Jindal Global Law School, Sonipat (Haryana)
About O. P. Jindal Global University (JGU)
O. P. Jindal Global University (JGU), a non-profit University, is established by the Haryana Private Universities (Amendment) Ordinance 2009 (Haryana Ordinance No. 4 of 2009) at Sonipat, Haryana (NCR of Delhi). O.P. Jindal Global University and Jindal Global Law School have been recognised by the Bar Council of India. The first academic session of the Jindal Global Law School (JGLS) is scheduled to commence in September 2009. The admission test (LSAT--India) by Law School Admission Council, USA conducted by Pearson VUE, through its affiliate in India for selection of students for admission to the JGLS is approved by the Government of Haryana.
About Jindal Global Law School
The Jindal Global Law School (JGLS) aims to provide world-class legal education with both national and global perspectives. JGLS will educate students about law in the context of globalization and impart skills required to be a successful lawyer. JGLS will strive to inculcate in students a sense of professionalism, responsibility towards society, respect for the rule of law and fundamental freedoms of others as well the virtues of honesty, integrity and rectitude in their relationships with others.
O.P. Jindal Global University and Jindal Global Law School have been recognised by the Bar Council of India.
High calibre faculty members from India and abroad will help JGLS build a truly world class law school. Faculty will have outstanding academic records with teaching experience commensurate for their positions and an impressive record of research and publications. Recruitment is being conducted through an international selection process with a view to attracting exceptionally qualified faculty members to assume academic positions at the JGLS. The selection committee is comprised of nationally and internationally reputed experts in the relevant fields, best suited to assess the qualifications and experience of the candidates.
O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) is established by the Haryana Private Universities (Amendment) Ordinance 2009 (Haryana Ordinance No. 4 of 2009) at Sonipat, Haryana (NCR of Delhi). O.P. Jindal Global University and Jindal Global Law School have been recognised by the Bar Council of India. The first academic session of the Jindal Global Law School (JGLS) is scheduled to commence in September 2009. The admission test (LSAT--India) by Law School Admission Council, USA conducted by Pearson VUE, through its affiliate in India for selection of students for admission to the JGLS is approved by the Government of Haryana.
JGLS will offer a three-year LLB programme and a five-year BA LLB programme in 2009-10. Admissions are now open. Download the brochure for prospective students.
Read the admission notification here
Looking forward, academic committees of the JGLS will be responsible for designing additional degree programmes, as allowed by the Bar Council of India and the University Grants Commission. These may include a Juris Doctor (J.D.), Master of Laws (LL.M.), Doctor of Juridical Sciences (S.J.D.), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programmes. Apart from degree programmes, the JGLS will also develop training courses for teachers, paralegals and other professionals.
Jindal Global University Campus:
- 54-acre campus with eco-friendly facilities
- Congenial environment for promoting excellence in teaching and research
- Fully wireless enabled and equipped for video-conferencing
- Sustainable use of energy and conservation of resources.
The campus, designed by reputed French Architect Stephane Paumier, will offer aesthetically pleasing large open spaces, greenery and pathways - all of which are important for free thinking, rationally reflecting upon global issues that affect different peoples and communities and the world at large and for providing a congenial environment for promoting excellence in teaching and research.
Eligibility: For the three-year course, a bachelors degree with at least 50% aggregate marks and for the five-year course, 10+2 examination or equivalent with not less than 50% aggregate marks (students graduating in 2009 can apply)
The Application & Admission Process
How to apply
Test Registration: The last date for test registration and payment of the test fee is Monday, April 27, 2009. The test fee is Rs.3500/-. Log on to the Pearson VUE website www.lawtestindia.com for online registration using payment gateway or for downloading the registration form to pay by demand draft using offline registration method. You can also contact Pearson VUE for a registration form at LSATIndia@Pearson.com or call its toll free number 1800-1022323.
Applying to JGLS : Apply to JGLS, latest by 10 May 2009, on the prescribed JGU/JGLS application form. The form requires your LSAT–India registration number. The application form is available online on the www.jgls.org website.
For more details on how to apply and for e-brochure, log on to www.jgls.org.
For Admissions:
Jindal Global Law School, New Delhi
O.P. Jindal Global University,
Jindal Centre, Bhikaji Cama Place, New Delhi – 110 066
Tel: +91-11-43579861, 43579862, 43579863
Email: admissions@jgls.org, admissions.jgls@gmail.com
Website: http://www.jgls.org