Phone No.: 7795150647 |
Email ID: legalaid@sjcl.edu.in
Prospectus
Admissions
The College publishes an Undergraduate Prospectus for the 5-year integrated programmes and the 3-year LL.B. programme, and a Postgraduate Prospectus for the 2-year LL.M. programme. The key information from both is given below.
Who We Are
About the College
St. Joseph's College of Law has been approved by the Bar Council of India (BCI), New Delhi, and is affiliated to Karnataka State Law University (KSLU), Hubballi. The College was established in the year 2017. It gives students an opportunity to study various aspects of Indian and international legal principles and jurisprudence. Our endeavour is to see that students are equipped with sound ethical principles while acquiring legal knowledge.
While the College admits students without distinction of gender, caste and creed, preference is given to students who hail from minority communities and to women, who are traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession. The College also admits students from other professional backgrounds who intend to take up law as a second profession.
Approved by BCI, New Delhi
Affiliated to KSLU, Hubballi
2017Established
Vision
“To transform the lives of people by effecting a society based on justice, equality, peace and harmony.”
Mission
- To train professional graduates capable of integrating knowledge of legal theory, practical skills and professional values.
- To provide a dynamic and challenging environment for pursuing high-quality learning to achieve excellence.
- To sensitise law students to the various socio-legal issues of the country.
- To train competent, ethically sound and committed lawyers.
- To prepare students for leadership roles through interaction with faculty, mentors and the community at large.
- To channelise the talents of the faculty and student body towards rendering community service.
- To provide facilities for teaching, research, service and community development.
Programmes
Courses Offered
B.A., LL.B.
5 Years Integrated DegreeFive academic years comprising 10 semesters of 18 weeks each.
Eligibility: PUC / 12th Standard
B.B.A., LL.B.
5 Years Integrated DegreeFive academic years comprising 10 semesters of 18 weeks each.
Eligibility: PUC / 12th Standard
B.Com., LL.B.
5 Years Integrated DegreeFive academic years comprising 10 semesters of 18 weeks each.
Eligibility: PUC / 12th Standard
LL.B.
3 YearsThree academic years consisting of 6 semesters of 18 weeks each.
Eligibility: Any degree
LL.M. in Intellectual Property Rights
2 YearsTwo academic years consisting of 4 semesters.
Eligibility: LL.B. degree
For detailed eligibility conditions, please see the Eligibility page.
How to Apply
Admission Process
Undergraduate Courses
For the 5-year integrated courses (B.A., LL.B., B.B.A., LL.B., B.Com., LL.B.) and the 3-year LL.B. programme.
- Register on the College Admission Portal with name, email address, mobile number and date of birth.
- Fill in the application form with the relevant details and upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 1,000/- (non-refundable).
Documents to be Uploaded
- SSLC / 10th Standard mark sheet
- 11th Standard mark sheet
- 2nd PUC / 12th Standard mark sheet
- Photograph (formal passport-size photo with white background)
- Caste certificate
- Letter from the Parish Priest (for Christian students only)
LL.M. (IPR)
For the 2-year LL.M. programme in Intellectual Property Rights.
- Register at the College Admission Portal using the student's personal email ID and phone number.
- Log in, fill in the application form and upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 1,000/- (non-refundable).
Documents to be Uploaded
- SSLC / 10th Standard mark sheet
- 11th Standard mark sheet
- 2nd PUC / 12th Standard mark sheet
- UG and LL.B. degree marks cards of all semesters
- Passing Certificate
- Transfer Certificate
- Migration Certificate
- Eligibility Certificate (Non-Karnataka and foreign students)
- Caste and Income Certificate
- Photograph (formal passport-size photo with white background)
Undergraduate Courses
After Submission and Payment of the Application Fee
The applicant will receive an automated confirmation email.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the offline entrance examination. Exam dates will be communicated one week in advance to outstation candidates.
Entrance examination in MCQ form.
The entrance examination will be followed by a two-step interview process.
Shortlisted students will be intimated of their selection by email.
Entrance Examination at a Glance
50Total Marks
1 HourDuration
Topics Covered (MCQ)
Legal Aptitude
Analogy
Current Affairs
English Language
Selection: LL.M. (IPR)
All LL.M. candidates are selected based on their performance in two rounds of interview, held at St. Joseph's College of Law. Selected candidates will be intimated by email and must pay the fees within the due date mentioned. Provisional admission offered to selected candidates who do not pay the fees on or before the stipulated date shall automatically stand cancelled.
Important
The College does not have any middlemen or agents for the admission process. No donations, capitation fees or recommendations will be accepted by the College.
Student Life
Why Choose St. Joseph's College of Law
Add-on Programmes
The College offers add-on courses that supplement the curriculum and enhance the study of law. Certificate courses, student development programmes, seminars and workshops on various facets of law are organised on a regular basis, helping students connect with some of the finest minds from across the country.
Placement and Internships
Acting on the mandate of the Karnataka State Law University, students are expected to complete 20 weeks of internship (5-year integrated courses) or 12 weeks of internship (3-year LL.B.). Placement opportunities are facilitated by the College for students who fulfil the eligibility criteria.
Library
The library resources are constantly updated with current publications. It has a large collection of textbooks, reference books and multimedia, continuously updated with the latest editions. The College subscribes to national and international periodicals, databases and online journals, and students can access online databases, journals and library catalogues. The digital section provides full-text documents and faculty publications. There is ample reading room space both inside and outside the library.
Moot Court
To become a successful legal professional, a student must know how to apply the law to actual situations and be aware of the rules and etiquette of the Court. The Moot Court Society of SJCL organises mooting events throughout the year. Our students have represented the College at national and international moot competitions, trial advocacy competitions and client counselling events.
Research
The Research Committee strengthens research initiatives both inside and outside the College. Workshops, journal publications, seminars and conferences are organised regularly to promote and encourage a research culture among students.
Counselling
Personal and non-academic counselling is provided by a trained, full-time counsellor on campus to maintain and enhance the psychological, emotional and relational well-being of students. Consultations are treated with sensitivity, care and confidentiality.
Curricular and Co-curricular Activities
Students are expected to take part in Moot Court, Trial Advocacy, Mock Parliament, NSS, Legal Literacy Camps, Sports and Games, Cultural Programmes, Outreach Activities, Educational Tours, and Extra- and Co-curricular Competitions.
Get in Touch
Admission Helpdesk
Phone
8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.Admission Portal
Address
St. Joseph's College of Law, Residency Road (F M Cariappa Road), Bengaluru – 560 025