Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Law at Nanak Chand Anglo Sanskrit College (NAS College), Meerut is a full-time research programme offered by the Faculty of Law, which was established in 1958. Affiliated to Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU), Meerut, the programme follows UGC Regulations 2016 and CCSU PhD Ordinance 2019. The minimum duration is 3 years and the maximum is 6 years. The programme is ideal for LLM graduates who wish to pursue advanced legal research in areas such as constitutional law, criminal law, corporate law, human rights, environmental law, and international law. The annual fee is approximately Rs. 6,855 per year. Admission is through the CCSURET, with UGC-NET/JRF holders exempted. CCSU has 37 PhD Law seats across its campus and affiliated colleges.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are expected to open around July 2026, based on the 2025-26 cycle where the application window was open from July 4 to August 7, 2025. For the current academic year (2025-26), admissions are closed. Students aspiring for 2026-27 should monitor the CCSU PhD admission portal (phdadmission.ccsuforms.in) from July 2026 onwards.

Key Points

The Faculty of Law at NAS College was established in 1958 and has a long tradition of legal education and research in western Uttar Pradesh.
The PhD Law programme follows UGC Regulations 2016 and CCSU PhD Ordinance 2019, ensuring nationally recognised research standards.
The department has faculty members with Doctorate degrees who are recognised PhD supervisors under CCSU, with expertise in constitutional law, criminal law, and corporate law.
CCSU has 37 PhD Law seats across its campus and affiliated colleges, making it a competitive programme.
The college's Legal Services Clinic and active participation in moot courts provide a rich research environment for law scholars.
Candidates holding UGC-NET/JRF (Law) qualifications are exempted from CCSURET.

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NAS College Ph.D. (Law) Fees

The PhD (Law) programme at NAS College is offered at an affordable annual fee as per CCSU norms. The annual fee is approximately Rs. 6,855 per year. The total fee over the minimum 3-year duration is approximately Rs. 20,565. A one-time application fee of Rs. 2,500 (General/OBC) or Rs. 1,500 (SC/ST) is charged at the time of applying.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount
Application Fee (General/OBC)	Rs. 2,500 (one-time)
Application Fee (SC/ST)	Rs. 1,500 (one-time)
Annual Tuition and Other Charges	Rs. 6,855 per year
Total Fees (Minimum 3 Years)	Rs. 20,565

Fees are subject to revision by CCSU each academic year.
JRF holders receiving fellowship from UGC are not required to pay tuition fees separately as per UGC norms (subject to CCSU policy).
No hostel fee is included; hostel availability is subject to general college norms.

NAS College Ph.D. (Law) Admission 2026

Admission to the PhD (Law) programme at NAS College is through the CCSURET followed by a RAC interview. NET/JRF qualified candidates are exempted from CCSURET. The 2025-26 admission cycle had the application window from July 4 to August 7, 2025, with RAC interviews conducted thereafter. The RAC interview schedule for PhD Law 2025-26 was published on the CCSU PhD portal.

Important Dates

Event	2025-26 Dates	Tentative 2026-27 Dates
CCSU PhD Application Form Release	July 4, 2025	July 2026
Last Date to Apply	August 7, 2025	August 2026
CCSURET / RAC Interview	August - September 2025	August - September 2026
Merit List / Admission	September - October 2025	September - October 2026
Research Work Commencement	October - November 2025	October - November 2026

Note: Candidates with UGC-NET/JRF (Law) qualifications are exempted from CCSURET but must appear for the RAC interview. The RAC interview schedule is published on phdadmission.ccsuforms.in.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have LLM (or equivalent Master's degree in Law) with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC non-creamy layer/Differently-Abled candidates).
Candidates who have passed M.Phil (Law) with 55% marks are also eligible.
Candidates appearing in the final year of LLM may apply provisionally.

