Doctoral Programme of Study                              Courses

The Centre for the Study of Law and Governance is an inter-disciplinary centre, engaged in an innovative research programme through a focus on four specific areas of research, in which it offers a doctoral (Direct PhD) programme.

The Centre welcomes applications from scholars with MA/ MPhil degrees in Political Science, Economics, Sociology or Law; or those with relevant administrative/legal experience for joining its Direct PhD programme.

The first batch of 8 PhD students was admitted in the Monsoon semester 2002.

The Centre has a distinctive student profile in the doctoral programme, which includes members of defence and civil services, lawyers, academics and those with civil society organisations.

Eligibility for Admission:

Given its inter-disciplinary orientation, the Centre welcomes applications from scholars with M. A./ M. Phil. degrees in Political Science, Economics, Sociology or Law. Those who do not have an M. Phil. degree should provide evidence of equivalent published work in the intended areas of specialisation.

MPhil/PhD Programme