Salary after LLB in India, Allowance and Perks

Law as a profession is one of the most popular career options among students in recent years, as there are many opportunities available after completing a law degree.

You can pursue either a 3-year or 5-year LLB course after the completion of your class 12. LLB offers a handsome salary and a plethora of career opportunities to explore.

Due to the changing social and economic circumstances, there is a rising demand for lawyers. Lawyers can find a variety of employment opportunities in different sectors like corporate companies, IT firms, administrative services, law agencies, and various corporate houses, media & entertainment, political parties, finance companies, and more.

 Read through the post that will give you a complete insight into Salary after LLB, allowance and perks, different types of lawyers and their salaries, and more.

What is the Salary after LLB?

The salary after LLB may vary depending on the specialization you work in and the experience you hold. However, it usually increases with exposure, time, and knowledge enhancement.

In India, the salary of a lawyer ranges from Rs. 25-30 lakhs per annum. Apart from the PCS J Salary, a lawyer is entitled to get many other allowance and perks as mentioned below:

• House Rent Allowance
• Travel Allowance
• Electricity Bill
• Phone Bill
• Water Bill
• Car Facility
• Vehicle Maintenance
• Pension after Retirement

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Jobs after LLB and Salary

Apart from the various profiles that are mentioned above, you can also build your career as mentioned below:

• Law firm administrator
• Chief financial officer
• Mediator
• Trademark attorney
• Immigration Assistant
• Company Secretary

Also Read: Step-by-Step process to Become a Lawyer

Check out the table below that helps you get an idea about the different types of lawyers and their salaries.

Job Profile	Starting Salary	Mid Level Salary	Senior Level Salary
Lawyer	Rs. 2 - 3 LPA	Rs. 4 LPA	Rs. 9 - 10 LPA
Corporate Lawer	Rs. 5 LPA	Rs. 7 LPA	Rs. 10 LPA
Legal Analyst	Rs. 2 - 3 LPA	Rs. 4 - 5 LPA	Rs. 7 LPA
Civil Lawyer	Rs. 2 - 3 LPA	Rs. 8 LPA	Rs. 20+ LPA

Salary of a Government Lawyer

Government lawyers are hired in many sectors that are run either by the state government or the central government.

Several factors are considered for determining the salary after BBA LLB, including prior work experience, employment sector, designation, company, etc.

Let us have a look at the table below to know the salary details of the Government lawyer.

To pursue LLB, you must appear for Law Entrance Exams conducted every year across the country. 

Job Profile	Average Salary (per annum)	Entry-Level Salary (per annum)	Mid-Level Salary (per annum)	Senior-Level Salary (per annum)
Government Lawyer	Rs. 3,60,000	Rs. 1,00,000	Rs. 7,50,000	Rs. 45,00,000
Legal Representative	Rs. 3,20,000	Rs. 2,00,000	Rs. 8,00,000	Rs. 14,50,000
Legal Counsel	Rs. 4,80,000	Rs. 3,60,000	Rs. 9,50,000	Rs. 15,00,000
Government Attorney	Rs. 2,50,000	Rs. 1,00,000	Rs. 8,20,000	Rs. 12,80,000
In-house Attorney	Rs. 2,70,000	Rs. 1,20,000	Rs. 6,40,000	Rs. 10,40,000
Litigation Attorney	Rs. 3,10,000	Rs. 1,75,000	Rs. 7,20,000	Rs. 12,50,000

Top Industries to Choose after LLB

Nowadays, lawyers are not just the part of courts where they are defending their clients. Indeed, they play an active role in IT firms, administrative services, corporate companies, law agencies, and various corporate houses.

Law professionals are not restricted to three branches of government: legislature, executive, and judiciary. Instead, you have multiple Career Options after Law Graduation.

The following are some of the most popular industries that you can choose from after your LLB degree.

• Colleges & Universities
• Law Firms
• Telecom
• Courts
• Legal Consultancies
• MNCs
• Sales tax and Excise Departments
• Bank (Legal Dept)
• Business House
• News Channels
• Judiciary

Read more: Most popular government law colleges in India

Salary after LLB: Top Recruiters

After completing your LLB degree, you can find job opportunities in the public and private sectors. You can also go for higher studies in the same field to get remarkable career opportunities in the future.

You can pursue LLM courses in various specializations through various entrance exams like CLAT PG Exam, AILET PG, etc.

The following are some of the most popular companies that hire LLB graduates.

Amarchand Mangalda	AZB Partners
J Sagar Associates	Khaitan & Co
Luthra & Luthra	Trilegal
Desai & Diwanji	Singhania & Partners
Titus & Co	Wadia Ghandy & Co
Economic Laws Practice	Vaish & Associates

Also Read: Career Options after Law in India:6 Irresistible Career Paths