Admission Process

Register on the CCSU PhD admission portal (phdadmission.ccsuforms.in) and fill the online application form.
Pay the application fee (Rs. 2,500 for General/OBC; Rs. 1,500 for SC/ST).
Appear for the CCSURET (if not NET/JRF qualified).
Attend the RAC interview at NAS College/CCSU as scheduled.
Check the merit list on the CCSU website.
Submit original documents and pay the annual fee to confirm enrolment.
Identify a PhD supervisor from the Faculty of Law at NAS College.

NAS College Ph.D. (Law) Scholarships 2026

PhD scholars in Law at NAS College may be eligible for UGC fellowships and UP government scholarships.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Fellowship	Eligibility	Amount	Portal
UGC Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)	UGC-NET (Law) qualified with JRF	Rs. 37,000/month (1st 2 years), Rs. 42,000/month (thereafter)	ugc.ac.in
UP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST)	SC/ST scholars with family income below Rs. 2.5 lakh/year	Fee reimbursement + maintenance allowance	scholarship.up.gov.in
Maulana Azad National Fellowship	Minority community PhD scholars	Rs. 37,000/month + contingency	ugc.ac.in
Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child	Single girl child pursuing PhD	Rs. 3,100/month	ugc.ac.in

JRF fellowship is available only to candidates who have qualified UGC-NET (Law) with JRF rank.
UP Scholarship applications open in July-August each year.
Scholars must submit annual progress reports to continue receiving fellowship.

NAS College Ph.D. (Law) FAQs

Ques. What are the popular research areas for PhD in Law at NAS College?

Ans. Popular research areas in the Faculty of Law at NAS College include Constitutional Law and Fundamental Rights, Criminal Law and Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Corporate Law and Governance, Environmental Law and Sustainable Development, Human Rights Law, Family Law (Hindu and Muslim), Cyber Law and Intellectual Property Rights, International Law and Trade Law, and Labour Law. Scholars are advised to discuss their research interest with potential supervisors before applying.

Ques. Is UGC-NET (Law) available and how does it help for PhD admission?

Ans. Yes, UGC-NET is conducted for Law (Paper Code: 58) by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Candidates who qualify UGC-NET with JRF rank are exempted from CCSURET and directly called for the RAC interview at NAS College. Additionally, JRF qualification entitles scholars to a monthly fellowship of Rs. 37,000 for the first two years, which increases to Rs. 42,000 thereafter.

Ques. Can an LLB graduate (without LLM) apply for PhD in Law at NAS College?

Ans. No, an LLB graduate cannot directly apply for PhD in Law. The minimum eligibility is an LLM degree with 55% marks. LLB graduates must first complete LLM before applying for PhD. However, candidates with M.Phil (Law) with 55% marks are also eligible to apply directly for PhD.

Ques. How many PhD supervisors are available in the Law faculty at NAS College?

Ans. The Faculty of Law at NAS College has 7 teachers including 5 Assistant Professors, several of whom hold Doctorate degrees and are recognised PhD supervisors under CCSU. Prospective scholars should contact the department directly to check supervisor availability and vacant seats, as CCSU norms limit the number of scholars per supervisor.

Ques. What is the scope of PhD in Law from NAS College for judicial services?

Ans. A PhD in Law from NAS College (CCSU) enhances a candidate's profile for judicial services examinations (UP Judicial Services, HJS), academic positions (Assistant Professor in Law), legal research organisations, and policy-making bodies. While the PhD itself does not directly qualify for judicial services (which require LLB), it significantly strengthens a candidate's legal knowledge and research skills.

Ques. What is the publication requirement for PhD in Law at CCSU?

Ans. As per UGC Regulations 2016, PhD scholars must publish at least one research paper in a UGC-CARE listed journal before the submission of the thesis. CCSU may have additional requirements as per its PhD Ordinance 2019. Scholars are advised to check the latest CCSU PhD guidelines on the official website (ccsuniversity.ac.in) for current publication requirements.