UPES Ph.D Law: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

UPES PhD Law Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (per semester)	INR 1,00,000
Other Charges	Nil
Hostel Fees (per year, optional) Boys Girls	INR 1,83,000 to 2,04,000 INR 1,83,000 to 2,32,000
Total Fees (minimum 3 years, 6 semesters)	INR 6,00,000

Hostel fees are optional and excluded from the minimum total fees stated above.

Duration may extend beyond 3 years subject to research progress and supervisor recommendation.

UPES PhD Law Admission 2026

Event	Date
UGC-NET Phase 2 Registration Start	April 29, 2026
UGC-NET Phase 2 Registration Close	May 24, 2026
UGC-NET Phase 2 Exam	June 22 to June 30, 2026
UGC-NET Phase 2 Result	July 1, 2026

UPES PhD Law application and RET dates for the next intake are expected by October 2026.

UGC-NET qualified candidates in Law are exempt from the UPES Research Entrance Test.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

LLM or equivalent postgraduate law degree with minimum 55% marks from a recognized university

Valid UGC-NET score in Law for direct exemption from UPES RET

Candidates without a UGC-NET qualification must clear the UPES Research Entrance Test in Law

Admission Process

Submit the online PhD application at upes.ac.in with an application fee of INR 1,000

Appear for the UPES Research Entrance Test or submit valid UGC-NET Law score for exemption

Shortlisted candidates submit a 1000-word research proposal outlining their area of doctoral research

Attend a personal interview before a faculty selection panel at UPES School of Law

Complete document verification and pay the first semester fee to confirm enrolment

✓ Opt for this if

Pursuing an academic or research career in energy law or environmental law
Interested in petroleum regulations, energy policy, or international trade law research
Already hold a UGC-NET Law qualification for exemption from entrance test
Seeking a law PhD aligned with India’s energy and natural resources sector

✗ Skip if

Prefer a PhD from a National Law University or a central university
Research area is in criminal law, family law, or areas unrelated to UPES specializations
Require guaranteed monthly stipend or funded research assistantship

UPES PhD Law Scholarships 2026

Scholarship or Fellowship	Amount	Eligibility
UGC-JRF Fellowship (Law)	INR 37,000 per month (first 2 years)	UGC-NET qualified with JRF rank in Law
UGC-SRF Fellowship	INR 42,000 per month	Upgraded from JRF after 2 years with satisfactory research progress review
Jyoti Scholarship (UPES Internal)	100% semester fee waiver	Academic marks 80%+, family income below INR 8 Lakhs per year
Vijay Scholarship (Sports)	35% to 100% tuition fee waiver	National or international sports achievement within 2 years

UGC fellowships are awarded by the national funding body and not by UPES directly.

Jyoti Scholarship requires income certificate or ITR at the time of admission as supporting documentation.

UPES PhD Law FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee and duration for UPES PhD in Law?

Ans. The UPES Doctor of Philosophy in Law has a minimum duration of 3 years across 6 semesters, with a fee of INR 1,00,000 per semester. The minimum total fee for the programme is INR 6,00,000, excluding hostel charges. The programme includes coursework in year one followed by full-time research and thesis submission. Extensions beyond 3 years require supervisor approval.

Ques. Is UGC-NET mandatory for UPES PhD Law admission?

Ans. UGC-NET in Law is the primary qualifying exam for PhD Law admission at UPES. Candidates with a valid UGC-NET score are exempt from the UPES Research Entrance Test. Applicants without UGC-NET must clear the UPES RET, after which they submit a research proposal and appear for a personal interview to complete the selection process.

Ques. What research areas are available for PhD in Law at UPES?

Ans. UPES School of Law PhD research focuses on energy law, petroleum and gas regulations, environmental law and compliance, corporate governance, international trade law, and intellectual property law. The school’s industry linkages with energy companies make it particularly strong for legal research in petroleum sector regulations, offshore drilling contracts, and renewable energy policy frameworks.

Ques. Can a candidate with only an LLB degree apply for UPES PhD in Law?

Ans. No. UPES requires candidates to hold a postgraduate law degree (LLM) with minimum 55% marks to be eligible for the PhD in Law programme. An LLB degree alone does not meet the eligibility requirements. Candidates must complete their LLM before applying, and a valid UGC-NET score or UPES RET clearance is also required.

Ques. What career options are available after a PhD in Law from UPES?

Ans. UPES PhD Law graduates can pursue careers in academia as law faculty, in legal research at think tanks and policy bodies, and as senior advocates specializing in energy or environmental law. The UPES School of Law’s energy sector focus creates opportunities in corporate legal roles at petroleum companies, regulatory agencies, and international energy law firms.

UPES Ph.D Law: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility