The LL.M. programme offered by O.P. Jindal Global Law School is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of Corporate law and Financial Policy, International Trade Law, Intellectual Property Law, Taxation Law, Human Rights Law, Alternative Dispute Resolution, General Legal studies and Environmental Law, Energy & Climate Change.

What Makes It Different at JGU?

• The LL.M. programme at JGLS is designed to represent outstanding academic achievement. The curriculum is intensive and provides a range of electives on contemporary topics in our international and business oriented streams. The courses and curriculum are designed to reflect the contemporary needs of a rapidly changing global legal profession.
• In addition to the fulfilment of academic credits, students are required to complete a mandatory research component, providing an opportunity to write on topics of contemporary legal significance. The independent research paper must meet publishable quality standards, and students are closely supervised and guided by a faculty member to help publish their independent research.
• The LL.M. programme offered by Jindal Global Law School is a one-year degree programme that welcomes students from India and abroad. The university provides a research-intensive environment that encourages students from diverse legal backgrounds to participate in rigorous intellectual discussions.
• In addition to the excellent academic opportunities offered by Jindal Global Law School, LL.M. students can engage in various extracurricular activities and events throughout the university. They can participate in a range of successful centers and initiatives run by the law school. The LL.M. programme allows candidates to select from a variety of specializations to suit their interests and career goals.

Jindal Global Law School (JGLS) offers a one-year LL.M. programme with various specializations. The LL.M. candidates can choose from a range of options, including Alternative Dispute Resolution, Corporate and Financial Law and Policy, Intellectual Property Rights and Technology Law, International Trade and Investment Law, Taxation Law, Human Rights, General Legal Studies, and Environmental, Energy & Climate Change.

The LL.M. in Alternative Dispute Resolution will equip students with skill sets necessary to meet the growing demand for specialists in the ADR fraternity. The LL.M. in Corporate and Financial Law and Policy offers theoretical and practical understanding of transaction and regulatory issues in corporate laws, financial, and economic laws. The LL.M. in Intellectual Property Rights and Technology Law provides rigorous academic and professional training in legal practice and interdisciplinary analysis related to IPR and new technology. The LL.M. in International Trade and Investment Law focuses on developing a multidisciplinary understanding of institutional frameworks, global legal processes, policy dynamics, and contemporary challenges of the subject. The LL.M. in Taxation Law offers a firm grounding in both Indian and International tax systems. The LL.M. in Human Rights prepares students for varied career opportunities in national and international arena in the field of legal reform. The LL.M. in General Legal Studies is a flexible programme that offers students the opportunity to choose from a wide variety of subjects.

Additionally, JGLS offers a one-year non-residential LL.M. programme in Environmental Law, Energy & Climate Change in collaboration with WWF-INDIA. This programme is designed to integrate Indian and global perspectives on national & international environmental law, climate change, and energy, and emphasizes on an international, transnational, and comparative approach to study the subject.

Duration- 1 Years

Admission to the LL.M. programme shall be based on the performance of one of the following entrance examinations

• JSAT Law Exam

  • Procedure: Register at lawadmissions.jgu.edu.in

• CLAT PG

  • Procedure: Submit your CLAT PG Score Card on the given link: https://forms.gle/a6rBZpj76Wuptr4V9

   LNAT-UK

• LNAT UK is a standardized test developed by a consortium of UK universities to fairly and effectively assess a candidate’s potential for undergraduate law studies. 

• Admission to the five-year B.Com. LL.B. (Hons.), B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), and B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), 3-year LL.B. and 1-year LL.M. programme at Jindal Global Law School (JGLS) will be based on performance in this test. 

• The LNAT is designed and calibrated by Edexcel for Pearson VUE, the world’s leading computer-based testing and assessment organization. 

• Students can take the LNAT at their convenience, with over 500 test centers available in 165 countries. A practice test is available on the LNAT UK website.

