Ph.D. in Law at N.R.E.C. College: overview

If you are looking at Ph.D. in Law, N.R.E.C. College runs it as a 3-year, full-time doctoral course.

At its core, the programme covers constitutional, criminal, contract and corporate law, with moot courts and internships.

N.R.E.C. College is a public/government institute, founded in 1901. This page brings together what is on record for this course at N.R.E.C. College — 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 N.R.E.C. College for the current semester-wise plan.

Ph.D. in Law fees at N.R.E.C. College

N.R.E.C. College has not published a fee for Ph.D. in Law on our record yet. When you ask, ask for the total across all 3 years — not just the first-year figure — and whether hostel and exam fees are included.

Ph.D. in Law eligibility

To be considered for 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 N.R.E.C. College's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

How to get admission to Ph.D. in Law at N.R.E.C. College

Here is the usual route in:

  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 N.R.E.C. College 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.

Other Ph.D specialisations at N.R.E.C. College

Is Ph.D. in Law at N.R.E.C. College right for you?

Before you decide, it helps to be clear on these:

  • Are you genuinely interested in constitutional? You will spend 3 years on it.
  • What will the full course cost, including hostel and living costs?
  • What do recent graduates of this course actually go on to do?
  • How does N.R.E.C. College compare with other colleges offering Ph.D?

Ph.D. in Law at N.R.E.C. College: FAQs

How long is Ph.D. in Law at N.R.E.C. College?

Ph.D. in Law at N.R.E.C. College 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.

Which other Ph.D specialisations does N.R.E.C. College offer?

Besides Ph.D. in Law, N.R.E.C. College offers Ph.D. in English, Ph.D. in Political Science, Ph.D. in Geography, Ph.D. in History, Ph.D. in Mathematics, Ph.D. in Commerce, Ph.D. in Sociology and Ph.D. in Economics and 3 more.

Is N.R.E.C. College a government or private college?

N.R.E.C. College is a public/government institute, founded in 1901.