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Call for Applications | Senior Research Associate to work on Project on Right to Food Programme

The National Law School Of India University (NLSIU), invites applications for one full-time role in Centre for Child and the Law (CCL) for a period of one year, based in Bengaluru.

About the Centre for Child and the Law (CCL)

The Centre for Child and the Law (CCL) is a specialised multi-disciplinary research centre of NLSIU. CCL integrates research, direct field action, and teaching on various aspects related to child rights law. CCL uses law and adopts socio-legal strategies as tools for transformative social change to enable children to live with dignity. Our aim is to ensure social justice, human rights and quality of life for all children in India, with special focus on food and nutrition security, equitable quality education, care, protection and justice for marginalised and excluded children.

About the Role

This is a full-time position based out of the NLSIU campus in Bengaluru. This role requires assisting on ongoing socia-legal and policy research, training and advocacy initiatives of the Centre for child and the Law, primarily under the theme of right to food and nutrition. The person will work closely with other colleagues CCL.

Responsibilities

Undertake policy research on the issue associated with food security and child rights;
Support ongoing research through development of tools for data collection, analysis;
Write research reports based on qualitative and quantitative analysis;
Support multi-stakeholder engagement as part of CCL’ work on supporting relavant state departments;
Develop modules for trainings conducted by CCL, and ensure qualitya nd rigour of the training programmes;
Publish high quality research papers in peer reviewed journals and contributing to NLS blog and other such platforms;
Any other related tasks to support the ongoing work CCL.

Who Should Apply?

Qualifications

Essential

Candidates with a postgraduate degree in Law, Public Policy, Development Studies, Social Science or any other related field with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks.

Experience

Essential

Candidates with atleast 5 years of Post qualification work experience , of which atleast 2 years must be in the area of policy/socio-legal research

Desirable

Previous work experience of working in social development sector in the area of food security/child rights or any similar field

Skills and Competencies

Essential

Candidates must have demonstrated ability write good quality research reports.
Candidates must be able to work within tight deadlines.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Candidates with an ability to think and work logically and work precisely with attention to detail.

Desirable

Excellent planning and prioritisation skills.
Ability to work with a team with varied skills sets.

Salary range

Rs 75,000 to 1,00,000 per month, depending on qualification, experience and skills.

How to Apply?

Please use the Google form available here, and include the following documents:

An updated CV
A statement of purpose (500 – 800 words).
1 sole authored writing sample – published/unpublished
Details of two professional references

For any queries, please write to

Deadline

The last date for submission of applications is November 21, 2025 at 5 pm.

‘Maps of Memory’ Featured at MAHE’s ‘Maitri – Dialogues in Social Sciences’ Festival

The NLS Law and Society Archives was delighted to collaborate with the Department of Liberal Arts, Humanities and Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, to present selections from Maps of Memory: The Uma Chakravarti Collection at their festival, Maitri – Dialogues in Social Sciences, held on October 16 and 17, 2025.

About the exhibition

The NLS Archives’ Maps of Memory exhibition displays archival fragments and glimpses of personal memory to reconstruct joyful utopian worlds that feminists began building across South Asia in the mid-20th century. It invites us to reflect on key questions: How do we remember social movements? How do we archive friendships, solidarities, and struggles?

Featuring Dr. Uma Chakravarti’s collection from the NLS Archives, the exhibition offers a visual, cinematic, and scholarly journey through people’s movements in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. Through posters, films, and groundbreaking historical research, it invites visitors to engage with the intertwined narratives of friendships and struggles for democratic rights across South Asia.

Former NLS faculty member Diya Deviah contributed to the design and research for the exhibit, and made this collaboration possible, along with Dr. Swathi Shivanand and Dr. Chantu S. of MAHE.

Bavarian Police Delegation Visits NLSIU | October 28, 2025

The National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru, was delighted to host, on October 28, 2025, a senior delegation from the Bavarian Police that is visiting Bengaluru as part of an official exchange programme. Facilitated by the Hanns Seidel Foundation that is supporting a project on gender and policing at NLSIU, the delegation included Mr. Manfred Gigl, Chief of 2nd Special Response and Training Police, and Captain Ralf Eireiner, Lecturer, 2nd Special Response and Training Police, Bavarian Police.

