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4 Best PhD Law Universities in India

Of the 4 PhD Law universities in India, University of North Bengal ranks highest on research impact (174,832 citations). Next come Tripura University (#205 in India) and ICFAI University, Hyderabad (#280 in India). Across the whole list there are 4 courses to choose from.

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How these universities are ranked

The rest are ordered by research impact. University of North Bengal has the largest research record in this group, with 174,832 citations and an h-index of 124.

Public, private and where they are

The split is 4 public to 0 private institutions.

What the courses look like

The usual length is 4–6 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake). Tripura University offers the widest choice, with 1 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in India for PhD Law?

University of North Bengal (#164 in India), Tripura University (#205 in India) and ICFAI University, Hyderabad (#280 in India) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How many public universities offer PhD Law in India?

4 public and 0 private universities are on this list.

How long does a PhD Law course take in India?

Most listed courses run 4–6 years.

When do PhD Law courses start in India?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then.

Which university has the most PhD Law courses in India?

Tripura University, with 1, ahead of National Law School of India University (1).

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