Ph.D. in Law at JIS University, Kolkata: overview

JIS University, Kolkata, Kolkata, West Bengal, offers Ph.D. in Law as a 3-year doctoral degree. The total fee on record is ₹2.04 lakh – ₹6.39 lakh, which works out to about ₹68,000 a year.

Expect to spend most of your time on constitutional, criminal, contract and corporate law, with moot courts and internships.

JIS University, Kolkata is a private institute, founded in 2014. This page brings together what is on record for this course at JIS University, Kolkata — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

What you study in Ph.D. in Law

Most Ph.D programmes follow a similar pattern: the first year builds the foundations, the middle years go deep into the subject, and the final year is given over to electives, a major project and usually an internship.

Here that means constitutional, criminal, contract and corporate law, with moot courts and internships. Typical first jobs: advocate, legal associate or corporate legal roles.

The exact syllabus is set by the college or its affiliating university and changes from year to year, so ask JIS University, Kolkata for the current semester-wise plan.

Ph.D. in Law fees at JIS University, Kolkata

The fee figures on record for this course are below. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to Ph.D programmes at JIS University, Kolkata as a group.

FeeAmount
Total course fee₹2.04 lakh – ₹6.39 lakh
Tuition fee₹1.8 lakh – ₹6.15 lakh
Approximate cost per year₹68,000

Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with JIS University, Kolkata before you pay anything.

Ph.D. in Law eligibility

To get into Ph.D. in Law, you usually need a bachelor's degree in any subject.

Admission to this kind of course is usually through CLAT, LSAT India and a university's own test. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check JIS University, Kolkata's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

How to get admission to Ph.D. in Law at JIS University, Kolkata

In most years, admission follows these steps:

  1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
  2. Take CLAT, LSAT India and a university's own test and keep your scorecard.
  3. Apply to JIS University, Kolkata on its website (www.jisuniversity.ac.in) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
  4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

Ph.D. in Law placements at JIS University, Kolkata

The most recent placement data we hold (2023) show an average package of ₹4.5 lakh at JIS University, Kolkata. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

Placement numbers vary a lot by year and by branch. Ask the placement cell for the branch-wise report of the last two batches.

Other Ph.D specialisations at JIS University, Kolkata

Is Ph.D. in Law at JIS University, Kolkata right for you?

Ask yourself — and the college — these questions first:

  • Are you genuinely interested in constitutional? You will spend 3 years on it.
  • Can you manage ₹2.04 lakh – ₹6.39 lakh over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
  • Are the placement figures above good enough for your goals? Ask for the branch-wise numbers.
  • How does JIS University, Kolkata compare with other colleges offering Ph.D in and around Kolkata?

Ph.D. in Law at JIS University, Kolkata: FAQs

What is the fee for Ph.D. in Law at JIS University, Kolkata?

The total fee on record for Ph.D. in Law at JIS University, Kolkata is ₹2.04 lakh – ₹6.39 lakh, about ₹68,000 a year. Hostel and other charges may be extra.

How long is Ph.D. in Law at JIS University, Kolkata?

Ph.D. in Law at JIS University, Kolkata is a 3-year full-time doctoral course.

What is the eligibility for Ph.D. in Law?

You usually need a bachelor's degree in any subject. Admission is usually through CLAT, LSAT India and a university's own test. Check the college's prospectus for this year's cut-off.

What are the placements like at JIS University, Kolkata?

In 2023, JIS University, Kolkata recorded an average package of ₹4.5 lakh. These are college-wide figures.

Which other Ph.D specialisations does JIS University, Kolkata offer?

Besides Ph.D. in Law, JIS University, Kolkata offers Ph.D. in Geology, Ph.D in Smart Sensor System and Instrumentation, Ph.D. in Remote Sensing, Ph.D in Data Science, Ph.D. in Physics, Ph.D. in Management, Ph.D in Computer Science Engineering and Ph.D. in Mathematics and 13 more.

Is JIS University, Kolkata a government or private college?

JIS University, Kolkata is a private institute, founded in 2014, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.