Law Programs (Undergraduate, Postgraduate & Ph.D)

Law Program Overview

The legal profession is evolving rapidly, shaped by globalisation, digital law, and new-age governance. Manav Rachna University (MRU) offers a full spectrum of Bar Council of India-approved law programs, designed to build legal acumen, critical reasoning, and future-ready career skills.

Students can begin their journey with the three-year LLB, the five-year BA LLB (Hons.), or the five-year BBA LLB (Hons.), all backed by NAAC A accreditation and delivered through an outcome-driven curriculum. These programs blend doctrinal law with moot courts, mandatory internships, legal research, and experiential learning, preparing graduates for careers in litigation, corporate law, the judiciary, policy, and international legal bodies.

For those looking to deepen their expertise, MRU also offers an LLM degree, focused on advanced legal research, specialisation pathways, and policy leadership, enabling professionals to take on roles in academia, think tanks, international organisations, or judicial services.

Full form of LLB & LLM

LLB stands for Legum Baccalaureus in Latin, which translates to Bachelor of Laws, an undergraduate degree in law. LLM stands for Legum Magister in Latin, meaning Master of Laws, which is a postgraduate degree pursued after completing LLB for specialization in specific areas of law.

What Makes the Manav Rachna School of Law Unique?

Manav Rachna has positioned itself as a leader among the top-tier law colleges in India, offering a blend of tradition and modernity. The focus is not just on producing lawyers but nurturing professionals who can influence policy, drive corporate governance, and advocate for social justice.

  • Accredited NAAC A, recognised by UGC, and approved by the Bar Council of India.
  • Covers core law subjects alongside contemporary areas such as AI & Law, Cyber Law, Environmental Law, and Intellectual Property Rights
  • Opportunities for international exposure and participation in global moot court competitions.
  • Ranked No. 2 among “Most Promising Law Schools, 2022” by the CSR‑GHRDC Law School Survey.
  • Recognised for Excellence in Legal Education in Business World Magazine’s Law School Rankings, 2022.
  • Experts from NLUs, JNU, and practising lawyers bring a wealth of academic and field experience.
  • Research centres dedicated to Corporate Law, ADR, Environmental Laws, and Technology & Law.

Our Law Programmes – Specialisations Offered

Course Duration Description
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) 3-Year A professional LLB degree program for graduates in any discipline. Covers constitutional, criminal, corporate, family, and international law with exposure to clinical legal education. Prepares students for the All India Bar Examination and diverse roles in litigation, judiciary, and corporate law.
BBA LLB (Hons.) 5-Year A dual-focus course combining business management education with legal training. Designed for students aspiring to excel in corporate law, compliance, taxation, and consulting. It bridges the gap between business strategy and legal governance.
BA LLB (Hons.) 5-Year An integrated LLB programme that blends humanities with law. Ideal for students aiming for careers in policy-making, social justice, advocacy, and academia. Provides a holistic understanding of how society, politics, and law intersect.
Master of Laws (LLM 1-Year) 1-Year A postgraduate LLM programme for law graduates focused on research, contemporary legal systems, and specialised domains. Core areas include comparative governance, corporate law, dispute resolution, and criminal jurisprudence. Ideal for those seeking academic, policy, or consulting careers, or preparing for PhD and judiciary exams.
Master of Laws (LLM 2-Year) 2-Year A weekend-based LLM programme designed for working professionals. Focuses on areas like corporate law, IPR, ADR, and legal policy, combining academic research with real-world applicability.

Ph.D. in Law

Minimum 3 Years A research-intensive doctoral programme with specialisations in public law, private law, corporate law, and international legal studies. Includes coursework, seminars, and an original thesis under expert supervision.

Key Educational Benefit

Manav Rachna offers a unique educational experience that combines academic excellence, practical exposure, and industry partnerships to equip students with the skills needed for real-world success.

41,000+

Alumni Imprints Globally

2800+

Published Research Papers

600+

MNC's & Indian Corporate Recruit

250+

Patents (Filed/Granted)

120+

Global Academic Collaborations

80+

Alumni & In-Campus Startups

60+

Countries with Footprints

60 LPA

Highest CTC Offered

Law Eligibility and Admission Process

Who Can Apply for Law Course

  • LLB (3-Year): Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks.
  • BA LLB (Hons.) / BBA LLB (Hons.): 10+2 with minimum 50% marks from a recognised board. Candidates with CA, CMA, or CS qualifications (50% or higher) are also eligible.
  • LLM (1-Year & 2-Year): LLB or equivalent 3-year or 5-year law degree with at least 50% marks from a recognised university.
  • PhD in Law: Master’s degree in Law (LLM) with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/differently-abled). M.Phil. holders or UGC-NET/JRF qualified candidates may receive direct exemption from the entrance test.
  • Open to both domestic and international students.

Admission Pathway of Law Course

Manav Rachna offers a transparent and merit-based admission process across its law programmes. Applications are accepted via standardised national tests, with additional research-focused evaluations for higher degrees.