Discussions centred on policy developments related to, and the experiences of, women in police in India, drawing from the project’s ongoing research in Karnataka. The delegation was particularly keen to understand ways in which they could support ongoing efforts at improving training on the role and importance of a diverse and equitable police institution. They agreed to share relevant training modules and activities and continue the conversation with NLSIU on ways to advance gender-responsive policing.

Prof. Mrinal Satish, Dean Research, welcomed the delegation along with Ms. Devyani Srivastava, Senior Manager (Research) who also leads the gender and policing project at NLSIU supported by Ms. Laksha Kalappa, Visiting Faculty at NLS, and Ms. Pavani Lavu, Project Assistant.

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Campus Visit for the NLS BA (Hons) Programme | November 23, 2025

NLSIU is hosting a Campus Visit Day for prospective NLS BA (Hons) candidates on Sunday, November 23, 2025. This event is open to anyone interested in applying for the programme for the academic year 2026-27. It offers a unique opportunity to:

Attend demo classes in History, Politics, Economics, and Sociology & Anthropology, conducted by NLSIU faculty.
Interact with members of the NLS community and gain insights into university life.
Explore the NLSIU campus through a guided campus tour.

Parents or guardians are welcome to accompany applicants. Registration for the campus visit is mandatory. The schedule for the campus visit will be shared with registered attendees before the event.

How to Register?

Registration is mandatory, fill in the below Google Form.

📅 Deadline for registration: November 18, 2025 (11:59 PM)

To know more about the programme, visit the BA (Hons) page on our website. For any queries, write to .

We look forward to seeing you on campus soon!

Prof. O.V. Nandimath Appointed Vice-Chancellor of WBNUJS, Kolkata

We congratulate Prof. (Dr.) Nandimath Omprakash V. on his appointment as the Vice-Chancellor of the West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences (WBNUJS), Kolkata. Prof. Nandimath succeeds Dr. N. K. Chakrabarti, who served in the role since 2019, and will assume office in November 2025.

Prof. (Dr.) O. V. Nandimath is currently a Professor of Law at the National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru. He joined NLSIU as a Lecturer in 1997, and continued as Assistant Professor (2001), Associate Professor (2006) and then as Professor of Law (2009). He was appointed HAL Chair Professor in 2012 and was the Registrar from 2013-2019. He teaches courses in Professional Ethics, Financial Regulation, Medical Law, Business Laws, Environmental Law, and Banking Law.

He is a recipient of the Chevening Scholarship on Environment/Management Programme and was Visiting Scholar at Bradford University in 2001. He was a Visiting Faculty at Warwick University, Coventry, U.K. in 1999 and at Cardiff University, U.K. in 2003. He was also a Fulbright Fellow, and Stegner Fellow to the University of Utah during January-July 2006.

His published books include Environmental Law: Handbook for Law Practitioners (1999); ‘Enforcers’ Manual in Hazardous Waste Law and Management (2004); The Handbook on Environmental Decision Making in India – An EIA model (2009) and Health Law and Ethics – Critical Reflections (1st Edition, 2022).

NLSIU faculty in leadership positions

NLSIU faculty have held leadership positions at several universities across India.

Former and current NLSIU faculty who have served as heads of institutions:

NLSIU’s Founder Director Prof. (Dr.) Madhava Menon went on to establish NUJS, Kolkata and was Founder Vice-Chancellor of the university, and also served as Chairman of Indian Statistical Institute;

Prof. (Dr.) N. L. Mitra (founding faculty and Director of NLSIU) became the Founder Vice-Chancellor of National Law University, Jodhpur, and later became Chancellor of Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) University.

