{"id":639,"date":"2026-01-10T11:19:45","date_gmt":"2026-01-10T11:19:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.geetauniversity.edu.in\/?p=639"},"modified":"2026-01-12T05:12:00","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T05:12:00","slug":"one-year-llm-vs-two-year-llm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/blog\/one-year-llm-vs-two-year-llm\/","title":{"rendered":"Difference Between One-Year &#038; Two-Year LLM: Validity in India"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The difference between <\/span><b>a one-year LLM and a two-year LLM <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is dependent on educational breadth, research experience, and professional goals. Both methods are recognized under the Indian higher education system and support legal, academic, and professional professions. Although one-year programs offer right-away qualification, two-year structures provide stronger research and teaching training. Selection should be focused on long-term professional goals and academic planning.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/blog\/one-year-llm-vs-two-year-llm\/#What_Is_The_Core_Framework_Of_LLM_Programs_In_India\" >What Is The Core Framework Of LLM Programs In India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/blog\/one-year-llm-vs-two-year-llm\/#How_Do_One-Year_and_Two-Year_LLM_Programs_Differ_in_Structure\" >How Do One-Year and Two-Year LLM Programs Differ in Structure?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/blog\/one-year-llm-vs-two-year-llm\/#Main_5_Differences_Between_One-Year_LLM_And_Two-Year_LLM\" >Main 5 Differences Between One-Year LLM And Two-Year LLM<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/blog\/one-year-llm-vs-two-year-llm\/#How_Do_Both_Formats_Compare_Academically\" >How Do Both Formats Compare Academically?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/blog\/one-year-llm-vs-two-year-llm\/#What_Are_The_Career_Options_After_LLM\" >What Are The Career Options After LLM?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/blog\/one-year-llm-vs-two-year-llm\/#What_Are_The_Key_Academic_Benefits_Of_Studying_LLM\" >What Are The Key Academic Benefits Of Studying LLM?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/blog\/one-year-llm-vs-two-year-llm\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/blog\/one-year-llm-vs-two-year-llm\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_The_Core_Framework_Of_LLM_Programs_In_India\"><\/span><b>What Is The Core Framework Of LLM Programs In India?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The LLM degree is a postgraduate law qualification created to offer advanced legal knowledge, research exposure, and subject particularization. Indian universities offer two academic formats to meet different career goals. The difference between a<\/span><b> one-year LLM and a two-year LLM<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is primarily based on educational depth, research exposure, and professional fit. Both forms follow UGC and university educational regulations and are utilized across higher education and legal sectors.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_One-Year_and_Two-Year_LLM_Programs_Differ_in_Structure\"><\/span><b>How Do One-Year and Two-Year LLM Programs Differ in Structure?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Point of Difference<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>One-Year LLM<\/b><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Two-Year LLM<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Course Duration<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Completed in one academic year with two semesters and a fast-paced schedule.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Completed over two academic years with four semesters and gradual academic progress.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Study Structure<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focuses on intensive classroom teaching and compact legal learning.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provides extended classroom learning with deeper academic coverage.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Research Training<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limited research work with basic dissertation requirements.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes detailed research training, seminars, and long-form thesis writing.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Dissertation Work<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Short research project with limited academic depth.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full-length dissertation with a strong legal research focus.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Teaching Preparation<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suitable for teaching in some institutions, depending on the rules.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strongly preferred by universities for law faculty positions.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>PhD Readiness<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eligible for a PhD in many universities, but may require additional conditions.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Highly suitable for a PhD due to advanced research exposure.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Academic Exposure<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Covers core subjects in a compressed format.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Covers subjects with detailed analysis and academic discussion.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Learning Pace<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Very fast and demanding.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Balanced and academically comfortable.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Career Orientation<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More suitable for legal practice and corporate law roles.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More suitable for teaching, research, and academic careers.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Overall Depth<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provides a postgraduate qualification in a shorter time.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provides a stronger academic and research foundation.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Main_5_Differences_Between_One-Year_LLM_And_Two-Year_LLM\"><\/span><b>Main 5 Differences Between One-Year LLM And Two-Year LLM<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Duration<br \/>\n<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A one-year LLM is completed in 12 months<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The two-year LLM is completed in 24 months<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Academic Depth<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A one-year LLM focuses on fast-track subject learning<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The two-year LLM provides detailed academic and legal theory training<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Research Exposure<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A one-year LLM has limited research and dissertation work<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The two-year LLM includes extensive research, thesis writing, and seminars<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Teaching Eligibility<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A one-year LLM may be accepted for teaching, depending on the university&#8217;s rules<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A two-year LLM is widely preferred for law faculty positions<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>PhD Preparation<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A one-year LLM allows PhD entry in many universities with conditions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A two-year LLM is more suitable and strongly preferred for doctoral studies<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_Both_Formats_Compare_Academically\"><\/span><b>How Do Both Formats Compare Academically?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The one-year LLM offers focused and intensive legal learning within a short academic period.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The two-year LLM provides deeper academic training with stronger research and dissertation development.