Sangam University’s School of Legal Studies in Bhilwara offers a full-time doctoral programme in Legal Studies, designed for candidates who hold an LLM or equivalent postgraduate qualification and wish to contribute original research to law and jurisprudence. The programme spans a minimum of three years, combining coursework in research methodology with supervised dissertation work. UGC-NET and JRF qualified scholars are admitted on merit with exemption from the university entrance test.
Applications for the 2026-27 batch are open at Sangam University, Bhilwara, with PhD admissions based on a valid UGC-NET, JRF, SLET, or the Sangam RET, and registration commencing in August 2026.
Key Points
- Full-time doctoral programme in Legal Studies at Sangam University’s School of Legal Studies, Bhilwara, with a minimum duration of three years.
- Admission is based on a valid UGC-NET, JRF, or SLET score; candidates without a qualifying exam must appear for the Sangam Research Entrance Test (RET).
- Minimum eligibility is an LLM or equivalent postgraduate degree with at least 55 percent aggregate marks from a recognised university.
- Annual tuition fee is ₹1,30,000, with total fees over three years amounting to ₹3,93,000 including one-time charges.
- Doctoral scholars with JRF qualification may be eligible for UGC fellowship funding during the programme.
Sangam University Ph.D. (Legal Studies) Fees
Ph.D. (Legal Studies) Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | ₹1,30,000 |
| Duration | 3 years (minimum) |
| Registration Fee (one time) | ₹2,000 |
| Admission Processing Fee (one time) | ₹1,000 |
| Total Fees (3 years) | ₹3,93,000 |
- The annual tuition fee for the full-time PhD programme at Sangam University is ₹1,30,000, amounting to ₹3,90,000 over the minimum three year duration.
- A one-time registration fee of ₹2,000 and an admission processing fee of ₹1,000 are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Hostel and mess charges are billed separately; fees are subject to revision in subsequent years as per university norms.
Sangam University Ph.D. (Legal Studies) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Form Release | February 2026 |
| Application Last Date | May 2026 |
| RET / UGC-NET Score Submission | May 2026 |
| Interview and Document Verification | June 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| UGC-NET (Phase 2) | April 29, 2026 | June 22 to June 30, 2026 | July 1, 2026 |
| Sangam RET | Rolling till May 2026 | May 2026 | Within 2 weeks |
- Candidates apply through sangamuniversity.ac.in for doctoral admission conducted in two cycles per year.
- UGC-NET, JRF, SLET, or GATE qualified candidates are exempted from the Sangam Research Entrance Test (RET); others must appear for the RET.
- Shortlisted candidates appear before the University Research Committee for a personal interview before final admission.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Law (LLM) or an equivalent PG qualification in the relevant discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 55 percent aggregate marks.
- Candidates with a valid UGC-NET, JRF, SLET, or GATE qualification are exempted from the Sangam RET.
- Part-time PhD candidates must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of admission.
- Indian and NRI applicants are eligible to apply through the admissions portal at sangamuniversity.ac.in.
Admission Process
- Register on the Sangam University admissions portal at sangamuniversity.ac.in and complete the online PhD application form for the chosen department.
- Upload the PG mark sheet, a valid UGC-NET, JRF, or SLET score card if applicable, and a research proposal of around 500 words.
- Candidates without a qualifying NET/JRF/SLET score appear for the Sangam Research Entrance Test (RET) conducted by the university.
- Shortlisted candidates appear before the University Research Committee for a personal interview at the Bhilwara campus.
- Pay the registration and admission processing fee and complete enrolment formalities to confirm doctoral admission.
Sangam University Ph.D. (Legal Studies) Scholarships 2026
Ph.D. (Legal Studies) Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| JRF Fellowship | As per UGC norms | NET-JRF qualified doctoral scholars |
| Government Scholarship | As per scheme | SC/ST/OBC doctoral scholars as per state government norms |
| Sangam Research Award | As per scheme | Outstanding research contributions as assessed by the university |
- NET-JRF qualified scholars may receive fellowship funding as per UGC norms for the duration of the doctoral programme.
- SC/ST/OBC doctoral scholars are encouraged to apply for government fellowships through the relevant state and central portals.
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