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About the school

CMR University School of Legal Studies aspires to be recognised as a Principal Centre of Excellence in Law, nurturing competent, ethical, and socially responsible legal professionals.

Established in 2003, CMR University School of Legal Studies has been at the forefront of shaping competent and ethical legal professionals. Ranked among India’s top law colleges for six consecutive years, the School takes pride in its students’ achievements in national-level moot courts, debates, and academic excellence. Having transitioned from affiliation with the Karnataka State Law University to becoming a constituent department of CMR University, the School continues its pursuit of innovation, integrity, and excellence in legal education.

Vision

To be recognized as a Principal Centre of Excellence in Law, dedicated to nurturing skilled, ethical, and socially responsible legal professionals equipped to meet global standards.

Mission
  • Attract and develop enterprising, intelligent, and dynamic individuals for the legal profession.
  • Integrate creativity and innovation into the curriculum to foster practical understanding and critical thinking.
  • Transcend conventional academics by emphasizing experiential and activity-based learning.
  • Promote professional excellence through exposure to real-world legal challenges and contemporary practices.
  • Inculcate ethics and social responsibility to shape well-rounded professionals and conscientious citizens.
Nurturing legal minds, championing justice, and molding future advocates in the School of Legal Studies

Programmes at the School of Legal Studies

SCHOOL of legal studies

B.A. LL.B. (Hons)

  • INR 80,000 per semester
  • Degree
  • 5 years
  • OMBR Campus
SCHOOL of legal studies

B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons)

  • INR 80,000 per semester
  • Degree
  • 4 years
  • OMBR Campus
SCHOOL of legal studies

B.A. LL.B. (Hons)

  • INR 80,000 per semester
  • Degree
  • 5 years
  • OMBR Campus
Distinguished Visiting Professors
Prof. (Dr.) R. Venkata Rao | Professor
Prof. (Dr.) Shashikala Gurpur | Professor
Prof. (Dr.) Ashwani Kumar | Professor
Prof. (Dr.) T.V. Subba Rao | Professor
Prof. (Dr.) Sandeepa Bhat | Professor

Publication
CMR University Journal for Contemporary Legal Affairs
CMRUniversity E-Journal on “Dispute Settlement and Arbitration”

Kaleidoscope

Kaleidoscope is our quarterly which provides a record of all the events and happenings at the CMR University, School of Legal Studies. The newsletter also carries featured photographs by the members of our photography club ‘Trilochana‘.

Journal
  • The CMR University Journal for Contemporary Legal Affairs represents an earnest attempt by all of us at the CMRU School of Legal Studies, to provide and nurture a forum that fosters relevant research in contemporary legal issues. Our objective has been to disseminate legal research by eminent judges, practitioners, academicians and researchers, exposing the reader to the highest standards of academic excellence. The journal voices the opinions of the writers and inter-alia is a gateway for promoting extensive academic research. The journal has been launched as a realisation of the fact that law schools have a social responsibility to cater to the well-being of society.
  • In furtherance of these noble objectives we propose to enable open access to all our content via our website. We have been fortunate to recieve contributions from the very best and brightest legal minds. We hope that the same will be true of all our issues and editions. Our editorial board consists of eminent researchers and academicians par excellence. Their constant guidance and direction has enabled us to adhere to the highest of standards, both academically and ethically.

Message from the Director

Prof. Aleksandra Rotar

Director, School of Design

Design education in India is undergoing a revolution—one marked not just by external events, but by a shift in the way we understand creativity, empathy, and human potential.

In today’s world, a designer must possess more than just specialised skill—they must bring curiosity, compassion, and versatility to every challenge. The ability to listen, to observe....

Testimonials

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I joined CMRUSOA by looking at their Instagram campaign. I liked the school because it’s maker centric and it’s not just for the feed . It’s something we actually do . Through my 3 years in this college I have got a lot of hands-on exposure from the college and the workshops they provide. I like the fullscale week which is a one week workshop program during mid semester where students from 1st year to 5th year sit down and make the workshop brief and it helps break the gaps within the seniors and juniors makes it very welcoming because everyone gets to express themselves as an individual.

Abigail Afonso

2023 batch

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I joined CMRUSOA by looking at their Instagram campaign. I liked the school because it’s maker centric and it’s not just for the feed . It’s something we actually do . Through my 3 years in this college I have got a lot of hands-on exposure from the college and the workshops they provide. I like the fullscale week which is a one week workshop program during mid semester where students from 1st year to 5th year sit down and make the workshop brief and it helps break the gaps within the seniors and juniors makes it very welcoming because everyone gets to express themselves as an individual.