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table style=\"height: 462px;\" width=\"838\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Area<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>One-Year LLM<\/b><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Two-Year LLM<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Study length<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Short<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extended<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Coursework<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intensive<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Balanced<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Research time<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limited<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Detailed<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Dissertation<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Short<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comprehensive<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Teaching readiness<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strong<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>PhD preparation<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conditional<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Academic depth<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compact<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In-depth<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Career_Options_After_LLM\"><\/span><b>What Are The Career Options After LLM?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Law faculty and teaching roles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legal advisory positions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corporate compliance jobs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Policy and research roles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Litigation and law firm specialisation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Approximate Salary Packages<\/b><\/p>\n<table style=\"height: 329px;\" width=\"676\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Career Role<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Salary Range<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Law Lecturer<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b94\u20138 lakh<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Legal Advisor<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b96\u201312 lakh<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Corporate Counsel<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b98\u201315 lakh<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Research Associate<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b95\u201310 lakh<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Policy Consultant<\/b><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20b97\u201314 lakh<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Key_Academic_Benefits_Of_Studying_LLM\"><\/span><b>What Are The Key Academic Benefits Of Studying LLM?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Higher legal specialisation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teaching eligibility<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research and academic training<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Career growth in law and policy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Professional credibility<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Where to Pursue LLM\u2014One-Year &amp; Two-Year Courses in India<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Geeta University (One-Year LLM)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Geeta Institute of Law \u2013 GIL (Two-Year LLM)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Type of Institution<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Operates as a full-fledged private university with multiple academic schools and research centres<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Functions as a specialised law college focused mainly on legal and court-based education<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LLM Duration<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <a href=\"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/programs\/geeta-global-law-school\/llm\">one-year postgraduate LLM programme<\/a> designed for fast and focused legal specialisation<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/geetalawcollege.in\/courses\/llm-2years\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Two-year postgraduate LLM<\/a> programme designed for detailed legal learning and gradual academic development<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Academic Structure<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follows university-level postgraduate curriculum with a strong emphasis on legal theory and research<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follows traditional law college structure with emphasis on classroom teaching and court practice<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regulatory Framework<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Works under UGC postgraduate and university academic regulations<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approved by the Bar Council of India and affiliated with Kurukshetra University<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research Focus<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provides strong research training with legal research methodology and dissertation guidance<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provides basic research exposure mainly linked to legal practice<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dissertation Work<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes formal dissertation and academic writing components<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes project and dissertation work as part of degree<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PhD in Law Pathway<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allows direct academic progression into a <a href=\"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/phd-law\">PhD in Law<\/a> within the university system<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does not provide a direct doctoral research pathway within the same institution<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both LLM formats provide strong legal education and career value. Recognition depends on university approval and academic structure. One-year programs suit faster qualification, while two-year programs support deeper academic and research growth.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>1. Is LLM required for law teaching?<\/strong><br \/>\nLLM is required by most universities for appointment to academic and teaching positions in law.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Can one-year LLM holders apply for faculty roles?<\/strong><br \/>\nOne-year LLM holders can apply for faculty posts if the degree is UGC approved and meets university criteria.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Which LLM is better for a PhD?<\/strong><br \/>\nYes, according to these points<br \/>\nThe two-year format offers more research<br \/>\nDissertation training is stronger<br \/>\nAcademic preparation is deeper<\/p>\n<p><strong>4.Are both LLM formats recognized?<\/strong><br \/>\nBoth one-year and two-year LLM degrees are recognized when awarded by approved universities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Is LLM useful for corporate law careers?<\/strong><br \/>\nLLM is useful for corporate law roles such as compliance, advisory, and legal consultancy positions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The difference between a one-year LLM and a two-year LLM is dependent on educational breadth,&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":644,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-639","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-law","entry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/639","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=639"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/639\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":649,"href":"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/639\/revisions\/649"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/644"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=639"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=639"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/geetauniversity.edu.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=639"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}