• LNAT-UK Admission Test- https://lnat.ac.uk/

 JGLS Admission Brochure 2024-2025: https://jgu.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/LLM+-+Brochure+-+2024.pdf 

Scholarships

• Merit-cum-means scholarship shall be awarded to students qualifying LNAT-UK

• Subject to parental ITR criteria as defined by university.

Online Scholarships Application Form- https://apply.jgu.edu.in/jglsscholarship/node/2

• Prof. Anand Prakash Mishra-Professor of Practice & Vice Dean (JGLS) and Director of Law Admission  apmishra@jgu.edu.in

For LL.M. [1 year] 

• Mr. Ravi Raj- Deputy Manager  74196 13557  ravi.raj@jgu.edu.in

• Mr. Ishan Sodhani- Assistant Manager  74195 95115  ishan.sodhani@jgu.edu.in

Apply Now- Apply Now -https://lawadmissions.jgu.edu.in/

Tuition Fees*: 4,00,000 (INR per annum)

*The Tuition fee, accommodation charges and other allied service charges are subject to an annual increase of ten percent (10%).

**The security deposit will be fully refunded, subject to the completion of studies and/or receipt of a ‘No Dues Certificate’. The security deposit shall not carry any interest.

The LL.M. programme at JGLS offers students the opportunity to pursue their career objectives and become subject experts in their field of interest. Some students may wish to pursue a PhD at a later stage, and the LL.M. programme provides a solid foundation to acquire research skills. At JGLS, students receive guidance and support from experienced faculty members to help them achieve their career goals.

To facilitate national and international internships and placements, JGLS has established the Office of Career Services (OCS). Students interested in internships and placements are encouraged to contact the Assistant Dean of Student Initiatives, subject to the prior approval of the Director of Post Graduate Legal Studies. Students must be in good academic standing to be eligible for internships with firms and organizations that have entered into an agreement with JGLS. All applications will be assessed by a committee of faculty members nominated by the Vice Chancellor. However, the final decision to select students for internships and placements remains with the organizations themselves.

To promote the research work of students, the Law School conducts a student colloquium after the internship, where students have the opportunity to present their research work to faculty members and fellow students. Selected students for internships will have to sign a letter of undertaking to ensure that they maintain proper discipline, good behavior and accountability during their internship.

O.P. Jindal Global University has announced the award of more than 2,000 scholarships to deserving students for the forthcoming academic year 2024-25. 

This initiative aims to provide outstanding young talent with equal opportunities to access high-quality education. 

The decision to award these scholarships for the incoming batch of 2024-25 marks the special occasion of the 15th anniversary of JGU, to be celebrated in 2024.

This effort will empower more than 60% of the new students admitted in 2024 to receive scholarships to study at JGU. 

With this announcement, JGU continues to ensure that these invaluable resources are accessible to exceptionally talented individuals, enriching its academic community and fostering global excellence. 

• The scholarships will be awarded on a merit-cum-means basis, following a transparent and holistic admissions process.
• The Scholarship Program is a common approach used by universities worldwide to support their students with financial assistance.
•  At O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU), our financial aid system aims to support the dreams of our students. 
• A JGU Scholarship is not just financial assistance but a pathway to success and achievement for our students.
• We ensure that our scholarships reach deserving students and help them thrive in their academic careers. 
• Every year, JGU follows a Merit cum Means (MCM) basis for scholarships, inviting applications from students. We maintain a robust review system where the Scholarship Committee evaluates each application with equality and transparency. 
• The criteria considered include merit (CGPA) and means (family income), covering a wide range of factors including academic performance and achievements in co-curricular activities such as arts, sports, debates, and cultural activities.
• Rules and regulations related to scholarships are reviewed annually to adapt to external changes and uncertainties, ensuring maximum benefit for students.Some points to keep in mind before applying for a JGU Scholarship

• Some points to keep in mind before applying for a JGU Scholarship:

