Ph.D. in Law at NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU): overview
If you are looking at Ph.D. in Law, NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU) runs it as a 3-year, full-time doctoral course. The intake is 12 seats a year. The total fee on record is ₹1.7 lakh, which works out to about ₹57,000 a year.
At its core, the programme covers constitutional, criminal, contract and corporate law, with moot courts and internships.
NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU) is a other institute, founded in 2005. This page brings together what is on record for this course at NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU) — 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 NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU) for the current semester-wise plan.
Ph.D. in Law fees at NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU)
Here is how the fee on record breaks down. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total course fee | ₹1.7 lakh |
| Approximate cost per year | ₹57,000 |
Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU) before you pay anything.
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 NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU)'s prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.
How to get admission to Ph.D. in Law at NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU)
Here is the usual route in:
- Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
- Take CLAT, LSAT India and a university's own test and keep your scorecard.
- Apply to NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
- Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.
Is Ph.D. in Law at NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU) 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.
- Can you manage ₹1.7 lakh over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
- What do recent graduates of this course actually go on to do?
- How does NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU) compare with other colleges offering Ph.D?
Ph.D. in Law at NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU): FAQs
What is the fee for Ph.D. in Law at NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU)?
The total fee on record for Ph.D. in Law at NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU) is ₹1.7 lakh, about ₹57,000 a year. Hostel and other charges may be extra.
How long is Ph.D. in Law at NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU)?
Ph.D. in Law at NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU) is a 3-year full-time doctoral course.
How many seats are there in Ph.D. in Law at NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU)?
NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU) has 12 seats in Ph.D. in Law each year.
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.
Is NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU) a government or private college?
NLU Lucknow (RMLNLU) is a other institute, founded in 2005.