NALSAR (NLU Hyderabad) PhD Admissions 2023 is open now. Admissions to the program will be based on the entrance exam and Interview conducted by the University. The Last Date to apply is July 7, 2023. The written Test for admissions to NLU Hyderabad PhD program is going to be held on July 15, 2023. Check NALSAR Admission 2023

NALSAR Ph.D. Important Dates 2023

Events Dates
Last day to Apply July 7, 2023
Ph.D. Entrance Exam Date July 15, 2023

NALSAR Ph.D. Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidates must possess a master’s degree in law or in any other discipline from a recognized University with at least 55% marks or its equivalent grade.
  • Judges of any State High Court with three years experience or Judge of the Supreme Court of India are also eligible to apply.
  • Candidates who have passed the Company Secretary Examination conducted by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India and have been awarded the Associate Membership of the Institute (ACS) can also register for the program.
  • Candidates who have passed the final examination of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, New Delhi are also eligible to apply.

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NALSAR Ph.D. Admission Process

  • Selection of the candidate will be based on the marks scored in the entrance examination conducted by the university. However, candidates who have qualified UGC-NET/JRF, SLET are exempted from this entrance exam.
  • Candidates who pass the entrance test and those exempted from writing the exam will be required to submit a preliminary proposal to get shortlisted for the interview round.
  • If the percentage of plagiarism exceeds 15% in the proposal, then the candidates will not be called for the interview
  • If a candidate clears the admission test and the interview, they will be required to attend a Research Methodology course to be conducted by the University.
  • After successful completion of the course, candidates will have to submit their research proposal
  • The research proposal shall be evaluated by all members of the Research Committee, and accordingly, the candidates will be shortlisted for the course.

NALSAR Ph.D. Entrance Exam Pattern

Admission to the Ph.D. program at NALSAR will be based on written entrance exam scores. The exam will be conducted online and will be three and a half hours long.

The entrance test will be divided into two parts. The first part will consist of 50 marks which will assess aptitude for research and writing skills through MCQs, essays, Comprehension and precis writing and it is mandatory for all applicants. The second part will evaluate the disciplinary background and domain knowledge which candidates can attempt questions under Law, Social Science, and Humanities or Management.

Total Marks: 100 

Sections Marks Duration
Research Aptitude and Writing Skills 50 marks 1.5 hrs
Disciplinary Knowledge  50 marks  2 hrs.

NALSAR Ph.D. Application Process

  • Application forms can be downloaded from the official website.
  • Fill in the relevant details.
  • Send the complete application form with the DD drawn in favor of the Registrar, NALSAR University of Law” payable at Hyderabad.
  • Registration fee of INR 2,000 (INR 1,000 for SC/ST) has to be paid along with the application form.

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NALSAR Ph.D. Course Details

The scholars should undertake coursework for period of one semester on the following:

  1. A paper on research Methodology including computer applications
  2. A paper focusing on the research area/review of scholarly work
  3. The scholars shall secure at least 50% of marks in each paper.
  4. The course work shall be completed within six months from the date of registration
  5. The scholars who failed to secure 50% marks can re-appear one or more times within 3 months of the release of results.

NALSAR Seat Intake for Ph.D. courses:

Category Total seats
Constitutional Law 5
IPR 2
Personal Laws 4
International Law 1
Sociology of Law 2
Disability Rights 1
Legal Theory 1
Environmental Law 4
Labour Laws 4
Administrative Law 2
Criminal Law 4
Corporate Law 2
International Relations 2
Law and Poverty 1
Aviation Law 4
Private International Law 2
Women Health and Child Rights 2
International Trade Law 1
Business Administration 2
General 2

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NALSAR Ph.D. Fee Structure

Particulars Fees
Registration fee to be paid along with application INR 2,000 INR 1,000 (for SC/ST)
Admission Fee INR 10,000
Tuition Fee INR 20,000 (one time to be paid at the time of admission)
Retention Fee for every completed six months INR 1,000
Library Fee INR 5,000 p.a.
Internet Fee INR 8,000 p.a.
Thesis Fee INR 12,000 p.a.
Re-registration Fee INR 2,500 p.a.
For Resident Candidates
Electricity Charges INR 12,000 p.a.
Generator Diesel Charges, INR 5,000 p.a.
Water Charges INR 12,000 p.a.
Outsourced Services INR 3,000 p.a.
Room Rent INR 24,000 p.a.
Mess Advance INR 35,000 p.a.
Refundable Deposits
Library Deposit INR 5,000 
Mess Deposit INR 5,000
Hostel Deposit  INR 10,000 (INR 4,000 for SC/ST)

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NALSAR Ph.D. FAQs

Ques. Can I get direct admission to NALSAR for the PhD programme?

Ans. No, NALSAR conducts a written entrance test for Ph.D. admissions followed by an interview to get admission. However, candidates qualifying for UGC-NET/JRF, SLET/M. Phil are exempted from this entrance exam.

Ques. How can I get admission to Nalsar for Ph.D.?

Ans. A written entrance exam and an interview will make up the two parts of the admissions procedure. Candidates must first pass the entrance exam, which carries 100 marks, in order to be considered for admission to NALSAR for a Ph.D. Next, their research proposals will be evaluated, which will be followed by an interview.

Ques. What are the registration fees for the NALSAR Ph.D. application form?

Ans. The application form fee for NALSAR Ph.D. is INR 2,000 (INR 1,000 for SC/ST category).

Ques. How many seats are offered by NALSAR for Ph.D. admissions?

Answer. NALSAR has 15 vacancies across the Law, Social Science, and Management category for Ph.D. admissions.

Ques. What will be the topic for the research proposal for Ph.D. at NALSAR?

Ans. The research proposal for Ph.D. admission at NALSAR will include a summary of the research problem as well as a literature study demonstrating that the research topic is unexplored and that an original scholarly contribution may be made to it.