Prof. (Dr.) Ranbir Singh was the Founder Vice-Chancellor of National Academy of Legal Studies and Research (NALSAR), Hyderabad and Founder Vice-Chancellor of National Law University (NLUD), Delhi;

Prof. (Dr.) S. Japhet was the first Vice-Chancellor of Bangalore Central University;

Prof. (Dr.) V. Vijayakumar was Vice-Chancellor of National Law Institute University (NLIU), Bhopal and Dr. Ambedkar Law University, Chennai;

Prof. (Dr.) Kesava Rao Vurrakula was Vice-Chancellor of National University of Study and Research in Law (NUSRL), Ranchi;

Prof. (Dr.) V. S. Elizabeth served as the Vice-Chancellor of Tamil Nadu National Law University, Tiruchirappalli.

Former and current NLSIU faculty who presently serve as heads of institutions:

Prof. (Dr.) V. Nagaraj, Vice-Chancellor, Tamil Nadu National Law University, Tiruchirappalli (he was previously Vice-Chancellor of National Law University Odisha, Cuttack, and Vice-Chancellor of the Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur);

Prof. (Dr.) Srikrishna Deva Rao, Vice-Chancellor, NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad (he was previously Vice-Chancellor of NLU Delhi and Vice-Chancellor of NLU Odisha);

Prof. (Dr.) V. C. Vivekanandan, Vice-Chancellor of HNLU, Raipur;

Prof. (Dr.) R. Venkata Rao (former Vice-Chancellor of NLSIU), Vice-Chancellor, India International University of Legal Education and Research (IIULER), Goa;

Prof (Dr.) Rose Varghese is currently the Director of KIIT School of Law, Bhubaneswar. She has also served as the Vice-Chancellor of National University of Advanced Legal Studies (NUALS), Kochi, and Dean of Faculty at Jamia Millia Islamia Central University, New Delhi;

Prof. (Dr.) Ashok Patil, Vice-Chancellor, NUSRL, Ranchi;

Prof. (Dr.) Sarasu Esther Thomas, Director, Manipal Law School, Bengaluru.

Prof. Nandimath joins this growing list, and we wish him the very best as he steps into his new role!

Prof. Nandimath will be on Lien. He can be reached at

73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments | Two-Day Training Programme by Centre for the Study of Social Inclusion (CSSI)

The Centre for the Study of Inclusion (CSSI), National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru, in collaboration with and Thamate (ತಮಟೆ) Centre for Rural Empowerment, organised a two-day training programme for social workers on the theme “73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments and Representation in Local Governments” on October 7 and 8, 2025.

The programme aimed to strengthen the capacities of grassroots-level social workers and enhance their understanding of democratic decentralisation and inclusive governance in India.

Objectives of the Training

The primary objective of the training was to help social workers develop a deeper understanding of:

The functioning of local self-government institutions,
The importance of people’s participation in governance, and
The role of the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments in promoting democracy, equality, and social inclusion.

The training also sought to highlight how these constitutional provisions have created space for marginalised groups – particularly Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and women – to actively participate in governance and decision-making processes at the grassroots level.

Participants

Social workers and community leaders from both rural and urban areas of Karnataka participated in the two-day workshop. The participants represented various community-based organisations, NGOs, and social development initiatives working on issues related to social justice, gender equality, and local governance.

Sessions and Discussions

Across the two days, participants engaged in a series of interactive lectures, discussions, and group activities that connected conceptual understanding with field-level experiences.

Dr. Lakshmipathi C.G., Professor, Department of Sociology, Maharani Cluster university, Bengaluru, conducted a session on “Essential Qualities of a Social Worker and Methods of Working with Community and Local Governments.” He emphasised the ethical and professional values necessary for effective community engagement and discussed strategies for mobilising people to participate meaningfully in local decision-making processes.
Dr. Chandrashekar R.V., Assistant Professor and Fellow, CSSI, NLSIU, delivered an in-depth session on “The Objectives, Significance, and Role of the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments in Strengthening People’s Participation.” He explained how these amendments institutionalised local self-governance through Panchayati Raj Institutions (rural) and Municipalities (urban), thereby democratising development planning and empowering citizens. He also highlighted the importance of collaboration between voluntary organisations, civil society groups, and local government bodies to make governance more inclusive and participatory.

Valedictory Session

In the valedictory session, Dr. Obalesh, Director, Tamate Organisation, shared his reflections on the importance of strengthening local democracy. He emphasised that true democracy can only be achieved when marginalised communities and women are provided with genuine opportunities to participate in governance and decision-making processes.

