LLM (Master of Laws) courses usually ask the applicants to pass entrance exams, based on country and university. In India, CLAT PG (Common Law Admission Test for Postgraduate) and AILET PG (All India Law Entrance Test) are accepted across many universities. There are universities that hold their own entrance tests, some of them accept LSAT scores, while others ask for merit-based admissions. Internationally, world-class universities can ask for GRE or LSAT scores, coupled with good academic credentials and professional legal experience.
Admission criteria differ according to the requirement of the institution. While some universities place greater importance on entrance examination scores, others evaluate the applicants in terms of personal statements, work experience, and research proposals. Strong performance of undergraduate law degrees (LLB or equivalent) is also essential. Students should refer to particular university guidelines to find out whether an entrance test is required in their desired LLM program.