  • Students are not eligible to receive multiple scholarships or fee concessions.Students must have a high academic standing.
  • All scholarships and fellowships are subject to review.
  • JGU offers scholarships on a merit cum means basis as per university policy.
  • Education Loan Support: JGU has established tie-ups with AVANSE (ICICI), Dena Bank, Axis Bank, and Credila (HDFC) to facilitate educational loans for admitted students at the university. Learn more about education loan support here.
  • Scholarships are limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Singhvi Trinity Scholarship

http:// https://jgu.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/The+Singhvi+Trinity+Scholarship.pdf

JGLS believes that an international experience is essential for students to recognize and embrace different cultural and community perspectives, creating new career opportunities and broadening their worldview. To facilitate this, JGLS offers a range of geographically diverse and academically enriching Student Exchange programmes for one semester. These programmes offer students the opportunity to study abroad at one of JGLS’s partner institutions, spread across varying legal systems, and bring back a unique learning experience. The exchanges not only enrich students’ academic and professional lives, but also enhance language learning, intercultural skills, self-reliance, and self-awareness, making them citizens of the world.

The programme is open to students pursuing the five-year B.Com. / B.B.A. LL.B / B.A. LL.B, three-year LL.B., and one-year LL.M. programmes. Eligible students from JGLS spend a semester at one of our partner institutions across the globe, and the programme is revenue-neutral with respect to tuition fees.

Student Exchange Program  (https://jgu.edu.in/jgls/collaborations/student-exchange-programme/)

• Global knowledge and education drive students towards recognizing and embracing an array of different cultural and community perspectives. An international experience creates new career opportunities, while also broadening the perspective of students. It is with this aim that JGLS considers Student Exchange programs for one semester to be of vital importance

• JGLS offers a geographically diverse and academically enriching variety of Student Exchange programs. We provide students the opportunity to spend a semester abroad at one of our partner institutions spread across varying legal systems, from common law to civil law. These exchanges offer each individual student something unique and remarkable to learn and bring back with them. 

• The exchanges not only enrich students’ lives in the academic and professional sphere, but also enhance language learning, intercultural skills, self-reliance, self-awareness, and a plethora of soft skills that are crucial in today’s time. 

• These experiences help students become citizens of the world, replete with the abilities and responsibilities attached to such global citizenship. In addition, these qualities also enhance students’ job prospects in a dynamic professional workplace where employers across the globe have gone ‘global’.

• The Student Exchange programs are open for our students pursuing the five-year B.A. LL.B / B.B.A. LL.B programs; three-year LL.B. program and one-year LL.M. program. The exchanges are mutual and shared with our partner institutions. 

• Each year, eligible students from JGLS spend a semester at one of our partner institutions across the globe and we host their students on our residential campus. The programme is revenue-neutral with respect to tuition fees. 

• Students continue to pay their tuition fees at their respective home institution; however, they are responsible for their travel, living and other ancillary expenditure.

• In order to apply for the Semester Exchange programs, a student should meet the given eligibility criteria:   

  • Students must be in their:
    First semester of study of the one-year LL.M program.

  • Students must have a high academic standing.

  • Students must not have had any disciplinary action, in the past or pending, during their course of study at JGLS.             

Jindal Global Law School (JGLS) provides an academic support programme called the ‘LIFE in Law’ programme for students who face academic challenges. This programme is designed to assist students who need additional support in passing their re-sit examinations. The ‘LIFE in Law’ programme is a teaching-oriented program, with a focus on preparing students for re-sit examinations.

The programme is designed to cater to the needs of students who require assistance in academics. It provides a support system to help students overcome academic challenges and succeed in their studies. The entire programme is designed to be teaching-oriented, with a focus on preparing students for re-sit examinations.

Overall, the ‘LIFE in Law’ programme at JGLS is a valuable resource for students who require academic support, providing them with the necessary tools to overcome academic challenges and succeed in their studies.