Dr. Obalesh commended the collaboration between NLSIU and Tamate for organising this meaningful training and encouraged participants to apply the knowledge gained in their respective areas of community work to strengthen local institutions and promote social inclusion.

Outcomes of the Workshop

The two-day workshop enabled participants to:

Understand the constitutional and legal framework of local governance in India.
Recognise the importance of representation and participation of Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and women in local government.
Develop strategies to enhance community participation in local development planning and implementation.
Strengthen their ability to collaborate with Panchayats and Municipalities for inclusive and equitable development.

The training concluded with a collective commitment from the participants to carry forward the spirit of the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments in their respective areas of work, ensuring that local governance becomes a true platform for social justice, equality, and participatory democracy.

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Call for Quotations | Renewal of NLSIU’s Staff Group Medical Insurance

The National Law School of India University, Bangalore (NLSIU), established under the National Law School of India Act, 1986, invites sealed quotations from eligible firms/companies for the “Renewal of NLSIU’s Staff Group Medical Insurance.” Interested parties are requested to submit their quotations in accordance with the terms and conditions outlined below.

Date of Issue of Quotation: October 10, 2025
Last Date for Submission: October 23, 2025

Please refer to the scope of work and other terms and conditions in the official notification here.

Call for Applications | Academic Associate – Economics

The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) invites applications for Academic Associate – Economics (1 position) at NLSIU based out of the University campus on a contract basis for one term, (November to February 2025) with the possibility of extended engagement on a need basis. This position will be based in Bengaluru.

Roles and Responsibilities

Assist in the conduct of lectures tutorials, student consultations and supplementary teaching support;
Assist in the conduct and evaluation of internal components of evaluation;
Assist in the evaluation of examination papers.

Qualifications

Essential

Masters Degree in Economics, with minimum of 55% aggregate marks (or an equivalent grade in a point-scale, wherever the grading system is followed).
Communication, interpersonal, time management and organizational skills necessary to undertake pastoral care and administration for both undergraduate and graduate students and the ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds to enable them to reach their full potential.

Desirable

Candidate with a PhD degree or enrolled as a PhD candidate would be preferred;
Candidates who have published in high-quality academic journals will be preferred;
Candidates with demonstrated academic excellence in their university education will be preferred;
Candidates should demonstrate evidence of the skills needed for higher education teaching and a research record commensurate with the stage of their career;
Candidates should demonstrate their commitment to the University’s goals and objectives.

Experience

Essential

0-3 years of work experience in an academic or professional setting;
Strong, foundational understanding of the domain studied at the post-graduate level;
Ability to work closely with students;
Attention to detail;
Capacity to team-teach the Course.

Desirable

Prior experience in teaching, tutoring, and academic support in higher education setup preferred;
Open to developing pedagogical methods to foster inclusive and innovative teaching.

How to Apply?

Please use the Google form here, and include the following documents:

An updated CV;
A statement of purpose (1,000 words);
Teaching Statement*;
Contact details and designation of two professional references; Please submit two faculty references if you are a fresher.
Their two best publications or written samples.

*Teaching Statement

Candidates must submit an 800 to 1,000-word teaching statement describing their pedagogical philosophy, choices, and strategies to handle the quest for learning as well as diversity needs in the University – classroom and beyond.

Compensation

Salary will be commensurate with qualification and experience.

For any queries, please write to

Deadline

The last date for submission of applications has been extended to 5 PM, October 31, 2025.

Call for Applications | Senior Consultant – Admissions and Outreach

The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) invites applications for Senior Consultant – Admissions and Outreach (1 position). This is a full-time position based in Bengaluru.

About The Role

The role is responsible for leading and enhancing the university’s student recruitment and outreach strategies to attract high-quality applicants across domestic and/or international markets. This role involves managing admissions processes, developing engagement initiatives, building partnerships with schools and institutions, and enhancing the university’s visibility and brand.

This role includes strategic planning, student engagement, collaboration with schools and community organisations, and promotion of the university’s academic offerings at the national level. The role also supports the university’s mandate to ensure equitable access to higher education for students from all socio-economic backgrounds.

