Master of Laws (LL.M.)

Introduction

The Dhirubhai Ambani University – School of Law proudly announces the launch of its new One-Year LL.M (Regular) Programme. This programme is uniquely designed for working legal professionals who seek to combine academic rigour with practical exposure and global engagement. Spread across three trimesters, the LL.M blends weekday core classes, weekend block teaching for electives, supervised research assignments, a mandatory international research tour, and a dissertation project. With a strong focus on both intellectual depth and industry relevance, the programme aims to fill critical gaps in India’s postgraduate legal education.

Programme Overview

The programme is structured to provide a balance between academic intensity and flexibility for working professionals. It follows a trimester system and includes core courses, electives, an international research tour, and a dissertation. The total programme credits are 28, ensuring compliance with UGC norms while adding distinctive components that enhance global exposure and research outcomes.

Duration	1 Year (Three Trimesters)
Mode	Regular (In-person, weekday + Saturday classes)
Eligibility	Working legal professionals (advocates, in-house counsel, legal officers, judicial aspirants, etc.)
Total Credits	28
Specialisation Streams	ESG, Carbon Markets and Sustainability Aviation Law AI, Data Protection and Technology Law Construction Law, Contracts and Arbitration Judicial Administration and Justice

Programme Structure

The academic year is divided into three trimesters, each carefully designed to progressively build students’ expertise and research capacity. The schedule allows participants to manage professional commitments while engaging in immersive learning experiences.

Trimester 1 (Jan–Apr): Research Methodology (Core) + 3 Electives
Trimester 2 (May–Sept): Law & Justice in a Globalised World (Core) + 3 Electives + International Research Tour
Trimester 3 (Sept–Nov): Comparative Public Law (Core) + Dissertation

Credit Breakdown

Core Courses	9	Three courses of 3 credits each (45 hrs teaching + 90 hrs research per course)
Electives	12	Six electives, each with 30 hrs teaching + 60 hrs research
Dissertation	5	Supervised capstone research project
International Research Tour	2	1–2 week global exposure tour
Total	28	Integrated academic and research engagement

Pedagogical Features

At the Dhirubhai Ambani University – School of Law, pedagogy goes beyond lectures to provide a holistic and practice-oriented experience. The programme uses flexible block teaching to accommodate working professionals, and every course incorporates a structured research component to promote deep analytical engagement. The international research tour offers first-hand global exposure, while the dissertation acts as a culminating academic milestone. Students will also benefit from access to international guest faculty, visiting practitioners, and a range of specialised databases.

Legal Recognition & Validity

The One-Year LL.M (Regular) is legally valid and has been reaffirmed by multiple judicial pronouncements. The Supreme Court of India and various High Courts have upheld the programme’s legitimacy under UGC regulations. Our School of Law’s LL.M exceeds the required benchmarks by embedding additional guided research hours across all courses, ensuring compliance with both Indian and global postgraduate standards.

Admissions & Eligibility

The programme is open to law graduates (LL.B. 3 or 5 years) with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST candidates). Preference will be given to legal professionals with work experience, including advocates, in-house counsel, judicial aspirants, and legal officers.

The Dhirubhai Ambani University – School of Law’s One-Year LL.M Programme positions itself as Gujarat’s leading postgraduate legal education pathway. Combining rigorous coursework, specialised electives, global exposure, and an emphasis on research, the programme equips working professionals with the expertise and confidence to excel in the evolving landscape of law and justice. It not only aligns with global LL.M standards but also sets a benchmark for quality, relevance, and academic rigour in India.

Admission process

Fill the online application form with your Statement of Purpose and CV.
Appear for the National Level Entrance Examination that will test your knowledge in compulsory subjects of
LL.B.
Personal interaction – If shortlisted, you would be invited for a personal interaction with the relevant faculty for
your stream of choice at Dhirubhai Ambani University – School of Law.

S no	Criteria	Weightage
1	SOP and CV	30% (Candidates must score at least 12 out of 30 marks to qualify for the interaction)
2	Online proctored Entrance Exam	50% (candidate must secure at least 20 marks out of 50 to qualify for the interaction )
3	Interview	20%

Note:
The LL.M. Programme offered by the Dhirubhai Ambani University – School of Law is fully compliant with Bar Council of India (BCI) guidelines. The programme fees include a mandatory 1–2 week International Research Tour to leading regulatory bodies, legal institutions, and technology hubs abroad.

All classes are conducted on-site at the Gandhinagar campus, and the programme is non-residential; hostel and mess facilities are not included in the fees, and students may make their own accommodation arrangements.