About Hamdard Institute of Legal Studies and Research
Jamia Hamdard’s law school, set up in 2018 with Bar Council of India approval, offers a five-year BA LLB, a two-year LLM and PhD in law.
The Hamdard Institute of Legal Studies and Research (HILSR) is the law school of Jamia Hamdard, a deemed university at Hamdard Nagar in south Delhi. It was set up in 2018 with the approval of the Bar Council of India. Its main course is the five-year integrated BA LLB, with 120 seats for students who have passed Class 12 with at least 50% marks. Law graduates can take the two-year LLM, which has 20 seats each in constitutional law and commercial law. Candidates holding an LLM with at least 55% marks can apply for a PhD in law under the university’s PhD ordinance. The institute shares the university campus, library and student facilities.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Integrated Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws | Full-time | 5 yrs | 120 | — | — |
| Master of Laws | Full-time | 2 yrs | 40 | — | — |
| 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 through: Entrance test, Merit
Admission to Jamia Hamdard programmes is handled centrally by the university each year. Applicants read the Prospectus 2026-27 on the university website for eligibility, the selection basis (entrance test, national test score or merit, as set for each programme) and dates, and then apply online through the university admission portal (ums.jamiahamdard.ac.in). Selection lists and admission notices are posted on the Admissions 2026 page.
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
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Frequently asked questions
How many BA LLB seats does HILSR have?
120 seats in the five-year integrated BA LLB.
What is the minimum Class 12 score for BA LLB?
Class 12 with at least 50% marks, as stated by the institute.
Which LLM specialisations are offered?
Constitutional Law and Commercial Law, with 20 seats each.
Who approved the institute?
It was set up in 2018 with Bar Council of India approval.
Sources
Information verified on 25 Oct 2026
- Jamia Hamdard - Home · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
- Hamdard Institute of Legal Studies and Research (HILSR) · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
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