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MODE

Full time

DURATION

72 Months

Pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in Law is a transformative journey for those driven by a passion for legal scholarship and a desire to contribute to the evolving landscape of legal thought. Beyond the academic realm, a PhD in Law opens doors to diverse career paths, including academia, policy research, legal consultancy, and advocacy.

The advanced research programme provides a unique opportunity to delve deeply into legal theories, jurisprudence, and contemporary legal issues. It allows candidates to engage in original, impactful research, addressing complex legal questions and making significant contributions to the field.

A Doctor of Philosophy in Law provides a platform to influence legal discourse, shape public policies, and contribute to the development of a just and equitable society. Pursuing a PhD in Law is indeed a commitment to intellectual exploration, critical analysis, and the pursuit of knowledge that can have a lasting impact on the legal profession and society at large.


Eligibility Criteria

Master's degree or a professional degree declared equivalent to the Master’s degree by the corresponding statutory regulatory body, with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade 'B' in the UGC 7-point scale (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) or an equivalent degree from a foreign educational Institution accredited by an Assessment and Accreditation Agency which is approved, recognized or authorized by an authority, established or incorporated under a law in its home country or any other statutory authority in that country for the purpose of assessing, accrediting or assuring quality and standards of educational institutions.  

Candidates who have cleared the M.Phil. course work with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade 'B' in the UGC 7-point scale (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) and successfully completing the M.Phil. Degree shall be eligible to proceed to do research work leading to the Ph. D. Degree in the same Institution in an integrated programme. A relaxation of 5% of marks, from 55% to 50%, or an equivalent relaxation of grade, may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC(non-creamy layer)/differently-abled and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the Commission from time to time.

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