• Common Law Admission Test by HemaRaman
• Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) Guide By Rph Editorial Board
• CLAT by Mazumdar Rituparna
• Cases and Materials on Constitutional and Administrative Law by Thompson, B. and M.J. Allen
• Casebook on Contract Law by Poole J

Coaching Centers for AMU LLM test

• Zenith Point
• Yukthi Educational Services
• Rachna ACA of Career Education
• Quantum Education
• Piyush Law Academy
• Oliven Enterprises
• Nisha Tutorials
• National Institute of Advanced Learning
• M.S. Coaching Center- Chennai
• LLB Asian College
• Jamboree Education Pvt. Ltd
• IMS
• GMAT Toppers
• Career Launcher
• B.R.C Institute
• Ambition Law Academy
• A a Giitjee Gurus for lit-Jee

Study Plan

The candidates have to start their preparation as early as possible. Last minutes study will not help the students. So the students have to prepare a time table for study. The students have to collect the syllabus and previous question papers from the website. The students have to split the syllabus into small sections. Try to cover all the topics as mentioned in the syllabus. Lists of reference books are mentioned in the website. Try to collect necessary notes from those books. Make use of the services provided by the coaching centers. Mock tests help the students to recognize their strengths and weaknesses. Give more time to study the difficult topics. Revise each topic at the last days of the exam. It helps them to answer all the questions from those topics.

How and Where To Get the Results?

The list of the selected candidates will be displayed on the notice board of the Aligarh Muslim University. The results will be also published in the official website of the University www.amucontrollerexams.com. The candidates can check the website for availing all information about their admission.

Score Validity

The AMU LLM exam score is valid for one year. After that period new exam will be conducted by the University for the Selection of the candidates for the new academic year.