Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, also known as RMLNLU or NLU Lucknow, is a located in India. It was established as Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law Institute undergraduate and post-graduate legal education, later in 2006 it was renamed as RMLNLU to give a NLU touch to its name. It is one among the 26 NLUs across India and the first one established in Uttar Pradesh. It is among the top 10 NLU’s in India and now it is out with PHD application upon various subjects. They are taking students not only in Law but various subjects.
Important characteristics:
- Research Focus: Original research on a particular issue in law or related fields is demanded of PhD students. This includes formulating a theoretical framework, evaluating literature, and determining a research issue.
- Interdisciplinary Approach: Law PhD programs frequently promote an interdisciplinary viewpoint, enabling students to investigate how the law interacts with other academic disciplines like international relations, sociology, politics, economics, English, psychology, and history.
- Coursework: Six-month coursework programs mandate that students finish a specific amount of credits in coursework, which might include advanced legal theory, research techniques, and speciality subjects associated with their areas of interest.
- Supervision: Students typically collaborate closely with a faculty advisor or supervisor who offers assistance throughout the research process. The development of a successful dissertation depends on this mentoring.
- Thesis: An important part of the PhD program is the thesis, which is a lengthy essay that summarizes the research findings of the candidate. Usually, this document advances our understanding of the legal profession and other allied subject groups.
- Teaching Opportunities: Many PhD candidates work as teaching assistants in law courses for undergraduate students to obtain teaching experience. For individuals looking for academic careers following graduation, this experience is beneficial.
- Conferences and Publications: To further their professional growth and visibility within the academic world, students are frequently urged to present their research at conferences and publish their work in legal journals.
Advantages:
- Expertise Development: A PhD program enables students to specialize in a particular field of law and other allied subject domains, advancing knowledge of legal problems and their ramifications.
- Career Opportunities: Research Scholars may work in higher education, government, international organizations, research facilities, or as senior policy advisors. They might also go into consulting or specialized legal practice.
- Networking: PhD programs frequently offer chances to connect with academics, professionals, and decision-makers in the subject, developing important business connections.
- Contribution to Knowledge: Candidates can impact legal practices and regulations and further the field of law by doing innovative research.
College- RM-NLU, LUCKNOW
PHD APPLICATION FORM 2025- APPLY ONLINE
WEBSITE- CLICK HERE
GOOGLE FORM – CLICK HERE
The Applications of the all eligible candidates in the prescribed Application Form and along with the all documents fulfilling the academic criteria i.e. (PG Marksheet/Grade sheet, Degree and Research Proposal), relating to Latest Caste Certificate, Present Financial Year EWS Certificate, P.W.D. Certificate shall have to reach the Registrar, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University, L.D.A., Kanpur Road Scheme, Lucknow-226012 Online by using the following Google Link on or before 12th September, 2025 by 05:00 pm.
The fees (non-refundable) for the Application Form shall be Rs. 1100/- (Rs. 550/- for SC/ST of U.P. candidates).
Streams for Admission:
(a) The Law Stream
(b) The Social Science and Human Stream: which will include:
(i) Economics: Commerce, Business Administration, Development Studies.
(ii) English: Cultural Studies, Law and Literature, Women Studies.
(iii) History: Buddhist Studies, Subaltern Studies (including Tribal and Dalit Studies),
Women/Gender Studies.
(iv) Political Science
(v) Sociology: Rural Development, Social Inclusion and Exclusion Studies, Gender
Studies.
(vi) Psychology: Behavioural and Cognitive Sciences, Child and Human Development,
Family Studies.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
For further details please visit the University website www.rmlnlu.ac.in or contact the
university at the following address/contact numbers.
Registrar,
Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University
LDA Colony, Kanpur Road Scheme, Lucknow-226012 U.P. India
Ph.D. Programme Coordinator : +91-522-2425902-903 (Ext. 102)
Joint Registrar : +91-522-2425902-903 (Ext. 108)
Administration : +91-522-24 25 902-903 (Ext. 101), 0522-2422849
Email Address : phd@rmlnlu.ac.in