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong communication skills, data-driven decision-making abilities, and a passion for higher education.

Key Responsibilities

Outreach & Engagement

Design and lead targeted outreach campaigns to attract and engage prospective students from diverse backgrounds;
Build and maintain strong relationships with high schools, colleges, and external stakeholders;
Organise campus tours, open houses, and virtual engagement sessions for prospective students and parents;
Work with the communications team to create targeted communication campaigns, outreach content, and promotional materials;
Develop compelling presentations and materials to promote the university’s programs and student experience.

Admissions

Manage the end-to-end admissions process for undergraduate and/or postgraduate programs, ensuring adherence to institutional policies and timelines;
Liaise with academic departments to coordinate entrance exams, interviews, and selection criteria;
Manage communication with applicants, grievance redressal related to admissions, and counselling support for students;
Handle escalations and support high-value applicants through the admissions funnel;
Manage admissions reporting, student data analytics, and application conversion metrics;
Collaborate with faculty and academic departments on admissions requirements and applicant assessments;
Ensure compliance with local and international regulatory requirements (e.g., visas, equivalency, data protection).

Leadership & Strategy

Contribute to the development of the university’s admissions and recruitment strategy;
Mentor and supervise admissions and outreach team;
Maintain a robust admissions CRM and generate regular reports for leadership;
Analyse admissions data and market trends to inform admissions planning and policy;
Prepare regular reports and insights for senior leadership on application trends, yield rates, and outreach impact.

Qualifications and skills

The ideal candidate must have the following skills and qualifications:

Essential

Bachelor’s degree in any field
Minimum 15 years of overall experience with 5+ years of experience in university admissions, student outreach, or education counselling.
Strong understanding of the Indian higher education ecosystem, including entrance exams (CUET, JEE, CLAT, etc.)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; fluency in Hindi or other regional languages is a plus
Willingness to travel extensively during admission cycles
Demonstrated ability to manage projects, meet deadlines, and handle multiple priorities

Desirable

Master’s degree in Education, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
Familiarity with admissions CRMs and digital engagement platforms.

How to apply

Please fill this application form and include the following documents:

An updated CV
A short statement outlining your interest in working with us and why you would be a good fit for the role (not more than 500 words)
Details of two referees with contact details.

Short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview round. Due to time constraints, we can unfortunately only contact shortlisted candidates; if you do not hear from us within 15 days, please assume your application was not taken forward.

Deadline

The last date for submission of applications is 5 PM, October 20, 2025.

Meet Our Department of Revenue Chair Professor | Prof. (Dr.) Nigam Nuggehalli

Prof. Nigam Nuggehalli has been appointed as Chair Professor, Department of Revenue at NLSIU.

Prior to this appointment, he served as the Registrar of NLSIU since August 2021, where he was responsible for the administration of the University. Prof. Nigam brings with him nearly three decades of academic and professional experience as a taxation law specialist.

Prof. Nigam has held several distinguished academic positions, including Dean, School of Law at BML Munjal University, Gurugram; Associate Professor at the School of Policy and Governance, Azim Premji University, where he led the LLM programme; and Principal Lecturer at BPP Law School, London, where he taught tax law and commercial law, while leading a team of academics in delivering undergraduate programmes in jurisprudence and postgraduate programmes in commercial law and international tax law.

Before joining academia, Prof. Nigam has worked as a tax lawyer in New York and is a member of the New York Bar and the India Bar (Karnataka). As a lawyer and as a law academic, he has practiced and taught a variety of legal subjects (contracts, commercial law, corporate law, taxation) with reference to the legal regimes in the United States, the United Kingdom, and India.

He has extensive research and publication experience in legal issues relating to international taxation, commercial law, and statutory interpretation. He is the author of a leading text on Indian international taxation. He is also a member of two government committees – the General Anti-Avoidance Rules (GAAR), and the Foreign Portfolio Investment (FPI). He is also on the governing board of International Tax Research and Analysis Foundation (ITRAF).

In addition to his new role, Prof. Nigam will also serve as the Registrar In-charge until further notice.