About Institute of Legal Studies and Research, GLA University
The Institute of Legal Studies and Research at GLA University, Mathura, started in 2018, offers BCI-approved five-year BA LLB and BBA LLB (Hons.), a one-year LLM and a PhD in law.
GLA University is a private university on NH-19 (Delhi-Mathura Road) at Chaumuhan, Mathura, with a campus of about 110 acres, 19 hostels and a 20-acre sports area. Its Institute of Legal Studies and Research (ILSR) was set up in 2018. It runs five-year integrated BA LL.B. (Hons.) and BBA LL.B. (Hons.) programmes, which the institute says are approved by the Bar Council of India, along with a one-year LL.M. in banking, insurance and finance law or cyber and data privacy law, and a PhD in law. Students practise in a 150-seat moot court hall and can use SCC, AIR and LexisNexis legal databases through the central library. Five research centres work on international law, AI and law, competition law, banking and securities, and human rights. The 2026-27 first-year academic fee is 1.45 lakh for BA LLB and 1.55 lakh for LLM.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Integrated Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws | Full-time | 5 yrs | — | ₹1,52,000 | — 2026–27 |
| Master of Laws | Full-time | 1 yrs | — | ₹1,62,000 | — 2026–27 |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission to GLA University programmes at the Mathura campus is handled by the university admission office, which runs an admission helpline (9027068068) listed on the website. Each programme has its own eligibility, such as Class 12 for undergraduate courses and a relevant bachelor degree for postgraduate courses. The 2026-27 fee structure is published on the university website, and the fee can be paid yearly or in two semester instalments.
Typical eligibility
- Integrated Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws: Studying in: Class 12; At least 45% marks in Class 12
- Master of Laws: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; LL.B. or equivalent law degree; final-year LL.B. students may apply
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Facilities
- Library
- Labs
- Hostel (boys)
- Hostel (girls)
- Sports
- Transport
- Cafeteria
- Medical
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Frequently asked questions
Which law programmes are offered?
Five-year BA LL.B. (Hons.) and BBA LL.B. (Hons.), a one-year LL.M. and a PhD in law.
Are the LLB programmes BCI approved?
The institute page says the integrated LL.B. programmes run with Bar Council of India approval.
What is the BA LLB fee for 2026-27?
The first-year academic fee is 1,45,000 plus 7,000 examination charges.
Does the institute have a moot court?
Yes, a moot court hall with 150 seats.
Sources
Information verified on 24 Oct 2026
- Institute of Legal Studies and Research - GLA University · Official site, accessed 24 Oct 2026
- Fee Structure 2026-27 - GLA University · Official site, accessed 24 Oct 2026
- GLA University Mathura · Official site, accessed 24 Oct 2026
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