Accepted Entrance Tests (UG & PG):

  • MRNAT (Manav Rachna National Aptitude Test)
  • CLAT (Common Law Admission Test)
  • LSAT–India (Law School Admission Test)
  • AILET (All India Law Entrance Test)

Additional Requirements for LLM & PhD:

  • LLM: Candidates may also appear for MRNAT (PG) or submit valid CLAT-PG scores.
  • PhD: Candidates must appear for the university-level Entrance Test and Interview, unless exempted (NET/JRF/M.Phil.).

Selection Rounds: Shortlisted candidates are invited to participate in a two-stage evaluation:

UG & LLM Programmes:

  • Group Discussion (GD): Assesses awareness, articulation, and collaboration.
  • Personal Interview (PI): Evaluates motivation, legal aptitude, and communication skills.

PhD in Law:

  • Entrance Test: Evaluates research aptitude, subject knowledge, and analytical skills.
  • Research Proposal Presentation & Interview: Assesses alignment with research focus areas and feasibility of proposed topic.
  • Virtual Interview Option: Students applying from outside India can complete the GD/PI round through online video conferencing.

For International Applicants: Manav Rachna welcomes global learners across law disciplines. Equivalent international law entrance scores (such as LSAT Global) and postgraduate academic credentials are accepted for admission consideration.

Programme Highlights

Approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI).

NAAC A accredited university with global recognition.

Choice of LLB courses list and details: 3-year LLB, BA LLB (Hons.), BBA LLB (Hons.).

Faculty with academic and industry excellence, including lawyers, judges, and legal scholars.

Emphasis on experiential learning through moot courts, arbitration, and legal aid clinics.

Specialised research centres in Corporate Law, ADR, AI & Law, and Environmental Law.

Strong legal and industry connections with law firms, senior advocates, corporates, and regulatory bodies.

Holistic development through student-led clubs, debates, and community service projects.

Modern infrastructure with moot court halls, digital libraries, and innovation labs.

An interdisciplinary approach, combining law with technology, economics, and management.

Industry Collaborations, Opportunities & Placement

MRU ensures that students are well-prepared for professional practice:

  • Internships with leading law firms, senior advocates, NGOs, and corporate legal teams.
  • Regular guest lectures by judges, lawyers, and policymakers.
  • Participation in national and international moot court competitions.
  • Legal exposure through partnerships with industry bodies, chambers of commerce, and bar associations.

Top career opportunities include:

  • Corporate law firms
  • High Courts and Supreme Court chambers
  • In-house counsel roles in corporates
  • NGOs and public policy organisations

Industry Collaborations, Opportunities & Placement

Law Program

Career Paths

Focus Areas / Strengths

3-Year LLB

  • Litigation (Civil/Criminal)
  • Legal Consultant
  • Judiciary Preparation
  • Legal Journalist
  • Public Prosecutor

Ideal for graduates seeking a traditional legal career with courtroom practice, research roles, or competitive legal exams like PCS(J), UPSC, etc.

BA LLB (Hons.)

(5-Year Integrated)

  • Advocate
  • Legal Advisor in NGOs
  • Public Policy Analyst
  • Human Rights Lawyer
  • Legal Researcher

Interdisciplinary learning with political science, sociology, and law, suited for students interested in public service, policy, and constitutional law.

BBA LLB (Hons.)

(5-Year Integrated)

  • Corporate Lawyer
  • Legal Compliance Officer
  • In-house Counsel (MNCs)
  • Arbitration and Mediation Expert
  • Tax & IPR Consultant

Combines business and legal education, ideal for students aiming at corporate law firms, in-house roles, or legal positions in finance and industry.

LLM (1-Year / 2-Year)

  • Legal Researcher
  • Policy Advisor
  • Academic Faculty
  • Legal Editor or Analyst
  • Subject Matter Expert

Ideal for professionals aiming to deepen legal expertise in niche areas like corporate law, IPR, or comparative legal studies, while continuing in practice or teaching.

Ph.D. in Law

  • Professor / Research Scholar
  • Legal Think-Tank Fellow
  • Policy Lead in Government/NGOs
  • International Legal Consultant

Focus on original legal research, ideal for careers in academia, global policy-making bodies, legal publishing, or expert consultancy roles.

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Curriculum and Pedagogy

The Law course details at MRU emphasise a balance of theory, practice, and innovation.

LLB (3-Year) – Key Modules

  • Year 1: Legal Methods, Constitutional Law, Law of Contracts, Family Law.
  • Year 2: Criminal Law, Administrative Law, Property Law, and Company Law.
  • Year 3: Intellectual Property Rights, Cyber Law, International Law, Environmental Law, Clinical Legal Education.

BA LLB / BBA LLB (5-Year) – Key Modules

  • Years 1–2: Foundation in Arts or Business Management, Legal Principles.
  • Year 3: Core legal subjects including Constitutional, Civil, and Criminal Law.
  • Year 4: Electives in specialised areas such as Corporate Law, IPR, and ADR.
  • Year 5: Research projects, internships, and capstone experiences.

