Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University PhD Admission 2025-26

Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya National Law University invites application for PhD Admission 2025-26.

Eligibility Criteria

Law

• He/ She has obtained the LL.M. Degree of Dr. R.M.L. National Law University, Lucknow or its equivalent Degree of any other university recognized by the UGC with at least 55% marks in the aggregate or an equivalent grade B on the UGC 7 point scale.
• However, there shall be a relaxation of 5 % in the aforesaid minimum 55% marks for the candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer) of U.P./differently-able categories.

Allied Subjects

• A Master’s Degree of any university recognized by UGC having at least 55% marks in the aggregate or an equivalent grade B on the UGC 7 point scale in any subject of the proposed research work with a Bachelor’s Degree in Law, or
• A Master’s Degree of any university recognized by UGC having at least 55% marks in aggregate or an equivalent grade B on the UGC 7 point scale in any subject of the proposed research work with established research credentials by way of publications; or
• A Master’s Degree of any university recognized by UGC having at least 55% marks in aggregate or an equivalent grade B on the UGC 7 point scale in any subject of the proposed research work with long term in-depth practical experience in the area to be researched. However, there shall be a relaxation of 5% in the aforesaid minimum 55% marks for the candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC (Non-creamy layer) of U.P./differently-able categories. Provided that a candidate with the aforesaid qualifications in Social Sciences or Humanities shall be admitted to the Programme, if the research he/she intends to pursue, interfaces with the discipline of law.

Provided that a candidate seeking admission after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme should have a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade on a point scale wherever the grading system is followed. A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the Commission from time to time.

A candidate who has completed the M.Phil Programme with atleast 55% marks in aggregate or equivalent qualification from foreign educational institution.

A candidate whose result is awaited may also apply, however he/she must possess the requisite eligibility requirement on the date of Interview. If a candidate does not submit the PG Marksheet/Grade sheet, issued by their University/ College, he/she shall not be allowed for the Interview.

Application Process

• 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: https://forms.gle/htYdmtevAzohBFpGA
• Read instruction given there carefully before filling application form.

Selection Process

The Selection Process for Admission to the Ph.D. Programme 2025-26 will be as follows:

• The Written Test shall consist of 70 marks. The Question Paper will consist of Objective Type Questions 50% on Research Methodology and 50% shall be Subject Specific.
• The qualifying marks shall be 50% of the marks in the Written Test. However, relaxation of 5% of marks (from 50% to 45%) shall be allowed for the candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC (Non Creamy layer)/ Differentially Able categories.
• A candidate who scores marks in the Written Test below the aforesaid prescribed minimum qualifying marks shall not be called for interview.
• The Entrance Test shall be exclusively in English Language.
• The Syllabus for the Entrance Test shall be as may be prescribed by the University.
• The duration of the Entrance Test will be one and a half hours. There will be no negative marking.
• The Interview shall be of 30 marks.
• The Interview Board for admission to the Ph.D. Programme shall conduct the Interview.
• The interview shall be conducted to consider the following aspects:
  • The candidate possesses the competence to carry out the proposed research work.
  • The contribution of the proposed area of research to new/ additional knowledge
• In the event of a tie between two or more candidates in their inter se merit in the Written Test and Interview taken together, the tie will be broken by the following procedure and order:
  • Higher marks in the Master’s Degree
  • Higher marks in the Undergraduate Degree
  • Higher in age
• Those eligible candidates who have qualified the Entrance Test will be selected for Admission on the basis of their inter se merit taken together in the Written Test and Interview.
• The mere fact that the name of a candidate appears in the Merit List, does not ensure any right to claim admission to the Ph.D. Programme 2025-26.

• The date of Admission Notification for online Application of Ph.D. Programme 2025-26: 18 August, 2025 (Monday)
• Last date for Submission of Application Form: 12 September, 2025 (Friday)
• List of Eligible candidates for Entrance Test: 18 September, 2025 (Thursday)
• Issue of online Admit Card: 20 September, 2025 (Saturday)
• Written Test (11:00 am to 12:30 pm): 27 September, 2025 (Saturday)
• Result of the Written Test & List of Eligible Candidates for Interview: 30 September, 2025 (Tuesday)
• Interview (11:00 am onwards): 10 October, 2025 (Friday)
• Final Merit List: 14 October, 2025 (Tuesday)
• Date of Admission: 18 October, 2025 (Saturday)
• Commencement of Classes: 24 October, 2025 (Friday)

• Notification
• Instructions & Application
• RMLNLU Website