Abigail Afonso

2023 batch

Week at a Glance

CLASSROOM : F01
FACULTY: Prof. Aleksandra
  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    Prehistoric Period and Ancient Civilizations

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    Lunch Break

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    OSA Hours

CLASSROOM : F01
FACULTY: Prof. Aleksandra
  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    Prehistoric Period and Ancient Civilizations

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    Lunch Break

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    OSA Hours

CLASSROOM : F01
FACULTY: Prof. Aleksandra
  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    Prehistoric Period and Ancient Civilizations

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    Lunch Break

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    OSA Hours

CLASSROOM : F01
FACULTY: Prof. Aleksandra
  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    Prehistoric Period and Ancient Civilizations

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    Lunch Break

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    OSA Hours

CLASSROOM : F01
FACULTY: Prof. Aleksandra
  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    Prehistoric Period and Ancient Civilizations

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    Lunch Break

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    OSA Hours

CLASSROOM : F01
FACULTY: Prof. Aleksandra
  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    Prehistoric Period and Ancient Civilizations

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    Lunch Break

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    OSA Hours

CLASSROOM : F01
FACULTY: Prof. Aleksandra
  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    Prehistoric Period and Ancient Civilizations

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    Lunch Break

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    History of Art & Design

  • 08:30 am - 09:30 am

    OSA Hours

Internship and Placement Cell

The Internship and Placement Cell functions as a dedicated career-counselling and resource centre for students, graduates, and alumni, committed to guiding and facilitating the entire career-planning process.

  • Implement a structured action plan for efficient operations and optimal resource use.
  • Build and sustain strong relationships with recruiters, law firms, and advocates.
  • Conduct focused training sessions to enhance confidence and professional readiness.
  • Offer workshops, guest lectures, and live projects linking theory with practice.
  • Coordinate internships and campus recruitment drives efficiently.
  • Provide personalised counselling and guidance for career advancement.
  • Evaluate outcomes and feedback to continually strengthen placement initiatives.

The Placement Cell maintains strong ties with recruiting agencies, advocates, and solicitors who regard CMR University School of Legal Studies as a trusted talent pool, ensuring quality internship and placement opportunities each semester.

Infrastructure

Library
Workshop
Computer Lab
Art Room
Campus & Infrastructure

Our campuses and their associated infrastructure are designed to extend a holistic atmosphere conducive to learning. The state-of-the-art sprawling campus is located in the peaceful locality of OMBR Layout, not far from Kammanahalli in North-East Bengaluru.


Library & Information Centre

The Library and Information Centre at the School of Legal Studies in CMR University seeks to cater to the academic and research needs of students and faculty in every way possible. As part of a growing institution we find ourselves gradually expanding every semester to meet the increasing needs of our ever increasing student body. With a large number of acquisitions making their way into our collections every semester we find ourselves constantly becoming larger and more effective providers of, one of the most fundamental requirements of legal education.


Faculty

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

  • Prof. Chanjana Elsa Philip

    Alternative Dispute Resolution

Life at School

B.A,LL.B.(Hons)

CMR University’s BA LL.B program offers an immersive legal education that connects humanistic perspectives with professional legal training. Students gain a strong academic foundation supported by rich practical exposure. It is an Integrated undergraduate program combining the study of arts and law.

  • Provides a comprehensive understanding of various subjects in arts and lawdisciplines.
  • Includes internships and moot court competitions for practical experience.
  • Covers subjects such as constitutional law, criminal law, contracts, legal research,and legal writing.
  • Emphasizes the development of analytical, research, and advocacy skills.
  • Coordinate internships and campus recruitment drives efficiently.
  • Taught by experienced faculty with expertise in law and humanities.
Eligibility Criteria

Passed with 45% marks in PUC / HSC / 12th Grade or Equivalent exam (40% marks for SC/ ST students and 42% marks for OBC students) from a recognized board.

Scope & Objective Tab Content
Programme Structure
SEMESTER 1
General English
Major I – Political Science – 1
Major II – Political Science – 2
Minor I – Sociology – 1
Contract I
Constitutional Law I
SEMESTER 2
Special English
Major III – Paper – 3 – Political Science
Major II – Paper – 1 – Economics – I
Minor I – Paper – 2 – Sociology
Contract II
Jurisprudence
SEMESTER 3
Major -1 – Political Science – IV
Minor – 2 – Economics – II
Minor – 1 – Sociology – III
Family Law – I
Constitutional Law – II
Elective – I – Legal Philosophy and Theory of Justice
Elective – II – Law and Economics
SEMESTER 4
Major – 1 – Political Science – 5
Major – 1 – Political Science – 6
Minor – II – Economics – 3
Criminal Law – I IPC
Law of Torts, Consumer Law and MVC Act
Elective – I – Human Rights Law
Elective – II – Competition Law and Investment Law
Programme Assessment
Programme Outcome
What expertise will you gain?
  • Legal principles and concepts
  • Legal analysis
  • Legal research and writing
  • Advocacy and negotiation skills
  • Constitutional law, criminal law, contracts, and legal procedures
  • Intersection between law and humanities

Career Opportunity

  • 01 Legal Practitioner
  • 02 Legal Officer in corporations
  • 03 Legal Consultant
  • 04 Legal Researcher
  • 05 Advocate
  • 06 Judicial Services

Testimonials

“I loved the infrastructure of CMR University and its management. As a club coordinator, I learnt how to manage team and the events helped me to grow my confidence level. I would like to specially thank the placement cell for guiding me an providing me a good platform(company) for my career.”

Radheshyam Thakur

Course - BCA; Placement -IQVIA

How to apply?

Application Enquiry

On-call guidance with step-by-step expert instruction on how to complete the application form.

Offer Letter

Provision of Offer Letter to commence further process.

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FAQs

BA LLB (Hons) is a Professional degree course in a 5 years undergraduate program with a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Law. The course offers students a deeper understanding of social sciences, humanities, and the legal system.

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