In the NIRF 2024 rankings for law colleges, the National Law School of India University secured the top spot, followed by the National Law University in second place and Nalsar University of Law in third.Below is a list of the top 10 law colleges in India according to NIRF 2024.
Eminent colleges nestled in New Delhi have demonstrated remarkable results in the NIRF rankings making them a preferred destination for aspiring law students. 4 law schools in Delhi have navigated their way to NIRF rankings with decent ranks. National Law University has taken the lead in the law colleges of Delhi followed by Jamia Millia Islamia, and Indian Law Institute. The list of the top law law colleges according to NIRF rankings have been provided here:
National Law University
National Law University is regarded as one of the best law schools. Having acquired second place in the NIRF ranking 2024 with an impressive score of 77.48 it has yet again established its standing as an eminent legal institute. Founded in 2008, National Law University Delhi (NLU Delhi) is a prominent state-level institution based in India’s capital. Among the 23 National Law Universities across the nation, NLU Delhi ranks as one of the top. It is officially recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). The university holds an ‘A’ grade with a score of 3.59 from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and is sanctioned by the Bar Council of India (BCI).
Fee Structure: The fees for the BALLB (Hons) courses in the University range from 2 to 3 lakhs per annum. The total fee structure of the BA LLB courses at NLU comprises various components some of which are to be paid one time and the others are to be deposited annually.
Top courses:
- BA LLB (Hons.)
- Masters of Laws (LLM)
- Post Graduate Diploma in Urban Environmental Management and Law (PGDUEML)
- Post Graduate Diploma in Tourism and Environmental Laws (PGDTEL)
Placement Records: According to the NIRF 2024 report from NLU Delhi, the median salary for placements in 2023 was INR 14 LPA for the 5-year UG program and INR 12 LPA for the 1-year PG program.
Jamia Millia Islamia
Jamia Millia Islamia has attained 6th rank with an impressive score of 73.12.
It is a central research university situated in New Delhi, India. Initially founded in Aligarh, United Provinces (now Uttar Pradesh, India) during the British Raj in 1920, the university relocated to Okhla in 1935. It was recognized as a deemed university by the University Grants Commission in 1962 and was officially designated a central university through an act of the Indian Parliament on December 26, 1988.
Fee Structure
The fee structure ranges between 1 lakh to 4 lakhs for the entire duration of the course. Jamia Millia Islamia fee structure is a combination of a number of components, such as tuition fees, hostel fees, medical insurance, mess and other security deposits, etc. Out of all the fee components, there are a few components that are charged one-time by Jamia Millia Islamia, however, some are to be paid semester-wise or annually, such as the tuition fees.
Top Courses
- Bachelor of Science
- Master of Science
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Master of Engineering
Placement Records
According to media reports, the median salary for a BA LLB course is approximately 8 to 9 lakhs per annum and for LLM it is in the approximate range of 9 to 10 lakhs per annum.
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU)
GGSIPU has bagged a 17th rank with a notable score of 56.68. Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, commonly referred to as Indraprastha University or IPU, is a recognized state university that operates as both a teaching and affiliating institution. Guru Gobind Singh IP University Delhi provides a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across fields such as Engineering, Management, Medicine, Law, and Commerce, among others. Popular courses at GGSIPU Dwarka include BTech, BSc, and MBA.
Fee Structure
Tuition fee for the course is approximately INR 3 to 4 lakhs for the entire duration of the course. The fee structure includes various components such as hostel fees, medical insurance, mess and other security deposits, etc.
Top Courses
- B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering
- B.Tech in Biotechnology
- Management courses
- Accounting and Commerce courses
Placement Records
Media reports indicate that the median salary package for law courses lies in the range of 4 to 5 lakhs per annum. The number of students getting placed in the industries depends on numerous factors, for more details candidates are advised to visit the official website of the college.
Indian Law Institute
Indian Law Institute has secured 35th rank with a remarkable score of 50.25. Founded in 1956, the Indian Law Institute (ILI) is a deemed university and socio-legal research center located in New Delhi. It was established with the primary aim of advancing legal research, education, and training. According to its Memorandum of Association, the Institute’s goals include advancing the study of law, fostering research to address social and economic issues in India, systematizing legal frameworks, conducting investigations in legal and related fields, enhancing legal education, providing legal instruction, and publishing scholarly works, books, and periodicals.
Fee Structure
The fee structure for LLM is in the range of 1 to 2 lakhs per annum. The fee structure is cumulative of various factors such as tuition fees, hostel fees, etc. For comprehensive details, you are advised to check the official website of the institute.
Top Courses
- Master of Laws (LL.M.)
- Certificate Course in IPR
- Corporate Laws and Management
Placement Records
The median salary for a post-graduate 1-year course in law courses is in the range of 5 to 6 lakh per annum.
