Call for Applications | 1 Year LLM Program by Dhirubhai Ambani University, School of Law: Admissions Open!
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About Dhirubhai Ambani University – School of Law
The Dhirubhai Ambani University – School of Law (DA-SoL) is a private institution in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, focused on legal education, including postgraduate and PhD programs like the LL.M. in AI, Data Protection and Technology Law. It is also known for its industry-focused executive education programs, such as those in Construction Law and Arbitration, and for its focus on applying legal and business principles to real-world challenges. The school emphasises a modern curriculum, a state-of-the-art campus, and collaborations with various industry partners and international organisations.
About the Opportunity
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.
1 Year LLM 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 DLAT (Dhirubhai Ambani University Law Admission Test) 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.
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| 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% |
Contact Info
For queries:
- Mobile Number: 92279 89153 | 9274417321 | 9274417319
- Email: [email protected]
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.
