Jindal School of Law

Contents

1. Overview

Jindal Global Law School (JGLS), part of OP Jindal Global University, is India’s No.1 ranked law school, listed highly in QS World Rankings by Subject: Law 2025. The school emphasizes global collaborations, practical training (including moot courts and internships), and rigorous academics. JGLS partners with 525+ international institutions (Harvard, Yale, NUS, NYU, Cambridge, etc.), offers broad student and faculty exchange opportunities in 75+ countries, and prepares law graduates for impactful careers in legal practice, academia, and policy.

2. Courses Offered

2.1 Integrated 5-Year Law Programs

• B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)
• B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)
• B.Com. LL.B. (Hons.)
• All require successful completion of the LNAT-UK Test
• Seats: Typically, 300 per each integrated course

2.2 3-Year LL.B. Program

• For graduates from diverse academic backgrounds (UG degree required)
• Entrance: LNAT-UK examination

2.3 Postgraduate LL.M. Program

• Duration: 1 Year (Full-time, Residential & Non-Residential)
• Admission: JSAT Law / CLAT UG/PG / CUET PG scores
• Specializations: Multiple fields, including Constitutional Law, Corporate Law, Human Rights, Taxation Law, IT & Data Protection Law, and more
• Location: Designated off-campus center in New Delhi

3. Eligibility Criteria

3.1 For 5-Year Integrated Programs (B.A./B.B.A./B.Com. LL.B. (Hons.))
Criteria Requirement
Educational Qualification Class 12/Equivalent (any recognized board: CBSE, ISC, State, IB, Cambridge, etc.)
Minimum Marks 45% Aggregate
Entrance Exam LNAT-UK (Law National Aptitude Test – UK)
Selection Process Exam Score + Merit + Interview/Documentation Verification
3.2 3-Year LL.B. Program
Criteria Requirement
Educational Qualification Bachelor’s Degree (any discipline)
Entrance Exam LNAT-UK Test
Selection Process Entrance + Merit + Documentation
3.3 LL.M. Program
Criteria Requirement
Educational Qualification Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B. 3-Year or Integrated 5-Year) from recognized university
Minimum Marks As per regulatory standards
Entrance Exam JSAT Law / CLAT UG/PG / CUET PG + Statement of Purpose / CV
Selection Criteria Entrance (70%) + SOP/CV (30%)

4. Fee Structure

4.1 5-Year B.A./B.B.A./B.Com. LL.B. (Hons.) Programs
Fee Component Amount (₹) Frequency Tenure/Remarks
Tuition Fee 6,50,000 Annual 5 Years (Total: 32,50,000)
Residential/Hostel Fee 3,10,000-3,35,000 Annual AC accommodation, amenities
Application Fee 1,000 One-time Non-refundable
Security Deposit 50,000 One-time Refundable
Miscellaneous/Services 5,000-25,000 Annual Library, lab, event charges
Total Estimated Cost 35-47 Lakhs 5 Years Inclusive of all components
4.2 3-Year LL.B. Program
Fee Component Amount (₹) Frequency Tenure/Remarks
Tuition Fee 6,25,000 Annual 3 Years (Total: 18,75,000)
Residential/Hostel Fee 3,10,000 Annual AC accommodation, amenities
Application Fee 1,000 One-time Non-refundable
Security Deposit 50,000 One-time Refundable
Total Estimated Cost ~22 Lakhs 3 Years All components
4.3 LL.M. Program
Fee Component Amount (₹) Frequency Tenure/Remarks
Tuition Fee 4,50,000-6,00,000 Total 1 Year, variable with stream
Residential/Hostel Fee 2,18,000-3,10,000 Annual Optional, for residential
Application Fee 1,000 One-time Non-refundable
Security Deposit 50,000 One-time Refundable
Total Estimated Cost ~6-10 Lakhs 1 Year Stream & facility dependent

5. Research Centres & Facilities

Research Centres:
  • Legal Aid Clinic
  • Research & Publication Cell
  • Centre for Postgraduate Legal Studies (CPGLS)
  • Cultural Committee
  • Sports & Debate Societies
  • Equality & Diversity Cell
  • Placement Committee
  • Entrepreneurship & Innovation Cell
Campus Facilities:
  • 80-acre residential campus (separate hostels for men and women, AC rooms, Wi-Fi, sports courts, gyms, food courts, health centre, 24/7 security, banks/ATMs)
  • Global Legal Resource Centre (Library: 50,000 volumes, 1.65+ lakh e-books, extensive e-journals)
  • Moot Court, Smart Classrooms, Extensive Sports Complex, Auditoriums, Legal Aid Clinic
  • Library and digital resources
  • Moot court and legal practice centre
  • Fully AC hostels, multi-cuisine food courts
  • Sports arenas, medical facilities, gym
  • Wi-Fi enabled campus, event halls and common rooms

6. Admission Process

Step-by-Step Admission Guide:
  1. Application Submission: Fill out online form and submit academic documents.
  2. Entrance Test: Appear for LNAT-UK (for Integrated/LLB), JSAT Law/CLAT/CUET for PG/LLM.
  3. Shortlisting: Merit determination (exam + academics).
  4. Interview/Counseling: Online/in-person interview, document verification.
  5. Offer Letter: Receive admission/offer letter upon selection.
  6. Fee Payment: Pay application, deposit, first year fees.
  7. Enrollment: Complete hostel/course registration and orientation.
Important Dates & Timeline:
  • Application Window: December-May (varied, check site)
  • Entrance Exam: Multiple cycles per year
  • Results & Counseling: Rolling, check updates regularly
  • Course Commencement: August/September

7. Placement & Career Services

  • Dedicated Career Services Office
  • Internship support at top law firms, corporations, NGOs
  • Alumni mentorship and professional networking
  • 94% placement rate (2019), PPOs at leading national/international firms
  • Strong industry connections and recruitment partnerships
Contact & Further Information:

• Website: https://lawadmissions.jgu.edu.in
• Campus: Sonipat, Haryana – Near Delhi NCR
• Admissions Office: Various managers and directors for outreach and support (see website)