Ph.D. in Law at Raffles University: overview

Raffles University, Neemrana, Rajasthan, offers Ph.D. in Law as a 2-year doctoral degree. There are 23 seats in each batch. Fees for the full course come to ₹4 lakh (roughly ₹2 lakh a year).

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

Raffles University is a other institute, founded in 2011. This page brings together what is on record for this course at Raffles University — 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 Raffles University for the current semester-wise plan.

Ph.D. in Law fees at Raffles University

The fee figures on record for this course are below. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise.

FeeAmount
Total course fee₹4 lakh
Approximate cost per year₹2 lakh

Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with Raffles University 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 Raffles University's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

How to get admission to Ph.D. in Law at Raffles University

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 Raffles University on its website (rafflesuniversity.edu.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.

Other Ph.D specialisations at Raffles University

Is Ph.D. in Law at Raffles University right for you?

Ask yourself — and the college — these questions first:

  • Are you genuinely interested in constitutional? You will spend 2 years on it.
  • Can you manage ₹4 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 Raffles University compare with other colleges offering Ph.D in and around Neemrana?

Ph.D. in Law at Raffles University: FAQs

What is the fee for Ph.D. in Law at Raffles University?

The total fee on record for Ph.D. in Law at Raffles University is ₹4 lakh, about ₹2 lakh a year. Hostel and other charges may be extra.

How long is Ph.D. in Law at Raffles University?

Ph.D. in Law at Raffles University is a 2-year full-time doctoral course.

How many seats are there in Ph.D. in Law at Raffles University?

Raffles University has 23 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.

Which other Ph.D specialisations does Raffles University offer?

Besides Ph.D. in Law, Raffles University offers Ph.D. in Zoology, Ph.D. in Chemistry, Ph.D. in Management, Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Ph.D. in Mathematics and Ph.D. in Electronics and Communication Engineering and 1 more.

Is Raffles University a government or private college?

Raffles University is a other institute, founded in 2011, located in Neemrana, Rajasthan.