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Ph.D. Program in Law

The Ph.D. in Law at IEC School of Law is a research-intensive program aimed at fostering critical legal scholarship and developing thought leaders who can contribute meaningfully to academia, policy-making, and the justice system. The program encourages scholars to engage with contemporary and classical legal challenges, applying doctrinal, comparative, and empirical research approaches to advance the field of law.

Candidates explore deep legal and interdisciplinary questions around constitutional governance, criminal justice, human rights, corporate regulation, environmental protection, emerging technologies, and socio-legal transformations. The school cultivates an environment of academic excellence, enabling doctoral students to pursue high-quality research under the mentorship of distinguished faculty members. .

Through rigorous training, academic collaboration, and exposure to real-world legal problems, students are equipped to contribute to national and global discourses on law and justice. .

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    Program Overview

    The Ph.D. Program in Law focuses on building strong theoretical foundations and advanced research capabilities. It provides training in legal research methodologies, including doctrinal, socio-legal, and comparative techniques. Scholars are encouraged to produce original research that is innovative, socially relevant, and aligned with national and international policy frameworks.

    The program offers specialization in areas such as:
    • Constitutional and Administrative Law
    • Criminal Law and Justice
    • Human Rights and Gender Justice
    • Corporate and Commercial Laws
    • Environmental and Climate Change Law
    • International Law and Global Governance
    • Law and Technology
    Students benefit from an interdisciplinary research ecosystem, frequent academic events, and opportunities for publishing and academic networking.

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    Admission Eligibility

    Eligibility for admission is governed by the UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of PhD Degree) Regulations, 2022 (F. 1-3/2021(QIP), dated 7th November 2022). The following candidates are eligible:

    Master’s Degree Holders

    M.Phil. Holders

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