LLM (1-Year & 2-Year) – Key Modules

  • Semester 1: Legal Research Methodology, Comparative Public Law, and specialisation-specific papers.
  • Semester 2: Optional papers (like Corporate Law, Criminal Law, ADR), Dissertation.
  • Weekend-based classes are available for the Part-Time programme.

PhD in Law – Research Components

  • Coursework Phase: Research Methodology, Legal Theory, and domain-specific seminars.
  • Research Phase: Independent thesis work under supervision, mandatory presentations, and publications.
  • Focus areas include Public Law, Private Law, Corporate Governance, and International Legal Studies.

Pedagogy combines lectures with moot courts, simulations, research projects, internships, and international exposure, preparing students for practice-ready, research-driven, and policy-oriented roles.

Law Course Fees

Law courses fee at Manav Rachna starts from ₹1,74,000 and varies by specialization. For more details, visit here.

Fee Details for Law Programs (Undergraduate, Postgraduate & Ph.D)

* The fee displayed above is applicable only to Indian residents. Fees for NRI and International students are different and will be shared upon enquiry.

Modes of Payment

  • Online Payment: Via net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI through the university's official payment portal.
  • Bank Transfer: NEFT/RTGS to the university’s designated bank account.
  • Demand Draft (DD): As per details shared during the admission process.
  • Cash Payment: At the Accounts Office on campus (subject to limits as per government regulations).
  • Education Loan: Through tie-ups with banks like PNB, SBI, HDFC, and ICICI, offering easy financing options.

Residential Facilities & Transport

We at Manav Rachna offer generous residential facilities and convenient transportation services so that each student, including those studying Manav Rachna, gets to enjoy a safe, comfortable, and fulfilling campus life.

Residential Services

MREI provides on-campus and off-campus hostel facilities for boys and girls with various types of rooms. Students can choose single, double, and triple rooms as per their preference.

Key Points

Room Types: The hostels offer different types of rooms to suit different budgets and preferences:

  • Air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned rooms
  • Single-seater, two-seater, three-seater, and five-seater rooms
  • The rooms can be equipped with attached or common toilets as per the choice of room category.

Fee Structure: The hostel fee is to be paid on the basis of the room category chosen by the student and it can be paid through DD (Demand Draft) or in cash.

Additional Facilities:

  • Medical services and medical insurance to keep the students fit.
  • Library facilities for access to study materials and academic inputs.
  • Laundry facilities as included in the hostel fees, to ease the life of students.

Mess Plan

At Manav Rachna, we offer world-class sports facilities to keep our students fit and active. Our facilities comprise a range of outdoor and indoor games, including:

Sports

Mess plan also comes as part of hostel fee. Healthy food is served through the mess considering the multicultural requirements of different food habits for the students. By providing choices involving vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian options, healthy lifestyle is available for the students enabling them to pursue their studies focusing on programs with full seriousness.

  • Basketball, volleyball, cricket, soccer, chess, and carom among others.

Notable facilities include:

  • A 25m shooting range and a 10m air-conditioned indoor shooting range with Olympic-standard SIUS Ascor electronic targets.
  • Indoor badminton and table tennis stadia with synthetic courts in association with Yonex and Stag.
  • A Semi-Olympic pool for swimming and a Soccer Academy for students who have sporting interest and passion.
  • A Sports Fitness Centre to service psychological, physiotherapy, and other aspects of health for students.

The facilities enable students to pursue physical exercises that complement their academic development.

Laundry

Laundry facilities are available at an extra fee in the hostel fees. This saves students from worrying about laundry, so they can focus on their studies, and also allows their clothes to remain properly cleaned.

Parking

There is a vast parking space facility available for students who commute using their own means of transport. It is provided to cater to the requirements of students, so that their travel will be easy and hassle-free.

Transport

Our well-maintained transport facility offers a stress-free, secure, and safe journey for students from Delhi and Gurugram. The GPS-located, contemporary fleet of buses is operated by professionally trained personnel, with onboard support staff to assist students. Our emphasis is on reliability, safety, and convenience, ensuring unproblematic travel to and from the campus.

How to Apply for Law Programs (Undergraduate, Postgraduate & Ph.D)

Manav Rachna offers a unique educational experience that combines academic excellence, practical exposure, and industry partnerships to equip students with the skills needed for real-world success.

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Step 1 - Go to the Official Website

Log in to www.manavrachna.edu.in and click on the Admissions link.

Step 2 - Complete the Online Application Form

Click on "Apply Now," generate your login credentials, and fill out the form with your personal, educational, and contact information.

Step 3 - Upload Mandatory Documents

  • Upload scanned copies of the necessary documents, such as:
  • Class 10 & 12 mark sheets
  • Aadhaar card
  • Passport-size photos

Step 4 - Pay the Application Fee

Fill in the application by paying online using net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.

Step 5 - Appear or Submit Score

Get qualified through MRNAT (Manav Rachna National Aptitude Test) or produce a valid score.

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